Are private tours available?

Private tours can be arranged upon request and are subject to different pricing and scheduling.

Can I combine two pieces of luggage into one for the tour?

Combining two pieces of luggage into one is acceptable as long as the total size is within the allowed limits.

What type of vehicle is used for this trip? Does it have lots of leg room for taller individuals and is it spacious for plus size passengers? Does the tour have a lot of walking?

Our tours are run on modern, luxury vehicles with a wide range of seating capacities, which will transport you in comfort and safety. They feature air conditioning, panoramic windows and reclining seats. They're the best way to experience Scotland! Our vehicles range from 7 to 35 seats. Please note that the number of passengers and vehicle size on your tour is dependent upon demand and availability. The amount of walking will be completely up to you. It will vary depending on each activity per day, however our tours are designed for everyone with a range of capabilities.

Its not clear if the tour is fully guided or if you are dropped off at different places and explore on your own. Also, how much walking is involved.

This tour will be fully guided, with your driver/guide providing you with full commentary as you are driving and further information at each stop. You will also be given the opportunity to explore around the locations we visit. We make a number of different stops including longer stops where you will be able to explore at your own leisure as well as shorter photo stops. There is a moderate amount of walking involved in this tour; please be aware that whilst most areas are predominantly flat land, some historical sites may have uneven flooring or stairs. We aim to accommodate passengers of all mobility types and you are welcome to go as far as you are comfortable with, at your own pace when off the bus.

Was curious about this tour and if any adjustments could be made, like adding on a day or stop to St. Andrews specifically. And if private tours would be available for this for a small group and how the price would change. Also, possibly leaving from Glasgow instead?

We can definitely do a Private version of our Hebrides, Skye & the Far West tour - and yes, we can make adjustments or add days if you'd like to add any specific places to the itinerary. I will note that doing this itinerary on a Private Basis, we have to add a day (likely in Inverness) for a driver's rest day as they are legally required to have one after 6 days. Would you have 9 days? Or potentially more if you'd like to add St. Andrews?

Are meals provided during the tour?

Meals are not explicitly mentioned as included in the tour and may need to be arranged separately.

What transportation is available from the airport?

The company does not provide transportation from the airport; this must be arranged separately.

I am the father of 3 children aged 17 to 24, and I would like to explore Scotland with them. So, there are 4 of us. The trip would be for a maximum of 10/11 days, between July 20th and August 2nd. We would prefer to be autonomous during the day, using trains or a rental car, with the nights booked in advance. We are not particular about accommodations. We are looking for adventure, a variety of experiences/meetings/activities, rather than the comfort of the rooms.

I am afraid self drive tours is not something that we currently offer. I hope you find someone to assist with this, and have a great time exploring Scotland.

Is accommodation included in the tour price?

Accommodations are typically included in the tour, but this may vary depending on the package booked.

Can I get a refund if I cancel my trip?

Cancellation terms depend on the timing and reason for cancellation; please refer to the specific terms and conditions.

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Hebrides, Skye & The Far West

