Really prefer to travel in 2027 and would like to include the Wardlaw Castle (Pitreavie Castle)

The castle you mentioned is privately owned and is not open for public tours such as ours.

Is accommodation included in the package? If it's not, how can we take the accommodation for 2 nights? We are couple. We need one budget friendly double room

Accommodation is not included in the tour, it is set at £34 per person, per night. So for the 3-Day tour, the total accommodation for two of you would be £136. You pay this at Castle Rock Hostel the morning before your tour departs, either cash or card is accepted.

What does "shared room" mean?

The accommodation we use on our tours is all hostels, which means that it is a dorm bed you would be staying in. The number of people per room can vary between 4 to 8 on the 3-day tour.

How much is it with accommodation included?

When you book the tour through TourRadar, we reserve the accommodation for you as well. This is £34 per night and will need to be paid at Castle Rock Hostel prior to departure.

We have a group of 5 that will be in Edinburgh late October. We were interested in a 3 day tour to see the Highlands and Isle of Sky. We want to see the Coos for sure if there is a place to stop and meet them and the Kelpies as well. Would you be able to accommodate us and let me know if you have a tour for this. We also want to see the Harry Potter train coming over the bridge and of course do some whiskey tasting.

Technically, experiencing all the things you mentioned is possible on our tours but our itineraries are not set in stone and we can't guarantee it for multiple reasons. It is something you would have to suggest to the guide, and it is at their discretion if they can make it happen or not. It all depends on timings, road/ traffic conditions and weather. Also, is everyone in your party between the ages of 18 and 40?

we don't fit your age range although we're both walkers/hikers. is that a problem?

Hi Linda, How old are you if you don't mind me asking?

Whats the difference between your 3 day loch ness and sky versus 3 day isle of sky tour? Its my first time in scotland so which one do you recommend? My group of 4 inclues 2 people in early 30s and 2 people in late 50s.

Unfortunately, as your are outside of our age range (18-39) we will not be able to accept your group. I can recommend looking into Rabbies, Hairy Coo and Haggis Adventures who would be able to happily take your group.

I would like to ask regards 3 days Skye and Loch Ness tour at May 14-16. We are two women 48. Could we join or it is impossible?

We have an age limit not because of physical fitness but because our tours are all about socialising with like-minded young backpackers - on the bus, while hiking, in the hostel and in the pub. Our guests are mostly in their early twenties and book with us specifically because they want to hang out and socialise with other people their age.

Does this 3 day tour also take you by the fairy pools?

Our tours itineraries are very flexible and it's generally up to the group which things we tick off on Skye, but in the last year we've tended to avoid the Fairy Pools due to the poor state of the road and terrible waiting times for the parking. As such we generally don't get to do the Fairy Pools as they have the chance of taking 2-4 hours to get out of the glen. We do stop at Sligachan Bridge where you can dip your face in the waters of the Cuillin, but we can't guarantee we'll do the Fairy Pools due to the aforementioned issues with the area.

May I ask if this tour have available quota on 4th April, 2 travelers?

Unfortunately our Loch Ness and Skye Magic tour only begins running on the 16th of April.

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Day 1
Edinburgh to Isle of Skye
Start point
Castle Rock Hostel, 15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 2PR, United Kingdom (Check-in at Castle Rock Hostel reception from 8.30 for a 9am departure, 09:00)
Included Activities
- Guided tour through the Scottish Highlands learning about clans and history
- The Hermitage Walk
- Visit Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Travel the Road to the Isles
- Ferry crossing to Isle of Skye
Landmarks
The Hermitage Walk
Pitlochry
Loch Laggan
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Road to the Isles
Kyleakin
Day 2
Isle of Skye to Loch Ness
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Isle of Skye with stories of faeries and Celtic myths
- Hike on Trotternish Peninsula with views of unspoilt wilderness
- Visit Loch Ness
Landmarks
Sligachan
The Cuillin Mountains
Portree
Old Man of Storr
Kilt Rock
Quiraing
Loch Ness
Day 3
Loch Ness to Edinburgh
End point
15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2PW, United Kingdom (MacBackpackers, 16:30 - 18:00)
Included Activities
- Guided journey through Scottish Highlands with views of Ben Nevis
- Stop in Glen Coe with historical overview of clan massacres
- Travel through Rannoch Moor
- Visit Rob Roy country
- Visit Doune Castle
Landmarks
Fort Augustus
Fort William
Glen Coe
Rannoch Moor
Rob Roy Country
Doune Castle
Ben Nevis

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Pitlochry
Loch Laggan
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Road to the Isles
Kyleakin

Landmarks
Sligachan
The Cuillin Mountains
Portree
Old Man of Storr
Kilt Rock
Quiraing
Loch Ness

