Is there a tour focusing on hiking and trekking in Scotland?

Yes, we have a Walk the North West Highlands and Skye tour. You can find a day-by-day itinerary, accommodation details, and inclusions in the tour link. We have a detailed breakdown of daily activities and what's included in the tour.

Can you please describe how lunches are handled?

The hotels will offer packed lunches for purchase. Or you can go to the supermarket especially on one occasion where the hotel doesn't offer packed lunches.

I want to know dates for 2026 for the route North West Highlands and Skye for 2 people

Dates for Walk the North West Highlands and Skye for 2026 will be 30 May, 20 June, 11 July, 08 August and 05 September

Is there an extra charge for a single room?

Yes, there is an additional fee for a single room, which is typically outlined in your booking confirmation.

What happens if I need to cancel my trip?

If you cancel, you may receive a credit for future tours or have the option to transfer your deposit to a different date.

When should I arrive for the tour start?

Please arrive at Inverness Rail Station by 1:30 p.m. on the first day of your tour.

How can I find out about discounts available for my trip?

Discounts can often be found on the tour provider's website or through special promotions. Make sure to check for any applicable offers.

What safety measures are in place for travelers during the tour?

We provide emergency contact information and ensure all travelers are briefed on safety protocols before departure.

What options are available for making changes to my booking?

You can transfer your deposit to a different trip or date. Additionally, you may cancel and receive a credit for future tours valid for 12 months.

Are there any requirements for obtaining visas for this trip?

It is your responsibility to check visa requirements based on the countries you are visiting and prepare accordingly.

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US $3,750 per person

Walk the North West Highlands and Skye

8 days

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Start and end in Inverness

5.0

6 traveler reviews

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Hotels comfortable, food very good. Another lovely trip purchased from Tour Radar!
Helene, traveled in June
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Plan your adventure:

Platinum Operator: Explore!
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 8
Ages 16+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Inverness to Ullapool
Accommodation
Guesthouse (The Sheiling B&B), Guesthouse (The Sheiling B&B (or similar))
Included Activities
- Warm-up hike on Ullapool Hill
- Welcome meeting with tour leader
Landmarks
Ullapool Hill
Loch Broom
Summer Isles
Northwest Highlands UNESCO Geopark
Day 2
Assynt
Meals
Breakfast (Full Scottish breakfast)
Accommodation
Guesthouse (The Sheiling B&B), Guesthouse (The Sheiling B&B (or similar))
Included Activities
- Full Scottish breakfast
- Guided hike in Assynt region
- Climb Cul Mor
Landmarks
Assynt
Cul Mor
Knochan Crag
Day 3
Ullapool to Gairloch
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Myrtle Bank Hotel), Hotel (Myrtle Bank Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Hike Stac Pollaidh
- Stop at Corrieshalloch Gorge (if time allows)
Landmarks
Stac Pollaidh
Corrieshalloch Gorge
Falls of Measach
Loch Gairloch
Day 4
Gairloch
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Myrtle Bank Hotel), Hotel (Myrtle Bank Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coastal headland walk with sea cliff views
Optional Activities
- Visit Gairloch Museum
- Visit Inverewe Gardens
Landmarks
Gairloch
Straits of Minch
Isle of Skye
Gairloch Museum
Inverewe Gardens
Day 5
Gairloch to Sconser
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Lodge (Sconser Lodge), Lodge (Sconser Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Hike at Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve
- Visit Eilean Donan Castle
Landmarks
Beinn Eighe
Wester Ross Biosphere Reserve
Glen Torridon
Loch Maree
Eilean Donan Castle
Isle of Skye
Day 6
Cuillin Hills
Meals
Breakfast (Full Scottish breakfast)
Accommodation
Lodge (Sconser Lodge), Lodge (Sconser Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Full Scottish breakfast
- Guided hike to Bruach na Frithe peak
Landmarks
Cuillin Hills
Black Cuillin
Red Cuillin
Glen Sligachan
Bruach na Frithe
Ben Nevis
Outer Hebrides
Day 7
Trotternish Ridge
Meals
Breakfast (Full Scottish breakfast)
Accommodation
Lodge (Sconser Lodge), Lodge (Sconser Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Full Scottish breakfast
- Guided hike to The Table at Quiraing
Optional Activities
- Stop in Portree
Landmarks
Trotternish Ridge
Quiraing
The Table
Portree
Day 8
Isle of Skye to Inverness
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Loch Ness
Inverness

Landmarks
Ullapool Hill
Loch Broom
Summer Isles
Northwest Highlands UNESCO Geopark

Landmarks
Assynt
Cul Mor
Knochan Crag

Landmarks
Stac Pollaidh
Corrieshalloch Gorge
Falls of Measach
Loch Gairloch

Landmarks
Gairloch
Straits of Minch
Isle of Skye
Gairloch Museum
Inverewe Gardens

Landmarks
Beinn Eighe
Wester Ross Biosphere Reserve
Glen Torridon
Loch Maree
Eilean Donan Castle
Isle of Skye

Landmarks
Cuillin Hills
Black Cuillin
Red Cuillin
Glen Sligachan
Bruach na Frithe
Ben Nevis
Outer Hebrides

Landmarks
Trotternish Ridge
Quiraing
The Table
Portree

Landmarks
Loch Ness
Inverness

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Transport
Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

The Sheiling B&B
Guesthouse
Days 1, 2
The Sheiling B&B (or similar)
Guesthouse
Days 1, 2
Myrtle Bank Hotel
Hotel
Days 3, 4
Myrtle Bank Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
Days 3, 4
Sconser Lodge
Lodge
Days 5, 6, 7
Sconser Lodge (or similar)
Lodge
Days 5, 6, 7

