08:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission not included, pay on site
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
Travel through Glencoe to the Isle of Skye for a free day to explore, returning via Loch Ness.
Mini-coach travel, a driver-guide, two nights of en-suite accommodation and breakfasts are included; Eilean Donan Castle entry costs extra. 4.85 from 1,355 reviews at €592 per person for 3 days.
In our comparison: #36 of 70 in Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
Option
What the operator says
From, per adult
B&B Double RoomThe page price
Sleeps 2 people in a double en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x double bed).
€592 for 2+ people
B&B Twin Room
Sleeps 2 people in a twin en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (2 x separate single beds).
€592 for 2+ people
B&B Single Occupancy Room
Accommodates 1 person in one single en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x UK single bed).
€815
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
Included and not included
Travel by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Two nights of B&B or 3-star hotel en-suite accommodation
Refreshments and meals (pre-booking evening meals after 7pm is highly recommended)
Reviews
4.8
1,355 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,313 of 1,355
Star breakdown of all 1,355 ratings
5 stars
1,219 · 90%
4 stars
94 · 7%
3 stars
27 · 2%
2 stars
7 · 1%
1 star
8 · 1%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise the scenery, storytelling and personal attention, but the amount of time spent travelling is a recurring caveat.
Praised
Guides explain Scottish history and folklore with humour
Skye and Highland scenery, with frequent stops for photos and exploring
Small groups and guides who adapt stops to travellers' interests
Confident driving on narrow roads lets passengers focus on the views
Scottish music matched to the places and stories along the route
Complaints
Some find stops too brief between lengthy drives, while others report enough time to explore
Some find the minibus seats uncomfortable
Some praise the accommodation, while others report disappointing or uncomfortable rooms
Finding dinner in Portree can be difficult without advance reservations
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (7 September 2025 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ
"Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure"
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Departure
08:30 daily; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Rabbies Trail Burners; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye on this 3-day small-group tour from Edinburgh, with accommodation and round-trip transport included. Drive through the magnificent Highlands, including Glencoe, and cross to the Isle of Skye for a free day to explore this rugged island. On the last day return to Edinburgh with a stop at Loch Ness to look for its legendary monster, "Nessie". Your small-group tour includes breakfast each morning, and personalized attention from your guide with numbers limited to 16 people.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
Children
We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
Accessibility
Public transportation options are available nearby
Departure from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
Eilean Donan Castle - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately. To ensure that bookings for passengers traveling together are not separated, please inform us if you have multiple bookings.
Please note that Eilean Donan Castle will be closed from 23 December 2026 to 1 February 2027 (inclusive). During this period, the tour will include a photo stop overlooking the castle, but entry to the castle will not be possible. No alternative stop will be added; instead, more time will be spent at other locations on the tour.
Good to know
Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
Food included Breakfast x 2
Age 16+ We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children…
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
21+ days: Full refund
0-21 days: No refund
Compared with other Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh
Ranked #36 of 70 in Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €1883, median €81; typical length 12h. 18 of 70 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 70 Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh