Old Man of Storr - 3 Day Tour Isle of Skye and the Highlands

3 Day Isle of Skye and the Highlands Tour

Name: 3 Day Isle of Skye and the Highlands Tour
Brand: Heart Of Scotland Tours

Journey through the Highlands to the magical and misty island of Skye, famous for its wild coastal scenery and the spectacular Cuillin mountain range. The itinerary includes stops at Eilean Donan Castle, Glen Coe, Loch Ness.

Day 1

Our first stop is Dunkeld, a delightful Highland village with a history stretching back to the 8th century. Time for morning coffee and a visit to the ancient cathedral grounds, beautifully situated in mature woodlands beside the mighty River Tay.

We continue north through the Cairngorms National Park and alongside Loch Laggan before stopping for lunch.

The charming village of Dunkeld

Lots of time off the bus

Small tour groups

Eilean Donan Castle

Following the Great Glen we stop for photos of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain. Travelling through spectacular mountain scenery, we stop at Loch Garry for a famous photo opportunity before continuing through stunning Glen Shiel to reach Eilean Donan Castle.

'An iconic image of Highland Scotland, Eilean Donan Castle has been used as the backdrop for countless famous movies'

Perhaps the most iconic image of Highland Scotland, the castle has been used as the backdrop for countless famous movies. It is perfectly situated on a small island, surrounded by water and fabulous scenery – a ‘must-see’ Scottish castle.

From here we drive across the Skye Bridge and under the shadow of the Cuillin Mountains to Portree, the island’s tiny capital where you will be dropped off at your accommodation and based for two nights.

Portree - your picturesque base for two nights on the Isle of Skye

Day 2

Today is spent touring the Isle of Skye, a flexible itinerary at the discretion of your driver / guide * (see below).

We enjoy a half-day scenic drive along the dramatic Trotternish Ridge with its spectacular cliffs and rock formations. Stops can include Lealt Waterfall, Kilt Rock sea cliffs, the Old Man of Storr rock pinnacle and a walk at the Quiraing mountain pass. Another popular stop is the Fairy Glen, a delightful miniature Highland landscape and legendary home of the ‘wee people’!

Getting away from the crowds

The spectacular Cuillin mountains on Skye

Lots of scenic photo stops

A full day exploring Skye in the Wee Red Bus

The Wee Red Bus on the dramatic Quiraing mountain pass

'We spend a full day exploring the spectacular and dramatic Isle of Skye in the Wee Red Bus'

The second half of the day explores the stunning southern part of the island which includes well-known sights and some hidden gems we’ve discovered over the years.

Nestled under the Cuillin mountains is beautiful Glen Brittle. Rugged scenery surrounds us and there are several fantastic options for this section of the tour, including a short walk in the iconic mountain landscape to the famous Fairy Pools.

Another popular excursion is the drive to Neist Point lighthouse for spectacular views to the Western Isles.

The 13th century home of the famous Clan McLeod, Dunvegan Castle offers guided tours, a useful wet-weather option because of Skye’s famously changeable weather. It’s not called the ‘Misty Isle’ for nothing!

* Please note depending on weather and traffic conditions the itinerary is flexible to maximise our time on Skye.

The beautiful Isle of Skye

The end of a great day out

Day 3

After returning to the mainland we drive past the Five Sisters of Kintail, a high mountain ridge rising steeply from sea level. The five distinctly pointed summits are a well known landmark.

'Our next stop is a monster hunt at famous Loch Ness!'

Next stop is famous Loch Ness – Scotland’s legendary lake and home to the elusive monster! At the picturesque village of Fort Augustus you will have time to take a stroll at Loch Ness and along the canal and lock system built by Thomas Telford in the early 1800s.

Monster hunting at Loch Ness

The 'Three Sisters' in Glen Coe

Iconic Highland scenery

Relax in the safe hands of our friendly driver guides

We continue through Fort William to perhaps the most famous of all Scotland’s glens, Glen Coe. This narrow valley is where the bloody massacre of the MacDonalds took place in 1692, one of the most notorious acts in Scotland’s long and violent history.

There’ll be time for photos of the wild scenery before continuing to Tyndrum for a break. As we approach the Lowlands we drive past the Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle where you’ll hear about Scotland’s great patriots William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. Their names have resounded through British history for 700 years – a fitting conclusion to a wonderful trip!

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Starting

Edinburgh
Edinburgh & The Lothians
Edinburgh - City Centre

Length

3 Days

Transport

Small coach

Type

Small Group (1-16)

Languages

English

Themes

Adventure
Ancestry
Architecture
Castles
Film and TV
Geology
History
Island Hopping
Landscapes
Walking

Tour prices

From £279 Per Adult £115 Per Child £259 Concession

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Prices are subject to change depending on season

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Heart Of Scotland Tours

Our 5-star, award winning guided tours are carefully designed to give you lots of variety by including the best-loved sights as well as hidden gems that many tourists never see. Enjoy the spectacular mountains of the Highlands, ancient castles, beautiful lochs and some of the best views in the world. We look forward to welcoming you onto our famous 16 seat Wee Red Buses to experience and enjoy the essential Scotland together.

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3 Day Isle of Skye and the Highlands Tour

From £279 per adult

Departure days

Contact details

Tour information

Tour prices

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Tour company information

Heart Of Scotland Tours

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Opening times

Other tours from this company

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