Does this tour visit the fairy pools?

This tour is not scheduled to stop at the Fairy Pools. However, Day 3 explores many spectacular sites on the Isle of Skye. This may include locations such as the Cuillin Mountains, the Black Houses, Kilt Rock Waterfall, the Old Man of Storr, and the breathtaking Trotternish Peninsula, as well as a visit to the island's charming capital, the coastal town of Portree.

Can you please confirm what time I need to be at the starting point?

The start time is 8:30am- so please arrive by 8:15am for check in. The meet up point is: 1 Parliament Square, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE

I'd like to know which hotels are proposed for this trip.

Our reservations team book 3* or above B&B or guesthouse accommodation with breakfast included. For our 4-day Skye and the Jacobite Train tour, we book accommodation in Fort Augustus and on the Isle of Skye, we book accommodation in the towns of Uig, Kykeakin and Broadford. Accommodation is booked depending on availability. See below some examples of accommodation that we book in each location. Fort Augustus: Sonas B&B, Loch Ness Guest House, Abbey Cottage. Kyleakin & Broadford: Tigh Blath B&B, Kings Arms Hotel, Limestone Cottage. Uig: Uig Hotel, Waterside House B&B.

Looking into this tour and just want to ask about the significant price difference listed direct on your site for this tour versus on Tour Radar. Could you please let me know if the one listed direct on your site include the overnight accommodations? Or where else that price difference may be impacted?

No, the prices listed at the first point of booking on our website do not include accommodation costs. These are selected later in the booking process and added to the tour-only fee. Tourradar, on the other hand, offers package prices only.

Can I please book this tour for myself (1 adult).

We do not offer room sharing between passengers.

Can you do 2 x persons 5 days ex Edinbough to Skye and back with start 15th Aug?

Our 5-day Scottish Choice tour will depart on the 14th of August. This 5-day tour spends 2 nights on the Isle of Skye on night 2 and night 3, and shows you many of island's most amazing sites! I understand this is not your desired travel date, however, this is the only 5-day tour we have that visits the Isle of Skye departing close to your chosen travel date. The tour spends night 1 Oban and night 4 in Inverness.

I am planning to travel alone. Whenever I choose a room, the apl mentions that I need another traveller with me. Isn't there a way to travel alone?

Of course! we regularly welcome single travellers and if you selected a single room, this would be allocated for 1 passenger.

We were just wondering if there were any luggage restrictions on this trip. The two of us are planning to travel with a total of two standard size backpacks, one carryon size suitcase, and one checked bag sized suitcase.

Regarding baggage, due to the size of our vehicles, on our multi-day tours, we guarantee to carry one piece of luggage per passenger of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm, with a maximum of 15 kg. This is equivalent to hand luggage allowed in an aircraft cabin, or one larger suitcase – up to a maximum of 20kg between two travellers. Due to the limited space available on our mini coaches, we are unable to guarantee that we would be able to carry larger suitcases than this. In addition to this one piece of stored luggage, you can also each bring one piece of carry-on luggage with you, which would usually be a small backpack to carry your essentials for the day.

Where is the tour departing from?

The tour departs from 1 Parliament Square, Royal Mile, Edinburgh. Make sure to check in at our desk beforehand.

How many guests can share a room?

Typically, two guests can share a double room, while family rooms are available for more occupants, depending on availability.

