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OVERVIEWHighlights
• No words can describe these places and no photos can capture these sights • When you're there, all you can do is simply look, relax, and enjoy the moment • And this tour is four days of that incredible feeling • There are castles so impressive you'll rub your eyes in disbelief, mountains so magnificent you'll remember them forever, and villages so quaint you'll want to pack your bags and move in • Experience those everlasting moments, and discover the beauty of the Isle of Skye and the West Highlands • You can relax in the comfortable seats inside a Mercedes 16-seat mini-coach • Admire the full landscape wherever you travel thanks to large windows • Travel responsibly: our buses are better for the environment than using your own car • Hear the local stories and legends from our driver-guides who know places like the back of their hand • Go past the landmarks and visit lesser-known locations only locals know about Tour Code
57922
Duration
4 day
Departure City
Edinburgh
End City
Edinburgh
Language
English
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Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities; Natural beauty, scenic views.
Driver Guide Tours
Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group
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You leave Edinburgh and travel north west. On this route, you see one of Scotland's most amazing modern marvels, The Kelpies. These massive steel horse heads are fantastic to photograph and intriguingly engineered.
For lunch, you refuel at your driver-guide's favourite spot and continue with your journey through the Highland scenery.
After ambling along and enjoying beautiful views of rivers, lochs, and forests, you cross the wild and remote Rannoch Moor. This is a favourite location for photographers and nature lovers, so make sure you've charged your camera. You then head to the majestic and historic Glencoe. Here, you can learn about one of the most tragic tales in Scottish history.
We then drive along the shore of Loch Linnhe before reaching our base for the night in Fort William.
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You go on a breath-taking drive from Fort William and pass the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct. This is one of the most beautiful railway bends in Britain and featured in the Harry Potter movies. There's also an iconic monument that commemorates the Jacobites who died fighting for the Jacobite cause.
After arriving in Mallaig, you take the ferry 'over the sea to Skye' to the southern area of the island.
Your afternoon will be spent exploring the incredible landscapes of the Sleat Peninsula. Your guide may take you to the famed waterfalls of Glenbrittle or to the Cuillin Mountains in Elgol, where you can revel in the stunning views.
After all these sublime sights, you head to your overnight base in the Lochalsh or Skye area.
* During the winter months (October till the end of March) you take a scenic route through Kyle of Lochalsh and drive over the Skye Bridge.
* From 1st of November till end of March overnight in Portree instead.
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Today is your opportunity to see some of the most famous wonders of Skye. The Quiraing, the Old Man of Storr, Neist Point: the options are endless.
Your guide will choose a unique itinerary to suit the weather and what's happening on the island. And they'll always ensure you get a chance to get off the beaten track and discover the best spots for photos.
In the late afternoon, you return to your overnight base.
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You start your day from a visit to the famous stronghold, Eilean Donan Castle.
Then you travel south through Glen Shiel and past magnificent Loch Cluanie, as we head east for a view of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis.
Continuing south, your route passes through the Monadhliath Mountains and into the Central Highlands, where you stop in the historic village of Dunkeld. Here you have the chance to visit the ruins of the old cathedral.
Travelling south, you head through the Lowlands, over the Firth of Forth, and into Edinburgh.
* Please note that Eilean Donan Castle will be closed on the following dates due to weddings: 2nd, 5th, 6th, 9th, 15th, 16th & 24th November 2024. We will be unable to visit the inside of the castle. Please also note that the castle closes over winter between 22nd December 2024 and 1st February 2025. We apologise for the inconvenience.
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Cancellation PolicyCancellation made within:
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• Cancellations made 24 days and more before the tour date may also incur the cost of one night's accommodation for each separate accommodation booked.
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Special Notes
Pricing InfoYour reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days. * Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively. * There are a choice of room types available in both B&B (Bed & Breakfast) and Hotel categories including single, double or twin rooms depending on number of guests and preference. Triple and family rooms are limited and may only be booked on request. * Please note that any mutli-day tours including the Isle of Skye will only be available as B&B options. * Please be aware that although we aim to provide accommodation in the centre of the locations where we stay overnight, due to the smaller size of some of these destinations, accommodation may on occasion be up to 2 miles/20-30 minute walk from the centre of the town. Note that If your party size is a larger group ( 5+ pax), or if the booking is close to departure date, we cannot guarantee that all travellers in a group will be in the same accommodation. * Adult: 16+ * Child: 5-15, based on 1 child sharing a room with adult(s)/parent(s) or 2 children in a twin room. Please specify children's ages at the time of booking in order to assist in securing suitable accommodation for extended tours. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Where no child rate is shown, we are unable to take passengers under the age of 18 years old. Reservation Info1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email. 2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us. 3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required. 4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase. Terms and Conditions- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days. - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice. - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation. - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation. - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary. |
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