3 Day Loch Ness & Skye

Departing from Edinburgh we set out on our adventure to explore the wild Highlands of Scotland. Travelling across the Highland Divide you will learn of heroic and ferocious clans, stopping for a woodland walk, before travelling on towards the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct (the Harry Potter bridge!) From here we take the stunning ‘Road to the Isles’ to Mallaig where we catch the ferry over to the Isle of Skye and head to the wee village of Kyleakin to spend the night on this magical island. • The Hermitage Walk. • Pitlochry. • Loch Laggan. • Glenfinnan Viaduct. • Road to the Isles. • Ferry to Skye. • Kyleakin

We start today off exploring the Isle of Skye where you will learn all about the mischievous faeries, hear tales of Celtic myths and see some of the most dramatic scenery our country has to offer. We head up to the Trotternish Peninsula for a lovely hike and amazing views in this unspoilt wilderness. Leaving Skye, we go in search of Nessie, the legendary monster that lurks beneath the deep waters of Loch Ness. Our hostel for the night is situated right on the shores of the loch with stunning views of the water. This is the only hostel in the world that can offer this unrivalled setting!. • Sligachan. • The Cuillin Mountains. • Portree. • Old Man of Storr. • Kilt Rock. • Quairaing. • Sleep on the shores of Loch Ness!

Departing Loch Ness, we journey south-east taking in awe-inspiring views of mountains (including Britain’s highest, Ben Nevis) and more lovely Lochs! Stopping in the dramatic and violent Glen Coe, with a history of clan massacres, we continue on through Rannoch Moor on our journey into Rob Roy country. A stop at Doune Castle is next before arriving back in Edinburgh. • Fort Augustus. • Fort William. • Glen Coe. • Rannoch Moor. • Rob Roy Country. • Doune Castle. The above itinerary is not set in stone! Your guide may use their knowledge to modify the itinerary to best suit the Scottish weather & to maximise your experience.