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Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness

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Start and end in Edinburgh
4.6 (125 reviews)
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  • The Scottish Highlands were simply breathtaking, and the tour was perfectly paced so we could take in every bit of the wonder.

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Edinburgh to Oban

    Edinburgh to Oban
    Start point
    60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB, United Kingdom (60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Kelpies
    • See views of the Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle
    • Stop in Callander
    • Visit Killin village and its waterfall
    • Journey through Glen Coe
    Landmarks
    The Kelpies
    Wallace Monument
    Stirling Castle
    Killin
    Glen Coe
    Oban
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  3. Day 2

    Oban to Isle of Skye

    Oban to Isle of Skye
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Train journey on the West Highland Line
    • Cross Glenfinnan Viaduct
    • Ferry crossing to the Isle of Skye

    Optional Activities

    • Trip on the World-famous Jacobite Steam Train (Reserve at time of booking; Summer itinerary, mid-April to mid-October)
    Landmarks
    Glenfinnan Viaduct
    Loch Shiel
    Mallaig
    Isle of Skye
    Portree
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  4. Day 3

    Isle of Skye to Inverness

    Isle of Skye to Inverness
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Isle of Skye
    • Visit Eilean Donan Castle
    • Visit Dundreggan Rewilding Centre

    Optional Activities

    • Armadale Castle and Gardens & Museum of the Isles (Pay locally; Summer itinerary, mid-April to mid-October)
    Landmarks
    Isle of Skye
    Eilean Donan Castle
    Great Glen
    Loch Ness
    Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
    Inverness
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  5. Day 4

    Inverness

    Inverness
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Beauly Priory
    • Visit Clava Cairns
    • Visit Culloden Battlefield

    Optional Activities

    • Loch Ness Cruise (Pay locally; Summer itinerary, mid-April to mid-October)
    Landmarks
    Loch Ness
    Beauly
    Beauly Priory
    Clava Cairns
    Culloden Battlefield
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  6. Day 5

    Inverness to Edinburgh

    Inverness to Edinburgh
    End point
    60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB, United Kingdom (60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Highland Folk Museum
    • Whisky distillery tour and tasting
    • Walk through Dunkeld village
    • Visit River Tay
    • Visit Dunkeld Cathedral
    Landmarks
    Highland Folk Museum
    Dunkeld
    River Tay
    Dunkeld Cathedral
    Edinburgh
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Traveler Moments

