From €2,500

Tour of the Highlands and Islands

Code: 143

THE TRIP

An experience to remember

We will live a unique cultural journey to the Scottish Highlands. We will immerse ourselves in the spectacular scenery, legendary castles and rich culture of Scotland. Starting in Perthshire, known as the “Land of the Great Trees,” it will take us through the Highlands, past the famous Loch Ness and overnighting in Inverness. We will explore the Northwest Highlands, with its ancient mountains and its Geopark. We will discover white sand beaches and turquoise waters, along with exotic flora. The magical Isle of Skye, Mull and Iona await us with their stories and breathtaking scenery. We will visit the famous Staffa Island and its puffin colony, as well as the impressive Fingal Cave. The return trip to Edinburgh will take us through the Central Highlands and the Trossachs, offering us the opportunity to admire beautiful landscapes, lakes and mountains. Join this journey to experience the beauty, wildlife, history and traditions of Scotland.

STEP BY STEP

Itinerary

Day 1. Arrival in Edinburgh

Pick up at the airport and transfer to the hotel.

Day 2. Edinburgh – Bruar – Loch Ness – Urquhart Castle – Inverness

On the first day of our exciting journey, we will explore the beautiful region of Perthshire, known as the “Gateway to the Highlands”. Our first stop will take us to the spectacular Bruar Rapids, where the waters fall among majestic trees, creating a dream place. Continue to the famous Loch Ness, visiting the ruins of Urquhart Castle on its banks and exploring its exceptional visitor centre. We will spend the night in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, as part of this fascinating cultural tour of Scotland.

Day 3. Inverness – Glenmorangie – Castle Ardvreck – Almelvich – Ullapool

We will go into the extreme Northwest or “Far North”. We will experience the grandeur and wild nature of the Assynt Mountains as we traverse the North West Highlands Geopark, Scotland’s only geological park. At Glenmorangie Distillery, we will discover the process of creating Scotch whisky. Advancing towards Assynt, we will visit the impressive ruins of the 15th century Castle of Ardvreck and enjoy Almelvich, one of the most beautiful beaches on the west coast. We will conclude the day in the picturesque fishing village of Ullapool, immersing ourselves in the beauty and culture of this region.

Day 4. Ullapool – Corrieshalloch – Gardens of Inverewe – Torridon – Plockton

We will discover the amazing Wester Ross region. Starting towards the south, we will visit the spectacular Corrieshalloch Gorge, a deep and wooded ravine formed by water, which is a prominent example of river canyon in the United Kingdom. We will walk through the Inverewe Gardens, a beautiful estate full of exotic plants and brightly colored trees from all over the world. The road will take us to Gairloch, along the beautiful Loch Maree and to Torridon with its grandiose mountain scenery. At the Torridon Visitor Centre, we will understand why this place attracts hikers, naturalists and geologists from all over the world. We will end the day in Plockton, a beautiful villa where tropical plants grow in public parks.

Day 5. The Isle of Skye

We arrive at the magical Isle of Skye, where tradition intertwines with local hospitality. We will explore its treasures according to the weather and available time: the north of the island is home to the spectacular Quiraing with its fascinating geology, and Kilt Rock, a basalt column cliff with a waterfall that plunges into the sea. We will visit the impressive Neist Point, the westernmost point of Skye, with a walk by the lighthouse. Skye is a world of legends and natural beauty, where every corner tells a story and every landscape is a masterpiece of nature.

Day 6. Skye – Eilean Donan Castle – Fort William – Glencoe – Oban

We will start the day with a visit to the strategically located Eilean Donan Castle, famous for its appearance in the movie “The Immortals”. We will travel to Fort William along the beautiful “Road of the Islands”, passing under the spectacular summits of Kintail and admiring the historic Glen Shiel Valley, scene of the Battle of Glen Shiel in 1719. We will cross Fort William, with Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the United Kingdom, and arrive at the iconic Glencoe Valley, scene of the “Glencoe Massacre” in 1692. Finally, we will follow the shore of Loch Linnhe until we reach Oban, our destination today. A day full of history, natural beauty and Scottish culture.

Day 7. Oban – Isle of Mull – Iona – Staffa – La Cueva de Fingal

We will tour the beautiful Isle of Mull and its spectacular scenery. We will visit the small island of Iona, with its historic Abbey founded by St. Columban in 563. St. Columban was the first Christian missionary to visit what we know today as Scotland. We will explore the impressive Staffa Island, known for its puffin colony and the famous Fingal Cave, a basalt formation sculpted by the strength of the elements. These islands have a rich history and natural beauty that will leave you breathless.

Day 8. Oban – Kilchurn Castle – Killin – The Trossachs – Edinburgh

We will visit the impressive Kilchurn Castle, situated on the shores of the beautiful Loch Awe Lake, with Ben Cruachan as a backdrop. On the way back to Edinburgh, we will enjoy panoramic views of the Central Highlands and tour charming villages such as Killin, located next to Loch Tay and under the majestic Breadalbane Mountains, known as “The Heart of Scotland”. We will get to know the beautiful Trossachs, a place full of quiet and picturesque corners. Finally, we will return to Edinburgh, ending this sensational cultural journey through the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.