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The drivers were great, the new vans with individual charging stations were wonderful, and the itineraries for each of my tours were perfect.
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Operator: Highland Experience Tours
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 5 - 32
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Loch Lomond to Oban
Start point
192 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1RW, United Kingdom (Caffe Nero, 08:00 - 08:15)
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish breakfast, or combination of options)
Included Activities
- Explore Kilmartin Glen
- Visit Dunadd Hill Fort
- Visit Temple Wood Stone Circle
Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Trossachs National Park
Kilmartin Glen
Dunadd Hill Fort
Temple Wood Stone Circle
Day 2
Oban to Isle of Skye
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish breakfast, or combination of options)
Included Activities
- View Glen Coe
- Stop in Fort William
- View Glenfinnan Viaduct
- View Glenfinnan Monument
- Time in Mallaig
- Ferry to Isle of Skye
Landmarks
Connel Bridge
Glen Coe
Ben Nevis
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glenfinnan Monument
Day 3
Isle of Skye
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish breakfast, or combination of options)
Included Activities
- Explore Cuillin mountains
- Visit black houses
- View Kilt Rock waterfall
- View Old Man of Storr
- Explore Trotternish Peninsula
- Visit Portree
Landmarks
Cuillin Mountains
Kilt Rock Waterfall
Old Man of Storr
Trotternish Peninsula
Portree
Day 4
Isle of Skye to Inverness
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish breakfast, or combination of options)
Included Activities
- Explore Eilean Donan Castle
- Explore Urquhart Castle
Optional Activities
- Boat cruise on Loch Ness
Landmarks
Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Ness
Urquhart Castle
Day 5
Inverness to Stornoway
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish breakfast, or combination of options)
Included Activities
- Travel through Sutherland
- Visit Ullapool
- Ferry to Outer Hebrides
- Visit Arnol Blackhouse
Landmarks
Loch Broom
Ullapool
Summer Isles
Arnol Blackhouse
Stornoway
Day 6
Isle of Lewis and Harris
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish breakfast, or combination of options)
Included Activities
- Visit Callanish Standing Stones
- Visit Carloway Broch
- Stroll island beaches
- Visit traditional weaver to learn about Harris Tweed
- Visit Tarbert
- View Sound of Taransay
- Walk Lusekentyre beach
Landmarks
Callanish Standing Stones
Carloway Broch
Loch an Duin
Tarbert
Sound of Taransay
Lusekentyre Beach
Day 7
Stornoway to Inverness
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish breakfast, or combination of options)
Included Activities
- Visit Butt of Lewis lighthouse
- Return to Stornoway
- Ferry back to mainland
Landmarks
Butt of Lewis Lighthouse
Day 8
Inverness to Home
End point
22 St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH2 2AD, United Kingdom (Outside the Malmaison Hotel)
Meals
Breakfast (Continental breakfast, full Scottish breakfast, or combination of options)
Included Activities
- Visit Culloden Battlefield
- Enjoy a dram at a local distillery
- Pass Cairngorm mountains
- Explore Pitlochry
Landmarks
Culloden Battlefield
Cairngorm Mountains
Pitlochry

Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Trossachs National Park
Kilmartin Glen
Dunadd Hill Fort
Temple Wood Stone Circle

Landmarks
Connel Bridge
Glen Coe
Ben Nevis
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glenfinnan Monument

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

Landmarks
Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Ness
Urquhart Castle

Landmarks
Loch Broom
Ullapool
Summer Isles
Arnol Blackhouse
Stornoway

Landmarks
Callanish Standing Stones
Carloway Broch
Loch an Duin
Tarbert
Sound of Taransay
Lusekentyre Beach

Landmarks
Butt of Lewis Lighthouse

Landmarks
Culloden Battlefield
Cairngorm Mountains
Pitlochry

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Traveler Reviews

3.9

Overall rating based on 13 Reviews

Itinerary
4.4
Transport
3.8
Guide
4.2
Accommodation
3.6
Food
3.5
Tour Operator
4.5

