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3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

4.8 Excellent 1354 reviews
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3 days
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English
Likely to sell out Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

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 1,354 reviews at €589 per person for 3 days.

From the guide

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.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 3 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

B&B Double Room

from €589 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: English

Sleeps 2 people in a double en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x double bed).

B&B Twin Room

from €589 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: English

Sleeps 2 people in a twin en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (2 x separate single beds).

B&B Single Occupancy Room

from €811 / person
Guide: English

Accommodates 1 person in one single en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x UK single bed).

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 08:30
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:30. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Travel by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Two nights of B&B or 3-star hotel en-suite accommodation
Driver/guide
Breakfast x 2

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission fees - Eilean Donan Castle (Adults £12.00)
Refreshments and meals (pre-booking evening meals after 7pm is highly recommended)

Departure & Return

Start point

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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End point

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"

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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+ daysFull refund
0-21 daysNo refund

Compared with other Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #36 of 71€5893 days4.85 (1354)shared, max 16
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7712h4.98 (405)shared
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh€4463 days4.94 (1377)shared

Ranked #36 of 71 in Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €1873, median €82; typical length 12h. 18 of 71 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 71 Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

From € 589 / person