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Highland Fling

Name: Highland Fling
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 855 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Scotland

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

179688

Operator:

Haggis Adventures
Length:

5 days
Group size:

30 pax
Age:

18 to 45
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

We leave Edinburgh in the morning and head north towards the stunning Kelpies. We pass Stirling and take in views of the towering Wallace Monument and its' stunning Castle. Listen to stories about the insane events which have taken place in this area throughout history. Enter into the wild Scottish Highlands, passing the medieval stronghold of Doune Castle; featured in Outlander and Game of Thrones. Our next stop is eerie Glen Coe; one of Scotland’s most iconic and dramatic landscapes. Hear the harrowing tale of the 1692 massacre of Clan MacDonald, as you soak up the epic scenery. Tonight, we’ll stay in the bustling fishing town of Oban; enjoy fresh seafood and dance the night away at a traditional Scottish ceilidh – the best way to bond with your new tour buddies. (Overnight: Oban)

Tour program

Day 1

EDINBURGH TO OBAN

Start point

60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB, United Kingdom

Day 2

OBAN TO ISLE OF SKYE

Look out for Ben Nevis – the tallest mountain in the UK – as we journey north past Fort William. Prepare to be awestruck by the rugged Highland scenery, and star struck by the Glenfinnan Viaduct; also known as the ‘Harry Potter Bridge’. We spend the night on the Isle of Skye, where we’ll gather in a local pub, where you can sample some local ale, whisky, and banter!

Day 3

ISLE OF SKYE TO INVERNESS

Today, we explore the enchanting Isle of Skye. Famous for its otherworldly scenery, clan history, and legendary myths, Skye is a big tick off your bucket list! Immerse yourself in the magic of Skye; marvel at waterfalls, ancient mountains, and jaw-dropping coastline, while listening to tales of Vikings, ancient monarchs, and mischievous faeries. Returning to the mainland on the way to Loch Ness we take in the views of the incredibly photogenic Eilean Donan Castle and visit Dundreggan Rewilding Centre to learn about Scotland’s ancient Caledonian Forest before winding our way along the Great Glen to Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands. (Overnight: Inverness)

Day 4

INVERNESS

This is your final Nessie spotting opportunity. Take a relaxed stroll by the shores of the mysterious Loch Ness before our drive takes us through the stunning beauty of the North West Highlands and onto the picturesque town of Beauly with its historic Priory dating back to 1230. Today, Beauly Priory is better known for its showcase in Outlander season two as well as burial site to members of Clan Fraser. Next, we stop at the mysterious Clava Cairns; a prehistoric burial site with standing stones which inspired the TV show Outlander. Next, we visit the eerie moor at Culloden Battlefield, to hear tales of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the 1746 Jacobite Rising; the story which also inspired Outlander, before returning to Inverness. (Overnight: Inverness)

Day 5

INVERNESS TO EDINBURGH

Leaving Inverness, we visit the Highland Folk Museum to get a real taste of Highland life from the past centuries before heading to a local whisky distillery with a chance to taste Scotland’s 'water of life'. For our final stop we visit Dunkeld and take a walk through the quaint village, on to the River Tay and make a visit to the cathedral. We return to Edinburgh early evening. Please note that the order of the route is subject to change.

End point

60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB, United Kingdom

Tour Details

accommodation

4 Nights Hostel Mixed-Gender Multi-Share Accommodation

flights

Flights not included

guide

Legendary Local Guide

insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

meals

No meals inlcuded

optional

Jacobite Steam Train (summer only, reserve at the time of booking)

Hunt for Nessie on a Loch Ness cruise (reserve at time of booking)

others

Glen Coe

Whisky Drinking

Glenfinnan Viaduct

Hogwarts Express

Glen Shiel

Isle of Skye

Portree

Cuillin Mountains

Kilt Rock

Sligachan

Old Man of Storr

Eilean Donan Castle

Loch Ness

Beauly

Loch Ness Cruise Jacobite

Dunkeld Cathedral

Forth Bridges

Clava Cairns

Culloden Battlefield

Kelpies

Whisky Distillery Tour

Dundreggan Rewilding Centre

transport

All Transport and Ferry Crossings

Good to know

Currency

Pound Sterling

Scotland

Plugs and adapters

Plug type G

Customer reviews

Overall

4.7

Itinerary

4.8

Guide

Transport

4.9

Accommodation

4.3

Food

4.2

Operator

4.7

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You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.