5 Days Ultimate Scottish Highlands Adventure Tour

Day 1: Edinburgh - Loch Ness

1. Edinburgh
   Pass by
   Depart from right under the shadow of Edinburgh Castle and learn all about the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of The Old Town and the New Town while heading north towards the Kingdom of Fife.
2. Forth Bridge
   Pass by
   Cross the Firth of the Forth towards Fife across the Forth Bridge while learning about why the bridges are so important to Scotland
3. Pitlochry
   1h
   After driving through the Kingdom of Fife, arrive in the town of Pitlochry. Pitlochry is a small town surrounded by incredible forests, looming mountains and incredible whisky. Our stop here will be for lunch and supplies for your night in Skye, plus the chance to explore the high street.
4. Pass by
   Travel through the Cairngorms National Park, the second national park in Scotland, and admire your first taste of the Highlands. Guides may stop at Highlands sign, Loch Morlich or elsewhere depending on conditions.
5. Culloden Battlefield
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Learn the harrowing tale of the Jacobite Rebellion and see where the rebellion ended at the Culloden Battlefield. Choose to walk the grounds for free or enter the museum at a cost of £16 per person.
6. Loch Ness
   30m
   After a trip down the Great Glen, enjoy a stop on the mystical Loch Ness where you can choose to swim with Nessie or admire her waters from afar.

Day 2: Loch Ness to Skye

1. Rogie Falls
   1h
   Today we journey west through some of the most remote and beautiful landscapes in the Highlands. Our first stop is Rogie Falls, where a short woodland walk leads to a dramatic waterfall tumbling through a narrow gorge.
2. Corrieshalloch Gorge National Nature Reserve
   1h
   From here we continue north to the spectacular Corrieshalloch Gorge, a deep canyon carved by glacial meltwater. Crossing the Victorian suspension bridge gives breathtaking views down to the Falls of Measach far below.
3. Torridon
   Pass by
   Travelling through the ancient mountains of Wester Ross, we pass through the wild scenery of Kinlochewe and Torridon — a landscape shaped by some of the oldest rocks in Europe.
4. Eilean Donan Castle
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Turning south toward the coast, we stop at one of Scotland’s most iconic castles. Eilean Donan Castle stands proudly where three sea lochs meet and is one of the most photographed castles in the country.
5. Kyleakin
   12h
   Finally we cross the Skye Bridge and arrive on the Isle of Skye, where we’ll spend the night in the colourful harbour village of Kyleakin.

Day 3: Explore Isle of Skye

1. Sligachan Old Bridge
   30m
   Day 3 is dedicated to exploring the dramatic landscapes of the Isle of Skye — an island famous for its rugged mountains, ancient legends and unforgettable scenery.
   
   We begin our adventure at Sligachan, where sweeping views of the Black Cuillin mountains create one of the island’s most iconic landscapes.
2. Portree
   1h
   Continuing north, we visit the colourful harbour town of Portree before heading out to explore some of Skye’s most spectacular natural landmarks.
3. The Old Man of Storr
   3h
   At the Old Man of Storr, a towering rock pinnacle rises dramatically above the surrounding cliffs and sea. Nearby, Kilt Rock reveals sheer basalt cliffs and a waterfall plunging straight into the ocean below.
4. Quiraing
   3h
   We then travel through the incredible landslip landscape of the Quiraing on the Trotternish Peninsula — a surreal landscape of cliffs, pinnacles and hidden plateaus that feels almost otherworldly.
5. Kilt Rock
   15m
   Throughout the day there are plenty of opportunities to step off the bus, take short walks, and truly experience the wild beauty that makes Skye so special. Kilt Rock is one example, a stunning natural waterfall that overhangs the sea.
6. Kyleakin
   12h
   Stay overnight on Skye for a second night.

Day 4: Skye to Oban

1. Armadale
   Pass by
   After breakfast we leave Skye behind, travelling by ferry from Armadale back to the mainland.
2. Mallaig
   30m
   Landing at Mallaig, we follow the stunning Road to the Isles, passing the silver sands of Morar — often considered some of the most beautiful beaches in Scotland.
3. Glenfinnan Viaduct
   1h
   Soon we reach the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct overlooking Loch Shiel. This sweeping railway bridge is known around the world as the route of the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films.
4. Fort William
   1h
   Continuing east, we pass through Fort William beneath the shadow of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain.
5. Glencoe
   1h
   Our journey then leads us into the dramatic valley of Glen Coe — one of Scotland’s most iconic and haunting landscapes. Towering mountains surround this glen, which is also the site of the infamous 1692 massacre of the MacDonald clan.
6. Oban
   12h
   From here we continue south through the Highlands to the lively coastal town of Oban, where we spend the night by the sea.

Day 5: Oban to Edinburgh

1. Trossachs
   Pass by
   On our final day we travel through the scenic landscapes of Argyll and the beautiful Trossachs National Park.
2. St Conan's Kirk
   30m
   We stop to visit the unique St Conan’s Kirk, one of Scotland’s most unusual churches, filled with fascinating architectural details and stories.
3. Kilchurn Castle
   15m
   Nearby we also visit the ruins of Kilchurn Castle (summer months only), dramatically situated on the shores of Loch Awe and surrounded by mountain scenery.
4. Callander
   1h
   Continuing east through the Trossachs, we pass through the town of Callander — a gateway to the Highlands where you may even spot one of Scotland’s famous hairy Highland cows.
5. National Wallace Monument
   Pass by
   As we travel south you’ll hear stories of Scotland’s struggle for independence, including the legendary tales of William Wallace.
6. Edinburgh
   12h
   Finally we return to Edinburgh in the early evening, where your Highland adventure comes to an end — though the memories will last a lifetime.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness