3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Tour Including "Hogwarts Express" Ride

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3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Tour Including "Hogwarts Express" Ride

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From $610.47

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3 days (Approx.)

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Offered in: English and 7 more

Overview

Venture to the Scottish Highlands and spend two nights on the Isle of Skye, including a steam train ride on The Jacobite of the West Highland Railway Line — aka the ‘Hogwarts Express’ of Harry Potter fame. This 3-day guided trip from Edinburgh takes you through Cairngorms National Park to regional highlights such as the Old Man of Storr and the Cuillin Mountains. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, ride the ferry to Mallaig and stop at the legendary Loch Ness. Enjoy daily breakfasts during your hotel or B&B stay in Portree.

3-day Highlands and Isle of Skye trip from Edinburgh
See the legendary scenery including the Old Man of Storr and the Cuillin Mountains
Ride the famous Hogwarts Express train (as seen in the Harry Potter films) from Mallaig to Fort William
Choice of B&B or hotel accommodation

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

This tour takes a different route to and from the Isle of Skye for maximum sightseeing opportunities.

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What's Included

2 nights accommodation in 3-star B&B or hotels

Steam Train from Mallaig to Fort William

Breakfast daily

Transport by air-conditioned midi-coach

Professional guide

Breakfast (2)

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Departure & Return

Departure Point

60 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1TB, UK

Departure Time

8:00 AM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point

What To Expect

Experience the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye on this 3-day coach trip, round-trip from Edinburgh. You’ll visit Loch Ness and Eilean Donan Castle, explore Skye’s rugged Cuillin Mountains and cliffs of Trotternish Ridge with your guide, then ride the ferry to Mallaig where you’ll board The Jacobite steam train to Fort William.

Two nights’ accommodation includes a single, twin, or double room in a 3-star hotel or B&B in Portree, selected at booking. Enjoy daily breakfast; all other meals are at your own expense.

Itinerary

Day 1

Edinburgh to Portree

4 Stops

Dunkeld Cathedral

We visit the quaint village of Dunkeld with its historic cathedral sitting on the banks of the River Tay.

Duration: 45 minutes

Admission Ticket Free

Fort Augustus Abbey

At Fort Augustus, there is time to explore the shores of Loch Ness and a chance to spot Nessie.

Duration: 1 hour

Admission Ticket Free

Eilean Donan Castle

The journey continues to the famous Isle of Skye but first, we take in spectacular Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most famous icons.

Duration: 1 hour

Admission Ticket Not Included

Sligachan Old Bridge

Learn about some of the island's myths and legends at Sligachan

Duration: 30 minutes

Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation:

Overnight at a 3 star B&B or Hotel in Portree

Meals:

Not Included

Day 2

Isle of Skye

3 Stops

The Old Man of Storr

View the iconic Old Man of Storr

Duration: 30 minutes

Admission Ticket Free

Kilt Rock

Visit Kilt Rock with its cascading waterfall

Duration: 30 minutes

Admission Ticket Free

Dunvegan Castle & Gardens

A visit to the Isle of Skye is incomplete without learning the fascinating history and clan legend of Dunvegan Castle. Built during 13th and 14th centuries this Hebridean stronghold is the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland and has been the ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod for the past 800 years

Duration: 2 hours

Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation:

Overnight at a 3 star B&B or Hotel in Portree

Meals:

Breakfast

Day 3

Portree to Edinburgh

4 Stops

Armadale Castle, Gardens & Museum of the Isles

We have the chance to explore the castle and gardens of Clan Donald Skye this morning.

Duration: 2 hours

Admission Ticket Not Included

Fort William (FTW)

Board the Jacobite Steam Train in Mallaig and journey to Fort William, one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world. The train crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct where a monument to Bonnie Prince Charlie’s campaign now stands.

Duration: 2 hours

Admission Ticket Included

The Glencoe Massacre Monument

We head south through the dramatic scenery of Glencoe and wild Rannoch Moor

Duration: 30 minutes

Admission Ticket Free

The Green Welly Stop

Short rest stop here before finishing our journey south.

Duration: 20 minutes

Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation:

Not Included

Meals:

Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Please select room type when booking.
Minimum age is 5 years, we are unable to accommodate children under this age
Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase weighing no more than 33lbs (15kg) and 1 carry-on bag
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
OPERATED BY Highland Explorer Tours Ltd

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Q:

What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during 3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Tour Including "Hogwarts Express" Ride?

A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival

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What is the policy on sanitization during 3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Tour Including "Hogwarts Express" Ride?

A:The policies on sanitization are:

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

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What is the social distancing policy during 3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Tour Including "Hogwarts Express" Ride?

