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4-day Isle of Skye and The Jacobite Steam Train

4 days
Start and end in Edinburgh
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Highlights

  • Eilean Donan: Scotland’s most beautiful castle
  • Skye: Explore the Cuillins Hills and the Trotternish Peninsula
  • Glen Coe: Wonderful scenery and fascinating history
  • Glenfinnan Viaduct: Featured in the Harry Potter films, admire one of Scotland’s most impressive pieces of engineering
  • Loch Ness: Monster spotting from the shores of the Loch

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Edinburgh to Fort Augustus - Our Adventure begins
  2. Day 2 From Fort Augustus to Skye - Loch Ness cruise and Eilean Donan Castle
  3. Day 3 Discovering Skye
  4. Day 4 Skye to Edinburgh - Stunning Scenery As We Travel Homeward
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Number of tours

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  • 4-day Isle of Skye and The Jacobite Steam Train reviewer 1
    · June 8th, 2025
    This was a delightful trip despite the frequent rain and constant wind. It was made delightful however due to the knowledge of the Highlands and the humour of our tour guide, Bobby (Robert Thomson). Bobby took great care of us, dropping us of at multiple points having given us a detailed analysis of the history of the area beforehand. He was always back to pick us up exactly as promised. Having an in-depth knowledge of the history and the area is one thing; being able to impart that knowledge in a highly entertaining manner is quite another. While the scenery was gorgeous, and the weather for the most part less than gorgeous, we were never left wondering how we could contend with the wind and rain due to Bobby's selection of the length of time we would spend at each drop off point. The historical connection to each place we visited, which Bobby gave us, as well as the geological significance, made every place so much more interesting than it might otherwise have been.
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    Hi Ian, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that, despite the classic Highland weather, you had such a delightful trip. Bobby will be over the moon to know that his knowledge,... Show more
    Trip date: June 2025
  • 4-day Isle of Skye and The Jacobite Steam Train reviewer 2
    · June 25th, 2024
    Rose was an amazing guide. She went beyond all expectations to ensure her group were looked after. I thoroughly recommend this tour
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    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Hello Julianne, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this 5* review. We are thrilled to hear that your tour exceeded your expectations. Rose will be very grateful for your comments. We hope to welcome you back on tour with us in the future!... Show more
    Trip date: June 2024
  • AC
    · August 23rd, 2023
    Fantastic experience, loved the commentary from Paul, he really made sure we all had a great time.
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    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Thanks Angela! We're so glad you had a fantastic experience on tour with Paul.
    Trip date: August 2023
  • BC
    · July 31st, 2023
    For a short tour we were impressed with how much we saw. Alex was very good as a tour guide, and demonstrated great patience as a driver.
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    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Thanks for the review Brian! We're glad you enjoyed the tour with Alex.
    Trip date: July 2023
  • 4-day Isle of Skye and The Jacobite Steam Train reviewer 5
    · June 29th, 2023
    Eddie the driver is enthusiastic and helpful....
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    Trip date: June 2023
  • YT
    · June 2nd, 2023
    It’s totally different sightseeing from where I...
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    Highland Experience Tours commented on this review
    Thanks for the review!
    Trip date: May 2023

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    Brooke

    Asked on June 16th, 2025

    Looking into this tour and just want to ask about the significant price difference listed direct on your site for this tour versus on Tour Radar. Could you please let me know if the one listed direct on your site include the overnight accommodations? Or where else that price difference may be impacted?

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten June 2025

      No, the prices listed at the first point of booking on our website do not include accommodation costs. These are selected later in the booking process and added to the tour-only fee. Tourradar, on the other hand, offers package prices only.

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    Tammy

    Asked on June 8th, 2025

    Can I please book this tour for myself (1 adult).

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    Timothy

    Asked on June 2nd, 2025

    Can you do 2 x persons 5 days ex Edinbough to Skye and back with start 15th Aug?

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten June 2025

      Our 5-day Scottish Choice tour will depart on the 14th of August. This 5-day tour spends 2 nights on the Isle of Skye on night 2 and night 3, and shows you many of island's most amazing sites! I understand this is not your desired travel date, however, this is the only 5-day tour we have that visits the Isle of Skye departing close to your chosen travel date. The tour spends night 1 Oban and night 4 in Inverness.

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    Courtney

    Asked on May 29th, 2025

    I am planning to travel alone. Whenever I choose a room, the apl mentions that I need another traveller with me. Isn't there a way to travel alone?

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten May 2025

      Of course! we regularly welcome single travellers and if you selected a single room, this would be allocated for 1 passenger.

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      Courtney

      TravelerWritten May 2025

      I cannot find this option. I only can find twin room, double room, or family room

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      Courtney

      TravelerWritten May 2025

      What time will I need to meet you at the starting point meeting? And what time is the ending point meeting?

    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten May 2025

      The tour begins at 8:30am on day one from 1 Parliament Square on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. The tour returns to Edinburgh at approximately 6:30pm on day 4. We recommend not booking travel for the day that you return from the tour and recommend staying in Edinburgh on the day that you return from the tour.

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    Paul

    Asked on May 11th, 2025

    We were just wondering if there were any luggage restrictions on this trip. The two of us are planning to travel with a total of two standard size backpacks, one carryon size suitcase, and one checked bag sized suitcase.

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten May 2025

      Regarding baggage, 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, or one larger suitcase – up to a maximum of 20kg between two travellers. Due to the limited space available on our mini coaches, we are unable to guarantee that we would be able to carry larger suitcases than this. In addition to this one piece of stored luggage, you can also each bring one piece of carry-on luggage with you, which would usually be a small backpack to carry your essentials for the day.

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    Geert

    Asked on March 9th, 2025

    Where is the tour departing from?

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten March 2025

      The tour departs from 1 Parliament Square, Royal Mile, Edinburgh. Make sure to check in at our desk beforehand.

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    Alexandra

    Asked on February 19th, 2025

    How many guests can share a room?

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten February 2025

      Typically, two guests can share a double room, while family rooms are available for more occupants, depending on availability.

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    Jade

    Asked on February 18th, 2025

    what if the train ride is unavailable? and why would it not be?

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten February 2025

      The train usually runs, however in exceptional circumstances due to the age of the vehicle it may be under maintenance. However, this is unusual.

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    Bryan

    Asked on January 10th, 2025

    Can you give me an idea of the location of the B&Bs for the Isle of Skye? Two nights are spent in the Isle of Skye. Are we at the same B&B for both nights or will it be different each night?

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      Depending on the departure date, this tour usually stays overnight in either Broadford, Kyleakin or Uig. Yes, you will usually spend both nights in the same B&B.

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      Bryan

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      What time each morning do the tours start?

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      Bryan

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      What time do we arrive back to Edinburgh at the end of the tour?

    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      On the first morning, the tour begins at 8:30am so you will need to be at check in by 8:15am. On the other mornings, the pick up time will vary but you can expect it to be from around 8-9am.

    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      You will arrive back to Edinburgh at around 6:30pm on the last evening of the tour.

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    Terry

    Asked on December 27th, 2024

    Are there meals included during the tour?

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    • Highland Experience ToursOperatorWritten December 2024

      Breakfast is included at each hotel, but no other meals are provided during the tour.

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