Hebridean Escape
Hebridean Escape
Hebridean Escape
5 Days Starting and ending in Edinburgh
Visiting: Glencoe, Inverness, Edinburgh, Loch Ness, The Blackhouse, Arnol, Stornoway, Ullapool, Callanish, Luskentyre, Butt of Lewis Lighthouse, Pitlochry, Culloden Battlefield
Tour operator:
Tour code:
273756
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 16
Age range:
3-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Eco Conscious, History, Island Hopping, Ruins-Archaeology, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Spend 5 days journeying through the spectacular Highlands to the enchanting Isle of Lewis & Harris on this action-packed tour from Edinburgh. Travel through the remarkable scenery of Glen Coe and Rannoch Moor, before heading to the wild and remote North-West Highlands. From her you will board to ferry to the Outer Hebrides to explore the ancient stone circles and glorious beaches that make Lewis and Harris an incredible place to visit.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Edinburgh - Inverness
Location: Glencoe, Inverness, Edinburgh, Loch Ness
Accommodation: B&B with en-suite bathroom
Your tour will begin in heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, before you start your journey North, with a first visit to the Kelpies, 30m tall horse-head sculptures, based on a Scottish mythological creature, said to live in the rivers and lochs of Scotland.
We will then journey through the Trossachs towards Rannoch Moor and Glen Coe, where you will see the landscape begin to change as the dramatic scenery of the Highlands begins to emerge. Glen Coe is one of the most incredible places to see and visit in Scotland. Whilst passing through the awe-inspiring scenery, listen to your driver-guide tell the brutal story of the MacDonald Clan massacre and take in the weeping waterfalls that inhabit this incredible glen.
As we drive through Glen Coe, we’ll make our way through the Highland town of Fort William. This town marks the end of Scotland’s oldest and most popular long-distance walks, The West Highland Way. There is a resting hiker statue looking out over Loch Linnhe, where you can take in views of Ben Nevis, the UK’s tallest peak, standing at 1,345 metres above sea level.
Your tour will then continue through Scotland’s Great Glen, a geological fault line which cuts Scotland in tour, the bottom of the Glen is now filled by 4 lochs, including the famous Loch Ness, you will take in the sights of all these Lochs on your way to Inverness, the location of your first overnight stop on this tour.
Day 2 : Inverness - Lewis
Location: The Blackhouse, Arnol, Stornoway, Ullapool, Inverness
Accommodation: B&B with en-suite bathroom
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day two of your tour begins in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands. You will begin your travelling through the remote landscapes of Sutherland to admire some of Scotland's . Your journey through this wild part of the Highlands will then take you on to the beautiful seaside town of Ullapool, which is where you will catch the ferry to the Isle of Lewis and Harris.
You will arrive in the largest town on the Island, Stornoway, before spending the afternoon visiting the Arnol Blackhouses, to learn more about the traditional crofting lifestyles of the people of the Hebrides.
You will then return to Stornoway where you will spend the next two nights on the Isle of Lewis.
Day 3 : Explore Lewis
Location: Callanish, Luskentyre, Stornoway
Accommodation: B&B with en-suite bathroom
Meals Included: Breakfast
From your base in Stornoway, you will spend this day of your tour exploring the Isle of Lewis and Harris. On this full day on the island, you will be able to explore Carloway Broch, an exceptionally well-preserved Iron Age structure located above Loch an Duin.
The day also features a visit to the ancient Callanish Standing Stones, an ancient formation of standing stones constructed in the neolithic era, over 4000 years ago.
In the afternoon you can stroll along what is arguably Harris’ most beautiful beach, Lusekentyre, we’ll then continue down to the most southerly point of the island and Rodel Church, the ancient burial ground of the MacLeod family. Then it’s time for an exciting trip around the Golden Road before returning to Stornoway.
