4 Day Skye Spectacular

Day 1

We depart Edinburgh in the morning and set off on our adventure, a full day of exploration and excitement ahead. We strike out into the Highlands seeking out spectacular scenery, clan rivalry and the odd monster. 

• Forth Bridges
• Pitlochry/Dunkeld
• Whisky Drinking
• Culloden Battlefield
• Loch Ness
• Glen Shiel 
• Eilean Donan Castle
• Kyleakin

Day 2

A full day's adventure lies ahead exploring the incredible Isle of Skye as we set off from Kyleakin around the island that has inspired countless artists and creators. Crammed with stunning vistas, breathtaking hikes and entrancing tales of warriors, monsters and faeries. Spend most of the day off the bus getting amongst it! 

• Sligachan
• The Cuillin
• Faerie Pools
• Portree
• Old Man of Storr
• Kilt Rock
• The Quiraing

Day 3

Our extra day in Skye is full of adventure as we explore some of the lesser known spots on the Isle of Skye. Taking advantage of our Kilted Tour Guide's expert knowledge we head towards the Waternish Peninsula and fit in a hike or two along the way. 

• Fairy Glen
• Neist Point Lighthouse
• Sleat Peninsula
• Talisker Bay
• Glenbrittle
• Dunvegan

Day 4

We say goodbye to the misty isle and head south taking in views of the Nevis range and Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. We’ll discover the haunting beauty of Glen Coe and hear tales of clan massacres, the likes of which inspired George R.R. Martin's "Game of Thrones" series.

• Ben Nevis
• Fort William
• Glen Coe
• Rannoch Moor
• Doune Castle
• Wallace Monument
  
  

The above itinerary is not set in stone! Your guide may use their knowledge to modify the itinerary to best suit the Scottish weather & to maximise your experience.
 

Book with Confidence
We know it’s difficult to be confident that your plans will go ahead in these confusing times, but all MacBackpackers Tour come with a Book With Confidence Guarantee.

Book on one of our tours for just 25% upfront and rest assured that no matter what happens you have the chance to change your plans. As part of our pledge all our tours can now be rescheduled with 48 hours notice completely for free! Any tours rescheduled within 48 hours of arrival will be subject to a £50 rebooking fee, but this tour can be redeemed at any time (subject to availability).

So don’t let the stress of life put you off your dream trip to Scotland, book with us and travel with confidence! 

No discounts available on this trip
As this trip is already discounted, we cannot offer any discounts on this tour. Promo codes won't work on this tour and if they are used the discount will be removed after the booking is made.

Where We Stay

Check out the hostels we stay at and FAQs for important information and frequently asked questions.

We have a number of small friendly hostels in the highlands that we use for your accommodation during your tour with us. Although we cannot guarantee the exact hostel at the time of booking, accommodation will still be reserved and guaranteed for you.

 

Accommodation is not included in the price of our tours

We understand that it's extremely difficult to find accommodation in the Highlands, which is why every person on one of our tours has a bed provisionally held for them at each of our partner hostels along the route. All nights are priced from £32 per night including breakfast and are available as an add-on to your tour in the options section of the booking window. You are welcome to pay for this upfront during your tour booking or at one of our 3 Edinburgh Hostels on or before your departure date.

Departs at 9am from Castle Rock Hostel! We highly recommend spending the night before in Edinburgh to guarantee you'll make the departure time.

*25% deposit option is only available for tours booked 28 days or more in advance of departure date.