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Doreen
September 30th, 2024
4
Guides were excellent. 8 day tour should have remained with one guide/group. Was not expecting a split tour. Check in...
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Traveled in September 2024
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Hi Doreen, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We will be sure to pass on your comments to our transport team who take all feedback on board as they look to next years schedule. We are sorry for any miscommunication at check in, our check in staff work very hard to ensure that everyone gets to the right bus on time and with the right information. We will note this for any future check ins. Kind regards, Highland Experience Team
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Timothy
September 22nd, 2024
5
Paul and Cameron were fabulous providing a safe drive and a history lesson on the highlands. It is not an easy job...
Paul and Cameron were fabulous providing a safe drive and a history lesson on the highlands. It is not an easy job driving on the one lane roads. The inns along the way were very good with adequate services. We had a full itinerary each day and the value for money was great. Even though two entitled Americans tried to ruin the second half of the trip, it didn’t affect the outcome. I highly recommend Highland Experience for anyone that wants to visit Scotland.Show more
Traveled in September 2024
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Hi Timothy, Thank you so much for your kind 5* review! I'm so glad to hear that Paul and Cameron provided a fabulous tour experience despite the challenges. It's great that you enjoyed the safe driving, history lessons, and the inns along the way. Your recommendation is much appreciated! We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future! Kind regards, Cameron Highland Experience Tours
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Catherine
July 9th, 2024
5
I loved this tour! The drivers were great, the new vans with individual charging stations were wonderful, and the...
I loved this tour! The drivers were great, the new vans with individual charging stations were wonderful, and the itineraries for each of my tours were perfect. I loved that everything was taken care of including accommodations, ferry tickets, etc. The B&Bs were excellent, as well. The one part of the tour that I did not appreciate was being placed at the Crown in Stornaway. My noise right outside my window from Rascals nightclub went on until past 2:00 am with yelling, cursing, and people revving the engines of their cars, etc. In addition, being up past 2:00 am meant that I was awake to hear the rats? scurrying within the walls.Show more
Traveled in July 2024
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Hi Catherine, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the tour, driver and the new buses. We are sorry that you didn't enjoy your time at The Crown in Stornoway. The hotel team have assured us that, whilst they cannot control the noise of a separate establishment, they do have ear plugs available and if requested they would endeavour to move guests to a quieter room. However, they have no record of you raising a concern directly with them. In regards to the further noise you could hear the hotel believes it was Seagulls, who are known to regularly land on the roof of the hotel. They do take all preventative measures available, however, being beside the harbour and in the town there is little they can do past this. Your comments will be taken into consideration to improve our future tours and your feedback has been passed to our accommodation team. We are so glad you were still able to enjoy the tour and we hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Scotland. Kind regards, Beth Highland Experience
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Natasha
October 9th, 2023
1
We were on the incorrect tour!
Traveled in August 2023
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
Hi Natasha, We see that you were on the correct tour, but complained previously not understanding that the maximum capacity for this tour is 32. You were also unhappy with the luggage requirements for this tour. Regards, Sarah
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Deanna
September 24th, 2022
4
Not sure why but we ended up on a bigger coach as part of a 5 day tour before joining a small group and coach for the...
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Traveled in September 2022
Reply from: Highland Experience Tours
The tour is made up of two tours as our driver-guides can't work for 8 days straight. I do hope you enjoyed getting insight and experience from two different driver-guides and enjoyed the tour :) Kind regards, Highland Experience
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Pauline
July 12th, 2022
5
We had a wonderful holiday to celebrate our 50th Wedding anniversary. Excellent service and the drivers were...
We had a wonderful holiday to celebrate our 50th Wedding anniversary. Excellent service and the drivers were brilliant - very friendly and helpful. Thank youShow more
Traveled in July 2022
T
Tammy
October 18th, 2019
3.5
Good trip, recommend for solo travelers if looking to cover a lot of Scotland. Only 1 major issue - Unpleasant...
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Traveled in September 2019
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Michele
September 18th, 2019
4
Both our tour guides had excellent historical knowledge. General knowledge needs to be brushed up on as we heard “I...
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Traveled in September 2019
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Steven
September 6th, 2019
4
Steven A was excellent, told relevant stories, waded into history in depth and for all his flippancy cared about his...
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Traveled in August 2019
Norm
June 6th, 2019
5
We shall always remember the 8 day tour of the far north, Skye and outer Hebridies. The first part of the tour was...
We shall always remember the 8 day tour of the far north, Skye and outer Hebridies. The first part of the tour was with driver/guide Tommy. A most excellent guide and person. He has a big personality and knows his history and it shows his devotion and passion for Scotland. Our whole group enjoyed the banter back and forth it made for a great time. The stories and wonderful Scottish music added pure joy to this memorable trip. Anyone going on his tours is in for a treat. 5 stars all the way!!! Norm & Lasha MacLeod (Canadians) The second part of the tour was with Rory, a fine driver and guide; very knowledgeable, great personality and did us a great favor at Stornoway. We would have no hesitation in recommending him as a great choice of guide and driver. 5 stars all the way!!! Norm & Lasha MacLeod (Canadians)Show more
Traveled in June 2019

