--- title: Edinburgh:5-Day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Loch Ness Tour w/Hostel lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 720 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.68 reviews: 50 duration_minutes: 7200 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 23 of 33 (Loch Ness from Edinburgh) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-5-day-isle-of-skye-inverness-loch-ness-tour-w-hostel/ --- # Edinburgh:5-Day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Loch Ness Tour w/Hostel **Guidekin's take:** 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 120h. ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Meeting point: This tour will depart at 8:30 am from 60… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Age 18+: Minimum age to stay in the hostel is 18 years old. ## Key facts - Price: from €720 per person - Duration: 120h - Rating: 4.68/5 from 50 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 90% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: HAGGiS Adventures ## What's included - Whisky Distillery Tour - Culloden Battlefield - Clava Cairns - Air-conditioned vehicle - Local English Speaking Guide - 4 Nights Mixed Gender Multi-Shared Hostel Accommodation - Dundreggan Rewilding Centre ## Not included - Castle Admission Prices - Food & Drink - Loch Ness Cruise ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Thu - Departures: 08:30 - 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 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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJN5Br9YXHh0gRQdlmJ5U5lvk ## Good to know - 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. Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Loch Ness from Edinburgh | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 33** | €720 | 5 days | 4.68 (50) | shared | | [Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-loch-ness-glencoe-and-the-highlands/?format=md) | €54 | 12h 30m | 4.92 (6699) | shared | | [Luxury Private Tour of The Highlands Loch Ness from Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/luxury-private-tour-of-the-highlands-loch-ness-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | €1302 per group | 10h | 5.0 (198) | private | | [5 Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness From Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/5-day-isle-of-skye-loch-ness-inverness-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | €732 | 5 days | 4.91 (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. 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