  • Small tree-lined canal flowing beside a stone wall and wooden footbridge on a cloudy day
  • Open grassy clearing with scattered standing stones and low ruins among tall trees; one visitor walks nearby
  • Thatched-roof prehistoric huts and stone walls of a Highland village reconstruction with distant hills
  • Wide grassy field under a dramatic sky of layered gray clouds on Culloden Battlefield
  • Stone-walled church interior with wooden pews and colorful stained-glass window; visitors stand near the altar
  • Weathered stone marker inscribed 'Clan Fraser' set in green grass at Culloden Battlefield
  • Tall narrow waterfall tumbling through dense green forest into a rocky ravine
  • Historic stone arch bridge spanning a small rocky river surrounded by lush trees
  • Night view of Inverness bridge illuminated in rainbow colors reflecting vividly on the River Ness at dusk
  • Bronze statues of two fishermen perched on large rocks against a clear blue sky
  • Rugged moorland with distant jagged peaks under dramatic clouds while two hikers sit beside a stony stream
  • Mealt Falls plunging from sheer cliffs of the Isle of Skye into the gray sea with dramatic headlands in the distance
  • The towering silver-steel Kelpies horse sculptures rise against a gray sky with visitors walking below in the park
  • View from the bow of a ferry looking out across a choppy sea toward distant Scottish coastline beneath brooding clouds
  • Small cascading waterfall flowing down a misty green hillside in the Scottish Highlands
  • Wide view over deep blue Loch Ness framed by green ferns and distant forested hills under a clear sky
  • Ruins of Urquhart Castle sitting on the wooded shoreline of Loch Ness with calm blue water in the foreground
  • Close-up of a shaggy red Highland cow rubbing its nose on a wooden rail in a muddy pasture on a gray day
  • A small ferry crosses a tranquil Scottish loch under a patchy blue-and-cloud sky.
  • Eilean Donan Castle rises from a small tidal island amid misty Highlands scenery.
  • A misty view of the Glenfinnan Viaduct curving through lush Scottish hillsides.
  • Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness customer review video
  • Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness customer review video
  • Spacious hotel room with ornate ceiling medallion, twin beds and soft neutral decor
  • Lush green mountain slopes under dramatic cloudy skies in the Scottish Highlands
  • Stylish twin guest room with floral bedding, elegant lamp and decorative mirror set against textured walls
  • Close-up of a friendly highland cow looking over a wire fence with rolling hills behind
  • Two massive stainless-steel horse head sculptures known as The Kelpies stand against a moody grey sky
  • Cozy twin hotel room with bold red headboard and decorative highland cow cushions on crisp white bedding
  • Old stone arch bridge spanning a shallow rocky stream in sunny woodland.
  • Wildflowers and tall grass in the foreground with a misty green mountain peak rising behind.
  • Smiling tour group posing in front of a blue Highland Explorer Tours coach on a city street.
  • Plate of golden battered fish with chips, peas and tartar sauce.
  • Colorful waterfront buildings of a coastal Scottish village framed by wildflowers and trees.
  • Close-up of a shaggy-haired Highland cow resting on green grass in sunlight.
  • Small waterfall cascading down a green hillside viewed through a rain-spattered window.
  • Dramatic sea cliffs plunging into calm grey water with overcast skies above.
  • View from a train window of the long stone Glenfinnan Viaduct curving through a lush green valley.
  • White stone cottage set amid rolling green moorland under a cloudy sky.
  • Visitor hand-feeding a friendly Highland cow over a metal gate at a sun-lit farm pen.
  • Dramatic sea cliffs plunging into a grey-blue ocean beneath a moody overcast sky.
  • Crystal-clear lake perfectly reflecting snow-capped mountains and evergreen forest under a bright blue sky.
  • Two gigantic steel horse-head sculptures known as The Kelpies stand on a green parkland under cloudy skies.
  • Coastal village with pastel-colored houses lining the harbour and hills rising behind on a cloudy day.
  • Tall seaside waterfall cascading down dark cliffs into the blue ocean with basalt columns in the distance.
  • Historic stone distillery with ivy-covered walls, red doors and sign reading 'Blair Athol Distillery' on a sunny day.
  • Large green plesiosaur sculpture representing the Loch Ness monster beside a lake and country road.
  • Shaggy Highland cow standing in a muddy pasture under a grey sky with sparse woodland behind.
  • Misty woodland river rushing over rocks toward an old stone arch bridge in the background.
  • Two older travellers in winter jackets pose in front of a historic stone castle on a small loch island with rolling Scottish hills behind them under a cloudy sky.

