Price from £129

Tour includes:

• Two nights dorm accommodation in a 3* or 4* Hostel in the capital of the Highlands Inverness/Skye/Fort Augustus/Loch Ness area.

• Three full day excursions in a state-of-the-art Mercedes midi-coach with Local Guide

• Return journey from Edinburgh:

*Go monster spotting and spend the night at Loch Ness
* Discover the magical Isle of Skye
* Explore the haunting beauty of Glencoe, scene of the infamous massacre
* View the stunning Eilean Donan Castle on Loch Duich
* Hear the bloody history of the clans, try on traditional Highland dress and see their weapons
* Taste some Haggis, washed down  with a dram of whisky or Heather Ale

Day 1: Edinburgh to Loch Ness

We leave Scotland's capital and head to Stirling, home to legends such as William Wallace and Robert the Bruce and scene of many of Scotland’s most famous and bloody battles.  Our route north takes us through the dramatic & inspiring Glencoe, and if weather permits we may well take one of our legendary ‘wee walks’, before heading for Fort William - in the shadow of mighty Ben Nevis (Britain’s highest mountain). Travelling through the Great Glen we head for Fort Augustus. Staying on the banks of Loch Ness, in Fort Augustus tonight we discover a bit more of Highland history and culture, before trying to entice Nessie out for a wee dram!

Day 2: Loch Ness to Isle of Skye

Today we explore the magical Isle of Skye. Ruined castles, awesome scenery, Viking fortresses and home to the legendary MacLeod and MacDonald Clans.  Immersed in Celtic myths and legends, hear all about the Faeries and the Selkies, and local characters who have contributed to the rich history of this magical island.  Quite simply unmissable!   Our overnight destination is at a legendary 4 star hostel Morag's Lodge on the banks of Loch Ness with the best showers in the Highlands!

Day 3: Loch Ness to Edinburgh

Before heading south en route for Edinburgh, we follow the entire length of Loch Ness, searching for a priceless glimpse of the legendary beast.  We visit Inverness, capital of the Highlands, and head for brooding Culloden Moor, sight of the defeat of Bonne Prince Charlie’s Jacobite uprising. After a bite to eat and perhaps another ‘wee walk’, we head south for Pitlochry, Dunkeld and Perth (amongst other things) before arriving back in Edinburgh at approximately 5.30pm. – An action packed fun filled and unforgettable 3 days!

• From Edinburgh Departs Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays/Saturdays from May to December, 2008

• Check-in: 08:30hrs. Departure: 08.45 hrs from 11 Blackfriars St Edinburgh (off the Royal Mile) Edinburgh;

• Returns at 17.30hrs (day 3)

• *Meals and entrance fees are not included.