Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland 3 Day Tour from Glasgow

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Dec 13

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Embark on a 3-day adventure from Glasgow to the stunning Isle of Skye!

Discover the magic of Scotland’s Highlands, explore the magical Fairy Glen, and marvel at the Old Man of Storrs dramatic beauty. With visits to landmarks like Eilean Donan Castle and time to soak up the Isle of Skye’s charm, this small-group tour is your ticket to an unforgettable Scottish escape.

Highlights - Glasgow - Isle of Skye Day 1
Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park
Rannoch Moor
Glencoe
Replica of Historic Turf House
Glenfinnan Viaduct (Harry Potter Train Bridge)
Boat to the Isle of Skye
Arrive 8:15am, pick-up at 8:30 in Glasgow.
We’ll be travelling through Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park and heading straight for the Highlands of Scotland.
Crossing the Highland Boundary Fault line, the scenery will dramatically change from the cityscape and open farmland to high mountains and dramatic peaks.
Travelling up along the western shores of Loch Lomond, the panoramic views will amaze you and be a feast for the eyes.
Once we have left the National Park, we’ll continue travelling north into a very well know (world-famous) part of Scotland, full of outstanding scenery and fascinating history, Glencoe.
Pulling over at Rannoch Moor viewpoint and the Three Sisters of Glencoe, you’ll begin to understand how this glen is one of the last remaining wildernesses in the country. Its vast and remote moors seem to never end.
The Glencoe Visitor Centre has a replica Turf & Creel house which has a fascinating insight into the past life of folk living in Glencoe.
After saying our goodbyes to Glencoe, we’ll drive through a town that sits at the foot of the UK’s highest mountain (Ben Nevis), Fort William. Considered to be the Outdoor capital of Scotland, you’ll learn about its important position for the Jacobite Uprisings.
From here, we head west towards another very famous spot in Glenfinnan, the Glenfinnan Train Viaduct or the Harry Potter bridge. Here is where you’ll hear about Bonnie Prince Charlie, and how his involvement in the Jacobite Uprisings of 1745 ended in a bloody tragedy, which stills us to this day.
Now it’s time to head straight for our ferry in the beautiful little seaside town of Mallaig. Our objective of the day now starts to come into view for the first time, the Isle of Skye!
Our crossing will take roughly 30 minutes on the ferry, and after we’ve disembarked the vessel, our day's journey will come to an end at our first-night accommodations, in the stunning town of Portree.
Highlights of Isle of Skye Day 2
Dunvegan Castle- (Closed mid October - March)
Old Man of Storr
Fairy Glen
Portree
Kilt Rock
Lealt Falls
Duntulm Castle
We hope everyone is as excited as we will be to explore the Isle of Skye! Departing Portree for the day, the first stop of the day will be on the northwest of the island, Dunvegan Castle.
Owned by clan chiefs of Clan MacLeod of MacLeod for centuries, you’ll explore the stunning castle and learn about the fairy folk and what clan chief married a Fairy Queen!
Now it’s time to head further north onto the Trotternish Peninsula, where we’ll be driving past a world-famous landmark, the Old Man of Storr. The pinnacle rock was part of Britain's largest landslip ever recorded.
A quick drive past the Old Man and we arrive at our next stop, Kilt Rock & Mealt Falls. The stunning basalt rock columns create the illusion of a kilt on the cliff face.
Driving around the top of the island, a ruined castle with stunning scenery will come into view. Duntulm Castle was fought over for centuries by the MacLeod’s and MacDonald’s, and it’s not hard to understand why.
The MacDonald’s eventually got the upper hand and held the castle for a time, but you’ll hear about a tragic accident that took place within its halls. On a clear day, we’ll be able to make out the islands of North Uist and Harris off in the distance across the body of water known as The Minch.
Now we start heading back towards Portree, but on the way, we’ll be heading towards our final stop of the day, the mythical Fairy Glen. The landscape does hold some strange feelings, it’s like walking around a fantasy movie set.
After sauntering around this fascinating site, we head back to the vehicle and onward to Portree, where the day's adventures will conclude.
Highlights - Isle of Skye - Edinburgh Day 3
Eilean Donan Castle
(Closed January and on occasional wedding dates)
Loch Ness
Cruise on Loch Ness
Nature Reserve Walk
Cairngorms National Park
Pitlochry
Today we leave this stunning island, taking scenes such as the awe-inspiring mountain ranges of the Red & Black Cullins, the old Sligichan Bridge, and the Isle of Raasay.