Traveler Reviews

4.6
Overall rating based on 125 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.7
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.1
  • Tour Operator
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  • Jeffrey
    Jeffrey4.3•September 2026
    Our five day Highlands Tour was amazing. I highly recommend Highland Explorer Tours, our tour guide Liz helped us to...
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    • Bronze statues of two fishermen perched on large rocks against a clear blue sky
    • Eilean Donan Castle rises from a small tidal island amid misty Highlands scenery.
    • Small cascading waterfall flowing down a misty green hillside in the Scottish Highlands
    • Small tree-lined canal flowing beside a stone wall and wooden footbridge on a cloudy day
    • Ruins of Urquhart Castle sitting on the wooded shoreline of Loch Ness with calm blue water in the foreground
    • Historic stone arch bridge spanning a small rocky river surrounded by lush trees
    • Wide grassy field under a dramatic sky of layered gray clouds on Culloden Battlefield
    • Tall narrow waterfall tumbling through dense green forest into a rocky ravine
    • Night view of Inverness bridge illuminated in rainbow colors reflecting vividly on the River Ness at dusk
    • Open grassy clearing with scattered standing stones and low ruins among tall trees; one visitor walks nearby
    • Wide view over deep blue Loch Ness framed by green ferns and distant forested hills under a clear sky
    • A misty view of the Glenfinnan Viaduct curving through lush Scottish hillsides.
    • Rugged moorland with distant jagged peaks under dramatic clouds while two hikers sit beside a stony stream
    • Close-up of a shaggy red Highland cow rubbing its nose on a wooden rail in a muddy pasture on a gray day
    • View from the bow of a ferry looking out across a choppy sea toward distant Scottish coastline beneath brooding clouds
    • Mealt Falls plunging from sheer cliffs of the Isle of Skye into the gray sea with dramatic headlands in the distance
    • Stone-walled church interior with wooden pews and colorful stained-glass window; visitors stand near the altar
    • Thatched-roof prehistoric huts and stone walls of a Highland village reconstruction with distant hills
    • The towering silver-steel Kelpies horse sculptures rise against a gray sky with visitors walking below in the park
    • A small ferry crosses a tranquil Scottish loch under a patchy blue-and-cloud sky.
    • Weathered stone marker inscribed 'Clan Fraser' set in green grass at Culloden Battlefield
    Traveled in September 2026
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Dear Jeffrey, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review of your recent Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness 5 day tour experience with Liz. We are delighted to read that you had found your driver guide Liz friendly and you had nice weather to see the amazing scenery. We will be sure to pass on your kind words. Kind Regards Keith, Reservations, Highland Explorer Tours
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  • Christina
    Christina3.8•August 2026
    Overall, I had a great time. What’s there not to love in Scotland! The people on our tour were incredible (met other...
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    • Spacious hotel room with ornate ceiling medallion, twin beds and soft neutral decor
    • Cozy twin hotel room with bold red headboard and decorative highland cow cushions on crisp white bedding
    • Two massive stainless-steel horse head sculptures known as The Kelpies stand against a moody grey sky
    • Stylish twin guest room with floral bedding, elegant lamp and decorative mirror set against textured walls
    • Lush green mountain slopes under dramatic cloudy skies in the Scottish Highlands
    • Close-up of a friendly highland cow looking over a wire fence with rolling hills behind
    Traveled in August 2026
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Dear Christina, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review of your recent Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness 5 day tour experience. We are delighted to read that you had found your driver guide Ali P friendly. We will be sure to pass on your kind words. I am sorry to hear your comments about the steam train. I can see that this tour did not have the option of the steam train as we replaced this with the Scotrail train which all passengers boarded on the tour. With regards to your comments about the ferry, it is unfortunate that we did not get to take the ferry on this tour as this was cancelled by the ferry operator and was outwith our control. As such we travelled on the coach to Skye instead via coach. Whilst we appreciate your comments, all of our tours have 1 driver/guide and are trained as such to drive safely and to explain the history, culture of Scotland at the same time. Thank you again for your feedback which we will share with our operations team. Kind Regards Keith, Reservations, Highland Explorer Tours
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  • Shannon
    Shannon5.0•July 2026
    Our trip was amazing! We had a great tour guide Ali P! We got a taste of all of the areas. A nice mixture of...
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    • Dramatic sea cliffs plunging into calm grey water with overcast skies above.
    • Old stone arch bridge spanning a shallow rocky stream in sunny woodland.
    • Colorful waterfront buildings of a coastal Scottish village framed by wildflowers and trees.
    • Smiling tour group posing in front of a blue Highland Explorer Tours coach on a city street.
    • Wildflowers and tall grass in the foreground with a misty green mountain peak rising behind.
    • View from a train window of the long stone Glenfinnan Viaduct curving through a lush green valley.
    • Close-up of a shaggy-haired Highland cow resting on green grass in sunlight.
    • Small waterfall cascading down a green hillside viewed through a rain-spattered window.
    • White stone cottage set amid rolling green moorland under a cloudy sky.
    • Plate of golden battered fish with chips, peas and tartar sauce.
    Traveled in July 2026
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Hello Shannon, we are so glad you enjoyed your time on tour with guide Ali P. We are biased but we think it's a beautiful country too, so happy you enjoyed exploring Scotland. Kind regards, Keith, Highland Explorer Tours
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  • Dijana
    Dijana3.0•June 2026
    The accommodation was good and took into account my mobility issues but was so far away from restaurants at night...
