Starting on the 9th May 2027 | 7 Seats Available
9-Day Scotland Hiking Tour | Mull, Skye, Eigg & Highlands
Guided Active Hebrides & Highland Walking Holiday
Designed for active travellers seeking true physical immersion, this 9-day Scotland hiking tour crosses the wild landscapes of Mull, Skye, the hidden-gem Isle of Eigg, and the Western Highlands.
Departing Edinburgh on 9th May 2027, this trip takes full advantage of Scotland’s longer spring daylight and midge-free trail conditions. Strictly limited to 7 guests, this is an unhurried, summit-led journey built for those with good cardio fitness and steady footing. You’ll scramble up the dramatic pitch of An Sgùrr, traverse the ancient landslips of The Quiraing, track sea eagles along Ben Tianavaig, and conquer the iconic ridge trail to the Old Man of Storr for sweeping views over the Sound of Raasay.
Off the trail, the pace remains intentional: single-malt distillery tastings, ancient coastal castles, and quiet evenings in historic Highland inns over local seafood, regional produce, and well-earned drams.
Hiking Adventure Overview
📅 Tour Dates: 9th May – 18th May 2027 (starting and finishing in Edinburgh)
🚐 Transport: Comfortable 9-seater minivan
💼 What’s included: Accommodation with breakfast, all ferry crossings, guided transport throughout, Ceilidh dancing, Staffa & Lunga boat excursion, selected castle visits, and a whisky distillery tour and tasting.
Captain’s Note: Just fasten your seatbelt for a cracking trip! The pace stays entirely relaxed so you can truly absorb the magic of the Highlands, rather than rushing through a rigid timetable.
Book Your 9-Day Scotland Adventure
8 Nights of Accommodation & Breakfast Included
Max 7 people
Pick up location: Accommodation
Enquire below for availability and to reserve your space
Guided Active Hebrides & Highland Walking Holiday
Designed for active travellers seeking true physical immersion, this 9-day Scotland hiking tour crosses the wild landscapes of Mull, Skye, the hidden-gem Isle of Eigg, and the Western Highlands.
Departing Edinburgh on 9th May 2027, this trip takes full advantage of Scotland’s longer spring daylight and midge-free trail conditions. Strictly limited to 7 guests, this is an unhurried, summit-led journey built for those with good cardio fitness and steady footing. You’ll scramble up the dramatic pitchstone of An Sgùrr, traverse the ancient landslips of The Quiraing, track sea eagles along Ben Tianavaig, and conquer the iconic trail to the Old Man of Storr for sweeping views over the Sound of Raasay.
Off the trail, the pace remains intentional: single-malt distillery tastings, ancient coastal castles, and quiet evenings in historic Highland inns over local seafood, regional produce, and well-earned drams.
Hiking Adventure Overview
📅 Tour Dates: 9th May – 18th May 2027 (starting and finishing in Edinburgh)
🚐 Transport: Comfortable 9-seater minivan
💼 What’s included: Accommodation with breakfast, all ferry crossings, guided transport throughout, Ceilidh dancing, Staffa & Lunga boat excursion, selected castle visits, and a whisky distillery tour and tasting.
Captain’s Note: Just fasten your seatbelt for a cracking trip! The pace stays entirely relaxed so you can truly absorb the magic of the Highlands, rather than rushing through a rigid timetable.
Book Your 9-Day Scotland Adventure
From £2,200 Per Person
8 Nights of Accommodation & Breakfast Included
Max 7 people
Pick up location: Accommodation
Enquire below for availability and to reserve your space
9-Day Hebrides Hiking Tour Itinerary
Optional Arrival Day: Edinburgh Walking Tour & Welcome Dinner
Welcome to Edinburgh Harry Potter and History Walking Tour. This 2 hour experience weaves through Edinburgh’s Old Town visiting a stunning castle viewpoint on the way whilst digesting the cities magical architecture and ambiance which fueled J.K. Rowling’s imagination whilst creating the series. This will be closer followed by a team dinner at Makar’s Mash Bar to try some classic Scottish Home Comfort Food.
Young Coo & Castle
Day 1: Castles, Highlands & Ceilidh Dancing in Oban
We depart Edinburgh and head north-west through stunning Highland scenery to Oban. From there, we board the ferry to the Isle of Mull, arriving in time for a relaxing evening.