We depart the island via the Skye Bridge, which was opened in October 1995 and became one of two main, all-year-round, main routes on and off the island.
Our first stop is at a world-famous castle, Eilean Donan Castle. The dramatic setting of this castle was the perfect location to defend the water highways from invading Vikings and store magazines of gunpowder guarded by Spanish troops during the Jacobite Uprisings.
After exploring this incredible place, we head further east, inland towards the beautiful highland town of Fort Augustus. Here there is a chance to go on an optional cruise to search for the creature that haunts Loch Ness to this day!
Once we have refuelled ourselves, our journey continues on to a spectacular walk which is in the heart of the Highlands of Scotland. Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve is a remarkable example of a rewilding project.
Musing through the ancient woodland does send the imagination into a frenzy, trying to find where all the fairy folk live. The mountain scenery and Loch Laggan add to the ever-growing remote feeling.
Once we have taken in all the astounding scenery of this nature reserve, we now begin to head south towards Edinburgh, where the tour will conclude. But first, we’ll be swinging by Pitlochry.
The Highland village is the perfect spot to grab some refreshments and learn about Queen Victoria’s influence on the town's tourism. It was her favoured opinion that really boosted the now popular town.
Now it’s time to head south to our drop-off point, Edinburgh.
Here our tour will conclude between 7-8pm.
On this tour, you will spend 2 nights on the Isle of Skye
How can I book accommodation?
Accommodation is not included in the price of your tour.
We do this so that you have the option of choosing accommodation to suit your budget.
The Isle of Skye has a selection of accommodation, ranging from Youth Hostels, Bed and Breakfasts to 3, 4 and 5 Star hotels.
We have 2 options for booking Accommodation for your Isle of Skye Tour
1. We can book it for you on your behalf. We have a supply of accommodation pre-booked with some trusted accommodation partners. We have a selection of Twin, Double, Single and Family Rooms available.
2. You can choose to book your own accommodation. Before doing this, please get in touch and ask what part of the Island we will be staying for your chosen dates so that you can book accommodation in an appropriate location. Accommodation will need to be booked within 3km of our chosen accommodation location as we may not be able to collect and drop off from further away than this.
Alternatively, please email us your questions at info@scotlandswild.com
Note for Solo Travellers
If you are a solo traveller and you choose for us to book your accommodation on your behalf, then we will first choose to put you in a single room. Though on occasions due to accommodation supply, we may select a twin room where you will share with another traveller of the same gender. If you would prefer not to have this as an option, please get in touch and let us know at info@scotlandswild.com
How much will the accommodation cost?
We book a variety of accommodation with third party accommodation partners on your behalf and each of these partners sets their own rates. These rates will vary depending on a variety of factors, such as standard, facilities, location and demand. Once you’ve confirmed your tour and you’ve selected that you’d like for us to book your accommodation on your behalf, we will then allocate you to an accommodation partner and give you the details such as cost.
As a guide to cost, you can expect to pay the following prices
Approximate prices
Price for sole occupancy: 1 person per room, per night
B&B Standard - £60-90 GBP - €70-€105 Euro - $85-€110 USD
B&B En-suite - £80-140 GBP - €90-€160 Euro - $100-$175 USD
Hotel - £120-180 GBP - €140-€210 Euro - $150-225 USD
Price for multiple occupancy: 2 or more people per room, per night
B&B Standard - £80-£140 GBP - €90-€160 Euro - $100-$175 USD
B&B En-suite - £90-£170 GBP - €105-€195 Euro - $110-$225 USD
Hotel - £140-180 GBP - €160-210 Euro - $175-$225 USD
NOTE: Prices mentioned are for guidance only and may be higher on some occasions, especially for last-minute bookings and when demand is high (e.g. peak season, weekends, holidays, special events etc)
Will Breakfast be included with my Accommodation?
When we book your accommodation for you, breakfast will be included. If for some reason breakfast isn’t included, usually due to a last minute booking, we will let you know and recommend local locations for where you can get yourself Breakfast. The type of Breakfast included will vary in each accommodation and will range from continental style to fully cooked breakfasts.

3 day tour starting in Glasgow of Isle of Skye

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Our 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour from Glasgow aim to get you out the mini bus and into the Scottish Highlands on foot so you can get a proper feel of the Scotland and it’s countryside
Accommodation for Isle of Skye Tour
On this tour, you will spend 2 nights on the Isle of Skye
How can I book accommodation?
Accommodation is not included in the price of your tour.
