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5 Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness From Edinburgh

4.9 · 974 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
5 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A train crossing of Glenfinnan Viaduct joins the Isle of Skye, Oban and Inverness on this Highlands route.

Four nights of B&B accommodation, guided road transport and a distillery tour are included; meals beyond breakfast and Culloden Visitor Centre entry are extra. 4.91 from 974 reviews at €735 per person for 5 days.

In our comparison: #3 of 33 in Loch Ness from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 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: Chinese, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Guesthouse Double RoomThe page priceGuesthouse Double Room€735 for 2+ people
Guesthouse Twin RoomGuesthouse Twin Room€735 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Train journey across Glenfinnan Viaduct on the stunning West Highland Line.
  • Whisky Distillery Tour
  • Culloden Battlefield
  • Clava Cairns
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local English Speaking Guide
  • 4 Nights 3 star B&B accommodation
  • Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
  • Culloden Visitor Centre
  • Tips
  • Food and drinks not provided

Reviews

4.9
974 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 963 of 974

Star breakdown of all 974 ratings

5 stars
905 · 93%
4 stars
58 · 6%
3 stars
8 · 1%
2 stars
2 · 0%
1 star
1 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value the storytelling and varied Highland stops; some want more time in towns and at the Highland Folk Museum

Praised

  • Guides blend Scottish history, folklore and humour throughout the journey
  • Skilled driving on narrow roads helps travellers feel safe
  • Varied Highland scenery, villages and historic stops
  • Useful recommendations for food, shops and places to explore
  • Attentive guides adapt plans to closures, weather and travellers' needs

Complaints

  • Some find stops well paced, while others want more time in towns and at the Highland Folk Museum
  • Some praise the accommodation, while others find its quality inconsistent

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (31 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
This tour will depart at 8:30 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30 on Mon, Thu; 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
Highland Explorer Tours Ltd; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

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

Children

  • Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5.

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food not included Food and drinks not provided
  • Age 5+ Children under 5 years old, including infants who…

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Loch Ness from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #3 of 33€7355 days4.91 (974)shared
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared
Luxury Private Tour of The Highlands Loch Ness from Edinburgh€1302 per group10h5.0 (199)private
3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh€2153 days4.89 (1656)shared

Ranked #3 of 33 in Loch Ness from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €735, median €94; typical length 12h 15m. 6 of 33 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 33 Loch Ness from Edinburgh

From €735 per adult · Guesthouse Double Room