--- title: 4-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 808 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 214 duration_minutes: 5760 languages: [en] guidekin_pick: B&B for two or more people rank_in_category: 17 of 71 (Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/4-day-isle-of-skye-and-highlands-small-group-tour-from-edinburgh/ --- # 4-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh **Guidekin's take:** Explore the Old Man of Storr and Quiraang alongside Glencoe and Glenfinnan in a small shared group of up to sixteen. Guided transport and en-suite stays with breakfast are included; B&Bs may involve a walk to restaurants and have no lifts. 4.91 from 214 reviews at €808 per person for 96h. ## Overview Escape Edinburgh and discover Scotland’s untamed beauty on this 4-day small-group tour to the Isle of Skye and the West Highlands. Explore Glencoe’s dramatic valleys, cross Rannoch Moor, and admire Glenfinnan’s iconic viaduct. Travel across to Skye to witness the Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, and breathtaking coastal cliffs. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, search for Nessie at Loch Ness, and uncover Highland legends in charming villages. With a passionate driver-guide, comfortable travel, and plenty of free time to explore, this tour combines Scotland’s most iconic sights with hidden gems. Numbers limited to 16, ensuring a personalised experience. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:30: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Age 16+: We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children… ## Key facts - Price: from €808 per person for the B&B Double Room option; other options up to €1159 - Duration: 96h - Rating: 4.91/5 from 214 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Likely to sell out - Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Rabbies Trail Burners - 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 | |---|---|---|---| | B&B Double Room | €808 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Double en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 large bed). | | B&B Twin Room | €808 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Stay in an en-suite twin room (2 x separate single beds) guesthouse accommodation. | | B&B Single Occupancy Room | €1159 / person | English | Accommodates 1 person in a single en-suite room with breakfast (1 x single bed). | ## What's included - 3 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast - Small Group Tour (16 people max) for a more personal experience. - Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach - Professional guide/driver ## Not included - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities - Admission fees- Eilean Donan Castle ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun - Departures: 09:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund. ## Meeting 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 before departure) Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJeZKmDI7Hh0gRRgOrTbwvruk ## Good to know - 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 - Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. 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 a small bag for onboard personal items. - Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately - 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. - *Overnight stay in Broadford on the Isle of Skye between November to March. - ** During the winter months (October till the end of April) you take a scenic route through Kyle of Lochalsh and drive over the Skye Bridge. - 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. ## Compared with other Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #17 of 71** | €808 | 4 days | 4.91 (214) | shared | | [Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish](/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-highlands-distillery-in-spanish/?format=md) | €77 | 12h | 4.98 (405) | shared | | [Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-glenfinnan-viaduct-glencoe-fort-william/?format=md) | €54 | 12h | 4.93 (6417) | 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 | Ranked #17 of 71 in Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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