View allIt just felt like I was in the stories, as Neil described what unfolded we were actually around the places where these things happened.
Wanderer, traveled in February
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- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 4 - 27
- Age range 18 to 39
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Scottish Highlands and admire its scenery
- See the remarkable Eilean Donan and search for Nessie
- Soak up the vibes, sights and sounds of Scotland
- Learn about the emotive history of the Culloden Battle
- View Ben Nevis and marvel Glencoe's haunting beauty
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
What's Included
- Guide
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Optional
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MacBackpackers
Number of tours
3
Age Range
18 to 39 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
96%
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- Overall RatingExcellent
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- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- IIneka· May 4th, 2025Absolutely amazing!! Gorgeous sites, fascinating history, and great people!! Shout out to wonderful tour guide Branka for being so welcoming and entertaining! :)Show more
MacBackpackers commented on this reviewThank you for your wonderful review Ineka! We're so glad you chose to visit Scotland with us. We hope to see you again someday!Trip date: May 2025 - RRochelle· April 27th, 2025Great holiday package and service with no issues at all. Thanks Stewart and the whole team for a fantastic flawless holiday. Will definitely book with you again.Show moreMacBackpackers commented on this reviewThank you for your wonderful review! It was so great to have you on tour with us Rochelle. I hope that we get to see you again someday :)
Trip date: April 2025 - JJulia· April 26th, 2025We had an absolutely unforgettable experience touring the Highlands and the Isle of Skye with our incredible guide Stewart from MacBackpackers! From start to finish, Stewart brought the trip to life with his deep knowledge of Scottish history, folklore, and landscapes. His passion for the region is contagious, and he managed to blend humor, storytelling, and local insights in the most engaging way. Every stop on the tour was perfectly timed and thoughtfully chosen—from breathtaking hikes and hidden gems to cozy local spots we never would have found on our own. If you’re thinking of exploring Scotland, do yourself a favor and go with MacBackpackers—and hope you get Stewart as your guide :)Show moreMacBackpackers commented on this reviewThank you Julia, we are so excited that you had such an amazing life experience on your tour. Welcome to the clan, we hope you will always remember us!Trip date: March 2025
- Jamie· April 13th, 2025Fantastic experience! I've recommended going on this tour to everyone I've spoken with back home. Stu is a phenomenal tour guide and has inspired me to learn more about the history of Britain. We spent three days enjoying the sights whilst Stuart informed the group of the history of each spot or general Scottish history, sprinkled in some folklore stories, with a dash of local music that more than fit the cinematic views. All whilst having a good laugh throughout haha. Can't imagine a better guide!Show moreMacBackpackers commented on this reviewWhat an amazing experience, we're so glad you had such a good time. Thank you for your review Jamie. We are touched to hear you have been signing our praises back home. All the best!Trip date: February 2025
- Evie· April 8th, 2025Stuart told great stories along the trip, and we saw some amazing places! Great trip!Show moreMacBackpackers commented on this reviewThanks for your lovely review Evie! We hope to see you up in Scotland again somedayTrip date: April 2025
- BHBailee· April 6th, 202510/10, would recommend!! This trip is a wonderful way to get to see some of the magnificent highlights of Scotland within a short few days, and to meet some really amazing fellow travellers. Our tour guide, Stewart, was the one who really made this trip special however. He was incredibly charismatic and charming, and a pleasure to listen to. You were instantly aware of just how passionate he is about the history, storytelling, music, and life on Scotland. He curated the perfect trip for us, and I cannot express my appreciation for his dedication enough. Thank you!Show moreMacBackpackers commented on this reviewWe are so glad to hear you had such an incredible experience Bailee! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review it really means a lot.Trip date: April 2025
- Andy· April 6th, 2025Had a wonderful time. (Go for the longer one if time permits)Show moreMacBackpackers commented on this reviewThanks for your review Andy! We hope you'll join us for a longer tour someday :)Trip date: April 2025
- ABAnnie· March 17th, 2025Stewart is an amazing tour guide. Brought the group together in the beginning and was very profession in everything he did. He's knowledge on everything Scottish was amazing and you could ask him anything and he would usually know the answer. 10/10Show moreMacBackpackers commented on this reviewThank you for your wonderful review Annie! We love Stewart and we're so happy he was so good for you during your tour. We'll be passing on your review and we really hope to see you in Scotland again someday!Trip date: March 2025
- Wanderer· February 17th, 2025Neil was an excellent guide throughout the trip, honestly some of my favorite parts was listening to him tell us Scottish Folktales. It just felt like I was in the stories, as Neil described what unfolded we were actually around the places where these things happened. He just cares so much about his country and he brings his passion for it to every aspect of the tour. My other favorite moment was when we all jumped into Loch Ness, Neil looked at us like we were crazy but he found us a spot where it would be easy to swim. Honestly, simultaneously the coldest and best swim I've ever had. This trip was just such an adventure, and I would definitely recommend to anyone who wanted to see AND experience Scotland.Show moreMacBackpackers commented on this reviewThank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad you got a chance to swim in Loch Ness and meet Neil, he's an absolute gem. We hope to see you again someday!Trip date: February 2025
- Anna· February 17th, 2025Epic Highland Adventure with MacBackpackers Just got back from a backpacking tour with MacBackpackers through the Highlands and Isle of Skye, and it was incredible! The guides were super knowledgeable and chill, making the whole trip fun and laid-back. The scenery was out of this world—think misty mountains, crystal-clear lochs, and stunning peaks. The hikes were challenging but manageable, and the group vibe was awesome. Neil (our guide/driver/new best friend) made the drive unforgettable by sharing his playlist with us. The stunning landscapes and the lore he added gave the the magical context and background for these amazing locations. Ive never felt like ive been closer to heaven or magic. If you’re looking for adventure, good vibes, and unreal landscapes, this tour is a must. Can’t wait to do it again!Show moreTrip date: February 2025
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Margaret
Asked on April 20th, 2025Could we join this tour knowing that this is predominanlty a younger crowd? We are very chill and ready for a great trip
MacBackpackersOperator•Written April 2025Our guests are mostly in their early twenties and book with us specifically because we have a set age restriction and they want to hang out and socialise with other people their age. I hope you can understand! However, there are plenty of other tour companies out there who don't have an age restriction, who would be able to give you the adventure you are looking for.
