On the "Road to the Isles"
now through the splendour of the Five Sisters of Kintail,
the mountains guarding the pass on the way to the Isle
of Skye. We stop to visit the famous Eilean Donan Castle,
used in the film "Highlander", set at the
junction of 3 lochs as protection against Viking raiders.
Crossing over the bridge to Skye, we head up to Portree
stopping for dinner on the way. You are then dropped
off at your accommodation in the early evening where
you are free to go out and explore the town.
Day 2 is
a very flexible day on Skye. There are many possibilities
depending on the weather and your driver/guide's knowledge
will come to the fore in developing the best day out
for you that particular day. For example : Travel
north to the stunning Quiraing mountain pass and enjoy
a spectacular walk through some of Skye's extraordinary
geological scenery. Kilt Rock, composed of basalt
columns (reminiscent of the pleats in a kilt) with
it's waterfall cascading over the cliffs and down
into the sea below.
After lunch you can go over to Neist Point for a
walk out to the lighthouse that is the furthest point
west on Skye. Or go over to Dunvegan Castle, ancient
ancestral seat of the Clan McLeod. Talisker Distillery
is also on Skye, as are the famous Cuillin Hills.
We return you to your accommodation in Portree in
the early evening for you to enjoy a free night in
Portree.
Day 3 You
will be collected from your accommodation and travel
south through the Cuillin Hills and down the old drovers
road to catch the small ferry (summer only) over to
Glenelg on the mainland. This is a magical journey
with seals often seen in the water. It's also where
Gavin Maxwell (Ring of Bright Water) lived with his
otters. After a relaxing coffee stop, we drive to
the top of the Mam Ratagan mountain pass and stop
for stunning views over Loch Duich and the 5 Sisters
of Kintail.
Onto Loch Ness for lunch and the possibility of spotting
"Nessie". There is a boat trip (Summer only)
available here that will get you that bit closer!
Heading south now through the Grampian mountains along
Loch Laggan, famous now as "Monarch of the Glen
Country" before passing Dawhinnie, home to Scotland's
highest whisky Distillery, and onwards past Blair
Castle stopping for refreshments before heading back
to Edinburgh past Perth and over the Forth Road Bridge.
Arriving at 1930 approx.
This full day tour departs
every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from Central
Edinburgh. 8.30am - 8.00pm.
Adult Price:
£99
Child Price:
£89 (3 - 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
All ferry and bridge crossings.
Exclusions:
Lunch and refreshments.
Entrances to all Visitor Attractions.
Accommodation - the tour price does not include accommodation
but this gives you an opportunity to choose your budget
and the type of accommodation you wish to stay in
and we will book it for you - Hostel, B&B or Hotel
- please refer to the booking form on this web site
for prices.
Discount Price
Students, Seniors over 60 and Children between 5 and
16
Low Season rate: Applies to all from 1/11/03 to 31/3/04
except 20/12/03 - 5/1/04
Important Information
Because we believe in time off the bus and give you
opportunities to take nature walks we recommend you
bring suitable clothing and footwear for your tour.
Scotland can be a wet place!!
Accommodation on this tour is dispersed around Portree.
If you have access problems or special requirements
please let us know when booking. Glenelg ferry does
not operate between November and Easter so we use
the Skye bridge both ways at this time.
