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Small Group Max 8 People

4 Day Isle of Skye Puffin Tour from Edinburgh

Private Tour available during puffin season between 1st April to 31st JUly

Isle of Skye Puffin Tour

Witness the magic of the Inner Hebrides on an exclusive, private 4-day tour from Edinburgh. Combining the legendary landscapes of Skye with a step off the beaten path to truly experience Scotland’s raw beauty and extraordinary wildlife.

The transport has room for up to eight guests, you’ll enjoy a bespoke itinerary and the undivided attention of your expert guide. Your adventure includes three nights of cosy accommodation with breakfast, and a wildlife boat trip touring the Small Isles and a special visit to the puffins of the Isle of Canna.

Isle of Skye Tour Highlights

✔ Isle of Canna Puffin Boat Trip – travel around the Small Isles spotting the wonderful nesting seabirds like puffins, kittiwakes and razor bills as well as learning about the incredible geology of the Inner Hebrides

✔ Harry Potter Filming Locations & Jacobite Steam Train – with enough notice you can board the real life Hogwarts Express which travels over the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct

✔ Eilean Donan, Dunvegan, Kilchurn and Doune Castle – explore incredible Scottish castles

✔ Stunning Waterfalls – Steall, Black Linn, Mealt Falls and more

✔ Portree and Oban – visit the charming seaside towns

Pricing, Deposit & 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
🏰 Total price is from £1,800 per group. Pay a 20% deposit (£360) 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 (£1,440) 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.

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From £1,800 Per Group

Start Location: Edinburgh Accommodation

Duration: 4 Days/ 3 Nights

Availability: 1st April to 31st July

Group Size: Max 7 People

Isle of Skye Puffin Tour

What Our Guests Say

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   Abby M 
 
 
 
 Verified Trip of a lifetime I found Rob on instagram after several tour companies said they couldn't help me with a custom tour route. It was the busy season when I first contacted Rob and he enthusiastically got back to me saying he would be able to take us wherever! We booked him for 5 days with 4 people total. He was able to pick us up from the airport and we were off for our first day. He put together a great itinerary that was a mix of the incredibly long list I sent him and some places I had never heard of. He was very thoughtful in his planning and letting us know what was a tourist trap and what was worth spending money and time on so that we could really maximize our trip. He truly drove us all over Scotland and was always in a good mood! We often started very early and ended very late getting nearly 20k steps each day and he never complained about anything! He showed us some incredible locations and even at the tourist traps he was able to take us away from the crowds to an even better photo op! I cannot express enough about how incredible Rob made our trip. Every time we saw one of the big tour busses I was SO grateful we found Rob and went with him instead, I cannot imagine ever going on a large tour bus again after the experience Rob gave us. We had so many inside jokes and incredible pictures and memories by the end of our tour with Rob and we were so sad to have to finish our trip without him!! His knowledge of not only the land, roads (often times backroads due to accidents and sheep blockades), land marks, and history was incredible. He is a fantastic story teller and a fantastic driver!! We always felt safe and he made sure we had what we needed for each day and itinerary! I am a very type A, planner, need to know every detail or I have a very stressful time but Rob made this trip seamless and we planned a great itinerary together. Even when we needed to change a few things once in Scotland it still seemed like everything was planned to begin with! Rob, thank you so much for the incredible and unforgettable experience!! I cannot wait to come back!
  
 
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   Madison H 
 
 
 
 Verified Kieran the tour guide and Harry Potter!! Perfect!! Kieran was an excellent tour guide. He was full of information and a lot of fun too. I highly recommend this tour. Don’t bother walking around, trying to discover things on your own. It’s so much better to do this tour.
  
 
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   Genene M 
 
 
 
 Verified Once in a lifetime This was the best time of my life. Rob was amazing. My daughter found him on Instagram and it's the best find ever. He took us to so many fun places. We did so many fun things. We were able to see and do way more than those big bus tours. Rob knows his way around Scotland like no other.I can't recommend Rob enough. If you're lucky enough to get him to be your tour guide, you're lucky enough ❤️
  
 
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   Paula P 
 
 
 
 Verified A+ tour guide We had a great time with Rob as our guide. Highly recommended- we'd hire him again if we had the chance. Funny, informative, and quite the punster- lots of laughter.
  
 
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   Jeffrey G 
 
 
 
 Verified If you want to see the Scottish Highlands and have a great time, choose Rob Carr Experiences We did a three-day tour of the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye. Words can't describe how amazing it was! Rob was the best host/guide anyone could ever ask for. He was knowledgeable and kept the conversation flowing with stories and anecdotes. The planning process was easy and Rob was very accommodating and also offered great suggestions. We had a pretty packed itinerary and Rob still found time to take spontaneous detours and show us some amazing sights (dinosaur footprints). If you want to see the Scottish Highlands and have an enjoyable time, book with Rob.Rob started the trip as our guide, and ended our trip as a friend.
  