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4-day Isle of Skye and The Jacobite Steam Train

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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 5 - 16
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
Start point
1 Parliament Square, Edinburgh, EH1 1RF, United Kingdom (Caffe Nero, Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE, 08:00 - 08:15)
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish Breakfast, or combination at accommodation)
Included Activities
- Stop to view Forth Railway Bridge
- Travel through Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park
- Pass through Glen Coe
Landmarks
Forth Railway Bridge
Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park
Glen Coe
Loch Ness
Day 2
Fort Augustus to Skye
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish Breakfast, or combination at accommodation)
Included Activities
- Travel to Isle of Skye via bridge crossing
Optional Activities
- Loch Ness cruise from Fort Augustus
- Eilean Donan Castle admission
Landmarks
Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Duich
Kintail Mountains
Day 3
Isle of Skye
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish Breakfast, or combination at accommodation)
Included Activities
- Explore Trotternish Peninsula
- View Kilt Rock
- View The Old Man of Storr
- View Cuillin Mountains
Landmarks
Trotternish Peninsula
Kilt Rock
The Old Man of Storr
Cuillin Mountains
Portree
Day 4
Skye to Edinburgh
End point
21-22 St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH2 1AF, United Kingdom (22 St Andrew Square, EH2 1AY, 19:30 - 20:00)
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish Breakfast, or combination at accommodation)
Included Activities
- Ferry journey from Armadale to Mallaig
- Jacobite Steam Train journey
- View Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Stop in Pitlochry
Landmarks
Armadale
Mallaig
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Fort William
Pitlochry

Landmarks
Forth Railway Bridge
Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park
Glen Coe
Loch Ness

Landmarks
Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Duich
Kintail Mountains

Landmarks
Trotternish Peninsula
Kilt Rock
The Old Man of Storr
Cuillin Mountains
Portree

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Armadale
Mallaig
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Fort William
Pitlochry

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4.7
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4.7
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5.0
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Tiffany
June 10th, 2026
Our guide Stewart was excellent, so knowledgeable, excellent driver, professional, helpful, and fun.
Traveled in May 2026
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Tony
September 19th, 2025
Very well organised, excellent accommodation properties. Excellent driver/guide, with a lot of knowledge of the...
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Traveled in August 2025
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Hi Tony, Thank you for your kind feedback! We're so pleased to hear you found the tour well-organised and enjoyed the excellent accommodations. It's great to know our driver/guide’s historical knowledge added value to your experience and that the unique scenery made a lasting impression. We truly appreciate you travelling with us and hope to welcome you on another journey soon! Warm regards, Highland Experience Tours
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Wolfgang
September 12th, 2025
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Our guide Scott was very knowledgeable and always explained the entire trip with great emotion and passion. It was a...
Our guide Scott was very knowledgeable and always explained the entire trip with great emotion and passion. It was a very enjoyable trip overall. Scott not only took us to the well-known tourist destinations, but also to lesser-known places. The only thing that took some getting used to was when our English fellow travelers explained that they only partially understood Scott's explanations due to the heavy Glasgow-Scottish accent. However, understanding improved as the trip progressed. The accommodation was all very nice, we always slept well and had a good breakfast. All in all, a very successful trip.Show more
Traveled in September 2025
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Hi Wolfgang, Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and well-rounded review! We're thrilled to hear you had an enjoyable and successful trip, and that Scott’s passion, knowledge, and ability to take you beyond the typical tourist stops made the experience special. Scott always aims to connect with his groups, and we know he'll be pleased to hear your kind words. It’s also great to know you found the accommodation comfortable and enjoyed your breakfasts that makes all the difference on a multi-day tour! Thanks again for travelling with us we hope to welcome you back on another journey soon. Warm regards, Highland Experience Tours
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Christina
August 13th, 2025
Only complaint was that the tour group members stayed overnight at different locations. This resulted in the days...
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Traveled in July 2025
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Hi Christina, Thank you for your feedback, and for joining us on the 4-day Isle of Skye and Jacobite Steam Train tour! We understand your point about the longer days caused by the pick-up and drop-off of guests staying in different accommodations. This can occasionally add some time to the schedule, and we appreciate your patience with that. As our guests have a variety of needs, such as family rooms, ground floor access, or travelling with children we work closely with our accommodation partners to offer the most suitable options available at the time of booking. In busy periods, this sometimes means using different locations to ensure everyone is comfortably and appropriately accommodated. We’re glad you shared this with us, as we’re always looking to refine our processes while keeping flexibility and guest comfort a top priority. We hope the experience, scenery, and memorable moments made it a worthwhile adventure! Warm regards, Highland Experience Tours
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Kristen
August 5th, 2025
Kenny was amazing! Thanks for all the insight and great playlist!
Traveled in July 2025
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Hi Kristen, Thanks so much for your wonderful feedback! Kenny will be thrilled to hear you enjoyed his insights and playlist it’s all part of making the tour memorable. We’re so glad you loved the 4-day Isle of Skye and Jacobite Steam Train experience! Hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon! Best wishes, Highland Experience Tours
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Jaime
August 5th, 2025
Was a wonderful and pleasant trip. Loved our tour guide, Craig he was very informative and funny. Have already...
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Traveled in July 2025
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Hi Jaime, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the 4-day Isle of Skye and Jacobite Steam Train tour and that Craig made it both informative and fun. We really appreciate you recommending us to others it means a lot! We hope to welcome you back on another tour soon. Warm regards, Highland Experience Tours
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Ian
June 8th, 2025
This was a delightful trip despite the frequent rain and constant wind. It was made delightful however due to the...
This was a delightful trip despite the frequent rain and constant wind. It was made delightful however due to the knowledge of the Highlands and the humour of our tour guide, Bobby (Robert Thomson). Bobby took great care of us, dropping us of at multiple points having given us a detailed analysis of the history of the area beforehand. He was always back to pick us up exactly as promised. Having an in-depth knowledge of the history and the area is one thing; being able to impart that knowledge in a highly entertaining manner is quite another. While the scenery was gorgeous, and the weather for the most part less than gorgeous, we were never left wondering how we could contend with the wind and rain due to Bobby's selection of the length of time we would spend at each drop off point. The historical connection to each place we visited, which Bobby gave us, as well as the geological significance, made every place so much more interesting than it might otherwise have been.Show more
Traveled in June 2025
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Hi Ian, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that, despite the classic Highland weather, you had such a delightful trip. Bobby will be over the moon to know that his knowledge, humour, and care made such a lasting impression. It's not always easy to balance history, storytelling, and timing – especially in the wind and rain! – so we’re glad to hear his efforts made your journey both comfortable and memorable. We hope the beauty of the Highlands and Bobby’s commentary will stay with you for a long time, and we’d love to welcome you back on another tour in the future! Kindest Regards, Highland Experience Tours
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Julianne
June 25th, 2024
Rose was an amazing guide. She went beyond all expectations to ensure her group were looked after. I thoroughly...
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Traveled in June 2024