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Pauline
Asked on March 22nd, 2025May I know if this tour will go to the Glenfinnan Viaduct?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written March 2025
The 3 day Isle of Skye tour does not go to the Glenfinnan viaduct, but we do have tours that do. If you wanted to see the viaduct, then the 3 day Loch Ness and Skye Magic tour and the 5 day Highland Fling tour both include the Glenfinnan viaduct in their itineraries.
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Marcela
Asked on February 21st, 2025Can I store my large luggage at the hostel during the tour?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written February 2025
Yes, you can leave larger bags in the Castle Rock Hostel’s secure luggage storage for the duration of the trip.
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Kristen
Asked on February 18th, 2025Are there other taxes to pay? Can I know what type of accommodation is on the Isle of Skye? A hostel or rooms? Breakfast included? What else do I need to know? What type of clothing? Is trekking clothing ok?
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Kristen
Traveler•Written February 2025my age is 58 I'm very athletic, this is a problem? I read ade 18-39? I'm excluded?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written February 2025
Unfortunately if you outside of the age range we won't be able to accommodate you on the tour. This is for a few reasons, part of it being the fitness of guests but also the fact that we try to create the best atmosphere for young people to meet and connect on our Highland trips. This means that we have sold the idea of a young person's tour to the rest of the guests on tour and we need to respect that they want to travel with people their own age.
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Robin
Asked on January 31st, 2025I need exact time and place for the start of the tour and end of the tour. And how far is the start & end point from airport. If we come directly from Airport to the start point, how much luggage size per person is available.
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written January 2025
For this tour we would highly recommend arriving in Edinburgh the night before and staying overnight, as the tour will be leaving at 8 am and you would need to arrive at Castle Rock Hostel (the departure point) at 7:30 to check in. The tour will end at the same point, we generally arrive around 6 pm but as we can't guarantee timings on the roads, we recommend choosing a late flight out or spending the night in Edinburgh. The starting point is a 30 minute taxi from the airport or 45 minutes with public transport and walking. Free luggage storage is available at the departure point, but you're also able to travel with a cabin sized bag for the boot and a day bag.
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Robin
Traveler•Written January 2025When I am booking, it's saying tour only or accommodation also. I want all included.
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written January 2025
The accommodation is not included in the price on TourRadar, but comes to £34 per night which includes breakfast. You can pay for this at the departure point when you arrive for the tour or if you book direct you'll be able to add it as an option when making the booking.
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Joshua
Asked on January 27th, 2025Are we staying one night at castle rock and the other at Kyleakin village, 2 nights is it?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written January 2025
The tour is 2 nights, 3 days. Both nights are spent in Kyleakin, but you can book your nights before and after the tour at Castle Rock when you book direct. Otherwise, you'll receive a discount code for 10% off a stay at Castle Rock, High Street Hostel or Royal Mile Backpackers with your booking confirmation.
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Joshua
Traveler•Written January 2025I will be coming a day before departure so will it be possible for me to stay in castle rock for a good deal? Can you please give me the list of paid tourist spots that we cover so that I can bring bucks based on that?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written January 2025
We recommend that you book the accommodation at Castle Rock Hostel directly with them. At the moment the prices are very good. We understand that our demographic is young travelers who don't have a lot of money, and because of this we try and keep the costs down where ever we can, so we usually visit places which don't have entrance fees. With that said, the guides may choose to change the itinerary based on weather and road conditions, so to be on the safe side, it's always good to have some extra money in case of a rainy day. We recommend between £30-£50. I would also like to remind you to bring enough funds for food.
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Gabi
Asked on December 6th, 2024Is the tour price listed on Tour Radar comprehensive of all costs?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written December 2024
No, the price listed on Tour Radar is for the tour only. Additional costs include accommodation and potentially other personal expenses.
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Jen
Asked on November 4th, 2024Is this suitable for this tour? My wife is disabled and has a mobility scooter.
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written November 2024
Our tours are not suitable for people with mobility issues as our coaches do not support wheelchair or scooter users, and tours involve hiking on uneven and rigid paths, which does require a basic level of fitness.
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Deborah
Asked on October 18th, 2024I need hotel accommodation; please kindly provide me a price quote for just the hotels as requested in the document.
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written October 2024
We are a backpacking style tour company offering budget tours for 18-39 year olds. We cannot quote for any part of your itinerary.
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Maude
Asked on September 21st, 2024What happens if I need to cancel a ticket last minute?
- MacBackpackersOperator•Written September 2024
You can contact a TourRadar agent who will help with the cancellation. You may receive a partial refund according to our terms and conditions.
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