2 Day Private Tour of Mull, Iona and the Scottish Highlands

Day 1: Towards the Highlands and Mull

1. The Kelpies & The Helix
   Pass by
   The famous 'Kelpies' (2 horse statues almost 100 feet tall). These are the largest equine statues in the world.
2. Stirling Castle
   Pass by
   Once a Royal residence, Stirling Castle is a symbol of national pride and independence.
3. Callander
   30m
   Meet and feed the famous Scottish 'Highland Cows' (only from March to November). These gentle uniquely hairy cows are native to Scotland and the oldest document breed of cattle in the world.
4. Loch Tulla Viewpoint
   10m
   A cracking vantage point above Loch Tulla, showcasing a little of everything the Highlands have to offer: lochs, forests and mountains.
5. The Three Sisters
   20m
   This mountain viewpoint in the Glencoe Valley holds the title of the most photographed place in Scotland. In addition to being a place of incredible beauty, it bears historical significance as the site of the MacDonald Massacre during the Jacobite Uprisings.
6. Castle Stalker
   20m
   Sitting on its own little Island on Loch Laich, an inlet off Loch Linnhe, the beautiful Castle Stalker was featured in Monty Python and the Holy Grail movie.
7. Oban
   1h
   We have an hours' stop in Oban before boarding the ferry to Mull, which we can use to grab a light lunch before crossing over to the island.
8. Tobermory
   10m
   Tobermory is a charming coastal town, and is our final destination of the day where we will drop you at your accommodation of choice.

Day 2: Duart Castle and The Iona Abbey and Nunnery

1. Duart Castle
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Duart Castle, sitting on the coast of the Isle of Mull, is the ancestral home to Clan Maclean and dates back to the 13th Century.
2. Fionnphort
   30m
   Ferry terminal for the passenger ferry to Iona, cafe and restrooms on site. En route to the ferry, we can often expect to see cows, sheep and even deer on the road!
3. Iona Abbey and Nunnery
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   The Abbey at Iona is known as the ‘The Cradle of Christianity’ in Scotland. Established by St. Columba in 563, it is older than the nation of Scotland, and became an important religious centre throughout the Middle Ages.
4. Craignure
   30m
   While waiting for our ferry back to Oban, you can either visit the local cafe, chocolatier, or enjoy a dram at The Craignure Inn, an 18th Century Drovers Inn which has retained much of its original character. The Craignure Inn features in the book ‘Kidnapped’ by RL Stevenson, although it is referred to as the 'Inn of Torosay'.
5. Oban
   15m
   Arriving in Oban, we will have a quick stop to take photos at the Oban 'Colosseum', spanning stunning views of the bay below and several nearby islands.
6. Tyndrum
   45m
   Breaking the return journey, we will stop at the award winning 'Best Fish n' Chip' shop in the Highlands: the Real Food Cafe. It has Halal, vegan and gluten free options available.

Pickup details

Pick up from your Hotel, guest house, airbnb or other holiday accommodation.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• UK sized sedan cars are smaller than cars in the states, please bear this in mind when booking for 4 Adults
• Day 1) Has 5hrs 40 mins travel time including the ferry crossing and 2hrs 30 mins at attractions
• Day 2) Has 8hrs travel time including the ferry crossings with 4hrs 30 mins at attractions
• Accommodation: The tour does not include accommodation. We recommend clients book accommodation in Tobermory for the end of day 1. We can provide advice on accommodation options if required.
• The itinerary shown is subject to ferry avalability. We may have to alter the itinerary (especially in the summer months) depending on the availability of ferries and crossing times.