isle of skye tour


Trip Overview
Living on an island was hard. You were subject to the will of the ocean, limited to local hunting, and could be invaded from any side, at any time. But we think all these hardships build the most beautiful cultures and spectacular landscapes. In the Isle of Skye, you have gorgeous winged cliffs carved by the winds of the east Atlantic. The sea and sky enveloping Mull are stocked with herds of whales and soaring eagles. And the people of Iona have a remarkable culture that has been influenced by the invading Celts, Vikings, and Christians. Take this tour and discover Scotland’s rugged, beautiful, and historic islands.
- Chauffeur
- 1 Country
- 5 Days
- 4 Nights
About This Tour
Day 1: Stirling Castle - Loch Lomond - Inveraray
Stirling Castle is famous for its crucial role in Scottish history as a key royal residence, strategic military fortress, and a symbol of Scottish independence. Its commanding location on a volcanic crag allowed it to dominate important routes, and it was the site of key royal events like coronations and the birth of future monarchs.
Loch Lomond is famous for its spectacular scenery as the largest freshwater lake in Britain, a vast area of rolling hills and iconic peaks like Ben Lomond, and its location within the first national park of Scotland. It is also known for its connection to the popular folk song “The Bonnie Banks o’ Loch Lomond,” rich natural heritage with diverse wildlife.
Inveraray is famous for Inveraray Castle, an iconic Gothic Revival structure that serves as the ancestral home of the Clan Campbell, and for the town itself, which was meticulously rebuilt in the 18th century by the 3rd Duke of Argyll to showcase stunning Scottish Georgian architecture.
Day 2: Oban - Isle of Mull - Fingals Cave - Iona
Oban is famous as the “Seafood Capital of Scotland” for its incredibly fresh catches and as the “Gateway to the Isles” for its ferry services to the Hebrides. It’s also known for McCaig’s Tower, its namesake distillery producing fine whisky, and its picturesque harbor offering stunning coastal views.
The Isle of Mull is famous for its abundant and diverse wildlife, including famous encounters with white-tailed sea eagles and otters. It is also known for the picturesque harbor town of Tobermory, with its brightly colored buildings seen in the CBeebies show Balamory.
Fingal’s Cave is famous for its spectacular hexagonal basalt columns, natural “music” created by its unique acoustics, and as a source of inspiration for artists and writers like Felix Mendelssohn, who composed “The Hebrides” overture after visiting it.
Iona is famous primarily as a significant ancient center of Christianity in Scotland, especially through its founder, St. Columba, who established a monastic community there in 563 AD. It was a leading missionary center and a hub of learning, art, and culture, producing famous illuminated manuscripts like the Book of Kells.
Day 3: Castle Stalker - Glencoe - Ben Nevis - Fort William - Donan Castle
Castle Stalker is famous for its prominent appearance as Castle Aaaarrgh in the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. While historically significant as a medieval tower house on a tidal islet in Scotland, its pop culture connection is the primary reason for its widespread recognition. It also served as a filming location for other projects, including Highlander: Endgame and the TV show Sense8.
Glencoe is famous for its dramatic and wild landscape, which has made it a popular filming location for movies like Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Skyfall. Its stunning mountain scenery and historical significance as the site of the Massacre of Glencoe in 1692 also contribute to its fame.
Ben Nevis is famous for being the highest mountain in the British Isles, located in the Scottish Highlands. It is a major tourist attraction, drawing over 125,000 hikers annually to challenge its slopes and enjoy the panoramic views. The mountain is also known for its challenging and unpredictable weather, historical significance as a former volcano, and the allure of reaching the “bucket list” summit for adventurers.
Fort William is one of the best-known destinations in the Scottish Highlands, famed as the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’, the home of Ben Nevis, and featured in Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander stories.
Eilean Donan Castle is famous for its iconic, picturesque location on a small island at the meeting point of three sea lochs, making it a quintessential image of Scotland. It’s also celebrated for its rich history, appearing in films like Highlander and The World Is Not Enough, and its meticulous 20th-century restoration that revived the medieval structure.
Day 4: Plockton - Hamlet of Elgol - Loch Coruisk - Quiraing -Trotternish Ridge
Plockton is famous for its picturesque beauty as “The Jewel of the Highlands,” its charming whitewashed cottages and harbor, and its appearance in the BBC series Hamish Macbeth.