 
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   Melissa M 
 
 
 
 Verified Harry Potter and Highland Tour I recently did a Harry Potter, Highland and Isle of Skye tour with Rob and had a great time! We covered a lot of ground from Harry Potter filming sights, to checking out castles and several hikes. Rob is very knowledgeable in the history of Scotland and in Harry Potter. I liked how friendly, enthusiastic and funny he is. His dad jokes were great! His tour was also very engaging and inclusive. My friend and I stayed a couple of extra days in Edinburgh after the tour ended, Rob gave great recommendations on what to do and where to go eat on those last days. You can tell Rob is very passionate about what he does. I am really glad my coworker recommended Rob to me. Overall I would recommend Rob to anyone planning a trip to Scotland.
  
 
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   Catherine B 
 
 
 
 Verified Super Fun Time, Beautiful Views, & Yummy Food! I've joined my first tour group ever in the Isle of Skye with Rob as my tour guide & he had made it such a fun & memorable travel experience for me!He drove us to destinations like hikes with beautiful views like The Quiraing to bakeries & restaurants with some of the yummiest food l've ever eaten & he had told us so many educationalfun facts that made me appreciate & loveScotland even more!Overall, I highly recommend Rob as a tour guide because of how knowledgeable he was about the Scotland destinations & most importantly, he made sure we were all having an enjoyable & safe time all throughout the tour!
  
 
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   Lilkaloo 
 
 
 
 Verified Highly recommend! Rob was an amazing tour guide! Not only was he enthusiastic and knowledgeable about all things Harry Potter, but he also included history about the city of Edinburgh that added to the experience. He was prompt and kept to the scheduled times. I highly recommend this tour, especially if like me, you enjoy a good ‘dad joke.’
  
 
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 Verified My favorite day of the trip I am so glad we booked our tour with Rob! We did a one day trip to the highlands and it was my favorite day of the whole trip. He took us to so many places I had never even heard of when doing research for our trip, and I loved that we were able to be the only group everywhere he took us. I was impressed with how much history he knew off the top of his head. Rob was so cool and the whole day truly just felt like hanging out with a friend. I will always recommend Rob to anyone traveling to Scotland!
  
 
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   Grainne B 
 
 
 
 Verified Great time! We had such a lovely time on this tour with Rob! He has lots of fun facts about Harry Potter along with knowledge of the city too. You can tell Rob really loves doing tours and makes sure everyone is having a great time

Full Isle of Skye Puffin 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 & Boat to Skye

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: Isle of Canna Puffin Boat Tour

Day three 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 4: Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness and The Hermitage

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.

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Tour Photos

Eilean Donan

Puffins in Scotland

Kilt Rock

Quiraing

Portree

Old Man of Storr

Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing & Cancellation

What’s included in the price?

Fully guided, transport in 9 seater van, hotel pickup and drop off, fuel, planning time, and all parking fees.

Accommodation

Accommodation is included. We have different accommodation options for different preferences. Usually we use the beautiful cosy and comfortable glamping pods up near the town of Uig.

What is the Fitness Level Required

Fitness level: Moderate / Active

Hike Walking distances: 5km

Ascent: Both between 340m (1,100 feet)

Terrain: Hill paths, uneven ground

Where do tours start and finish?

Pick-up is from is arranged from your hotel in Edinburgh. If needed pick-up can be arranged from Glasgow, Stirling, or accommodation within an hour of Edinburgh. Drop-off is flexible too.

Start – All guests will be picked up from accommodation between 6.40-7.20am

Finish – Approximately 6-7pm drop at accommodation

What should we wear or bring?

Luggage Allowance: For 1-5 passengers 1 large suitcase plus day rucksack. For 6-8 passengers in the booking 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

How far in advance should we book?

Private tours in peak months (May–September) can book out quickly, so earlier is better. For off-season dates, the sooner the better but flexible or day before bookings are usually more likely.

Do you offer airport or cruise-ship pick-ups?

Yes — Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow Airport, and all major cruise ports including Leith & South Queensferry

What type of vehicle do you use?

A comfortable and modern Renault Trafic 9 Seater, suitable for Scottish roads. Plenty of space for luggage and camera gear.

Terms & Conditions

These terms and conditions, together with any other written information brought to your attention before we confirm your booking, shall form the basis of your contract with Rob Carr Tours. Please read these terms and conditions thoroughly and if you have any further questions contact us immediately.

Booking Process

Bookings can be made via our website contact form at by telephone, by email or contact form. Our online booking system can process payments via Stripe, PayPal and we are also able to take direct bank transfer. We will not issue your booking confirmation until the payment has been processed. For all walking tours full payment will be required at the time of booking (unless agreed otherwise) and for all other bookings a 20% non-refundable deposit. Note that we cannot be held responsible if any tour in which you are interested in becomes fully booked or unavailable prior to full payment being received from you.

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.

Expert Local Guide 6 Years of Guiding Experience

Special Wildlife Experience Visit the incredible nesting seabirds

Private Tour Small Group Max 8 People

4 Day Isle of Skye Puffin Tour from Edinburgh

Isle of Skye Puffin Tour

Isle of Skye Tour Highlights

Pricing, Deposit & Cancellation