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Number of tours

581

Age Range

16 to 85 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

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Cancellation Policy

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Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 6 Reviews

Itinerary
4.7
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
4.8
Tour Operator
4.5

Laura
September 16th, 2025
5.0
Great group of people! Breathtaking scenery! We really enjoyed seeing Scotland this way. Marco was kind and...
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Traveled in September 2025
Reply from: Explore!
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the stunning Scottish landscapes and had a great experience with the group. Marco will be delighted to know he made a positive impact on your journey. It's wonderful to know the variety of locations and accommodations added to the experience. We always aim to showcase the best of Scotland and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future.
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Helene
June 3rd, 2024
5.0
We had an excellent experience, Angela the guide was super (safe driving, clear communication, kind willingness to...
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Traveled in May 2024
Reply from: Explore!
Hi Helene, Thank you so much for taking the time to review your Walk the North West Highlands and Skye holiday. We are thrilled to hear that you had such an enjoyable time whilst on holiday and that your Explore Leader was such a highlight for you. I will ensure that she receives your kind words. We hope to have the chance to welcome you on another Explore adventure in the future. Best regards, Explore!
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Randall
September 19th, 2023
5.0
Our guide, Angela, was outstanding! The description of the trip should be modified to more clearly convey the...
Our guide, Angela, was outstanding! The description of the trip should be modified to more clearly convey the difficulty of the hikes and the documentation from Explore needs to be improved to accurately reflect the details of the reservation made through TourRadar: We specifically requested single rooms (with two twin beds) and while TourRadar assured us that we would have them, all paperwork from Explore showed single rooms not available. This caused a lot of stress for us and frustration for the folks at TourRadar that kept having to try to explain why this was happening. Apart from these two things, everything was great.Show more
Traveled in September 2023
G
Gary
June 5th, 2023
5.0
Tour was great. Angela is amazing. She’s so knowledgeable and looked after the group at all times.
Traveled in May 2023
Reply from: Explore!
Thank you for your review! It is wonderful to hear you enjoyed your Walk the North West Highlands and Skye tour and that Angela provided such an amazing experience for you. We hope to see you on another Explore tour soon! Kind regards, Mina, Customer Relations
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Alison
June 23rd, 2022
5.0
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Traveled in June 2022
Andrea
September 29th, 2021
5.0
Amazing tour and Ken was a calm , knowledgeable guide who went out of his way to help guide through the trek. Would...
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Traveled in September 2021
Reply from: Explore!
Hello Andrea, thank you for taking the time to give us a review from your trip to Scotland. It’s always a pleasure to know our customers have had a great experience on tour, and we have deliver an amazing product. Ken is a great leader, his knowledge and experience goes a long way, and definitely adds to the overall enjoyment of the tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you on another trip in the not too distant future.
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Thomas
Asked on November 20th, 2025
Is there a tour focusing on hiking and trekking in Scotland?
Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2025
  Yes, we have a Walk the North West Highlands and Skye tour. You can find a day-by-day itinerary, accommodation details, and inclusions in the tour link. We have a detailed breakdown of daily activities and what's included in the tour.
H
Henry
Asked on September 29th, 2025
Can you please describe how lunches are handled?
Meals
- Explore!Operator•Written September 2025
  The hotels will offer packed lunches for purchase. Or you can go to the supermarket especially on one occasion where the hotel doesn't offer packed lunches.
O
Olga
Asked on May 30th, 2025
I want to know dates for 2026 for the route North West Highlands and Skye for 2 people
Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written May 2025
  Dates for Walk the North West Highlands and Skye for 2026 will be 30 May, 20 June, 11 July, 08 August and 05 September
A
Anita
Asked on March 2nd, 2025
Is there an extra charge for a single room?
Single supplement
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2025
  Yes, there is an additional fee for a single room, which is typically outlined in your booking confirmation.
M
Marinka
Asked on February 15th, 2025
What happens if I need to cancel my trip?
Payments
- Explore!Operator•Written February 2025
  If you cancel, you may receive a credit for future tours or have the option to transfer your deposit to a different date.
J
Jill
Asked on January 25th, 2025
When should I arrive for the tour start?
Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written January 2025
  Please arrive at Inverness Rail Station by 1:30 p.m. on the first day of your tour.
P
Peter
Asked on November 20th, 2024
How can I find out about discounts available for my trip?
Payments
Price / Availability
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2024
  Discounts can often be found on the tour provider's website or through special promotions. Make sure to check for any applicable offers.
A
Arlette
Asked on November 19th, 2024
What safety measures are in place for travelers during the tour?
Travel Support
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2024
  We provide emergency contact information and ensure all travelers are briefed on safety protocols before departure.
E
Estefania
Asked on October 16th, 2024
What options are available for making changes to my booking?
Payments
Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2024
  You can transfer your deposit to a different trip or date. Additionally, you may cancel and receive a credit for future tours valid for 12 months.
A
Audrey
Asked on August 21st, 2024
Are there any requirements for obtaining visas for this trip?
Visa
- Explore!Operator•Written August 2024
  It is your responsibility to check visa requirements based on the countries you are visiting and prepare accordingly.

From

US $3,750 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

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Walk the North West Highlands and Skye

Itinerary

Inverness to Ullapool

Included Activities

Assynt

Included Activities

Ullapool to Gairloch

Included Activities

Gairloch

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Gairloch to Sconser

Included Activities

Cuillin Hills

Included Activities

Trotternish Ridge

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Isle of Skye to Inverness

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