We do this so that you have the option of choosing accommodation to suit your budget.
The Isle of Skye has a selection of accommodation, ranging from Youth Hostels, Bed and Breakfasts to 3, 4 and 5 Star hotels.
We have 2 options for booking Accommodation for your Isle of Skye Tour
1. We can book it for you on your behalf. We have a supply of accommodation pre-booked with some trusted accommodation partners. We have a selection of Twin, Double, Single and Family Rooms available.
2. You can choose to book your own accommodation. Before doing this, please get in touch and ask what part of the Island we will be staying for your chosen dates so that you can book accommodation in an appropriate location. Accommodation will need to be booked within 3km of our chosen accommodation location as we may not be able to collect and drop off from further away than this.
Alternatively, please email us your questions at info@scotlandswild.com
Note for Solo Travellers
If you are a solo traveller and you choose for us to book your accommodation on your behalf, then we will first choose to put you in a single room. Though on occasions due to accommodation supply, we may select a twin room where you will share with another traveller of the same gender. If you would prefer not to have this as an option, please get in touch and let us know at info@scotlandswild.com
How much will the accommodation cost?
We book a variety of accommodation with third party accommodation partners on your behalf and each of these partners sets their own rates. These rates will vary depending on a variety of factors, such as standard, facilities, location and demand. Once you’ve confirmed your tour and you’ve selected that you’d like for us to book your accommodation on your behalf, we will then allocate you to an accommodation partner and give you the details such as cost.
As a guide to cost, you can expect to pay the following prices
Approximate prices
Price for sole occupancy: 1 person per room, per night
B&B Standard - £60-90 GBP - €70-€105 Euro - $85-€110 USD
B&B En-suite - £80-140 GBP - €90-€160 Euro - $100-$175 USD
Hotel - £120-180 GBP - €140-€210 Euro - $150-225 USD
Price for multiple occupancy: 2 or more people per room, per night
B&B Standard - £80-£140 GBP - €90-€160 Euro - $100-$175 USD
B&B En-suite - £90-£170 GBP - €105-€195 Euro - $110-$225 USD
Hotel - £140-180 GBP - €160-210 Euro - $175-$225 USD
NOTE: Prices mentioned are for guidance only and may be higher on some occasions, especially for last-minute bookings and when demand is high (e.g. peak season, weekends, holidays, special events etc)
Will Breakfast be included with my Accommodation?
When we book your accommodation for you, breakfast will be included. If for some reason breakfast isn’t included, usually due to a last minute booking, we will let you know and recommend local locations for where you can get yourself Breakfast. The type of Breakfast included will vary in each accommodation and will range from continental style to fully cooked breakfasts.
What’s Included on your 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour from Glasgow
Included
Boat Trip to the Isle of Skye
Walk to Glenfinnan Viaduct (Harry Potter Train Bridge)
A Fun & Friendly Scotland Tour Guide
Fully Guided short hikes in the Highlands of Scotland
A Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Beautiful Highlands Scenery
Stories, Myths & Legends
Waterfalls
Not Included
Accommodation - Please see “Tour Accommodation” tab for more information
Meals and Snacks
Loch Ness Cruise
Entry to Eilean Donan Castle
Entry to Dunvegan Castle- Please note Dunvegan Castle & Gardens is closed between 16 October and 1 April due to ongoing restoration and maintenance works.
Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland 3 Day Adventure Group Tour
Please Note: This Tour starts in Glasgow and Ends in Edinburgh
Start Location from Glasgow
Meeting point at Buchanan Bus Station - Taxi Rank
70 Cowcaddens Road,
Glasgow,
G4 0BA
Start at 8:30am (please arrive at 8:15am)
End Location in Edinburgh
Drop off Location at Starbucks in Haymarket Railway Station
1a Haymarket Railway Station
Edinburgh
EH12 5EY
End between 7-8pm
What makes your 3 Day Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour so Special?
Your 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour from Glasgow differs from other generic bus tours as we focus on getting you out and really experiencing the spectacular landscape of the Isle of Skye and the Highlands of Scotland. You’ll learn about the area, the history, experience the culture and bond with your fellow visitors. We don't just go Sightseeing, we take part in #Sightdoing.
Is the Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland 3 Day Adventure Group Tour for me?
Before booking on to our 3 Day Isle of Skye tour, please remember that this is an Active Sightseeing tour and might not be for everyone. We will be going for some short walks in the Highlands and the terrain can vary and the ground can be uneven and slippery. Before booking, please ask yourself, Can I and everyone in my group comfortably walk for an hour on uneven ground?
