4 Day Private Tour of the Isle of Skye, Highlands and Inverness

Day 1: Inverness through Perthshire

1. 30m
   Meet and feed some of our much loved Highland 'Coos', restroom and cafe on site.
2. The Hermitage
   45m
   Walk under the tallest trees in Scotland, here you will find age old wishing trees, the short path takes us to Ossian's viewing platform of the mighty Black Linn waterfall.
3. Pitlochry
   45m
   A perfect stop for lunch in this historic market town.
4. Dalwhinnie Distillery
   45m
   The tallest Distillery in Scotland by altitude, the Dalwhinnie 15 is highly regarded worldwide for its smooth and delicate taste.
   
   Sample a drink at the bar or take a tour and discover its inner secrets.
5. Culloden Battlefield
   30m
   An immersive experience of that fateful day, when the dreams of the Jacobite's and Bonny Prince Charlie were crushed by the English army.
6. Clava Cairns
   15m
   Older than Stonehenge, lies 4,000 year old stone burial mounds and standing stones that were the inspiration for the hit TV series Outlander

Day 2: Inverness to Skye

1. The Clansman Centre
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Enjoy a cruise on Loch Ness, included is Urquhart Castle where your guide will meet you afterwards.
2. Eilean Donan Castle
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   One of the most beautiful Castles in Scotland, a great lunch stop with stunning views.
3. Fairy Pools
   1h
   The name “Fairy Pools” reflects the local legends of the Isle of Skye—long associated with mythical beings, magic, and folklore. The pools are said to be where fairies bathe, though the name also captures their ethereal appearance
4. Portree
   30m
   The main town in Skye, we will drop you at your accommodation here.

Day 3: Skye to Fort William

1. The Old Man of Storr
   30m
   Heading North of Portree your journey will take you to the Old Man of Storr, one of the most iconic ridges in the Isle of Skye, where you can do the hike over to the stone formation. You may recognise it from the opening sequence in the movie ‘Prometheus’.
2. Lealt Falls
   20m
   Platform offering stunning views of both the Lealt Falls and the surrounding sea cliffs.
3. Kilt Rock
   20m
   Kilt Rock is a cliff that resembles the pleats of a kilt. This effect comes from vertical basalt columns (formed by ancient lava flows) alternating with horizontal layers of sandstone — creating a striking pattern that looks like the folds of tartan fabric.
4. Jurassic Dinosaurs Footprints at An Corran
   20m
   An Corran Beach is world-famous for its 165 million years old dinosaur footprints, which are among the best-preserved in Scotland.
5. Quiraing
   20m
   The Quiraing is one of the most spectacular mountain viewpoints of the Isle of Skye. In good weather, there are few views in the British Isles that can rival it!
6. Fairy Glen
   20m
   The Fairy Glen is a miniature landscape of grassy hills, spiraling rock formations, and tiny lochs that look like something out of a fantasy film - thus earning the valley it's name.
7. Armadale
   1h
   The Armadale–Mallaig ferry crossing is one of the most scenic and iconic short sea routes in Scotland — connecting the southern tip of the Isle of Skye with the fishing port of Mallaig on the mainland.
8. Eilean Na Moine. Dumbledore's Grave
   20m
   The Eilean na Moine island, often called “Dumbledore’s Grave Island” is a small, enchanting island located in Loch Eilt. It became famous after being featured in the Harry Potter films as the site of Dumbledore’s grave.
9. 45m
   The Glenfinnan Viaduct is a sweeping, curving railway bridge set amid the dramatic Highlands scenery. It’s world-famous for its appearance in the Harry Potter films, where the Hogwarts Express crosses it on its way to the wizarding school.

Day 4: Fort William ending at starting point

1. Glencoe
   20m
   The Three Sisters of Glencoe are among the most dramatic and photographed mountain formations in all of Scotland — a breathtaking sight that embodies the wild, rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands.
2. Castle Stalker
   30m
   Built in the early 1300's, Castle Stalker is one of Scotland’s most picturesque castles: a small, fairy tale-like tower rising from a tidal islet. With its perfect symmetry and dramatic setting, it looks as though it was designed for a painting (and indeed, it often has been). It was also featured in Monty Python and the Holy Grail movie.
3. McCaigs Tower Oban
   15m
   McCaig’s Tower (also known as McCaig’s Folly) is one of the most distinctive landmarks in western Scotland — a grand, colonnaded stone structure that crowns the hill above Oban, offering breathtaking panoramic views over the town, harbour, and nearby islands.
4. Oban
   1h
   Regarded as the 'seafood capital' of Scotland, this charming town is lined with independent shops and cafes
5. St Conan's Kirk
   30m
   St Conan’s Kirk is one of Scotland’s most extraordinary and beautiful churches — an eclectic masterpiece perched on the banks of Loch Awe in Argyll, blending Romanesque, Gothic, Celtic, and even Norse architectural styles into a single enchanting building. It’s both a place of worship and a work of art, often described as “a miniature cathedral of imagination.”
6. Kilchurn Castle
   20m
   Kilchurn Castle is one of Scotland’s most hauntingly beautiful and photographed ruins — a romantic fortress standing on a rocky peninsula at the north eastern end of Loch Awe, surrounded by mountains, mist, and mirror-like waters. Its setting captures everything people imagine about the mystery and majesty of the Scottish Highlands.
7. Inveraray Castle & Gardens
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Inveraray Castle is one of Scotland’s most elegant and historically significant stately homes, embodying a magnificent blend of medieval romanticism and Georgian refinement, set amid sweeping parklands on the shores of Loch Fyne. It continues to be the ancestral seat of the Duke of Argyll, chief of Clan Campbell, one of the most powerful Highland clans.
8. Luss
   30m
   Luss is one of Scotland’s most picturesque and charming villages; a storybook hamlet on the western shore of Loch Lomond, surrounded by tranquil waters, wooded hills, and heather-covered mountains. Often called “the prettiest village in the Highlands,” Luss perfectly captures the beauty and serenity of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.

Pickup details

We will pick you 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
• Inverary Castle is closed from the end of October until the end of March. We can still take you to see the exterior of the castle during this period.
• Uk cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults in a 4 passenger sized vehicle.