Isle of Skye Winter Tour
Get ready for an unforgettable 4-day winter tour to the Isle of Skye from Edinburgh complete with a trip to see Cairngorms Reindeers! This immersive tour promises an exhilarating blend of historical sights, outdoor adventure and cultural discovery, all expertly guided for an experience that will linger in your memory forever. This meticulously crafted small group or private tour (max. 8 people) also includes 3 nights of accommodation, breakfast, ferry crossings and a tour to see the Cairngorms Reindeer Herd. Make sure to book your place today!
Winter Tour Overview
- Starting Point: Edinburgh
- Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Dates: 1st November to 28th February
- Group Size: 2-8 People
- Transportation: Comfortable minivan
- Twin Room Price: 2-3 People £900pp, 4-8 People £625pp
- Individual Room Price: 2-3 People £1,025pp, 4-8 People £750pp
Isle of Skye Tour Highlights
- Cairngorms Reindeer Tour – come face to face with the only remaining reindeer herd in Scotland.
- Hiking the Old Man of Storr – Experience the legendary hike to the Old Man of Storr on the Isle of Skye, where giant and fairy folklore meets stunning scenery.
- Visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct – the railway bridge that became world famous from the Harry Potter movies.
- Eilean Donan, Kilchurn and Doune Castle – explore incredible Scottish castles
- Chase the Northern Lights – the sun is currently at its solar maximum making Northern Light appearances more regular than ever
Book Your Isle of Skye Tour Today
Ready to explore Scotland? Contact us today to put down your 20% deposit and reserve your place on this unforgettable 4-Day Isle of Skye winter tour!
Tripadvisor Reviews
Donald M2024-09-28 Do it! Fantastic tour, ridiculous value for money. Rob was a perfect host, knowledgeable and interesting, with some great dad jokes which we all loved. If you’re a Potterhead it’s a must, and a great way to see our capital too Laura S2024-09-19 Highlands and Isle of Skye 4 day tour My mum and I did the 4 day tour of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye. It was incredible. From the moment we left, Rob entertained us with history, stories and dad jokes. We got to see castles, ruins and so much nature. Highlights were the Creag An Tuirc walk, Hagrid's hut, Dumbledore's grave, the steam train, Isle of Rum and the Quirang. I mentioned that I love birds and he made sure to point out any birds of prey especially that we saw. He was happy to adjust the tour based on our wants and needs. I have celiac disease and he worked hard to make sure we were eating in restaurants that served my needs. I am also a coffee person and he found great coffee shops for us to enjoy each day! On the day we did the boat trip we had to adjust our trip and visited the Isle of Rum instead of the Isle of Canna. It was so lovely and such an interesting trip to learn about the culture on that island. In the Isle of Skye we stayed in these beautiful pods on a large piece of land. Though Rob called it "glamping" it was much nicer in my opinion. The amount he was able to squeeze into 4 days is truly astounding. This was a once in a lifetime trip and I highly recommend using Rob for your tour. He is compassionate, attentive and a great listener as well as being quick to laugh. We truly had the best time and can't wait to return and hopefully go with him to see the puffins!! swifties012024-09-18 A great mix of old, new, and imaginary We had a great tour on a lovely, sunny day. The walk covered some very interesting spots in Edinburgh, and we learned a bunch about Edinburgh's current culture, in addition to some fascinating tidbits about the inspiration for some of the Harry Potter characters and settings. I can happily recommend this tour! Frances O2024-09-11 Wonderful 4 day Isle of Skye tour with Rob Carr tours What a wonderful trip, the scenery was breathtaking, the itinerary was well thought out and varied. The Jacobite ( Harry Potter) train ride is a must. I loved our cosy glamping pods. Nothing was too much trouble, Rob was professional and great fun, be prepared for terrible jokes. I would highly recommend Rob’s tours whether it’s a walking tour or a longer tour of the highlands. Loved it. Thank you Rob. AmyMMc2024-09-10 Wonderful tour! My daughter and I had such a fun time on this tour. Rob was knowledgeable and quite funny. He had a lot of dad jokes to share along the way. Not only was it a Harry Potter tour, but we learned more about the city as well. I highly recommend this tour with Rob! Mara2024-09-06 Definitely recommend it Such a fun and kind guy, easy to speak with. He knows a lot and loves to share it with you. Definitely recommend it! I really enjoyed it will be back to book another tour with Robert! Jim P2024-09-05 Great entertaining tour informative and fun Met Rob with my family and another couple, was great to be in a small intimate group. Rob was outstanding at his job, the tour was fun and informative. Robs personal knowledge of the area and of Harry Potter combined with his ability to entertain my teenage kids and us adults was terrific. I would definitely advise those looking for a great tour to book Rob. Thank you for your time, my kids loved it. Sian S2024-09-05 Really fun relaxed tour We had a really fun 2 hours on our tour with Rob seeing some amazing Harry Potter sights and learning some history about Edinburgh. Rob is a great guy and made everyone in the group feel at ease so lots of laughs were had and his knowledge was really vast. Really enjoyed our time and will definitely be booking more tours with Rob next time we're back in Scotland . Marta Ł2024-09-05 10/10 - I truly recommend tour with Rob! We were on a tour with my non-Potterhead boyfriend and despite of his fear that he will not derive as much fun from this tour as me, he claimed after, that he had much fun too. Rob is such a nice and funny person with a huge knowledge about not only HP and Edinbrugh/Scotland history but also cuisine. He has great advices on where you can taste unusual Scottish delights - such as donut inspired by traditional dessert. Rob's tour is very interactive, he not only lectures - he ask questions about our guesses about histories, he joke a lot and I see that he personalizes a bit the tour based on real-time feedback or tourist's reactions. I highly recommend. Moose7172024-08-28 Good mix of history and Harry Rob was a great guide. Knowledgeable about the history of Edinburgh as well as Harry Potter. Adjusted focus of the tour stories based on our interests. Made museum and food recommendations as we walked. Nice tour - great guide.
