4-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
Description
Escape Edinburgh and discover Scotland’s untamed beauty on this 4-day small-group tour to the Isle of Skye and the West Highlands. Explore Glencoe’s dramatic valleys, cross Rannoch Moor, and admire Glenfinnan’s iconic viaduct. Travel across to Skye to witness the Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, and breathtaking coastal cliffs. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, search for Nessie at Loch Ness, and uncover Highland legends in charming villages. With a passionate driver-guide, comfortable travel, and plenty of free time to explore, this tour combines Scotland’s most iconic sights with hidden gems. Numbers limited to 16, ensuring a personalised experience.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
- B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- *Overnight stay in Broadford on the Isle of Skye between November to March.
- ** During the winter months (October till the end of April) you take a scenic route through Kyle of Lochalsh and drive over the Skye Bridge.
- Please note that Eilean Donan Castle will be closed from 23 December 2026 to 1 February 2027 (inclusive). During this period, the tour will include a photo stop overlooking the castle, but entry to the castle will not be possible. No alternative stop will be added; instead, more time will be spent at other locations on the tour.
Reviews(205)
Recently returned from a two week trip to Scotland during which we went on 3 separate Rabbie’s tours. The 3 day Isles of Iona and Mull was great. The optional excursion to Fingal’s Cave on Staffa was a highlight. Our guide Tom was very nice and knowledgeable. Secondly, we did the one day Castles and Lochs tour. It was a good day but many stops were already visited on our other tour. Our guide Mina was good. Our last tour was the 4 day one to the Isle of Skye and Highlands. This tour took us to some of the most beautiful places that I have ever seen! Our tour guide Jim Divine was outstanding!! He made a point of getting to know each person on the tour and through that interaction he was able to point out areas of interest that enhanced our trip. Thanks again Jim for the Fairy Pools!! Looking forward to booking with Rabbie’s tours again in the future.
This tour was fantastic, Lucy our leader was excellent, knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. She worked hard to make it a great experience for us all and had a quirky sense of humour. I think it would have been good if Lucy had got us all to introduce ourselves sometime during the first day. We saw so many interesting places and the scenery was stunning. The accommodation on Skye was very good, I stayed at the White Heathers B&B which very comfortable and lovely breakfast. The hotel in Fort William was comfortable, but the staff could have been more welcoming and friendly. Overall it was a great exoerience.
I thoroughly enjoyed this four-day trip. I saw breath-taking landscapes, met charming friendly people, and stayed in quaint places. Our guide, Kelly Queen of Scotland, was the best. She's a very competent driver, highly knowledgeable guide, and a genuinely nice person. Also, she's a great storyteller and tells the best bad cheese jokes. I'd highly recommend this trip.
Absolutely amazing tour. Our guide Robbie was wonderful and accommodating. The scenery and the little extra touches were fabulous. Wonderful trip
We had amazing guides. Andy and Sean showed us the highlands, told us parts of the history and where amazing in improvising a new sightseeing experience after the train got cancelled. The Murtle Bay B&B we stayed in was the best accommodation ever!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rabbie’s Tours – Guided by Michael If you’re coming to Scotland, book with Michael! From the very first moment, he made it his mission to ensure every single one of us had the best possible experience—and he absolutely delivered. His passion for what he does shines through in everything: the stories, the laughter, the hidden gems, the perfectly timed stops, and even the soundtrack! (Yes, he added new songs to my playlist!) Michael isn’t just a guide—he’s a fountain of knowledge, a storyteller, and someone who genuinely loves sharing Scotland’s magic. Because of him, this tour has exceeded every expectation. The B&Bs we stayed in were incredible, the views unforgettable, and every day felt like a new adventure. One of my biggest bucket-list dreams was to stand in Loch Ness—and I did it! Everything since has been an even greater and more stunning experience. Thank you, Michael, for making this journey one I’ll never forget.
We do not normally do arranged tours but due to time and distance the 4 day tour to Isle of Skye ticked all our boxes. With trepidation we set off but any concerns we had were very quickly gone. Colin our tour guide/driver was amazing - very knowledgeable and easy going. Gave thought to group and individual needs. And the tour itself…. Incredible. There is no way we would have seen and learnt as much as we did doing it solo.
Our 4-day trip to the Isle of Skye was fantastic! Our guide, Rhys, did everything he could to cater to our wishes and show us the most beautiful parts of the island. He even took us to places he had only heard about but had never been to himself. The bed and breakfasts were very cozy and offered a wide selection of breakfast options—including dairy-free options if required. The tour group was also great overall, and we will look back on this trip with fond memories for a long time to come.
The booking was easy. The accommodations were nice. We were in a horrible storm so im sure they did what they could to make it fun.
Duncan, our tour guide was super. He got to know us by our first names. He was knowledgeable and kept us informed as we went along. He even knew a bit about Irish connections for us Dubliners. Totally enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend it
