Over the Sea to Skye
(4 - 7 days)
Begin your Scottish adventure exploring Firth of Forth Bridges, medieval castles, waterfalls, and “the water of life” … Scottish whisky! Then travel over the sea to Skye where you can hike the green, rolling hills of Fairy Glen, stroll on Staffin Beach noticing the Megalosaurus foot prints, and stand near the towering waterfall of Kilt Rock. Enjoy the beautiful gardens of Dunvegan Castle and sail to the jewel in the heart of the Cuillins, Loch Coruisk. Enjoy the awe-inspiring views of Glencoe, where both beauty and tragedy tell a poignant story. Travel through the quaint village of Killin to enjoy rolling river rapids and Black Duncan Campbell’s castle, famous for having a macabre beheading pit! End your journey by feeding a highland coo and discovering famous castles associated with William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Mary Queen of Scots.
*Tour Highlights:
Firth of Forth Bridges - 3 famous bridges, spanning 3 centuries
The Hermitage - Enchanting forest, magical waterfalls
Dalwhinnie Distillery - Famous for Highland single malt whisky
Loch Ness - can you spot the sea monster, Nessie?
Eilean Donan Castle Viewpoint - most photographed castle in Scotland
Sligachan Bridge - Enchanted waters promising eternal youth
Talisker Distillery - Oldest distillery on Isle of Skye
Fairy Glen Hike - Hike the magical hills of the fairies
Staffin Beach - Dinosaur Prints - beautiful beach with Megalosaurus prints
Kilt Rock - Spectacular kilt-like cliff and waterfall
Lealt Falls - Gorgeous waterfalls, deep gorges
Old Man of Storr - Towering rock pillar - hike if you dare!
The Quiraing - Dramatic, otherworldly landslip viewpoint
Explore Portree - shopping in a colorful, charming fishing village
Fairy Pools Hike (new location) - Crystal clear rolling rivers and waterfalls
Misty Isle Boat Trip - sail to the jewel of the Cuillin Mountains, Loch Coruisk
Glenfinnan - Harry Potter train and famous Jacobite Memorial of Bonnie Prince Charlie
Glencoe - Emotional, awe-inspiring views and poignant, sorrowful history
Standing Stones - Neolithic, ritual stone circles 4000 years old in a farmer’s field
Finlarig Castle - Black Duncan Campbell’s castle with beheading pit and hanging tree
Killmahog Highland Cows - Feed a Highland Coo named Hamish
Doune Castle - Outlander’s Castle Leoch, links to Mary Queen of Scot, King James VI, and Prince Charlie
Stirling Castle - originating in 12th century; symbol of Scottish independence and national pride; associated with William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots, and Bonnie Prince Charlie
Kelpies - 100-foot steel mythical water horse sculptures
Midhope Castle - Outlander’s Lallybroch, family home to Jamie Fraser
Rosslyn Chapel - 15th century majestic architecture and stonework, featured in film Da Vinci Code
Craigmillar Castle - 14th century, associated with Mary Queen of Scots, one of Scotland’s best castles
And more!
Cities, towns, villages, and islands along this adventure’s path: Edinburgh, Aberdour, Perth, Fort William, Isle of Skye, Portree, Killin, Callander, and Stirling.
*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)