A:The policies on social distancing are:

Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

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Q:

What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during 3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Tour Including "Hogwarts Express" Ride?

A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

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Q:

What is the maximum group size during 3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Tour Including "Hogwarts Express" Ride?

A:This activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers.

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Awesome Highlands and isle of Skye tour!!

Sarah_C

, Aug 2021

I had an absolutely amazing time traveling solo with my group tour, everyone was so friendly and kind, including out awesome driver, Rich! He was so funny and full of great stories to tell. We traveled from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye with stops in-between. The Hogwarts express ride was a personal highlight, being a huge Harry Potter geek.. I mean fan! Thank you for an incredible adventure! I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to experience the Highlands of Scotland including Harry Potter fans!

Perfect trip for few days

Kerry_O

, Jun 2021

If you want a great taster for Scotland - but only have a few days - this is the trip to take! The itinerary covered lots of ground without feeling too rushed - Highlands and Isle of Skye are spectacular ... the train ride IS worth it - especially if you bring a bit of whisky to enjoy with friends! Our guide Charlie was awesome ! Highly recommend this trip!

The trip couldn't be better

J_Eom

, Jun 2021

It was such an amazing and exciting experience. Regardless of the weather, the nature of Highland and Skye is just magnificent and stunning. I couldn't stop taking pictures because I didn't want to miss a moment. Moreover, our guider, Caitlin, and other group members were lovely and friendly companions. Caitlin is the best driver as well as a talented storyteller. The histories and legends, She spoke, were so catching and realistic. Also, fortunately, I could enjoy the sunny weather in the Isle of Skye. The trip couldn't be better.

1 traveler found this review helpful

The best guide EVER

Kerry O

, Sep 2019

A great tour with a good variety of stops and sights. The scenery was amazing, the guesthouse comfortable and the sights worth seeing. The best aspect of our tour was our driver/guide Caitlin. Her enthusiasm, knowledge, stories and story telling ability were brilliant and she interspersed her narrative with music that fitted the history or place. She was without doubt the best guide I have ever had on a tour and her driving ability astounded us all.

Magical & Memorable!

Stay258448

, Sep 2019

My husband and I booked this tour from Edinburgh in August, while visiting Scotland for our 10 year anniversary. This was the perfect break from the fringe festival, to see the highlands and explore Skye. I had always wanted to visit and found Yvonne the perfect guide- sharing regional stories/folklore, recommendations for our solo downtime, and her impressive driving skills. The b&b we stayed at in Portree (Rosedale) was perfect. Loved the staff, view, food, and ambiance. The train ride was thrilling. We lucked out with sun for most outings to take in the stunning scenery, but well prepared for the occasional shower...part of the charm to experience so many seasons in 1 day. Overall, would highly recommend this trip and will cherish the thoughtful anniversary card we received from Yvonne.

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Beautiful, relaxed tour of the highlands

cassondralm

, Sep 2019

Great pacing on the tour, not rushed. Lots of time to explore. Beautiful scenery. Bed and breakfast was lovely. Tour guide Tom was extremely knowledgable.

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Meander83468

, Aug 2019

Duncan, our driver, demonstrated the utmost professionalism and provided a better than expected tour. Duncan's coach driving skills demonstrated that we should not not rent a car and do this tour on our own. We had an excellent time.

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Wonderful trip through the isle of skye

moodmd

, Aug 2019

This was the highlight of our 2 week UK trip. It is a lot of time in a bus but the castles and the scenery were worth it. A place like no other. The coach travel was comfortable. The opted for the hotel and stayed in a fantastic place on Portree Harbor. Our guide/ coach driver was fabulous.

Response from Host , Aug 2019

Thanks for your 5-star review! It is lovely to hear you had a great time on tour and that you enjoyed the Scottish scenery. We hope to see you back again soon. Regards, Emma

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Odyssey05873376315

, Aug 2019

My husband and I really enjoyed the tour. Caroline was really good and went out of her way to make it a great experience. We would recommend it to anyone.

Response from Host , Aug 2019

It is brilliant to hear you enjoyed your tour with Caroline and that you would recommend us! I think the 1 star review you made may of been an error. If there is any way you are able to edit it we would really appreciate it. Kind Regards, Emma

wonderful tour

annamariefairfax

, Aug 2019

Steve did a great job of taking us around the Highlands. The tour was fun, informative and gorgeous. We stayed in a nice hotel with a great dinner. Steve was very patient with my daughter. All in all, we had a wonderful time.

Response from Host , Aug 2019

Thanks for your review. It is lovely to hear you had such a good time on tour with Steve. We hope to see you back in Scotland soon! Kind Regards, Emma

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