Day 4 : Lewis - Inverness
Location: Butt of Lewis Lighthouse, Ullapool, Stornoway, Inverness
Accommodation: B&B with an en-suite bathroom
Meals Included: Breakfast
On your second morning on the island, you will begin your day by heading to the far north of Lewis to visit the Butt of Lewis lighthouse (the windiest place in the UK) before returning to Stornoway for lunch and a ferry journey back to the mainland.
Once back on the mainland, we’ll make our way back to Inverness, our overnight stay on this final night of the tour.
Day 5 : Inverness - Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh, Pitlochry, Inverness, Culloden Battlefield
Meals Included: Breakfast
As we leave Inverness behind to begin our journey south, our first stop of the day is at Culloden Battlefield, the site of the last stand of the Jacobite’s against the British government forces on 16 April 1746. You can learn more about the battle and the events which surrounded the Jacobite uprising in the impressive visitor centre and interactive exhibition, as well as having the chance to wander the land where the battle itself took place.
Our journey will continue south, heading to a local distillery for a wee dram. From here, we’ll then enjoy the magnificent scenery as you travel through the mountainous wilderness of the spectacular Cairngorms National Park, the largest National Park in Scotland. This large mountain range has five of the highest mountains in the UK within its limits.
Sit back, relax and enjoy the views before we arrive into the picturesque town of Pitlochry, the gateway to the highlands. Pitlochry has been a tourist centre since the 1860s thanks to being popularised as the gateway to the Highlands by Queen Victoria and Sir Walter Scott, the towns popularity as a tourist centre continued to increase as the railways made accessing the Highlands significantly easier than ever before 1870s.
Explore this quaint town before we head back to Edinburgh’s city centre, where your tour will end.
What's Included
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Fully Guided
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Accommodation
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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Return Ferry Journey to Lewis & Harris
What's Not Included
Tipping and Gratuities
Booking Notes
What to bring
It is always advisable to be prepared for any weather in Scotland so a jacket is always a good idea! A bottle of water for hydration and a camera to capture the spectacular views and you are set to go!It is not necessary for you to bring your own meals, as we will stop throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food, however you are more than welcome to bring along snacks or a packed lunch.
Check out our Q&As
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What should I bring with me?
It is always advisable to be prepared for any weather in Scotland, so a jacket is always a good idea! A bottle of water for hydration and a camera to capture the spectacular views, and you are set to go! It is not necessary for you to bring your own meals, as we will stop throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food; however you are more than welcome to bring along snacks or a packed lunch.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
There will be opportunities for short walks throughout our tours, however these will not be overly strenuous. Our tours are suitable for a wide range of fitness levels
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Unfortunately, we do not organize pre- or post-tour accommodation.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Due to the variety of accommodation providers we use, we are unable to guarantee the availability of free Wi-Fi at the B&B's we use
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, the relaxed nature of our tours makes them uniquely appropriate for children 3 and above. Unfortunately, children under the age of 3 years old are unable to travel on our tours.
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What is the maximum group size?
This tour will run on a minibus or mini-coach with a maximum of 32 seats
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
We use B&B's with a minimum of 3 stars
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
We are proud to welcome travellers from around the world on our tours
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What will the weather be like?
Scotland is routinely unpredictable, but we do have a very temperate climate. The geography of Scotland means that it does rain more frequently in the west of the country and there are stronger winds in the east.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Optional attraction tickets are not included in the price.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Due to the size of our vehicles, on our multi-day tours, we guarantee to carry one piece of luggage per passenger of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm, with a maximum of 15 kg. This is equivalent to hand luggage allowed in an aircraft cabin.
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How much luggage can I bring?
Due to the size of our vehicles, on our multi-day tours, we guarantee to carry one piece of luggage per passenger of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm, with a maximum of 15 kg. This is equivalent to hand luggage allowed in an aircraft cabin.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
If you are delayed due to a flight cancellation for example, we will do our best to help you catch up with the tour. However, we cannot allow the tour to be affected negatively for the other passengers.
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Should I take out travel insurance?
We highly recommend you take out travel insurance.
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