4 Day Skye and Highlands Tour |
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May to May Departs Thursdays |
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Covers all the same great spots as the three day, but with a whole extra day to give us more time for cool walks, a boat trip and more hidden gems waiting to be discovered! Includes a seafood and seal cruise on Loch Carron. In summer it also includes the ferry from the Isle of Skye.
Winter Accommodation includes two nights staying in the Stationmasters House perched on the edge of Loch Carron, and a night in lively Oban.
Summer Accommodation includes a night at the Stationmasters House, a night on the Isle of Skye plus a night in the serene Great Glen.
Day 1: Edinburgh to Stromeferry
Starting the day with a visit to the Wallace Monument in Stirling to hear the tales of one of our greatest patriotic heros before we head north to walk in the Hermitage Forest in Perthshire with mature forest and waterfalls. We will then explore the Pass of Killiekrankie near Pitlochtry where the Jacobite Rebellion began.
In the afternoon we will pass through the stunning mountain scenery immortalised by the BBC's 'Monarch of the Glen' before arriving in the picturesque town of Fort Augustus at the foot of Loch Ness for a spot of monster hunting.
Our base for the next two nights is the Stationmasters House in Stromeferry, a recently renovated hostel on the banks of Loch Carron near the Isle of Skye.
Day 2: Isle of Skye
It's 'over the sea' to Skye this morning for a laid back day exploring this world famous Scottish Island. Lots of short walks, history, myths and folklore will fill your day with wonder as we explore the best of this truly magical island.
Day 3: Stromeferry to Oban
Today we are heading South West down the Great Glen with views of Ben Nevis and time to visit check out the breathtaking scenery at Glencoe before we arrive at the bustling coastal town of Oban
Day 4: Oban to Edinburgh
Plenty to see today with a morning visit to Carnasserie castle and tour through Kilmartin Glen, one of the richest collections of neolithic monuments and standing stones in Europe. Lunch in Inverary before we stop at Loch Lomond, one of the most beautiful spots in the Highlands.
Summer Itinerary includes a night on the Isle of Skye, more time to explore the magical isle as well as taking the ferry from Skye to Mallaig, discovering the white beaches of Morar and Arisaig, Glenfinnan Viaduct with stunning views the length of Loch Shiel. The last night is spent within the peaceful surrounds of the Great Glen, a perfect place for summer BBQ's to end a superb tour!
We will return to Edinburgh at about 6:30pm.