Overnight
➤ The Ranald Hotel (Oban)
Highlights
➤ Iconic castles including Doune, Kilchurn, and Finlarig
➤ The panoramic Creag An Tuirc viewpoint walk above Balquhidder
➤ Finishing the day Ceilidh Dancing in Oban
Young Coo & Castle
Day 2: Isle of Mull & Iona - Moy Castle, Dùn Ì & Tobermory
A full, immersive day exploring the rich history, hidden beaches, and coastal paths of the Isle of Mull and Iona. We blend ancient clan history with stunning natural walks, finishing the day in Mull’s world-famous, colourful harbour town.
Overnight
➤ The beautiful Bellachroy Inn (Isle of Mull)
Highlights
➤ Scenic coastal hike to the mysterious Lochbuie Standing Stones and the haunting, medieval ruins of Moy Castle
➤ Cross over to Iona to walk up Dùn Ì – Iona’s highest summit
➤ Finish the day in Tobermory in the vibrant harbour town
Tobermory
Day 3: Isle of Staffa Puffins & Fingal’s Cave Boat Trip
A spectacular day dedicated to the dramatic coastlines and world-class wildlife of the Isle of Mull. We journey through the island’s breathtaking scenery to board our dedicated wilderness boat cruise, heading out to the Atlantic to witness the staggering basalt columns of Fingal’s Cave and meet the famous nesting puffins.
Overnight:
➤ The beautiful Bellachroy Inn (Isle of Mull)
Highlights:
➤ Boat cruise to the otherworldly Isle of Staffa & Fingal’s Cave
➤ Landing on Lunga to walk right alongside the puffins
Fingal’s Cave
Day 4: Wild Ardnamurchan Summits, Castle Tioram & Over to Skye
We catch an early ferry from Tobermory to Kilchoan to explore the wild Ardnamurchan peninsula. After visiting remote beaches and a hidden tidal castle, we take a short ferry over to the Isle of Skye.
Overnight:
➤ Allt Yelkie Luxury En-suite Glamping Pods (Earlish, Isle of Skye)
Highlights:
➤ Hike to the superb remote peak of Ben Hiant
➤ Exploring the dramatic, tide-island ruins of Castle Tioram
➤ Scenic ferry crossing to Skye and an evening under the stars in Portree
Castle Tioram
Day 5: Hiking on Skye - Quiraing Hill Circuit & Trotternish Peninsula
A full day dedicated to Skye’s most dramatic, otherworldly landscapes. We tackle the iconic morning hike to the Quiraing, followed by a journey through the rugged northern Trotternish Peninsula.
Overnight
➤ Allt Yelkie Luxury En-suite Glamping Pods (Earlish, Isle of Skye)
Highlights
➤ The legendary 3-4 hour hike to the Quiraing
➤ Exploring the magical hills of the Fairy Glen
➤ Historic stops at Duntulm Castle, Rha Falls, and Kilmuir Cemetery
Quiraing
Day 6: Iconic Skye Summit & Dunvegan Castle
We explore some of Skye’s most spectacular landscapes, from a hike up Ben Tianavaig to the dramatic cliffs of Neist Point, with time to discover Portree and visit historic Dunvegan Castle.
Overnight
➤ Allt Yelkie Luxury En-suite Glamping Pods (Earlish, Isle of Skye)
Highlights
➤ Ben Tianavaig hike
➤ Neist Point and its dramatic coastline
➤ Exploring Portree
➤ Enter one of the oldest inhabited castles in Scotland at Dunvegan
Isle of Skye Hiking
Luskentyre
Day 7: Hiking on the Isle of Eigg - An Sgùrr & Coastal Caves
We take the boat from Elgol across the open waters of the Sound of Sleat directly to the Isle of Eigg. From here, we hike up An Sgùrr, the island’s famous pitchstone ridge, taking in panoramic views across the Small Isles and back towards the Cuillin. Descending along the southern coast, we finish off exploring the dramatic coastal formations at Cathedral Cave and the historic Massacre Cave before making the return journey across the sea.