Isle of Skye Winter Tour Itinerary
Day 1: The Highlands of Scotland
The adventure begins as we travel north-west into the stunning Trossachs National Park for breakfast, where we’ll fuel up for a day of exploration. First, we’ll visit two of Scotland’s most enchanting castle ruins: Doune Castle, famous for appearing in Outlander and Game of Thrones, and Finlarig Castle. From there, we’ll drive through the breathtaking landscapes of Glencoe, known for its dramatic scenery and turbulent past. After taking in the incredible views of Glencoe, we’ll stop at the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter films, before heading over to the Isle of Skye.
Day 2: Full Day on the Isle of Skye
Our full day on Skye will unveil the wonders of the Trotternish Peninsula, hiking to the Old Man of Storr for sunrise. We’ll pause for a delightful lunch in the picturesque town of Portree before venturing to iconic landscapes such as the Quiraing, Kilt Rock, Fairy Glen, Rha Falls and the ruins of Duntulm Castle.
Day 3: Eilean Donan Castle And Loch Ness
On our third day, we’ll begin early by bidding farewell to the Isle of Skye and heading back to the mainland. Whilst driving through the region of Kyle of Lochalsh we will visit Eilean Donan, the most photographed castle in Scotland. From here we will make our way over to the world famous Loch Ness to spot the legendary Loch Ness monster. Then sneaking in the birthplace of the Golden Retriever, and then take a scenic detour to the stunning Plodda Falls. before finishing the day in Inverness.
Day 4: Cairngorms Reindeer Tour
Our journey continues as we stop by Carrbridge, home to the annual World Porridge Championships, before trekking into the Cairngorms to meet the majestic Cairngorm Reindeer Herd. We’ll finish the day in the charming town of Dunkeld, ending the trip with a memorable walk through the towering Douglas Fir Trees of The Hermitage, leading to the dramatic Black Linn falls.
FAQs
Start – All guests will be picked up from accommodation between 6.45-7.40am
Finish – Approximately 6-8pm drop at accommodation
Mandatory: Photo ID
Recommended: Travel insurance, waterproof jacket, trousers, hiking boots, second pair of socks, insect repellent, gloves, hat, warm clothing, any snacks for the bus or hike, reusable water bottle and power bank
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Booking Process
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Cancellation by You
If you wish to cancel or make any amendments to the tour, please notify us immediately in writing as cancellation charges may apply. Note the date the written communication is sent will be the effective date of cancellation. In the event of cancellation by you, cancellation charges may be payable, as set out below.
Extended Tours
For all extended scheduled tours (tours of one day or more [excluding walking tours]) have a 20% non-refundable deposit at the time of confirmation. The outstanding 80% balance of the tour price must be paid by no later than 30 days prior to the scheduled and confirmed tour departure date. Receipts for all payments will be provided after successful payment has been made. For any cancellations the charges shall apply (depending on the effective date of cancellation):-
- cancellation more than 30 days before the tour date: 20% of the tour price;
- cancellation between 14 days and 30 days before the tour date: 50% of the tour price;
- cancellation less than 14 days before the tour date: 100% of the tour price;
- in the event of a ‘no show’ you will be charged 100% of the tour price.
Cancellation by us
Rob Carr Tours reserves the right to cancel tours which experience unavoidable and unanticipated circumstances beyond our control. If we cancel then we will always refund the total amount received from the customer.
Change to itinerary
The itinerary must be taken as an indication of what each Group should accomplish and not as a contractual obligation on the part of Rob Carr Tours. Any changes in itinerary may be caused by local political conditions, delays, mechanical breakdown, weather, border restrictions, sickness or other unforeseeable circumstances. It is a fundamental condition when booking the tour described that you accept flexibility of the itinerary and acknowledge that delays and alterations with resulting consequences, comfort or disappointments are possible.
Insurance
There is no travel insurance cover provided as part any of the products sold by Rob Carr Tours. We do not accept responsibility for lost personal possessions and/or luggage on any point of the tour as well as any additional expenses experienced through delays, sickness, weather or other grounds out with our control. Additionally, we strongly recommend to purchase a travel insurance policy covering personal possessions, medical, travel, cancellation etc.