Island-Hopping, Oban-Mull-Skye

(7 - 12 days)

Enjoy castles, boat rides, harbor views, and a world famous distillery in Oban. Journey to Kilmarten Glen to step back in time 5000 years to view ancient monuments, cairns, and ritual stone circles. Enjoy a trip to the isle of Mull where the village of Tobermory offers beautiful landscapes and a variety of whisky-tasting. Enjoy a sea cruise to view Oban from the Castlebay waters. Or journey to Staffa and the Treshnish Isles to see colorful puffins and other seabirds. As you travel inland, enjoy the majestic sites of Glencoe. End your island adventure on the Isle of Skye, exploring the Quiraing, Kilt Rock, Lealt Falls, Fairy Glen, Fairy Pools, and much more!

*Tour Highlights:

Craigmillar Castle - 14th century, associated with Mary Queen of Scots and one of Scotland’s most amazing castles

Rosslyn Chapel - 15th century majestic architecture and stonework, featured in film, Da Vinci Code

Explore Oban - coastal town and “gateway to the isles”

Sea Tour of Oban - explore Firth of Lorn, wildlife, and Scottish history

Kilmartin Glen Day Trip - prehistoric burial cairns and ritual standing stones

Tobermory Village - known for its colorful seaside buildings and fresh seafood

Iona Abbey - key site for spread of Christianity

Treshnish Isles and Staffa Wildlife Boat Tour - day-long wildlife excursion to see Atlantic Grey Seals, thousands of seabirds, and Scotland’s famous puffins (in season)

Glencoe - poignant, emotional, awe-inspiring views with a sorrowful history

Eilean Donan Castle Viewpoint - most photographed castle in Scotland

Sligachan Bridge - dip your face in the fairy-enchanted waters for eternal youth

Fairy Glen - hike the magical hills of the fairies

Staffin Beach - Dinosaur Prints - beautiful beach, Mealosaurus prints

Kilt Rock & Lealt Falls - Spectacular kilt-like cliff with 180-foot waterfall

Old Man of Storr - Towering rock pillar - hike if you dare!

The Quiraing - Dramatic, otherworldy viewpoint

Explore Portree - shopping in a charming, colorful village

Neist Point Lighthouse - stunning cliffside views, built in 1900

Fairy Pools - crystal clear rolling rivers and waterfalls

Misty Isle Boat Trip - sail to the jewel of the Cuillins, Loch Coruisk

Glenfinnan - view of the Harry Potter train and a memorial to Bonnie Prince Charlie

Killin - Falls of Dochart rolling river, picture perfect water mill, 4000 year-old standing stones, smoked salmon tasting room, 17th century castle complete with beheading pit and hanging tree

The Hermitage - enchanting forest in a fairy-tale-like village

Dunfermline Abbey - Robert the Bruce’s final resting place

Firth of Forth Bridges - 3 bridges, spanning 3 centuries

And more!

Cities, towns, villages, and islands along this adventure’s path: Edinburgh, Oban, Isle of Mull, Staffa, Treshnish Isles, Isle of Skye, Portree, Fort William, Killin, Perth, and Dunfermline.

*Itinerary will be customized based the number of days guests prefer

NOTE: The potential sites listed above serve as suggestions and may be adapted due to weather and/or guest preferences.

Tour Pricing: £800 per day

(group price for up to 6 guests)

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