Explore the scenery that inspired countless myths and legends, and by the time you're home, you'll understand why this little island deserves its large reputation.
Tour Highlights
- Sightseeing including Glencoe, Eilean Donan Castle, Quiraing mountain pass, Isle of Skye, Neist Point, Five Sisters of Kintail, and Loch Ness.
- Small groups of up to 16 passengers.
(*maximum of 8 participants can be booked on any one departure with Celtic Tours. If more than 8, the tour must be private and the price will be affected).
Isle of Skye Tour Includes
- Four (4) nights accommodations; two (2) nights in Edinburgh and two (2) nights in Portree.
- Breakfast daily (except for morning of arrival).
- Arrival and departure transfers in Edinburgh.
- Three (3) days of custom touring.
- All service charges and hotel taxes.
Additional Notes
Please Note Baggage Restriction: Starting April 2026, all our scheduled tours now permit one checked bag up to 20kg (44lbs), with maximum dimensions of 22in x 17in x 10in, as well as one small carry-on item. Checked luggage will be stored in the luggage compartment and will not be accessible during the journey. Carry-on bags should be compact and suitable for onboard storage. We kindly ask all passengers to adhere to these guidelines to ensure comfort and space for everyone.
Click here to printDay 1 | Edinburgh
Arrive Edinburgh and transfer (included) to your pre-booked accommodations (note: check-in time is generally from 2 pm). Spend your day independently exploring Edinburgh on your own. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Day 2 | Isle of Skye
Departure point at Edinburgh Bus Station Pick Up, Gate J and Gate K, inside Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Guests are requested to check in at least 15 minutes before departure. Depart Edinburgh at 8:30 am.
You depart Edinburgh and travel west. This part of your journey is a history lover’s dream. You pass Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and Doune Castle, before stopping in Callander for refreshments.
Next, we venture north through the splendid scenery surrounding Loch Lubnaig and up to the wild desolation of Rannoch Moor.
You continue through the spectacular mountain pass of Glencoe, scene of the great massacre of the Clan MacDonald in 1692. And after lunch, we pass Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, and head into the Great Glen. Traveling west, you head past the Five Sisters of Kintail.
You then stop at the famous Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed castles. Crossing over the bridge to Skye, you follow the dramatic coastline, toward the island’s capital, Portree. And after all this breathtaking beauty, you’re dropped off at your accommodation in the early evening with enough time to go out and explore the town. (B)
Day 3 | A flexible day on Skye!
Today is a flexible day on Skye; and your driver-guide ensures you take a unique route that suits the weather, the local events, and your group's interests.
You can travel north to the Trotternish Ridge and beyond. Here you find geological wonders like Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, and the stunning mountain pass of the Quiraing. Or your guide may take you back in time and teach you about the legends and clan culture surrounding the 13th-century home of the Clan MacLeod, Dunvegan Castle.
You return to Portree in the evening. (B)
Day 4 | End in Edinburgh
You travel south through the Cuillin Hills and back over to the mainland for stunning views over Loch Duich and the Five Sisters of Kintail.
You visit Loch Ness for lunch and the chance to spot "Nessie"!** Heading south through the Grampian mountains along Loch Laggan, famous now as "Monarch of the Glen Country" before passing Dalwhinnie and onwards past Blair Castle.
We stop for refreshments in one of the Perthshire villages before heading past Perth, over the Firth of Forth, and back to Edinburgh.
Arrival at approximately 7:00 pm in Edinburgh, where you will make your own way back to your pre-booked hotel. (B)
**The optional Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be canceled without notice.
Day 5 | Edinburgh - Home
After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the Airport for your return flight to the US. (B)
MAPS
This tour map showcases key destinations and routes for our guided adventures. Each tour highlights unique locations, cultural landmarks, and picturesque regions, giving you a visual guide to the journey ahead.
MISCELLANEOUS INFO
Pricing
Your tour land price is per person based on two (2) people sharing a twin or double room. When a single room is booked, a single supplement will apply. There are no triple rooms for this tour.
Discount rate applies to children aged 5-15 years. Tours are not suitable for children under the age of 5.
This tour does not include:
- Items not noted on itinerary
- Lunches
- Dinners
- Tips to driver/guide
- Visitor attractions
Airfare
Airfare can be booked in conjunction with this tour. Airfare is instant purchase and non-refundable. Date note is the date the tour starts in Edinburgh. Please book your air one day before to accommodate overnight flights.
Tour Guarantee
Although our UK tours are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 passengers, it does not mean a date is guaranteed until we check with the Edinburgh office. Although we get regular updates, a tour can sell out and we may not yet have it noted above. We must first advise of a guarantee before airfare is booked and ticketed. Thank you.
HOTELS
UK Hotel
Accommodations booked by Rabbies UK