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Fort William
Glen Coe
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Rob Roy Country
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Emma
June 16th, 2026
Super fun tour!!! Saw so much amazing stuff! Good mix of walks, photo stops and educational things. Realllly enjoyed...
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Maximilian
June 10th, 2026
Shrek was very knowledgeable about historical lineages and a proud Scotsman at heart with an Irn Bru in hand.
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April 11th, 2026
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We really enjoyed the landscapes and stories of the Highlands with Stewart. A guide of 10!
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Patrick
November 3rd, 2025
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Amazing experience, very nice locations and the accommodation is more than adequate for the experience.
Traveled in October 2025
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Karin
October 18th, 2025
Led by Stewart
Fantastic trip – we had three really lovely days in the Highlands. Stewart is kind and nice (yes, both!) and has an...
Fantastic trip – we had three really lovely days in the Highlands. Stewart is kind and nice (yes, both!) and has an amazing gift for storytelling, especially when it comes to history. He gave us loads of great info about the places we visited and their background. I also got some brilliant tips for future hikes and walks, which I really appreciate. All in all, a witty and easy-going guy with great humour, thanks a lot for the trip!Show more
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Christine
August 31st, 2025
Led by Mark
Nice Trip. It was verry funny and we had a nice Guide.
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Lily
August 24th, 2025
Led by Neil
Such an awesome trip, I felt very at home on the cosy and clean bus. Neil, our driver, is an amazing story teller,...
Such an awesome trip, I felt very at home on the cosy and clean bus. Neil, our driver, is an amazing story teller, musical connoisseur and out right genuine guy who gave us an authentic experience of the highlands. Thanks Neil!!!Show more
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Oliver
August 17th, 2025
Thank you Marc for the great experience!
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Krystel
August 10th, 2025
This tour was such a wonderful way to explore the highlands on my first trip to Scotland!!! Our tour guide Stewart...
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Steven
August 9th, 2025
Led by Stewart
Amazing tour with the incredible tour guide Stewart!
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Jen
Asked on April 15th, 2026
Really prefer to travel in 2027 and would like to include the Wardlaw Castle (Pitreavie Castle)
Tour Details
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written April 2026
  The castle you mentioned is privately owned and is not open for public tours such as ours.
C
Cynthia
Asked on August 16th, 2025
Is accommodation included in the package? If it's not, how can we take the accommodation for 2 nights? We are couple. We need one budget friendly double room
Accommodation
Tour Details
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written August 2025
  Accommodation is not included in the tour, it is set at £34 per person, per night. So for the 3-Day tour, the total accommodation for two of you would be £136. You pay this at Castle Rock Hostel the morning before your tour departs, either cash or card is accepted.
L
Leah
Asked on August 7th, 2025
What does "shared room" mean?
Accommodation
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written August 2025
  The accommodation we use on our tours is all hostels, which means that it is a dorm bed you would be staying in. The number of people per room can vary between 4 to 8 on the 3-day tour.
C
Christopher
Asked on July 23rd, 2025
How much is it with accommodation included?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written July 2025
  When you book the tour through TourRadar, we reserve the accommodation for you as well. This is £34 per night and will need to be paid at Castle Rock Hostel prior to departure.
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Bianca
Asked on June 18th, 2025
We have a group of 5 that will be in Edinburgh late October. We were interested in a 3 day tour to see the Highlands and Isle of Sky. We want to see the Coos for sure if there is a place to stop and meet them and the Kelpies as well. Would you be able to accommodate us and let me know if you have a tour for this. We also want to see the Harry Potter train coming over the bridge and of course do some whiskey tasting.
Group size
Tour Details
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written June 2025
  Technically, experiencing all the things you mentioned is possible on our tours but our itineraries are not set in stone and we can't guarantee it for multiple reasons. It is something you would have to suggest to the guide, and it is at their discretion if they can make it happen or not. It all depends on timings, road/ traffic conditions and weather. Also, is everyone in your party between the ages of 18 and 40?
- B
  Bianca
  Traveler•Written June 2025
  Would you be able to make a plan for us and then of course we alter it if needed due to weather, etc once we arrive. We are a group of 5 50+ all physically fit and active so no concerns about that.
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written June 2025
  Unfortunately you wouldn't be able to join our tours since we have an age restriction in place. I recommend you have a look at other companies which offer similar on TourRadar.
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Esther
Asked on June 18th, 2025
we don't fit your age range although we're both walkers/hikers. is that a problem?
Age Range
Tour Details
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written June 2025
  Hi Linda, How old are you if you don't mind me asking?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written June 2025
  you need to be within our required age range to join our tours...sorry
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  Esther
  Traveler•Written June 2025
  know of a similar option for older folks?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written June 2025
  There are a few other tour companies in Edinburgh. The Hairy Coo for example!
J
Judith
Asked on May 5th, 2025
Whats the difference between your 3 day loch ness and sky versus 3 day isle of sky tour? Its my first time in scotland so which one do you recommend? My group of 4 inclues 2 people in early 30s and 2 people in late 50s.
Age Range
Group size
Tour Details
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written May 2025
  Unfortunately, as your are outside of our age range (18-39) we will not be able to accept your group. I can recommend looking into Rabbies, Hairy Coo and Haggis Adventures who would be able to happily take your group.
C
Claudia
Asked on April 11th, 2025
I would like to ask regards 3 days Skye and Loch Ness tour at May 14-16. We are two women 48. Could we join or it is impossible?
Age Range
Tour Details
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written April 2025
  We have an age limit not because of physical fitness but because our tours are all about socialising with like-minded young backpackers - on the bus, while hiking, in the hostel and in the pub. Our guests are mostly in their early twenties and book with us specifically because they want to hang out and socialise with other people their age.
L
Laurie
Asked on March 31st, 2025
Does this 3 day tour also take you by the fairy pools?
Tour Details
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written March 2025
  Our tours itineraries are very flexible and it's generally up to the group which things we tick off on Skye, but in the last year we've tended to avoid the Fairy Pools due to the poor state of the road and terrible waiting times for the parking. As such we generally don't get to do the Fairy Pools as they have the chance of taking 2-4 hours to get out of the glen. We do stop at Sligachan Bridge where you can dip your face in the waters of the Cuillin, but we can't guarantee we'll do the Fairy Pools due to the aforementioned issues with the area.
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Bill
Asked on March 22nd, 2025
May I ask if this tour have available quota on 4th April, 2 travelers?
Price / Availability
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written March 2025
  Unfortunately our Loch Ness and Skye Magic tour only begins running on the 16th of April.

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