The Hamlet of Elgol is famous for its breathtaking natural scenery, including stunning views of the Black Cuillin mountains and its unique honeycomb cliffs. It’s also known as the departure point for boat trips to the remote and beautiful Loch Coruisk, located within the mountains. Historically, Elgol is famous as a hiding place for the Jacobite Bonnie Prince Charlie.
Loch Coruisk is famous for its dramatic scenery, nestled at the foot of the Black Cuillin mountains on the Isle of Skye. It is a place of inspiration for artists, writers, and poets, and is associated with the mythical kelpie legends. Visitors are drawn to the loch for its raw, rugged beauty, its opportunities for hiking, and the boat trips that offer access to this remote and spectacular location.
The Quiraing is famous for its dramatic and unique geological landscape on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, characterized by towering cliffs, rock formations like The Prison and The Needle, and sweeping valleys formed by ancient landslips.
The Trotternish Ridge is famous for its dramatic, otherworldly landscapes, shaped by ancient volcanic activity and massive landslips, creating iconic features like the Old Man of Storr, the Quiraing, and the Fairy Glen.
Day 5: Loch Duich - Kintail - Lochness - Loch Laggan - Dalwhinnie - Perthshire - Perth - Edinburgh
Loch Duich is famous primarily for its stunning location at the confluence of three sea lochs, which forms the backdrop for Eilean Donan Castle. The castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed landmarks, is a symbol of Highland beauty and history.
Kintail is famous for its dramatic, remote wilderness, especially the iconic Five Sisters of Kintail mountain range and the Falls of Glomach, one of Scotland’s highest waterfalls.
Loch Ness is famous for the legendary Loch Ness Monster, or “Nessie,” a creature said to inhabit its depths. Although no scientific evidence of Nessie’s existence has been found, stories of the creature, particularly those from the 1930s and the iconic “Surgeon’s Photograph” of 1934, have captured the public imagination, making Loch Ness a global phenomenon and a significant tourist destination.
Loch Laggan is a famous filming location for the TV series Monarch of the Glen, and more recently, the James Bond film No Time to Die, bringing its dramatic landscapes and tranquility to a wider audience.
Dalwhinnie is famous for its gentle, honey-like Highland single malt whisky, its status as one of Scotland’s highest and coldest distilleries, its historic role in whisky blending, and its location within the picturesque Cairngorms National Park, which attracts tourists to the distillery for its visitor experience and stunning scenery.
Perthshire is famous for its “Big Tree Country” landscapes, which include dramatic glens, forests, and lochs, as well as its rich history as a center for Scotland’s monarchy and a site of major historic battles. It’s also known for luxury golfing at Gleneagles, historic castles, the city of Perth itself with its cultural offerings, and events like the popular Enchanted Forest light show.
Perth isfor its deep historical importance as a former capital and royal residence of Scotland, its nickname “the Fair City” inspired by a Walter Scott novel, its setting on the River Tay with picturesque scenery, its connection to the Stone of Destiny at the nearby Scone Palace, and its role as a modern hub for food, culture, and as the “Gateway to the Highlands”.
Edinburgh is famous as Scotland’s historic capital, a city renowned for its stunning blend of medieval and Georgian architecture, the iconic Edinburgh Castle, and its vibrant cultural scene, especially its world-famous summer arts festivals like the Edinburgh Fringe. Its rich history, educational institutions, status as a major UK financial center, and charming, walkable streets also contribute to its fame and appeal.
Tour Highlights
- Stare into mountainous horizons in the West Highlands
- Stroll through the handsome harbour town of Oban
- Discover the history of Celtic Christianity
- See one of Scotland’s most unique geological wonders at Fingal’s Cave
- Arrive in the most ‘tropical’ town in Scotland, Plockton
- Be awestruck by the majestic slopes of Glencoe
- Traverse the legendary landscapes of Skye
- Learn about the tales and battles that shaped the island’s culture
- Snap a few photos at the gorgeous Eilean Donan Castle
- Try and spot the Loch Ness Monster
What’s Included?
- 8 Seaters luxury private Minivan
- Professional Chauffeur/Guide
- Complimentary bottle of water
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Admission Tickets (if option selected)
- City Congestion and Parking
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 10 hour full-day private tour
- Chauffeur accompanies the clients on tour.
- Driver can't enter sites
- Tips / Gratuities