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    Traveled in June 2026
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we appreciate your feedback on the 5 day tour and we are glad that the accomodation was suitable for your mobility. Our accomodations are usually within 1 mile of the centre with local taxi available if required. Our daily itineraries are designed to strike a balance between travel time and scenic, historical and cultural stops. We aim to arrive in the early evening to accomodations and your feedback on arrival times is something we will take in to account for our planning so we can be mindful of free time in the evening. Our driver guides will often squeeze an extra stop in here and there too so that can also have an impact on arrival time. Our driver guides are very passionate about all things Scotland and try to cover a lot of varied topics throughout the tour, we will reiterate to our team though that it is important to strike a balance of sharing information and allowing Scotlands beauty to do the talking too. Kind regards, Louise
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  • Caroline3.0•June 2026
    This tour allowed us to discover a liitle bit of Scotland, and it's scenery. However the organisation of the days are...
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    Traveled in May 2026
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Hello, we appreciate you taking the time to write a review and we very much appreciate feedback. Our 5 day tour aims to take in some of the best of the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye and strives to strike a balance between travel time and experience as well. Allowing time for travellers to explore the natural and historical sights. Culloden Battlefield forms a significant part of Highland history and when visiting the museum, artefacts room and the battlefield we have found that 90 minutes is an appropriate length of stop. We are glad that you enjoyed the beauty of Scotland and that Liz was good company throughout the tour sharing her knowledge and ensuring you had a lovely time. Kind regards, Louise
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  • David
    David5.0•May 2026
    Awesome tour Connor our guide was knowledgeable and delightfully humourous. Pacing on the tour was spot on....
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    Traveled in May 2026
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Hi David, Thanks so much for the amazing review of your recent tour with Connor! I am so glad to hear that you had an amazing trip and he kept you well entertained. We hope to welcome you back on tour with us again soon. Best wishes, Ayla
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  • Majeedah4.0•March 2026
    One of the things I really liked about this tour is that it felt relaxed and not rushed. For the most part we didn’t...
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    • Coastal village with pastel-colored houses lining the harbour and hills rising behind on a cloudy day.
    • Large green plesiosaur sculpture representing the Loch Ness monster beside a lake and country road.
    • Dramatic sea cliffs plunging into a grey-blue ocean beneath a moody overcast sky.
    • Tall seaside waterfall cascading down dark cliffs into the blue ocean with basalt columns in the distance.
    • Shaggy Highland cow standing in a muddy pasture under a grey sky with sparse woodland behind.
    • Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness customer review video
    • Misty woodland river rushing over rocks toward an old stone arch bridge in the background.
    • Historic stone distillery with ivy-covered walls, red doors and sign reading 'Blair Athol Distillery' on a sunny day.
    • Two gigantic steel horse-head sculptures known as The Kelpies stand on a green parkland under cloudy skies.
    • Crystal-clear lake perfectly reflecting snow-capped mountains and evergreen forest under a bright blue sky.
    • Visitor hand-feeding a friendly Highland cow over a metal gate at a sun-lit farm pen.
    Traveled in March 2026
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Hi Majeedah, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 4 star review of your recent tour experience. We are delighted to read that you had such an enjoyable time on tour with Torva and it was relaxing. We will be sure to pass on your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back on tour with us again soon. Kind Regards Keith, Reservations, Highland Explorer Tours
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  • Vhee
    Vhee5.0•March 2026
    The best especially our guide Laurie.
    • Two older travellers in winter jackets pose in front of a historic stone castle on a small loch island with rolling Scottish hills behind them under a cloudy sky.
    • Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness customer review video
    Traveled in March 2026
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Hi Dolores, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review of your recent tour experience. We are delighted to read that you had such an enjoyable time on tour with Laurie. We will be sure to pass on your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back on tour with us again soon. Kind Regards Keith, Reservations, Highland Explorer Tours
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  • Mike5.0•October 2025
    Our driver and guide Tim was outstanding. He taught a lot of history, told fables ,pointed out good pubs and...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Hi Mike, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review of your recent tour experience. We are delighted to read that you had such an enjoyable time on tour with Tim. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the history and scenery. We will be sure to pass on your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back on tour with us again soon. Kind Regards Keith, Reservations, Highland Explorer Tours
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  • Martina3.0•October 2025
    It was a great experience, we had a good guide.
    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Highland Explorer Tours
    Hi Martina, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 3 star review of your recent tour experience. We are delighted to read that you had such an enjoyable time on tour with us. We will be sure to pass on your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back on tour with us again soon. Kind Regards Keith, Reservations, Highland Explorer Tours
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    Jason

    Asked on August 4th, 2026

    I want to book a private room for myself on the tour but the website will not allow me to do this.

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    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written August 2026

      This date is not available I am afraid. Are you flexible on your dates?

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    Holly

    Asked on July 11th, 2026

    The trip brochure says that trip insurance is necessary but not included in the trip purchase. Do we purchase it separately from you or do we need to source it someplace else?

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      Holly

      Traveler•Written July 2026

      Can you tell me which tour stops are actual 'get off the bus' stops and which are effectively slow drive-bys? Viewing the Kelpies up close and personal is something we'd like to do.

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      Holly

      Traveler•Written July 2026

      Do you provide transport to and from the airport at each end of the tour?

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written July 2026

      Insurance would be something you would sort independently.

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written July 2026

      You do stop at the Kelpies, Callander, Falls of Dochart, Tyndrum and Glen Coe on day one. Fort William, Mallaig on day two. Kilt Rock, Old Man of Storr, Portree and Dundreggan on day three. Clansman Harbour with the option of a cruise across Loch Ness, Beauly, Culloden and Clava Cairns on day four. Highland Folk Museum, Blair Athol Distillery and Dunkeld on day five. We do however reserve the right to modify this as per our terms and conditions.

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written July 2026

      We do not offer transport to the airport at the end of the tour but the drop off point is nearby multiple methods of getting to the airport. We generally advise not to have any onward travel for up to 3 hours in the event of any unexpected delays.

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      Holly

      Traveler•Written July 2026

      How does one get from the airport to your tour?

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written July 2026

      The easiest way would be to get the tram or 100 bus. Both are a short distance to the departure location. However, we would caution against arriving the day of your tour.

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    Andrew

    Asked on July 7th, 2026

    I am trying to book a solo trip to Scotland booking: Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness. It does not give me the option to book a private room for one

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    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written July 2026

      This will likely be because there is no availability for your desired date. Which date are you looking to go and are you flexible?

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      Andrew

      Traveler•Written July 2026

      It says 3 B&B but shows 4 overnight stays. How many hotel accommodations?

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written July 2026

      There are 3 different accommodations as in Inverness we would be spending a total of 3 nights.

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    Marlene

    Asked on June 20th, 2026

    When best time of year visit scotland?

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    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written June 2026

      Our tour operates between April-October as a larger group tour with up to 34 passengers on one of our Midi coaches, and also October-March as a winter version as a small group tour with up to 16 passengers.

      In terms of visiting Scotland, each season offers visitors a different experience. During the peak summer months, visitor numbers can be higher which often results in high demand for accommodation and higher overall costs. Budget conscious travellers may therefore opt for the quieter shoulder months.

      During the winter, the locations visited can be less busy which offers a more authentic experience. Our driver guides also benefit from fewer crowds, which can mean some extra bonus stops. Do note however that the winter months can be more unpredictable weather-wise, with more extreme weather conditions. This can make scenery very dramatic, but also can effect access/visibility. Rest assured, we are experienced in operating tours in these conditions. Some attractions may be closed during the winter months, so travel during peak season allows you to maximise your sightseeing experience.

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      Marlene

      Traveler•Written June 2026

      Do u do the airline ticket from were i live in states to Scotland and is that extra money , or do I have book my own airline ticket to scotland. and is toll free number were I can call talk to someone about the trip?

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written June 2026

      You would need to sort your own flights and accommodation outside of the trip.

      We can give you a call to negate any potential fees for calling us. If you could let us know what time works for you. We are open 9AM-8PM BST.

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    Tara

    Asked on June 9th, 2026

    Can I ask how much the single supplement fee is? Also I would just like to confirm that B&B means Bed and Breakfast Accommodations?

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    Jack

    Asked on May 28th, 2026

    do you have option for 1 person in 1 room only? i am a solo traveller thanks

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    Single supplement
    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written May 2026

      We have single rooms available for this tour for various dates. Please advise which date this would be for and place on an enquiry with date on Tour Radar portal?

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    Clare

    Asked on May 7th, 2026

    What if my flight to Edinburgh is canceled because of the kerosine shortage, a situation that is not covered by any annulation insurance: how much of the of the amount I've paid in advance will I lose?

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    Travel Support
    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written May 2026

      If you were to cancel your multi-day tour more than 45 days prior to departure, Tour Radar will keep your deposit but can refund the rest.
      If you were to cancel 45-22 days before departure, we will keep 25% of the total cost, therefore you would be refunded 75% of the total amount.
      If you were to cancel with 21 days or less before your tour, there would be no refund.

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    Andrea

    Asked on May 6th, 2026

    I understand that meals are not included in the price, and that is OK with me. But I see that breakfast is also not included, does that mean that we have to pay breakfast every morning in the B&B? And how are the other meals arranged, does the entire group take the same menu?

    Meals
    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written May 2026

      If you are booking with B&B accommodation breakfast will be included as a part of your stay.

      There will be a designated lunch stop which will be your best opportunity to grab something to eat but this will not necessarily all be at one place. Dinner you will have free reign to go wherever after the day of tour from their accommodation.

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    Nathan

    Asked on April 18th, 2026

    Is the option for all 3 of us to be in the mixed gender hostel or can 2 get a private room and the 3rd person (my daughter) be in the hostel? Is this inconvenience only for a few nights or all nights?

    Accommodation
    Group size
    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written April 2026

      There is a twin room available for this tour so you would be able to book 2x passengers into the private twin room at a B&B and the last passenger into the dorm. Whatever option you went with this would be for all 4 nights.

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      Nathan

      Traveler•Written April 2026

      Will the B&B and the dorm be close by at each location - In case we decide to switch which of us 3 will take the dorm for the night?

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written April 2026

      The accommodations you will most likely be staying in Oban and Portree will be around a 10 minute walk from each other but in Inverness they are not particularly close.

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      Nathan

      Traveler•Written April 2026

      If we take the Jun 4th tour and take the family 3 room, on the last day what time do we typically return? Will we have time to catch a train from Edinburgh to London the same night? I am not familiar with the train frequency/availability

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written April 2026

      You should return to Edinburgh at 5.30PM on the last day. There are trains around every 30-60 minutes or so to London. We typically advise not having any onward travel for up to 3 hours after the scheduled return time in the event of any unexpected delays. However, depending when you book there will be plenty of train options.

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    Wendy

    Asked on April 1st, 2026

    I am wanting to get to Aberdeen for a couple of days as well. do you have a jump off point where I can join another tour to Aberdeen without having to head to Edinburgh again.

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      Wendy

      Traveler•Written April 2026

      Could you please confirm if it's possible to book with a single supplement for one traveler?

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written April 2026

      Having reviewed currently availability/ rooming, we are almost at full capacity on this departure in May and do not have any available single rooms.

    • Highland Explorer ToursOperator•Written April 2026

      Unfortunately, we have no tours that go to Aberdeen.

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