We then enter the Highlands and head north passing Loch Luibnaig, Loch Earn, Crainlarich and Tyndrum with a lunch stop en route. Continuing northwards we travel through Glencoe, scene of the great massacre of the McDonald clan in 1692, past Fort William and up to Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge with its spectacular views of Ben Nevis. A perfect photo opportunity!

We now pass through the splendour of the Five Sisters of Kintail, the mountains guarding the pass on the route to the Isle of Skye. We stop to visit the Eilean Donan Castle, originally set at the junction of three lochs as protection against Viking raiders and made famous as the setting for the film Highland. Crossing over the bridge to Skye, we head towards Portree stopping for dinner along the way. In the early evening you are dropped off at your accommodation and you are then free to explore the surrounding town.

DAY 3
Today is a flexible day and there are many people depending on the weather. Make the most of your driver / guides extensive knowledge to develop a personalised itinerary for your day.

A popular example is to travel north through the awesome Quiraing mountain pass and enjoy a spectacular walk through Skye's amazing landscape, slowly shaped over millennium. Visit Kilt Rock, so called because of its structure of basalt columns, reminiscent of the pleats in kilt, and complete with a waterfall cascading over the cliff and into the sea below.

Following lunch you may choose to travel to Neist Point for a walk out to the lighthouse that marks the furthest westerly point on Skye. Or possibly go to Dunvegan Castle, ancient ancestral of the Clan McLeod, or the Talisker Distillery, or the famous Quillian Hills. We return you to your accommodation in Portree in the early evening for another relaxing night spent at your leisure in the town.

DAY 4
After collecting you form your accommodation, we travel south through the Quillin Hills and follow the old drovers road to catch the small ferry (summer period only) over to Glenlg on the mainland. This is a magical and enchanting journey with seals frequently viewed in the water. The region of Carmusfearne is also where Gavin Maxwell, author of the novel Ring of Bright Water, lived with his otters. After a relaxing coffee break, we continue to ascend to the top of the Mam Ratagan mountain pass and stop to admire the stunning views over Loch Duich and the Five Sisters of Kintail.

Continuing onto Loch Ness for lunch and the exciting possibility of spotting 'Nessie' - the huge creature said to inhabit the Loch. A boat trip is available during the summer months that will get you closer to solving the mystery! We then turn south through the Grampian mountains along Loch Laggan, famous now as Monarch of the Glen country. We then pass Dawahinnie, home to Scotland's highest whiskey distillery, and onward past Blair Castle stopping for refreshments before heading back to Edinburgh past Perth and over the Fort Road Bridge. Arrival back into Edinburgh at approx. 19.30

There is the option at this point to catch the sleeper train back to London this evening or to remain an extra day and enjoy Edinburgh's rich culture. Maybe visit Edinburgh Castle (home to the annual Edinburgh Military Tattoo), visit the shops along the famous Princes Street, stroll along the Royal Mile or enjoy a dram of Scottish whiskey in an authentic Scottish drinking establishment. (Accommodation or entrance fees are not included for if you wish to stay for an extra night).

This tour departs from Euston station, London every Sunday, Tuesday and Friday at 11.00pm

Adult Price: £225
Child Price: £195 (5 - 16 yrs)

Inclusions:
Transportation by top of the range 16 seat Mercedes minicoaches for a more personal service.
Forced air ventilation as standard.
Services of a professional driver/guide.
Return train travel from London.

Exclusions:
Lunch and refreshments.
Entrance to Glenturret Distillery - but heavily discounted with our discount card.
The tour price does not include accommodation but this gives you the flexibility to choose your budget and the type of accommodation you wish to stay in and we will book it for you. Choices of accommodation: