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3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh
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3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh

by Highland Explorer Tours

3 days
Edinburgh
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Monday 26 October 2026
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Overview

This 3-day bus tour from Edinburgh covers the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye, including a visit to Eilean Donan Castle. The package includes two nights of accommodation, breakfast each morning, and transport on a climate-controlled coach. A local English-speaking guide leads the tour and includes a stop at Dundreggan Rewilding Centre. Meals besides breakfast are not included, and tickets for the Jacobite Steam Train and Dunvegan Castle are optional extras. The itinerary covers many notable Highland locations and natural scenery over about 72 hours, with the exact daily schedule subject to change depending on conditions. The tour returns to Edinburgh around 8 pm during April and October. Passengers should plan travel arrangements accordingly, as return times vary with weather and traffic.

Highlights

3-day bus tour from Edinburgh to Highlands and Isle of Skye
Includes 2 nights accommodation and breakfast
Local English-speaking guide throughout the trip
Transport by climate-controlled coach
Visit to Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
Stop at Eilean Donan Castle included

What's included

Two nights accommodation included
Transport provided by climate-controlled coach
Breakfast served each morning
Local English-speaking guide included
Visit to Dundreggan Rewilding Centre included

What's not included

Meals other than breakfast are not included
Jacobite Steam Train tickets not included
Dunvegan Castle entry fee not included
Tips are not included

Itinerary

1

We visit the charming village of Callander where you can go for a stroll or grab a coffee before we venture further into the Highlands.

30 min

2

Feast your eyes on stunning Glen Coe, and learn about the village's tragic history during this photo stop.

15 min

3

We stop for a comfort break in Fort William before getting the chance to board the Jacobite Steam Train.

50 min

4

Take the opportunity to ride the world-famous Jacobite Steam Train, recogniseable as the Hogwarts Express. With exceptional panoramic views, you will truly feel the magic of the Highlands. (Optional train ride)

120 min

5

We arrive in Mallaig, renowned for its fishing history. Here we have a bit of time before we make our way to the ferry teminal.

75 min

6

We make the journey over to the Isle of Skye by ferry, where we will be spending two nights.

40 min

7

Once in Skye, we make our way over to Portree in the early evening, where we can rest up and get ready for a full day of adventure.

70 min

8

View the iconic Old Man of Storr

30 min

9

Visit Kilt Rock with its cascading waterfall

15 min

10

Beautiful waterfall on the island coast

30 min

11

Learn myths and legends during your visit to Sligachan.

15 min

12

We start day 3 with a photo stop at romantic Eilean Donan Castle perched atop a small island where two lochs meet. It's one-of-a-kind castle with its own intriguing history.

15 min

13

Visit Dundreggan Rewilding Centre where we delve into the admirable work of Trees for Life, a charity committed to the revival of Scotland's ancient Caledonian Pine Forest.

60 min

14

We get the chance to hunt for the elusive 'Nessie' at Loch Ness while exploring the shores of the Highland village of Fort Augustus.

60 min

15

We stop at the Commando Memorial and enjoy views of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. (Views are weather dependent.)

15 min

16

Our final stop of the tour is the quaint village of Dunkeld with its historic cathedral sitting on the banks of the River Tay.

45 min

Meeting point

This tour will depart at 7:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.

End point

This tour will depart at 7:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.

Languages

German (audio)Portuguese (audio)English (audio)English (guide)Italian (audio)French (audio)Spanish (audio)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–2 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children under 5 years old, including infants without seats, cannot join the tour
Each traveler may bring one suitcase up to 33lbs (15kg) and one carry-on bag
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels are allowed if accompanied by someone to assist boarding and disembarking
Tour returns to Edinburgh at 8 pm during April and October
Advance booking for transport to the departure point is recommended; arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in; late arrivals cannot be refunded or accommodated
The itinerary order may change
Return times depend on road and weather conditions; allow at least 3 hours after scheduled return for onward plans
Occasionally a larger bus may be used depending on vehicle availability
Bring a headset if using an audio guide
Tour may be operated by the sister company HAGGiS Adventures
Travel insurance is advised
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