The 8 Multi-Day Tours in Skye to Pencil In First

1.3-Day Isle of Skye and The Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,405 reviews · 3 days · from $244Our pick

Travel from Edinburgh to Skye and the Highlands with The Hairy Coo on a three-day guided journey. Expect Glencoe, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Loch Ness, Culloden, Clava Cairns, and Pitlochry, plus two nights in Inverness that you book yourself. Guides such as Stephen, Rod, Paul S, and Nick bring Scottish history, music, humor, and local stories to the long drives.

“Our guide Stephen was amazing, a true Scottish man with Scottish humor. We were able to do the full 3 day tour despite only having 8 hours of sunlight. My favorite was Isle of Skye and we were able to go to the sights for a full day. 3 days is enough to see the highlands, but some souvenirs and take pictures. We got back to Edinburgh super early than expected time and was dropped off at the city center which was convenient.”

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2.3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,351 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $224Best value

Travel from Edinburgh to Inverness and back by air-conditioned mini-coach, with a local Hairy Coo guide leading you through Glencoe, Glenfinnan, Skye, Loch Ness, Culloden, and Pitlochry. Expect long scenic drives, short walks, folklore, music, and two nights of self-booked Inverness accommodation. Guides may include Paul, Ewan, Nick, or John.

“Paul S. was a great and hilarious guide. We saw a lot in 3 days. I feel like a couple stops may have been unnecessary but I understand the driving hours have to be logged properly. I also think some more periods of unnarrated driving could’ve been worked in as it was just a lot to listen to commentary the whole time. BUT this tour really showed us a lot of places I wouldn’t have known about and Paul was very knowledgeable. My favorites were the Cairns, Glencoe and Inverness!”

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3.3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,276 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $705

Travel from Edinburgh to the Highlands and Isle of Skye in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a driver-guide such as Chris, Adam, or Declan. Spend two nights in Portree, visit Glencoe, Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle, Old Man of Storr, and Kilt Rock, and let weather shape the daily route.

“The trip to Skye was an excellent way to see Scotland. Our driver/guide, Chris, was knowledgeable, entertaining, and friendly, providing historical information and telling Scottish tales during the trip. Be prepared for walking and hiking on uneven, muddy, and slick surfaces, as well as in all types of weather so that you don’t miss out on the experience!”

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4.3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,138 reviews · 3 days (approx.)

Ride from Edinburgh into the Highlands and Isle of Skye with an English-speaking guide, two nights’ lodging, breakfast, and a climate-controlled coach. See Glencoe, Portree, the Old Man of Storr, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, and more. Optional Jacobite Steam Train travel is not included.

“The scenery, the stories and history made this trip unforgettable. Amazing tour guides who shared the historical and mythological stories of Scotland.”

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5.3-Day Isle of Skye, ‘Hogwarts Express’ Train and Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · from $926

Travel from Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye by air-conditioned midi-coach, ride the Jacobite Steam Train across Glenfinnan Viaduct, and spend two nights in Portree. Your English-speaking guide handles the driving while you visit Glencoe, the Old Man of Storr, Dunvegan Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, and more.

“Isle of Skye is a gorgeous area .....lots of scenery (especially when it's sunny.... we were very lucky!) Our driver was very knowledgeable and friendly, despite the fact that she had only been driving this route for @ 6 months! Despite the long distance riding in a bus, I would definitely recommend this trip as a way to get out of the city and see the spectacular countryside of Scotland!”

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6.3-Day Guided Isle of Skye and Highlands with Stay from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 904 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $416

Spend three full days touring Scotland’s Highlands and Isle of Skye from Edinburgh, with two nights in Inverness, breakfast, and a driver-guide included. Expect long scenic drives, short walks, photo stops, Scottish history, and music. Guides such as Hugh, Graham, Jamie, and Iain have been praised for lively storytelling, though time at major sights is limited.

“It is action packed but be prepared to be travelling for long periods. By day 2 you are adjusted and more activities that promote physically moving and walking being out on the Lough v educational filled in blanks as was a fan of Outlander drama and the Highlander movies”

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7.Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye 5-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 107 reviews · 106 hours · from $1,214

Travel from Edinburgh through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort William, Skye, Loch Ness, and Pitlochry in 106 hours. An English-speaking driver-guide handles the narrow roads while you stay in B&B accommodation. Optional visits include Eilean Donan Castle, Urquhart Castle, a Loch Ness cruise, and Culloden Battlefield.

“Our guide, Rory, was very helpful and informative. We very much enjoyed being put in his tender care. His patience with our foibles was amazing. We never felt rushed and were given ample time at every stop. The accommodations provided were all very good.”

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8.Isle of Skye & The Highlands 3-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 63 reviews · 2.5 days · from $433

Travel from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Portree, and Glen Coe with an English-speaking guide such as Dusty, Graeme, or Brodie. Expect Celtic tales, ferry travel, photo stops, hostel dorms, and an optional Jacobite Steam Train ride from Mallaig in summer.

“I had an amazing time. Isle of skye is absolutely stunning! The tour was really well organized, our guide was great and told us a lot about culture and history of Scotland. Great experience!”

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