--- title: 3 Day Isle of Skye and The West Highland Line Tour from Edinburgh lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 613 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.9 reviews: 41 duration_minutes: 4320 languages: [de, pt, cmn, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 11 of 22 (Isle of Skye from Edinburgh) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/3-day-isle-of-skye-and-the-west-highland-line-tour-from-edinburgh/ --- # 3 Day Isle of Skye and The West Highland Line Tour from Edinburgh **Guidekin's take:** Combine the Isle of Skye with a West Highland Line train ride between Mallaig and Fort William. Coach travel, two nights' accommodation, breakfast and the train ride are included; the local rail service can change or be cancelled at short notice. 4.9 from 41 reviews at €613 per person for 72h. ## Overview Discover the enchanting Isle of Skye and the majestic West Highland Line on this 3-day tour from Edinburgh. Travel through Scotland's breathtaking landscapes, including the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct and Eilean Donan Castle. A local guide will share captivating stories of the region's history and culture while you explore the charming town of Portree and marvel at natural wonders like Kilt Rock and the Old Man of Storr. Enjoy a scenic train journey, following the journey of the Hogwarts Express, as you traverse lush mountains and stunning coastlines. - 3-day guided tour with a passionate local guide - Two nights stay in Portree, with breakfast included - Scenic train ride on the West Highland Line, a highlight of the tour - Visit iconic sites like Dunvegan Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, Kilt Rock, and Loch Ness ## Before you book - Meeting point: This tour will depart at 7:45am from 60… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 07:45: one departure a day - Food included: Breakfast - Age 5+: Minimum age is 5 years, we are unable to… ## Key facts - Price: from €613 per person - Duration: 72h - Rating: 4.9/5 from 41 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Highland Explorer Tours Ltd - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Guesthouse Double | €613 / person (for 2+ people) | Portuguese, French, German, Chinese, English, Spanish, Italian | 3-day Scottish Tour including 2 nights in 3-star double guesthouse accommodation - 1 room with 1 double bed; suitable for 2 people to share. | | Guesthouse Twin Room | €613 / person (for 2+ people) | Portuguese, French, German, Chinese, English, Spanish, Italian | 3-day Scottish Tour including 2 nights in 3-star twin guesthouse accommodation - 1 room with 2 single beds; suitable for 2 people in 1 bed each. | ## What's included - Transport by air-conditioned midi-coach - 2 nights accommodation in 3-star B&B or hotels - Local train on the West Highland Line between Mallaig and Fort William - Visit at the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre - Breakfast - External visit to Eilean Donan Castle - Local English Speaking Guide ## Not included - Food and drinks, unless specified - Gratuities - Dunvegan Castle - £17 per adult ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Sat - Departures: 07:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point This tour will depart at 7:45am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing high-visibility vests there to greet you. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJu2Nt9YXHh0gRwRNOsSM8tBk ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please note that this is not a journey on the Jacobite Steam Train, and the local train service may be subject to alterations and cancellations at short notice, outwith your control - Please note that itinerary order may change. - It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals. - Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase weighing no more than 33lbs (15kg) and 1 carry-on bag - If you are using an audio guide, please bring your headset. Please note we only offer audio guide translations in the following languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese. These languages are not provided by a live guide. - Minimum age is 5 years, we are unable to accommodate children under this age - Travel insurance is recommended. - Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities. - Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark - The tour may operate with the sister company, HAGGiS Adventures Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Isle of Skye from Edinburgh | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 22** | €613 | 3 days | 4.9 (41) | shared | | [3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/3-day-isle-of-skye-and-scottish-highlands-from-edinburgh-2/?format=md) | €446 | 3 days | 4.94 (1377) | shared | | [6 Day Outer Hebrides, Isle of Skye & Glenfinnan Viaduct](/uk/edinburgh/tours/6-day-outer-hebrides-isle-of-skye-glenfinnan-viaduct/?format=md) | €1450 | 6 days | 4.97 (238) | shared | | [Isle of Skye, Fairy Pools and Highlands 3 Day Tour from Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/isle-of-skye-fairy-pools-and-highlands-3-day-tour-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | €260 | 3 days | 4.97 (167) | shared | Ranked #11 of 22 in Isle of Skye from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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