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SEE DAY THREE ITINERARY FOR SUMMER AND WINTER DEPARTURE INFORMATION. THIS TOUR WILL RUN IN CONJUNCTION WITH OUR SISTER COMPANY HIGHLAND EXPLORER TOURS.
The Skye High is a wee gem. An ideal tour for travellers short on time who want to get the most out of their trip to Scotland. All the best stuff is packed in: Nessie hunting, ruined castles, stunning lochs and dramatic mountains. During the summer months, you can ride the famous Jacobite Steam train as seen in Harry Potter!
Tour Map

Itinerary

Day 1
Edinburgh
Isle of Skye
Leaving Edinburgh at 8.00am, we take in views of the spectacular Forth Bridges and journey north to Macbeth County. We visit the quaint village of Dunkeld with its historic cathedral sitting on the banks of the River Tay. We drive further into the Highlands and enter the Great Glen. We stop at Fort ....
Leaving Edinburgh at 8.00am, we take in views of the spectacular Forth Bridges and journey north to Macbeth County. We visit the quaint village of Dunkeld with its historic cathedral sitting on the banks of the River Tay. We drive further into the Highlands and enter the Great Glen. We stop at Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness with the opportunity to search for a glimpse of the legendary beast. Our journey to the Isle of Skye takes us past one of the most photographed castles in Scotland – Eilean Donan. Our home for the night is the small village of Portree on the Isle of Skye.
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Day 2
Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye
Today we travel to the Isle of Skye, also known as the ‘Misty Isle’’ and at the top of the bucket list due to its heart-stopping scenery. This wee island is packed with ruined castles, breath-taking views and faerie stories. Home to the legendary MacLeod and MacDonald Clans, your Guide will recount....
Today we travel to the Isle of Skye, also known as the ‘Misty Isle’’ and at the top of the bucket list due to its heart-stopping scenery. This wee island is packed with ruined castles, breath-taking views and faerie stories. Home to the legendary MacLeod and MacDonald Clans, your Guide will recount Celtic myths and Viking legends from the past millennia. We explore the windswept landscape, stunning coastline and dramatic mountain ranges. The afternoon is spent exploring Dunvegan Castle, ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod before returning to Portree.
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Day 3
Isle of Skye
Edinburgh
In the summer months, from April to mid-October, our first stop of the day is the beautiful Armadale Castle, Gardens and Museum of the Isles before taking the ferry to the west coast fishing village of Mallaig. Here you have the option to be a wizard for the day and board the Jacobite Steam Train a....
In the summer months, from April to mid-October, our first stop of the day is the beautiful Armadale Castle, Gardens and Museum of the Isles before taking the ferry to the west coast fishing village of Mallaig. Here you have the option to be a wizard for the day and board the Jacobite Steam Train aka “Hogwarts Express” to Fort William, one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world and a must for all Harry Potter fans. The train crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct where a monument to Bonnie Prince Charlie’s campaign now stands. We head south through the dramatic scenery of Glencoe, wild Rannoch Moor then the heart of Rob Roy country before arriving back in Edinburgh approximately 8.30pm. On our winter tour, from mid October to March, our route south takes us through the stunning rugged landscape of Glencoe, once used as a backdrop in the James Bond - Skyfall movie and the scene of 1692 massacre of the MacDonald Clan. Journey through one of the last remaining wildernesses in Europe when we cross the Rannoch Moor, a vast stretch of land that will show you yet again another side of Scotland. We head past Stirling, the scene of some of Scotland’s most famous and bloody battles in the Wars of Independence. Hear of local legends such as William Wallace and Robert the Bruce before the Highlands change back to the Lowlands. After an epic three days, we return to Edinburgh at approximately 5.30pm.
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Your tour includes
- Legendary local HAGGiS Guide
- 2 nights hostel multi-share accommodation
- All transport and ferries
Accommodation
Multi-share dorm accommodation is included in the price of your tour.
Multi-share dorm accommodation is included in the price of your tour. If government guidelines prevent us from offering shared hostel dorms, we will contact you before your tour and offer you the option to upgrade to a private room for an additional charge.

Extras
Hogwarts Express
All aboard the Hogwarts Express! The Jacobite Steam Train between Fort William and Mallaig is said to be the greatest rail journey in the world. The train crosses the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, and sweeps along the west coast, offering bonnie views of distant isles and white sand beaches. This must be added at the time of booking to secure your seat. Available to book from April to mid-October.
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ECO Scheme
In 2011 HAGGiS Adventures teamed up with 'Trees for Life', a Scottish charity specifically dedicated to restoring 1,000 square miles of self-sustaining, wild, Caledonian Forest with the aim of helping Scotland 'Stay Wild'. We have pioneered an Eco Scheme where you can make an optional £2 donation when booking any tour. We will match every pound you donate, with proceeds going to the Trees for Life.
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We’ll show you the best of Scotland’s wild side, and help you find yours too. The stories of your life are here in Scotland. We cannae wait to show ye!
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Please note that this tour will run in conjunction with our sister company Highland Explorer Tours. Our winter departure returns at 5.30pm.