Highland Explorer and the Isle of Skye 5-day tour - Based on B&B, plus 2 nights Edinburgh Hotel
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Tour Code:
UK-5DHIGH-LD
Start City:
Edinburgh
End City:
Edinburgh
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Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
7 days
Physical Rating:
2 - Classic
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Tour Itinerary
Edinburgh , Fort William , Isle of Skye , Loch Ness , Portree , Ullapool
Arrive in Edinburgh. Transfer to your hotel is included. You are free to enjoy this beautiful city on your own. (Please note: hotel check-in is generally between 2 pm and 4 pm. If you are arriving into Edinburgh early - the hotel will be happy to hold your luggage until your room is ready).
Make your way to the Edinburgh departure point by 8:45 am (If you booked a departure pointtransfer at time of booking, your driver will collect you as noted on your voucher). Depart Edinburgh at 9 am, our journey takes us north over the Forth Road Bridge to the charming highland village of Dunkeld, on the banks of the river Tay. From here, we head into the Cairngorm National Park and the ancient pine forests of the Rothiemurchus estate. Lunchtime will be spent on the beautiful shores of Loch Insh before a short forest walk that takes us to the ruins of Loch an Eilein castle. Panoramic views of Loch Ness follow as we travel down to the banks of the famous loch and the village of Dores where we can do some "Nessie" spotting! Then, it's on to the shores of Loch Broom where we spend two nights at Ullapool. (*on some tours it maybe necessary to stay in Inverness in which case the itinerary will be subject to slight changes).
Today we visit the far northwest highlands and the grandeur, expanse, and wildness of the mountains of Assynt with its abundance of wildlife. We will be immersed in the history of the area and visit the15th century ruins of Ardvreck Castle, once the strong hold of the MacLeods of Assynt. The day is full of amazing views of some of Europe's oldest landscapes, from the stunning white sand beach at Achmelvich Bay to the traditional fishing village of Lochinver. With the chance of seeing wildlife such as whales and red deer, as well, this is sure to be a memorable day. Overnight in Ullapool.
We leave Ullapool heading south to take in the drama of the River Droma, as it plunges 60m down into the Corrieshalloch Gorge. From here, we travel past the mountains of the Beinn Eighe national nature reserve and along the picturesque coastline of Loch Torridon. The tranquil setting of Applecross is your destination for lunch before taking one of the highest roads in Scotland, Bealach nam Bo, with its jaw-dropping views, hairpin bends, and precipitous cliffs. In the afternoon, we stop in "tropical" Plockton, where we can see palm trees growing alongside Loch Carron, and take time to enjoy its sheltered serenity. Then, it's over the sea to Skye and the delightful harbor town of Portree with its friendly welcome.
Today is a very flexible day on Skye. There are many possibilities depending on the weather, and our driver/guide will use their local knowledge to decide on the best day out for the group. For example, we might travel north to the stunning Quiraing mountain pass and enjoy a spectacular walk through some of Skye's extraordinary geologicalscenery, or visit the Kilt Rock, composed of basalt columns with its waterfall cascading over the cliffs and down into the sea below. After lunch (on your own), we may travel to Neist Point for a walk out to the lighthouse at the most westerly point on Skye. Alternatively, a visit to Dunvegan Castle, ancient ancestral seat of the Clan McLeod, may be possible. We return to our accommodation in Portree in the late afternoon, where we enjoy a free evening in the village.
We travel south from Skye, stopping first at the famous stronghold Eilean Donan Castle, used in the film "Highlander." It is set at the head of three (3) lochs as protection against Viking raiders. Continuing east through the rugged mountains of Kintail, including the splendor of the Five Sisters, we drive down through Glen Garry past Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, then onto Fort William for lunch. In the afternoon, we will explore spectacular Glencoe, scene of the infamous massacre of the Clan Macdonald in 1692. Arrive into Edinburgh at around 7 pm. Our tour ends at Waverly Bridge in Edinburgh, where you will make your own way back to your pre-booked hotel.
After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the airport for your return flight to the US.
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Tour Highlights
Highland Explorer and the Isle of Skye Tour Includes
Additional Notes
Please Note Baggage Restriction: Due to size of coach there is a luggage restriction of 14kg (31 Ibs) of luggage per person on this tour. This includes one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small personal bag.A maximum of 8 passengers per departure date can be booked on this tour due to limitations of the coach size. If you have a larger party and/or wish to have a group booked on this tour, please contact us directly, as it will have to be quoted as a private group and rates here do not apply.
Pricing
Your tour land price is per person based on two (2) people sharing a twin or double room. When a single room is booked, a single supplement will apply. There are no triple rooms for this tour. Please note, there is currently not hotel package available when touring. Should a hotel stay be a must in Ullapool and on Skye, prices and availability may be requested and are subject to availability.
Discount rate applies to children aged 5-15 years. Tours are not suitable for children under the age of 5.
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Airfare
Airfare can be booked in conjunction with this tour. Airfare is instant purchase and non-refundable. Please note, if you book airfare independently to book air one day prior to date note, due to overnight flights. Dates of tour are the date you arrive in Edinburgh.
Departures & Transfers
Departure date is the date the tour starts in Edinburgh. Please book your air one day before to accommodate overnight flights.
Tour Guarantee
Although our UK tours are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 passengers, it does not mean a date is guaranteed until we check with the Edinburgh office. Although we get regular updates, a tour can sell out and we may not yet have it noted above. We must first advise of a guarantee before airfare is booked and ticketed. Thank you.
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Celtic Tours - Pre and Post UK Hotel
Pre and post nights booked at a mid-level hotel
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Depending on package booked, accommodations can be BB/Guesthomes, 3* Hotels/Inns (and some packages may include 4* Hotels)
Rabbie's Tour Operator
Depending on package booked, accommodations can be BB/Guesthomes, 3* Hotels/Inns (and some packages may include 4* Hotels)
Rabbie's Tour Operator
Depending on package booked, accommodations can be BB/Guesthomes, 3* Hotels/Inns (and some packages may include 4* Hotels)
Rabbie's Tour Operator
Depending on package booked, accommodations can be BB/Guesthomes, 3* Hotels/Inns (and some packages may include 4* Hotels)
Celtic Tours - Pre and Post UK Hotel
Pre and post nights booked at a mid-level hotel
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Everything that was detailed in the itinerary was carried out during the trip. Our guide Terry was wonderful, professional and very informative. He explained important details and made sure we saw all we could. The bus was clean and comfortable.