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Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Inverness, and Highlands 3-Day Tour

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
367 reviews
Activity provider:
Highland Experience Tours
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Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Inverness, and Highlands 3-Day Tour
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
367 reviews
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Explore the Highlands & Isle of Skye on this 3-day tour from Edinburgh. See Eilean Donan Castle, cruise Loch Ness, visit Culloden Battlefield, standing stones & tour Urquhart Castle.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 14 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 58 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Laila – United States

It was very packed for 3 days... really great introduction to the Highlands. I am inspired to come back and try hiking or spending more time at a few locations! My sister and I loved the scenery and Mike had the best stories and was very knowledgeable about the area.

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Pah – Malaysia

Our Guide Hugh really good,he explained while driving for three days. The scenery is super amazing even first day is rain. We have very good experience with this tour. You wont regret about the tour and will come again next time

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Itinerary

  • 3 starting location options:

    1 High St, 1 High St, 1 High St

  • Loch Lomond

  • Glencoe

  • Fort William

  • Inverness

  • Isle of Skye

  • Portree

  • Inverness

  • Loch Ness

    Urquhart Castle

    Boat cruise

    Optional, Extra fee
  • Culloden Battlefield

    Guided tour

    Optional
  • Pitlochry

    Free time

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    1 High St, 1 High St, 1 High St

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • See Eilean Donan Castle, which appeared in the movie “Highlander”
  • Spend a day exploring the Isle of Skye
  • Do a bit of monster spotting from the shores of Loch Ness
  • Explore the picturesque town of Pitlochry

Full description

Tour the Scottish Highlands and explore the Isle of Skye on a 3-day guided tour from Edinburgh. You’ll see castles, craggy mountains, picturesque towns, and maybe even a monster on this excursion. Stay overnight in a bed and breakfast accommodation.

Day 1: A Spectacular Route North
Depart Edinburgh and travel north through the Trossachs National Park. Visit a lovely village and take in views of the UK’s largest expanse of freshwater, Loch Lomond. Continue across the brooding expanse of Rannoch Moor, and through Glen Coe.
Learn the brutal story of the MacDonald Clan massacre and take in the weeping waterfalls that inhabit this incredible glen. The highland town of Fort William marks the end of Scotland’s oldest and most popular long-distance walks, The West Highland Way. Stay overnight in Inverness.

Day 2: A Full Day on Skye
You'll have the full day to explore the Isle of Skye. Highlights include the craggy Cuillin Mountains, the dramatic hills of the Quiraing, and the stunning Trotternish Peninsula. 
You might see seals out in the waves as you walk along the coast, or a stag standing on a hillside. Visit the capital of Skye, Portree for lunch. Return to Inverness for your overnight stay.

Day 3: Monster Spotting on Loch Ness
Drive along the banks of Loch Ness where you can take a boat tour to Urquhart Castle or do a bit of monster hunting from the shore. Please note that during the winter months it may not be possible to take a cruise and visit the castle, but you will still get the opportunity to take in views of the loch, and see if you can spot the Loch Ness Monster.

At the Culloden battlefield, the site of the defeat of the Jacobites, there is the option of taking a tour. Continue on through the stunning Cairngorm Mountains and stop to explore the picturesque town of Pitlochry as you make your way back to Edinburgh.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Bed and Breakfast accommodation
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch

Not suitable for

  • Children under 3 years

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

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  • Children policy: We do not accept children under the age of 3 on any of our tours. We do accept children of 3 years old and above on all tours, providing valid proof of age, such as passport or birth certificate
  • Please note that during the winter months it may not be possible to take a cruise and visit the castle, but you will still get the opportunity to take in views of the loch
  • We reserve the right to change the tour itinerary at any time due to weather, acts of God, and events out with our control
  • Luggage:
  • Please note the luggage restrictions: Maximum weight: 15kg, maximum size: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person plus small carry on
  • Accommodation:
  • If you are travelling alone, please choose the ‘Single Room’ option or we may not be able to accept your booking
  • Double/twin room: these rooms are for 2 people. If 3 people choose this option, you will be allocated a family room for 3, subject to availability. If you prefer 2 rooms, you must choose ‘Single Room’ for one person
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From $544 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5
4.6 out of 5 stars

based on 367 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Laila – United StatesJuly 8, 2025 – Verified booking
It was very packed for 3 days... really great introduction to the Highlands. I am inspired to come back and try hiking or spending more time at a few locations! My sister and I loved the scenery and Mike had the best stories and was very knowledgeable about the area.
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Pah – MalaysiaJune 29, 2025 – Verified booking
Our Guide Hugh really good,he explained while driving for three days. The scenery is super amazing even first day is rain. We have very good experience with this tour. You wont regret about the tour and will come again next time
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Olga – UkraineJune 21, 2025 – Verified booking
Chris our guide was very helpful, and all the stories were informative and interesting. The only thing that I’d like is to have more time at Isle of Skye

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Activity provider:
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  • Urquhart Castle

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