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Hello Julianne, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this 5* review. We are thrilled to hear that your tour exceeded your expectations. Rose will be very grateful for your comments. We hope to welcome you back on tour with us in the future! Kind regards, Georgina Highland Experience Tours
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Angela
August 23rd, 2023
Fantastic experience, loved the commentary from Paul, he really made sure we all had a great time.
Traveled in August 2023
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Thanks Angela! We're so glad you had a fantastic experience on tour with Paul.
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Brian
July 31st, 2023
For a short tour we were impressed with how much we saw. Alex was very good as a tour guide, and demonstrated great...
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Traveled in July 2023
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Thanks for the review Brian! We're glad you enjoyed the tour with Alex.
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Thomas
Asked on March 1st, 2026
Does this tour visit the fairy pools?
Tour Details
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written March 2026
  This tour is not scheduled to stop at the Fairy Pools. However, Day 3 explores many spectacular sites on the Isle of Skye. This may include locations such as the Cuillin Mountains, the Black Houses, Kilt Rock Waterfall, the Old Man of Storr, and the breathtaking Trotternish Peninsula, as well as a visit to the island's charming capital, the coastal town of Portree.
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Brooke
Asked on September 25th, 2025
Can you please confirm what time I need to be at the starting point?
Tour Details
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written September 2025
  The start time is 8:30am- so please arrive by 8:15am for check in. The meet up point is: 1 Parliament Square, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE
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Janice
Asked on August 13th, 2025
I'd like to know which hotels are proposed for this trip.
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Tour Details
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written August 2025
  Our reservations team book 3* or above B&B or guesthouse accommodation with breakfast included. For our 4-day Skye and the Jacobite Train tour, we book accommodation in Fort Augustus and on the Isle of Skye, we book accommodation in the towns of Uig, Kykeakin and Broadford. Accommodation is booked depending on availability. See below some examples of accommodation that we book in each location. Fort Augustus: Sonas B&B, Loch Ness Guest House, Abbey Cottage. Kyleakin & Broadford: Tigh Blath B&B, Kings Arms Hotel, Limestone Cottage. Uig: Uig Hotel, Waterside House B&B.
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Brooke
Asked on June 16th, 2025
Looking into this tour and just want to ask about the significant price difference listed direct on your site for this tour versus on Tour Radar. Could you please let me know if the one listed direct on your site include the overnight accommodations? Or where else that price difference may be impacted?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written June 2025
  No, the prices listed at the first point of booking on our website do not include accommodation costs. These are selected later in the booking process and added to the tour-only fee. Tourradar, on the other hand, offers package prices only.
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Tammy
Asked on June 8th, 2025
Can I please book this tour for myself (1 adult).
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Tour Details
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written June 2025
  We do not offer room sharing between passengers.
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Timothy
Asked on June 2nd, 2025
Can you do 2 x persons 5 days ex Edinbough to Skye and back with start 15th Aug?
Tour Details
Transport
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written June 2025
  Our 5-day Scottish Choice tour will depart on the 14th of August. This 5-day tour spends 2 nights on the Isle of Skye on night 2 and night 3, and shows you many of island's most amazing sites! I understand this is not your desired travel date, however, this is the only 5-day tour we have that visits the Isle of Skye departing close to your chosen travel date. The tour spends night 1 Oban and night 4 in Inverness.
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Courtney
Asked on May 29th, 2025
I am planning to travel alone. Whenever I choose a room, the apl mentions that I need another traveller with me. Isn't there a way to travel alone?
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- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  Of course! we regularly welcome single travellers and if you selected a single room, this would be allocated for 1 passenger.
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  Courtney
  Traveler•Written May 2025
  I cannot find this option. I only can find twin room, double room, or family room
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  Courtney
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  What time will I need to meet you at the starting point meeting? And what time is the ending point meeting?
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  The tour begins at 8:30am on day one from 1 Parliament Square on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. The tour returns to Edinburgh at approximately 6:30pm on day 4. We recommend not booking travel for the day that you return from the tour and recommend staying in Edinburgh on the day that you return from the tour.
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Paul
Asked on May 11th, 2025
We were just wondering if there were any luggage restrictions on this trip. The two of us are planning to travel with a total of two standard size backpacks, one carryon size suitcase, and one checked bag sized suitcase.
Transport
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  Regarding baggage, due to the size of our vehicles, on our multi-day tours, we guarantee to carry one piece of luggage per passenger of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm, with a maximum of 15 kg. This is equivalent to hand luggage allowed in an aircraft cabin, or one larger suitcase – up to a maximum of 20kg between two travellers. Due to the limited space available on our mini coaches, we are unable to guarantee that we would be able to carry larger suitcases than this. In addition to this one piece of stored luggage, you can also each bring one piece of carry-on luggage with you, which would usually be a small backpack to carry your essentials for the day.
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Geert
Asked on March 9th, 2025
Where is the tour departing from?
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- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  The tour departs from 1 Parliament Square, Royal Mile, Edinburgh. Make sure to check in at our desk beforehand.
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Alexandra
Asked on February 19th, 2025
How many guests can share a room?
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- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written February 2025
  Typically, two guests can share a double room, while family rooms are available for more occupants, depending on availability.

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