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Edinburgh:5-Day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Loch Ness Tour w/Hostel

4.7 Great 50 reviews
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5 days
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

Explore the Highlands, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness with a whisky distillery tour, Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns included. Transport, guiding and mixed-gender shared hostel accommodation are covered; guests must be at least eighteen, and meals and the Loch Ness cruise cost extra. 4.68 from 50 reviews at €720 per person for 5 days.

From the guide

An awesome winter adventure through the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye. Expect stunning scenery, incredible history, and epic Scottish experiences.

Go monster hunting on Loch Ness, hike in one of the last great wildernesses of Europe, and listen to tales of Scotland’s bloody history. By night and enjoy a wee dram after a day’s exploring.

Schedule & Availability

Runs Mon, Thu
Departs: 08:30
Scheduled through October 2027

This tour runs Mon, Thu, departing at 08:30. Scheduled through October 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

Whisky Distillery Tour
Culloden Battlefield
Clava Cairns
In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Local English Speaking Guide
4 Nights Mixed Gender Multi-Shared Hostel Accommodation
Dundreggan Rewilding Centre

What's Not Included

Castle Admission Prices
Food & Drink
Loch Ness Cruise

Departure & Return

Start point

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.

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End point

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.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • This tour may run in conjunction with our sister company, Highland Explorer Tours.
  • Minimum age to stay in the hostel is 18 years old.
  • In cases of extreme weather, the Loch Ness boat cruise may be cancelled on short notice. If you have purchased ticket for this you will be refunded.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

Compared with other Loch Ness from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #23 of 33€7205 days4.68 (50)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 (198)private
5 Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness From Edinburgh€7325 days4.91 (974)shared

Ranked #23 of 33 in Loch Ness from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €732, 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 € 720 / person