9-Day Small Group Isle of Skye Tour and beyond
We love the opportunity to bring travellers from around the globe together through our small-group Scotland trips. This September, you can join our ultimate 9-day Isle of Skye tour from Edinburgh showcasing the best of Scotland’s Highlands and islands. Highlights include a Jacobite Steam Train tour, a whisky tasting experience, a boat trip from Skye to see the puffins and lots more.
This small group trip is perfect for like-minded adventurers seeking a personalised small group experience (maximum 7 people). Discover Scottish castles, enjoy exhilarating hiking trails, and immerse yourself in Scotland’s world-famous whisky culture.
The Isle of Skye Tour package includes 8 nights of accommodation with breakfast, a Dunvegan Castle Tour, a whisky tour and a boat trip to the puffins. Don’t miss the chance to experience the best of Scotland this September – book your place today!
Tour Overview
- Starting Point: Edinburgh
- Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
- Dates: August 2025
- Group Size: Maximum of 7 People
- Transportation: Comfortable minivan
- Price: Twin / double room – £1,750 per person, single room – £1,950.
- Includes: Accommodation and breakfast, Isle of Canna boat trip, whisky tour and Dunvegan Castle
- Optional Extras: Jacobite Steam Train
Isle of Skye Tour Highlights
- Isle of Canna Puffin Boat Trip – spot the wonderful nesting seabirds like puffins, kittiwakes and razor bills as well as learning about the incredible geology of the Inner Hebrides
- Optional trip on the Jacobite Steam Train – with enough notice you can board the real life Hogwarts Express you will go over the Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Eilean Donan, Dunvegan, Kilchurn and Doune Castle – explore incredible Scottish castles
- Portree, Tarbert and Oban – visit the charming seaside towns
- Hike to the Old Man of Storr – as well as other epic Scotland viewpoints
Contact Us to Book Your Tour
Keen to join this epic 9-Day Scotland Tour? Contact us today to reserve your spot on this unforgettable tour!
Tour Reviews
9-Day Scotland Tour Itinerary
Day 1: The Highlands of Scotland
The adventure begins travelling north west into the Trossachs National Park for breakfast where we will prepare ourselves for a day of exploring some of Scotland’s most enchanting castle ruins: Doune, Finlarig, and Kilchurn. Then drive through Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most beautiful landscapes, locally known as ‘the valley of the weeping’ for its brutal history. Our final stop for the day will be the vibrant coastal town of Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland, where we will spend the night.
Day 2: Jacobite Steam Train Tour
On the second day, wake up in the beautiful seaside town of Oban, enjoying incredible views over the Inner Hebrides, including the Isles of Mull and Kerrera. Our first stop is Fort William, where if requested we will board the Jacobite Steam Train, the real-life Hogwarts Express, and take the iconic route over the Glenfinnan Viaduct, finishing up at Mallaig.
Rather than taking a return journey to Fort William we will take the scenic ferry over to the stunning Isle of Skye. Our adventure on Skye begins as we head towards the enchanting landscapes of Sligachan and the charming town of Portree. We’ll then continue our exploration before spending a restful night in the quaint village of Uig looking to spot Northern Lights.
Day 3: Hiking the Old Man of Storr on the Isle of Skye
Now that we have settled on the Isle of Skye it is time to explore the islands otherworldly landscapes. There is no better way to do this than through the incredible short hikes to the Old Man of Storr and the Quiraing.
Day 4: Isle of Canna Puffin Tour
Day four starts with an exhilarating 4 hour boat tour, cruising around the Small Isles learning about the geology of the Cuillins, the Isle of Rum shipwreck and the local wildlife as well as landing on the Isle of Canna for lunch. Keeping watch for minke whales, dolphins, basking sharks, and sea eagles. When spotted, the crew will ensure that we stop by to enjoy their company.
The day isn’t finished yet though! We will visit Dunvegan Castle, Fairy Glen and Rha Falls!
Day 5-8: To Be Confirmed – Dependent on 2025 Ferry Timetable
Day 9: Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness and The Hermitage of Dunkeld
On our final day, we start at the old Sligachan bridge to view the Black Cuillins before waving goodbye to the island and returning to the mainland. Whilst driving through the region of Kyle of Lochalsh we will take the opportunity to visit the most photographed castle in Scotland, Eilean Donan. As well as savouring some unique treats at Manuela’s Wee Bakery before making our way towards the charming town of Dunkeld. Here we finish off the trip with a bang at The Hermitage walking through the huge Douglas Fir Trees to the Black Linn falls.