From Glasgow: Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye 5-Day Tour

Argyll and Bute, Glasgow



This tour gives you the chance to enjoy the full sweep of Scotland's beauty, history and culture and the time to really get to know the places you visit

This 5-day guided tour from Glasgow covers Scotland’s west coast highlights, including Skye, Loch Ness, and Glen Coe, suited for history and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Skye
  • Loch Ness
  • Loch Lomond
  • Kilmartin Glen
  • Glen Coe, Ben Nevis

Description

Day 1: Travel west through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park to Kilmartin Glen, exploring ancient sites like Dunadd Hill Fort and Temple Wood Stone Circle. Continue to the seaside town of Oban for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Journey through Glen Coe, site of the MacDonald Clan massacre, pass Ben Nevis, and visit Fort William. Stop at Glenfinnan Viaduct and Glenfinnan Monument, then overnight in Skye.

Day 3: Spend a full day exploring Skye’s natural landscape with your guide, including the Cuillin Mountains, Quiraing hills, and Trotternish Peninsula. Overnight stay in Skye.

Day 4: Visit Eilean Donan Castle, then travel to Loch Ness with optional visits to Urquhart Castle and a loch cruise. End the day in Inverness with overnight accommodation.

Day 5: Begin your return south, optionally visiting the Culloden battlefield. Pass the Cairngorm Mountains, explore Pitlochry, then return to Glasgow.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • English-speaking guide
  • Bed and Breakfast accommodation

Excludes

  • Entrance fees
  • Meals

Important Information

  • Children under 3 years old are not permitted. Valid ID for children may be required at check-in.
  • Luggage restrictions: maximum 15kg, size 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person plus a small carry-on.
  • A complimentary train ticket may be provided to return to Glasgow from Edinburgh Waverley Station.
  • Single travelers must select the ‘Single Room’ option; otherwise, booking may be declined.
  • Double/twin rooms accommodate 2 people. For 3 travelers choosing this option, a family room may be allocated subject to availability. To book separate rooms, select ‘Single Room’ for one traveler.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 28 days before the tour start date for a full refund.

For best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Skye, Loch Ness, Loch Lomond, Kilmartin Glen, Glen Coe, Ben Nevis, and Oban among its key stops.
The tour starts in Glasgow, where participants meet before heading west toward Loch Lomond and Kilmartin Glen.
This guided tour is ideal for history and nature enthusiasts interested in Scotland’s west coast landscapes and ancient sites.
The itinerary features scenic drives, visits to historical sites like Dunadd Hill Fort, and natural landmarks such as Glen Coe and Ben Nevis, with overnight stays in places like Oban.
Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended due to outdoor activities and changing Scottish weather.
Yes, transportation between all scheduled destinations from Glasgow is included in the tour package.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to Loch Ness as part of its west coast highlights.
The tour runs throughout the year, but checking the specific dates and availability on the provider’s website is advised.
Overnight accommodations are provided in towns such as Oban and other locations along the route from Glasgow to Skye.
Check the official websites of individual sites like Dunadd Hill Fort and Temple Wood Stone Circle for the most recent opening hours.

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