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Laetitia
Asked on March 29th, 2025
Are private tours available?
Operator
Tour Details
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  Private tours can be arranged upon request and are subject to different pricing and scheduling.
S
Sofia
Asked on January 30th, 2025
Can I combine two pieces of luggage into one for the tour?
Transport
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  Combining two pieces of luggage into one is acceptable as long as the total size is within the allowed limits.
S
Samantha
Asked on January 9th, 2025
What type of vehicle is used for this trip? Does it have lots of leg room for taller individuals and is it spacious for plus size passengers? Does the tour have a lot of walking?
Transport
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  Our tours are run on modern, luxury vehicles with a wide range of seating capacities, which will transport you in comfort and safety. They feature air conditioning, panoramic windows and reclining seats. They're the best way to experience Scotland! Our vehicles range from 7 to 35 seats. Please note that the number of passengers and vehicle size on your tour is dependent upon demand and availability. The amount of walking will be completely up to you. It will vary depending on each activity per day, however our tours are designed for everyone with a range of capabilities.
G
Gail
Asked on January 5th, 2025
Its not clear if the tour is fully guided or if you are dropped off at different places and explore on your own. Also, how much walking is involved.
Tour Details
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  This tour will be fully guided, with your driver/guide providing you with full commentary as you are driving and further information at each stop. You will also be given the opportunity to explore around the locations we visit. We make a number of different stops including longer stops where you will be able to explore at your own leisure as well as shorter photo stops. There is a moderate amount of walking involved in this tour; please be aware that whilst most areas are predominantly flat land, some historical sites may have uneven flooring or stairs. We aim to accommodate passengers of all mobility types and you are welcome to go as far as you are comfortable with, at your own pace when off the bus.
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Barry
Asked on November 26th, 2024
Was curious about this tour and if any adjustments could be made, like adding on a day or stop to St. Andrews specifically. And if private tours would be available for this for a small group and how the price would change. Also, possibly leaving from Glasgow instead?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  We can definitely do a Private version of our Hebrides, Skye & the Far West tour - and yes, we can make adjustments or add days if you'd like to add any specific places to the itinerary. I will note that doing this itinerary on a Private Basis, we have to add a day (likely in Inverness) for a driver's rest day as they are legally required to have one after 6 days. Would you have 9 days? Or potentially more if you'd like to add St. Andrews?
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Guillaume
Asked on November 13th, 2024
Are meals provided during the tour?
Meals
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  Meals are not explicitly mentioned as included in the tour and may need to be arranged separately.
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María José
Asked on August 19th, 2024
What transportation is available from the airport?
Transport
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written August 2024
  The company does not provide transportation from the airport; this must be arranged separately.
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Dana
Asked on June 6th, 2024
I am the father of 3 children aged 17 to 24, and I would like to explore Scotland with them. So, there are 4 of us. The trip would be for a maximum of 10/11 days, between July 20th and August 2nd. We would prefer to be autonomous during the day, using trains or a rental car, with the nights booked in advance. We are not particular about accommodations. We are looking for adventure, a variety of experiences/meetings/activities, rather than the comfort of the rooms.
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Group size
Tour Details
Transport
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written June 2024
  I am afraid self drive tours is not something that we currently offer. I hope you find someone to assist with this, and have a great time exploring Scotland.
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Venezia
Asked on March 23rd, 2024
Is accommodation included in the tour price?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written March 2024
  Accommodations are typically included in the tour, but this may vary depending on the package booked.
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Christine
Asked on March 17th, 2024
Can I get a refund if I cancel my trip?
Payments
Tour Details
- Highland Experience ToursOperator•Written March 2024
  Cancellation terms depend on the timing and reason for cancellation; please refer to the specific terms and conditions.

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Loch Lomond to Oban

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Oban to Isle of Skye

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Isle of Skye to Inverness

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