Overnight
➤ Allt Yelkie Luxury En-suite Glamping Pods (Earlish, Isle of Skye)
Highlights
➤ Boat trip from Elgol to the Isle of Eigg
➤ Hiking the dramatic pitchstone ridge of An Sgùrr
➤ Exploring hidden coastal sea caves including Cathedral Cave and Massacre Cave
Sgurr Na Stri
Day 8: Hiking The Old Man of Storr & Loch Ness Exploration
A lot of people on my tours dream of this day, saving the best to last! We conquer the iconic mountain trail up to the Old Man of Storr before heading south through Glen Moriston to see Loch Ness, soaking in dramatic castle views, rushing waterfalls, and staying in the stunning town of Pitlochry.
Overnight
➤ Claymore Guest House, Pitlochry
Top Highlights
➤ Summiting the steep, rocky trail of the Old Man of Storr
➤ Pastry stop at Manuela’s Wee Bakery
➤ Photographing Scotland’s most famous castle, Eilean Donan from a secret lookout
➤ Wandering river Invermoriston to the beautiful falls
➤ Browsing Scottish local produce and craft halls at the famous House of Bruar
Old Man of Storr
Day 9: Roaming the Hermitage of Dunkeld & Kingdom of Fife
We track south from Inverness through the majestic Cairngorms, blending deep Highland history with magical nature experiences before arriving back in Edinburgh by late afternoon.
Overnight
➤ Tour Ends in Edinburgh (Approx. 6:00 PM)
Top Highlights
➤ A morning forest walk among giant Douglas firs and rushing waterfalls at the Hermitage of Dunkeld
➤ Hiking up Kinnoull Hill for sweeping views over the River Tay and Perthshire countryside
➤ Exploring the historic cobbles, cathedral ruins, and famous golf coast of St Andrews
➤ The last supper with the team at Anstruther for award-winning fish & chips
➤ Marvelling at the ancient bronze-age Lundin Standing Stones
➤ Wandering through the picturesque, preserved 17th-century village of Culross
Culross
Hebrides Hiking Tour Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing & Cancellation
To book, simply enquire through the contact form on the right-hand side of this page.
Once we receive your enquiry, we’ll get back to you to confirm availability and guide you through the next steps.
Pricing & Deposit – Shared Twin or Double Room
🏰 Total price is from £2,200 per person. Pay a 20% deposit (£440) today to secure your place.
🏰 All tours of one day or more require a 20% non-refundable deposit at the time of confirmation.
🏰 The remaining 80% balance (£1,760) must be paid no later than 30 days before your scheduled tour date.
Pricing & Deposit – Single Occupancy Room
🏰 Total price is from £2,500 per person. Pay a 20% deposit (£500) today to secure your place.
🏰 All tours of one day or more require a 20% non-refundable deposit at the time of confirmation.
🏰 The remaining 80% balance (£2,000) must be paid no later than 30 days before your scheduled tour date.
Cancellation & Changes
🏰 You can make changes or cancel your tour up to 30 days before departure without losing your deposit.
🏰 For full details, please read the terms and conditions in the FAQs below this page.
Pick-up is from is arranged from your hotel in Edinburgh.
Start – All guests will be picked up from accommodation between 6.40-7.20am
Finish – Approximately 6-7pm drop at accommodation back in Edinburgh
A moderate-to-good level of active fitness is recommended.
This trip is designed for spirited walkers and active travelers who enjoy being outdoors every day. While you do not need to be an experienced mountaineer, you should feel comfortable hiking on uneven, undulating terrain and completing sustained hill climbs.
What to expect on the trails:
Daily Distances: 3 to 7 miles (5–12 km) per day.
Trail Conditions: A mix of well-trodden gravel paths, grassy hill tracks, rocky coastal paths, and loose skree/boggy ground typical of the Scottish Highlands and Hebrides.
Elevation Gain: Expect short, steep ascents up to 1,500–1,700 feet (450–500 meters) on key peak days (such as An Sgùrr on Eigg and the Quiraing circuit on Skye).
Pace: We hike as a group at a comfortable, steady pace with stops to take in the views, refuel, and explore historic sites.
Luggage Allowance: Luggage restriction is implemented. Small suitcase of 65 x 50 x 30cm and day rucksack.
Recommended: Travel insurance, waterproof jacket, trousers, hiking boots or comfortable walking shoes, second pair of socks, insect repellent (not in winter), gloves, hat, warm clothing, any snacks for the bus or hike, reusable water bottle and power bank