8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

Day 1: The start of a wonderful adventure

1. Loch Lomond
   30m
   Time to stroll along the bonnie, bonnie banks
2. Kilmartin Glen
   30m
   Step back in time to the Bronze age and admire the ancient carvings
3. Inveraray Castle & Gardens
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Time to explore the quaint little town of Inveraray.

Day 2: Over the Sea to Skye

1. Glencoe National Nature Reserve
   20m
   Hear the stories of the infamous massacre
2. Fort William VisitScotland iCentre
   1h
   This little town will be our lunch stop
3. Glenfinnan Viaduct
   20m
   You will continue west from Fort William on board your bus, making a stop to view the Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter films. We will also be able to see Glenfinnan Monument - and the gorgeous scenery that surrounds it.
4. Mallaig
   1h
   Enjoy the picturesque fishing village of Mallaig before taking a short ferry ride across the sea to the magical Isle of Skye.

Day 3: Exploring Skye

1. Black Cuillin
   20m
   Stunning Scenery
2. The Old Man of Storr
   30m
   Amazing scenery
3. Portree Harbour
   1h
   This will be our lunch stop
4. Kilt Rock
   20m
   Watch the waterfall tumbling over the iconic cliff face.

Day 4: Back to the mainland

1. Eilean Donan Castle
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   The most photographed castle in Scotland
2. Loch Ness
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   A chance to take a cruise on the loch for some monster hunting
3. Urquhart Castle
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Enjoy exploring the ruined castle overlooking Loch Ness. Entrance to the castle can be arranged by your driver, combined with a Loch Ness cruise.

Day 5: Another island awaits

1. Pentland Ferries
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Jump aboard the ferry to Orkney
2. The Italian Chapel
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Admire this stunning creation of Italian prisoners or was in WWII
3. Churchill Barriers
   20m
   Visit this series of causeways that were constructed to protect the British naval fleet from submarines.

Day 6: Exploring Orkney

1. Skara Brae
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   This neolithic village was uncovered in a storm dating back to 3180BC
2. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   The best preserved example of a Neolithic chambered cairn in Europe
3. Standing Stones of Stenness
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Dating back over 5,000 years, the Standing Stones of Stenness are among the oldest stone circles in Britain, their towering Neolithic monoliths rising dramatically from the Orkney landscape on the banks of the Loch of Stenness.
4. Ring of Brodgar
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Visit this amazing Neolithic stone circle of up to 60 original standing stones spanning an impressive 104 metres in diameter, set on a narrow peninsula between two lochs and forming the ceremonial heart of Orkney's UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

Day 7: Retracing our steps

1. Saint Magnus Cathedral
   30m
   Visit the iconic Roman Catholic cathedral which is the oldest cathedral in Scotland and the most northerly cathedral in the United Kingdom.
2. 1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Back on to the ferry to the mainland.
3. John O'Groats
   20m
   The most northerly point on the UK mainland.
4. Dunrobin Castle and Gardens
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   A stop at the home of the Duke of Sutherland. There will be time to visit the castle and gardens and hopefully see the daily Falconry display.

Day 8: Back to the start

1. Culloden Battlefield
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Visit the site of the last battle fought on British soil
2. Clava Cairns
   30m
   For Outlander fans this is a must see. It is here that the inspiration came for Clare's trip through the stones.
3. Pitlochry
   45m
   Time to stroll around this charming little town.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 3 years not accepted. Proof of age for children may be required at check in.
• Luggage Restrictions: Maximum weight: 15kg. Maximum size: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person plus small carry on
• If you are travelling alone, please choose the ‘Single Room’ option or we may not be able to accept your booking
• Double/twin room: these rooms are for 2 people. If 3 people choose this option, you will be allocated a family room for 3, subject to availability. If you prefer 2 rooms, you must choose ‘Single Room’ for one person