08:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
Explore the Isle of Skye, Glenfinnan Viaduct and Glencoe on a route with two nights based in Inverness.
Air-conditioned coach travel, live commentary and comfort breaks are included; you must book and pay for your own accommodation. 4.89 from 1,656 reviews at €215 per person for 3 days.
In our comparison: #12 of 70 in Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Experienced 'Hairy Coo' Driver-Guide providing live commentary and story telling throughout
No Food & Drink
Accommodation during the tour is not included, and arranged by passengers on their own.
No restrooms onboard
No Wifi onboard
Optional Loch Ness Boat Cruise not included (£22 Adult, £18 Child)
Children from €203 (ages 7 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
Reviews
4.9
1,656 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,615 of 1,656
Star breakdown of all 1,656 ratings
5 stars
1,541 · 93%
4 stars
74 · 4%
3 stars
17 · 1%
2 stars
15 · 1%
1 star
9 · 1%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise the guides' storytelling and Highland scenery; some find the sightseeing stops too brief.
Praised
Guides combining Scottish history, folklore and humour
Highland and Skye scenery, including views from the coach
Safe driving on narrow and winding roads
Comfortable coaches for the journeys between stops
Complaints
Some find the stops well paced while others feel rushed and want longer to explore
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (16 July 2026 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
We meet in front of Burns Monument, at 1759 Regent Road, Edinburgh.
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CHECK-IN IS AT 8:00 AM, BUS DEPARTS AT 8:15 AM SHARP.
*From April 1st 2026, we'll depart at 8:30 AM, check-in at 8:15 AM.* · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30 daily; scheduled through September 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
The Hairy Coo; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Highlands tour. With a guarantee of discovering new and interesting things and seeing breathtaking scenery and landscapes around every turn. You’ll see why so many movie locations were based and filmed here in Scotland, with views that inspired the likes of Harry Potter (Glenfinnan Viaduct) and James Bond (Glencoe), and more.
You’ll be spoilt for choice for getting that perfect picture, especially in the Isle of Skye where many of Scotland’s myths and legends come from. See mountains created by giants, enchanted waters that will give you eternal youth, and hear songs of the faerie folk in the wind.
This is a tour that will fill you with joy and leave you with a feeling that can only come from being truly immersed in the moment - something truly priceless.
Don’t just take our word for it, check out our reviews!
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
You will require a 2-night stay in Inverness for this tour, accommodation is not included in your ticket but we are happy to provide recommendations where needed. We recommend staying within walking distance of our meeting point on Ardross Street by Inverness Cathedral, IV3 5NN.
There are opportunities to take short nature walks, it is recommended to bring suitable clothing and footwear.
Children
Minimum age to travel is 7 years old. Photo ID, such as a passport, may be required. Children (7-17) must be accompanied by an adult.
Accessibility
Public transportation options are available nearby
Please feel free to bring a smaller bag to be brought onboard, and one medium sized piece of luggage, suitcase or backpack, which we will put in the hold of the bus during transit. This can weigh up to 15kgs (33lbs) per passenger .
This tour in an air-conditioned mini/midi-coach, hosted by a local Scottish guide, rated 5-stars by the official Scottish Tourist Board
Please ensure that you have a working phone number for the lead traveler attached to the booking.
We strongly recommend you book accommodation with a flexible cancellation policy in the event that you need to cancel or reschedule your tour - we'd hate for you to lose out!
For insurance purposes, passengers must not be unaccompanied on our buses during tour stops. Drivers take legally required breaks and cannot stay with the vehicle.
Good to know
Food not included No Food & Drink
Children from €203 ages 7 to 17
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
3+ days: Full refund
0-3 days: No refund
Compared with other Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh
Ranked #12 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