Transport

Transportation in our fleet of modenr comfortable vehicles Ferry to the Isles of Skye and Lewis Luggage restritions: Maximum weight: 15kg. Maximum size: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person.

Accommodation

Seven nights of accommodation in Oban, Skye, Inverness and Stornoway are included. The accommodation is in good quality Bed and Breakfasts, with single occupancy, double and twin rooms available. All accommodation includes breakfast, and a private bathroom.

Others

One-way journey on the Jacobite Steam Train (subject to status of the Jacobite Steam Train)

Meals

Breakfast is included at all accomodation during the tour. This may be a continental breakfast, a full Scottish breakfast, or a combination of options.

Guide

Explore Scotland with our passionate and knowledgable local driver-guides, as they share their enthusiasm for Scotland’s history and scenery with you

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Insurance

Travel insurance is not included in the brochure price

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

Calanais Standing Stones will not be accessible in September 2024 due to facility closure

Flights

International flights are not included in the brochure price

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Day 1 Edinburgh To Oban
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Edinburgh To Oban

Through the Trossachs to Oban...
Our wide-ranging tour starts by heading west through the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park to Kilmartin Glen. Here you’ll explore Scotland’s ancient past. With over 5,000 years of history laid out before you, you’ll be able to walk in the footsteps of the first Scots at Dunadd Hill Fort and the Temple Wood Stone Circle. Then it’s on to the picturesque seaside town of Oban, home to Scotland’s best seafood!
overnight: Oban
Day 2 Oban To The Isle Of Skye
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Oban To The Isle Of Skye

Gruesome Glens and the Hogwarts Express...

Day two takes you over the Connel Bridge through Appin to the haunting landscape of Glen Coe (scene of the terrible massacre of the MacDonald Clan). We’ll stop in Fort William: a town dominated by Ben Nevis - the UK’s tallest peak, then you jump aboard the Hogwarts Express for this stunning train journey (subject to status of the Jacobite Steam Train, we will then have time in Mallaig before we will board a ferry over to the Isle of Skye.

Overnight: Skye
Day 3 Explore The Isle Of Skye
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore The Isle Of Skye

A whole day to explore Skye...
You’ll have the whole of the third day to explore Skye’s mysteries and landscape. Here the mountains and beaches beckon, so loose yourself amongst the Cuillin mountains, visit the black houses, take in the spectacular scenery of the Kilt rock waterfall, the Old Man of Storr and the Trotternish Peninsula, including a visit to the capital of the island, Portree.
Overnight: Skye
Day 4 Isle Of Skye To Inverness
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Isle Of Skye To Inverness

We’ll leave Skye and head straight to Scotland’s most photographed castle, Eilean Donan* which you’ll have ample time to explore. We will then head towards Loch Ness - the world’s most famous Loch. Here you will enjoy exploring Urquhart Castle and then a boat cruise on the Loch (optional extra).

Overnight: Inverness
Day 5 Inverness To Stornoway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Inverness To Stornoway

North to Lewis and Harris...

Journey through some beautiful and remote scenery of Sutherland as you make your way towards the morning ferry. You will arrive in the beautiful seaside town of Ullapool, perched on the shores of Loch Broom. Known to be one of the gateways to the Northern Highlands, Ullapool is one of the least spoilt natural environments in the UK, making it a perfect base to explore from and also the perfect location to catch the ferry. There will be some great lunch options available on the ferry for you to enjoy as you sail out past the Summer Isles and onwards to the outer Hebrides.

You will begin exploring the Isle of Lewis as you arrive on the island, visiting Arnol Blackhouse, a traditional fully furnished thatched house, and gain an insight into island life. Your afternoon will end in Stornoway, the largest settlement in the Western Isles and your base for exploring the Isle of Lewis and Harris.

Overnight: Stornoway
Day 6 Explore The Isles Of Lewis & Harris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore The Isles Of Lewis & Harris

Ancient history and traditional tweed...

Stornoway is the largest settlement in the Western Isles and your base for exploring the Isle of Lewis and Harris. The day features visits to the ancient Callanish Standing Stones and Carloway Broch, an exceptionally well-preserved Iron Age structure located above Loch an Duin. You’ll also have a chance to stroll some of the island’s stunning beaches and find out more about Harris Tweed cloth when you visit a traditional weaver.

You’ll visit the main port, Tarbert, then you’ll travel a little west to look across the beautiful Sound of Taransay to the island made famous by the BBC’s Castaway programme. Here you’ll have the chance to stroll along what is arguably Harris’ most beautiful beach, Lusekentyre.

Overnight: Stornoway
Day 7 Stornoway To Inveness
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Stornoway To Inveness

Today you’ll head to the far north of the island to visit the Butt of Lewis lighthouse, the windiest place in the UK. You’ll return to Stornoway for lunch, before setting sail again for the journey back to the mainland.

Overnight: Inverness
Day 8 Inverness To Edinburgh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Inverness To Edinburgh

Historic battlefields and home.

As you head home from Inverness, you’ll be able to visit the battlefield of Culloden*, the site of the defeat of the Jacobite forces. Enjoy a wee dram at a local distillery*. You’ll also pass the stunning Cairngorm mountains and explore the picturesque town of Pitlochry.

8 days tour

Hebrides, Skye & The Far West

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Itinerary of your trip Hebrides, Skye & The Far West

Edinburgh To Oban

Oban To The Isle Of Skye

Explore The Isle Of Skye

Isle Of Skye To Inverness

Inverness To Stornoway

Explore The Isles Of Lewis & Harris

Stornoway To Inveness

Inverness To Edinburgh

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