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Loch Ness, the Jacobite and Skye Guided Rail Tour

7 days
From Glasgow to Edinburgh
4.8
6 traveler reviews
Loch Ness, the Jacobite and Skye Guided Rail Tour - McKinlay Kidd
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  • Train & Rail
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 18
Age range 18 to 85
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Highlights

  • Dine with fellow travelers in Glasgow
  • Ride the train around Loch Lomond
  • Visit the historic Urquhart Castle ruins
  • Travel on the Jacobite steam train
  • Explore Skye with a local guide

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Glasgow
  2. Day 2 Fort Augustus
  3. Day 3 Fort Augustus
  4. Day 4 Isle of Skye
  5. Day 5 Isle of Skye
  6. Day 6 Inverness
  7. Day 7 Edinburgh
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
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  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

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McKinlay Kidd

4.9
(11 reviews)

Number of tours

6

Age Range

18 to 85 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.5
  • 4.9
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  • Loch Ness, the Jacobite and Skye Guided Rail Tour reviewer 1
    · July 22nd, 2024
    Ciaran was an excellent guide. However, guide doesn't cover everything he did for our trip. We were wanting someone to help take out the stress of driving and finding activities, Ciaran went above and brought the entire experience of visiting Scotland to a personal level. My wife and I never had a care about what we were going to do and were never rushed at sites. Every stop/side trip felt like living another chapter in the story of Scotland. There was time to experience the places we visited, but never so long that we felt we had seen it all. Ciaran even made the 'adventure' of a rail strike feel like an opportunity to see more things off the beaten path. We wanted to take him home with us, to meet the rest of our family. Whenever I think of Scotland, I will also remember Ciaran as the man who's love for his country is too big not to share.
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    Trip date: July 2024
  • GB
    · July 4th, 2024
    Tour guide Ciaran and bus driver Karen were both great!!! All the sites were well planned and various. The places we stayed were very nice and the food was delicious.
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • EE
    · May 13th, 2024
    Excellent itinerary at a time of year that captured highlights without the crowds , would definitely recommend as would our wonderfully well informed guide who made history come alive in a fun but sensitive way
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • Loch Ness, the Jacobite and Skye Guided Rail Tour reviewer 4
    · August 8th, 2023
    The tour guide Andrew was so knowledgeable !!...
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    Trip date: July 2023
  • JT
    · October 17th, 2022
    Fabulous tour guide and drivers, beautiful...
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    McKinlay Kidd commented on this review
    Dear Jill, Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review of our tour. We are delighted that you enjoyed the guide, drivers and hotels as well as these beautiful parts of the world. We will be reflecting upon the other parts of your feedback.... Show more
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    Trip date: October 2022
  • Loch Ness, the Jacobite and Skye Guided Rail Tour reviewer 6
    · July 21st, 2022
    Well organised in spite of covid and rail...
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    McKinlay Kidd commented on this review
    Many thanks for your feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed the tour, and teh services of our guide.
    Trip date: July 2022

Dates & Availability

7 days
Loch Ness, the Jacobite and Skye Guided Rail Tour
From Glasgow to Edinburgh

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • When will the tour documentation be sent?

      The tour documentation will be sent to you three weeks prior to your travel date.

    • What transport options are available during the tour?

      The tour includes train journeys, coach transfers, and guided tours.

    • Is it easy to catch a train from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

      Yes, it's easy to catch a train, with a service running every hour.

    • What is the tipping policy in Scotland?

      Tipping is not considered customary in Scotland; however, it is appreciated at your discretion.

    • Is there a detailed itinerary provided before the trip?

      You will receive your complete itinerary and documentation about three weeks before your departure.

    • Are single rooms available for the tour?

      Single rooms can be booked, but they may come at an additional cost.

    • How can we confirm our booking details?

      You can check your booking details online or contact us for assistance.

    • How frequent are trains between Edinburgh and Glasgow?

      There is a regular train service that runs approximately every 30 minutes.

    • Is there free Wi-Fi in the hotels?

      Yes, all of our hotels provide free Wi-Fi for guests.

    • What currency should we bring for smaller purchases?

      You should bring British pounds (GBP) for any cash transactions.

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      • For any tour departing before July 1st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 1st, 2025, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with McKinlay Kidd. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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