Isle of Skye and The Highlands Guided Tour 4Nights | 5Days – Scotland Package

Hotel Name: DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre

Continent: United Kingdom

Country: Scotland

Destination: Edinburgh

Rating: 4

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• Discover the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye with its outstanding natural beauty, Viking history, and ancient myths and legends. This is a journey packed with many of Scotlands most iconic sights and scenery, as well as the chance to travel one of the great train journeys of the world on the Jacobite Steam Train star
• Princes Street is the beating heart of Edinburghs New Town, connecting Waverley Station to the West End. Its a thoroughfare that seamlessly marries commerce with culture, offering an inviting space for shopping, strolling, and sightseeing. The streets Gardens and key landmarks like the Scott Monument and the National Gallery of Scotland makes it an essential stop on every Edinburgh itinerary.
• LAND ONLY PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• 1 night stay in Edinburgh at the 4 star DoubleTree by Hilton City Centre (or similar) in a double room
• Isle of Skye and the Highlands tour aboard the Highland Explorer coach
• 2 nights stay at a 3 star hotel in a double room whilst on tour
• A Local guide
• 1 night stay in Edinburgh at the 4 star DoubleTree by Hilton City Centre (or similar) in a double room
• Breakfast daily throughout your stay
• star Packages are subject to availability and dates of departure- please request a quote based on your intended dates of travel.
• HIGHLIGHTS:
• -Jacobite Steam Train star
• -Stunning Isle of Skye
• -Loch Ness
• -Glen Coe
• -View Eilean Donan Castle
• -Dundreggan Rewilding Centre (from 1st April 2024)
• -Dunkeld
• -Dunvegan Castle
• ITINERARY:
• DAY 1: Arrive into Edinburgh and overnight
• DAY 2: Edinburgh to Portree
• Leaving the capital in the morning, we travel past the stunning Stirling Castle sitting dramatically atop a steep rock. We travel through the wild landscapes of Rannoch Moor before stopping at one of Scotlands most iconic landmarks, Glen Coe. Continuing to Fort William, we get the chance to embark on a magical 2-hour ride on the Jacobite Steam Train star . Our afternoon continues with a scenic ferry ride star from Mallaig to the famous Isle of Skye, where we arrive at the capital town of Portree with its colourful harbour. (Overnight: Portree)
• DAY 2: Isle of Skye
• We spend the day exploring the dramatic Isle of Skye with its amazing scenery, myths and legends. Hear tales of Bonnie Prince Charlies escape from the mainland against the backdrop of the jagged Cuillin Mountains. Highlights include the mysterious rock formation of the Old Man of Storr and Kilt Rock with its cascading waterfall. In the afternoon you have time to explore Dunvegan Castle star , stronghold and ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod for the past 800 years. (Overnight: Portree)
• DAY 3: Portree to Edinburgh
• We bid farewell to the Isle of Skye as we depart the island via the Skye Bridge. On our way east, castle enthusiasts will fall in love with Eilean Donan Castle, arguably one of Scotlands most romantic photo spots.
• Our journey leads us to the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre, nestled within the heart of the Highlands. Here, we delve into the admirable work of Trees for Life, a charity committed to the revival of Scotlands ancient Caledonian Pine Forest. Its time to go monster spotting! Our destination is Loch Ness, where we take a break and attempt to catch a glimpse of the legendary Nessie while enjoying the shores of Fort Augustus. Next, we make a stop at the Commando Memorial, offering stunning views of Ben Nevis, the tallest peak in Britain. Heading further north, we explore the charming village of Dunkeld and its historic cathedral on the banks of the River Tay.
• As we journey back to Edinburgh, were treated to one final awe-inspiring sight: the historic Forth Rail Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We arrive in the capital in the early evening.
• Overnight in Edinburgh.