4-Day Highlands and Skye Explorer

Scotland’s Ultimate Adventure: From Royal Palaces to Fairy Pools, Highland Giants to Ancient Castles – Where Every Turn Reveals Another Highland Secret:

Duration and departure: 4 days (3 nights)
Season: All year round

Day 1: Edinburgh to Glencoe

Edinburgh Departure:

• Begin your Highland adventure with stories of Scotland’s capital as we journey north

Avon Aqueduct & Farm Experience:

• Meet our gentle Highland Cows and magnificent Clydesdales at our hidden gem farm  
• Discover Scotland’s highest aqueduct on a peaceful woodland walk

Linlithgow Palace:

• Explore Mary Queen of Scots’ birthplace, a magnificent lakeside royal palace  
• Climb ancient towers for panoramic views across the peaceful loch

The Drovers Inn:

• Experience true Highland hospitality in this atmospheric 1705 inn  
• Savour traditional Scottish cuisine where Highland drovers once gathered

Three Sisters of Glencoe:

• Stand in awe at Scotland’s most dramatic viewpoint  
• Learn the haunting tales of the glen whilst watching for native wildlife

Glencoe Mountain Resort:

• Soar above the Highland landscape on our scenic chairlift  
• Capture breath-taking mountain views from your elevated vantage point

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Day 2: Glencoe to Fort William Area

Road to the Isles:

• Begin your day journeying along one of Scotland’s most spectacular coastal routes, stopping at the pristine Silver Sands of Morar where white sand beaches meet turquoise waters.

Isle of Skye Ferry:

• When we reach Mallaig, your guide will pick up an incredible packed lunch, including afternoon tea, to be enjoyed as you sail across the waters.
• Cross to the magical Isle of Skye by ferry, watching for seabirds and perhaps even dolphins as the mainland fades into the distance.  

Fairy Pools:

• Embark on a mesmerising walk to Skye’s famous Fairy Pools, where crystal-clear waters cascade down from the Black Cuillin mountains, creating perfect pools for photographs or, for the brave, a wild swim.  

Portree Harbour:

• Pause briefly in Skye’s capital to admire the iconic colourful houses lining the harbour and perhaps grab a quick refreshment.

Eilean Donan Castle:

• End your day at Scotland’s most photographed castle, perfectly positioned for capturing the evening light as it illuminates this 13th-century fortress.

Overnight stays in Skye are hard to find and can overcrowd a very small island, so we recommend coming back to the main land to sleep

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Day 3: Fort William Area to Inverness

Podda Falls:

• Short walk to the incredible Plodda falls viewing point.

Fort Augustus:

• Stop in this charming village where the Caledonian Canal meets Loch Ness. Watch boats navigate the impressive stepped locks whilst enjoying lunch in this historic setting.

Urquhart Castle:

• Explore the dramatic ruins of this strategic fortress, learning about its rich history whilst keeping watch for Nessie on the dark waters of Loch Ness.

Loch Ness Experience

• Thrilling RIB ride or scenic boat trip
• Search for the legendary Nessie
• Learn about the loch’s fascinating history

Dores Beach:

• End your day with a peaceful walk along this hidden beach, enjoying spectacular views down Loch Ness as the evening light plays across the water.

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Day 4: Inverness to Edinburgh

Culloden and Clava Cairns

• Walk the haunting grounds of Culloden Battlefield, where the 1746 Jacobite Rising met its tragic end, forever changing the course of Highland history
• Explore these Bronze Age stone circles that inspired Outlander’s Craigh na Dun, set in a peaceful woodland setting

Dalwhinnie Distillery:

• Begin your journey south at Scotland’s highest distillery, where the pure mountain air and crystal-clear spring water create distinctive Highland whisky.

House of Bruar

• Lunch at the ‘Harrods of the Highlands’
• Browse Scottish luxury goods
• Short walk to Bruar Falls

Wallace Monument

• Conclude your tour at this iconic landmark with panoramic views
• Learn about Scotland’s national hero

End your Highland Journey back in Edinburgh

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• Professional driver/guide  
• Standard Transport in Vauxhall Vivaro minibus– up to 8 passengers
• Personalised tour itinerary creation, review and finalisation
• Restaurant bookings  
• Excursion and ticket bookings (invoiced separately)
• Tree planted with Future Forest Company

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• Food and drinks
• Accommodation costs  
• Gratuities
• Excursion and ticket costs  

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Choose between finding your own accommodation or source and book your accommodation though us.When speaking to your Tour Co-ordinator, please provide: Accommodation prices are usually between £80-200 per person, per night depending on your requirements.

• Preferred style of accommodation and budget per night
• Room type and number of guests per room Required facilities
• Special requests (e.g. if you would like to stay in a castle for a night)  

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• Linlithgow Palace: Adult: £9, Child (5-15): £5.40
• Glencoe Mountain Resort Chairlift: £15 per person
• Ferry to Skye: £10pp
• Eilean Donan Castle: Adult: £10, Child (5-15): £6
• Urquhart Castle: Adult: £13, Child (5-15): £8
• Loch Ness RIB Experience: £32 per person  
• Dalwhinnie Distillery Tour: £19 per person ‍

‍Total excursion costs per person for this tour: £108

*All prices are approximate and will be confirmed with receipts after booking

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• Physical level: ◊ ◊
• Door-to-door service: Choose your pick-up/drop-off location
• Tour Co-ordinator assigned upon booking – communicate via email or video call to finalise arrangements
• Customisable – let us know if you’d like to adjust any elements of the tour
• Lunch arrangements – discuss preferences with your Tour Co-ordinator

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