What should I bring on the 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour from Glasgow?
As the weather can be unpredictable at times in Scotland, for your day tour we recommend you bring light waterproof clothing and sturdy hiking boots or shoes. You may also want to bring midge repellent as during certain times of year (primarily April - September) the midges may irritate you. If you’re lucky enough to get a nice sunny day, then some sun cream would be great. If it’s during the colder months, then some warm clothing, gloves and a hat may also be useful.
When should I arrive for the Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour Departing Glasgow?
We ask all clients to arrive and check-in at least 15 minutes early for your 3 Day isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour, this ensures a prompt departure and more time to experience the Highlands of Scotland. If you’re going to be late, get in touch as soon as possible at +44 131 241 8292 and we will see about getting you on another tour if there is availability. This is not a guarantee though.
Is there Parking near the Glasgow Departure location?
Yes, there’s parking near the departure point for your 3 Day isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour. It’s at Buchanan Galleries shopping Centre and is multi story, Private parking facility and they do charge for parking. It will take you approximately 5 minutes to walk from the parking facility to the Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland Day Tour Start Location.
How long will I be out of the vehicle on this my 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour from Glasgow?
On your 3 Day Isle of Skye Tour, you’ll get a good amount of time out of the bus as you go for short hikes in the Highlands of Scotland, visit Eilean Donan and Dunvegan Castle, visit Waterfalls, walk to Glenfinnan Viaduct (Harry Potter Train Bridge) cruise on Loch Ness plus so much more.
Do you have any age restrictions?
For our scheduled 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour from Glasgow, we have a minimum age limit of 12 years old. If you have children under 12 who you’d like to take on the 3 Day isle of Skye Tour from Glasgow, we recommend getting in touch info@scotlandswild.com and asking about a fully private tour for you and your group.
Should I bring food on my Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland 3 Day Adventure Group Tour leaving Glasgow?
There will be no need to bring food on your 3 Day Isle of Skye tour from Glasgow as you’ll be stopping at different locations in the Highlands of Scotland and on the Isle of Skye to enjoy meals and be able to pick up snacks.
Feel free to bring snacks for when you’re travelling around the Highlands of Scotland.
Are meals included for my Isle of Skye 3 Day Tour from Glasgow?
Meals aren’t included on your 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour from Glasgow. You’ll be able to enjoy meals at your own time and where you enjoy. Your Scotland Tour Guide will happily help send you in the right direction. There may be a need to book meals in Advance
Can I take luggage with me during my 3 Day Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour?
As yo travel Scotland on your 3 Day Isle of Skye Tour, there will be space for each Traveler to bring a suitcase style of luggage of 20kg (44lbs) with dimensions of approx 81cm x 119cm x 119cm. You will also be able to take a small handbag sized bag for you personal items for when you travel Scotland. If you have any questions about luggage, feel free to get in touch on info@scotlandswild.com
Will there be plenty of bathroom breaks?
During your Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour from Glasgow, there will be many stops to use the restrooms in both the Highlands of Scotland and the Isle of Skye. There are also restrooms on your Loch Ness Cruise and boat trip over to the Isle of Skye. You will never be far away from a bathroom stop
Should I tip my Scotland Tour Guide/Driver?
If you believe your Scotland Tour Guide/Driver provided you with a great touring experience on your 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Tour, then I know they will always appreciate a wee bonus, though it is completely up to you on how much you tip or if you’d like to provide one.
What’s your Multi-Day Tour Cancellation Policy?
Any cancellation for our 3 Day Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland Adventure Group Tour, 16 or more days before the tour start day, you will be issued a 90% Refund. Cancelling 15 days or less, you must pay 100% of your total booking price. In the event of not showing up for your multi-day group tour, you will be charged 100% of the cost
To see all our T&C’s, check them out here
What happens if I miss my Isle of Skye & Highlands of Scotland 3 Day Tour?
If you are late for your tour, the cancellation policy will apply. If on the day, you believe you will be late, do get in touch as soon as possible on +44 131 241 8292 and we will see about getting you on anther tour if there is availability. This is not a guarantee though.
Do I have Travel Insurance Provided on my 3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands of Scotland Tour from Glasgow?
We don’t provide travel insurance for any Tours in Scotland, though we highly recommend taking out appropriate travel insurance for any vacation to Scotland.
I still have more questions, how can I get answers?
We’re always happy to answer any question and would love to help you as much as possible before you arrive in Scotland, so do get in touch if you think we can help info@scotlandswild.com