6-Day Outer Hebrides and Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
Explore Scotland’s Outer Hebrides and the Isle of Skye on a 6-day tour from Edinburgh and discover the islands’ enchanting scenery, history and people! Windswept and rugged, the region comprises a string of beautiful islands, the largest being the isles of Lewis and Harris, both of which are visited on the tour.
See historical sites including the *Callanish Stones and Dun Carloway Broch; incredible scenery at the Butt of Lewis and Bhaltos; and sites such as Dunvegan Castle and Glendale Castle on the Isle of Skye. Arnol Blackhouse entry included in the tour price.
The experience includes your choice of guesthouse or hotel accommodation in Ullapool, Stornaway in the Outer Hebrides and Portree on the Isle of Skye.
Discover Scotland's most beautiful landscapes on this tour to the Outer Hebrides and Skye.
ItineraryDay 1: Edinburgh - Dunkeld - Loch Ness - UllapoolPass By: Bus Station, Edinburgh EH1 3AY, UK
Check in at least 15 mins in advance at Gate J & K, Edinburgh Bus Station and meet with your driver guide for this tour.
Stop At: Dunkeld Cathedral, 10 Cathedral Street, Dunkeld PH8 0AW Scotland
Your first stop of the day is in the village of Dunkeld. You get time here to stretch your legs and admire the cathedral’s unusual mixture of architectural styles.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Loch Ness, Scotland
Head to Loch Ness. Your driver-guide helps you attempt to catch a glimpse of Scotland’s most-famously mythical monster.
Pass By: Ullapool, Ullapool, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
In the early evening, you arrive in the scenic fishing port of Ullapool for your overnight stay.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Ullapool.
Day 2: Ullapool - StornowayStop At: Stornoway Harbour, Cromwell Street Amity House, Esplanade Quay HS1 2XS, Stornoway Scotland
First on the agenda today is a ferry journey across the sea.
This two and a half-hour boat trip takes you through the Summer Isles to Stornoway, the main town of the Western Isles. But don’t spend your time snoozing and reading as you sail across the ocean; because if you look out to sea, you may spot dolphins and whales.
Once you’ve arrived on Lewis and Harris, you head to the North West coast. Your driver-guide will make the most of what weather you’ve been blessed with and take you through traditional crofting towns and seaside ports.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Butt of Lewis Lighthouse, Scotland
Short walk from lighthouse up to viewpoint; from the light house here there’s nothing but fishes and water between you and America.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Stornoway.
Day 3: Today, you immerse yourself in the history and landscapes of this wild island. Stop At: The Blackhouse, Arnol, 42 Arnol, Arnol HS2 9DB Scotland
Head to Arnol Blackhouse. Here, you can experience what traditional farming life was like in these remote reaches without getting your hands too dirty.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dun Carloway Broch, 16 Doune, Carloway, Isle of Lewis HS2 9AZ, UK
A little down the road, you visit the stone fort of Dun Carloway. This structure was built before 100AD and has experienced more battles than you’ve had hot dinners. It’s a wonderful location to ponder over the vast swathes of history that have come before you.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Callanish Standing Stones, HS2 9DY Scotland
You then travel through a landscape littered with crofting villages to one of the most famous sights of the island, the Callanish Stone Circle. This prehistoric site still mystifies archaeologists today.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Stornoway.
Day 4: Stornoway - Isle of Harris - Luskentyre - PortreeStop At: Luskentyre Beach Harris Scotland
Harris boasts the highest mountains in the Outer Hebrides and one of the most beautiful white-sandy beaches in Britain, Luskentyre. Walk along this phenomenal beach and feel like you’re in the Scottish Maldives.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Isle of Harris, Isle of Harris, Lewis and Harris, Outer Hebrides, The Hebrides, Scotland
The area is also famous for Harris Tweed and myths that are as strange as they are poignant.
After a morning of exploring the dramatic landscapes, you stop for lunch. Depending on the weather, we may even go for a picnic on the beach – so don’t forget to pack your sunglasses.
Stop At: Portree, Portree, Isle of Skye, The Hebrides, Scotland
Your adventure continues on a ferry over the sea to Portree, the largest town in Skye and your base for the next two evenings.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Portree.
Day 5: Flexible day touring around the Isle of SkyeStop At: Isle of Skye, Isle of Skye, The Hebrides, Scotland
You may travel to the Quiraing mountain pass and enjoy a spectacular walk, venture to Kilt Rock and see a gigantic waterfall, or take a boat trip to the lesser-known Loch Coruisk.
After you’ve enjoyed the sights of Skye, you have your final evening in Portree. There are plenty of fabulous seafood restaurants to celebrate a fine day of exploring.
Duration: 20 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Portree.
Day 6: Portree - Eilean Donan Castle - EdinburghStop At: Eilean Donan Castle, Kyle of Lochalsh IV40 8DX Scotland
Once you’ve crossed the Skye Bridge, you get a chance to see Eilean Donan Castle. This classic combination of a sturdy-stone fortification perched upon a loch is about as Scottish a view as you can get. Just ensure you’ve got some room left on your camera to take photos.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Ben Nevis, Fort William Scotland
You then travel under Britain’s tallest mountain, Ben Nevis. The peak of this mountain is likely to be shrouded high in the clouds.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Glencoe, Glencoe, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
Your driver-guide may become a little emotional as you move through the valley of Glencoe. This marvellously mountainous area was the site of one of the most tragic massacres in Scottish history. The story is as unforgettable as the landscape.
The hilly views become flatter as you enter the Lowlands and travel to Edinburgh.
Duration: 45 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Tour timings are for reference only and may change (subject to group's interests)."
"Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years"
"Booking three or more people- We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately"
"When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section"
"Passengers are allowed to carry 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items."
"Arnol Blackhouse – We reserve tickets for you. Included in the tour price."
"Eilean Donan Castle - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Hora de Inicio:
08:30 AM
Duración: 6 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Bus Station, Edinburgh EH1 3AY, UK
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
If you cancel at least 22 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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