5-Day Isles of Mull and Skye
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Capture the magic of the isles on Mull and Skye with 5 days in Scotland. Crossing the Highlands and hopping on ferries between the isles, you'll witness the stunning beauty of Scotland's western coastline, where beaches and coves hide, some of which could easily be confused for the Caribbean on a hot day! Just don't go in the water.
Starting from Edinburgh, you'll be introduced to the history of Scotland as you cross from east to west to Oban, a small town that packs a punch. Then, you'll be island hopping Scottish style as you learn about Mull and Iona, neighbouring southern isles that boast stunning beaches and ancient abbeys, the birthplace of Christianity in Scotland.
Heading further north, we reach the famous Isle of Skye where dreamy landscapes and folklore give you an idea of what life was like on the islands hundreds of years ago.
Starting from Edinburgh, you'll be introduced to the history of Scotland as you cross from east to west to Oban, a small town that packs a punch. Then, you'll be island hopping Scottish style as you learn about Mull and Iona, neighbouring southern isles that boast stunning beaches and ancient abbeys, the birthplace of Christianity in Scotland.
Heading further north, we reach the famous Isle of Skye where dreamy landscapes and folklore give you an idea of what life was like on the islands hundreds of years ago.
Itinerary
Day 1
Through Stirling to Oban
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Travel north to Stirling Castle, the 'Key to Scotland', with its imposing position. Soak up the history and stunning views from the Wallace Monument, the campsite before the Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297. Continue west to the Falls of Dochart around the Islands of Inchbuie, known as the ancient burial place of Clan MacNab. Reach Glencoe and hear about the infamous 1692 massacre of Clan MacDonald. Finally, Oban where the skyline is dominated by McCaig’s Tower, a coliseum-style monument.
Accommodation
The Manor House Hotel★4 star
Activities
Journey to Oban: Stirling and Glencoe
Stirling Castle
Glencoe
Destinations
Oban
Stirling
Glencoe
Argyll and Bute
Day 2
The Islands of Mull and Iona
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Catch the ferry to Mull where to Duart Castle, from the Gaelic words "Dubh Ard" (black point), the ancestral home of the Clan Maclean. Take in the scenery as you travel to Fionnphort to go to Iona, the birthplace of Christianity in Scotland. Follow in the footsteps of St Columba by visiting Iona Abbey. Iona boasts impossibly turquoise waters, dazzling beaches, hidden coves and sacred sites. Turn towards Tobermory. A fishing port in the late 18th century with brightly painted buildings.
Accommodation
Western Isles Hotel★3 star
Activities
Duart Castle
Iona Abbey
Tobermory
Transportations
Ferry from Oban to Isle of Mull
Ferry from Isle of Mull to Iona
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Argyll and Bute
Scotland
Tobermory
Day 3
Travel to the Isle of Skye
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Today, you reach Skye, or in Scots Gaelic 'Eilean A Cheo' meaning Misty Isle, passing the Glenfinnan Viaduct on the way to Mallaig where you cross "over the sea to Skye". Visit The Clan Donald Centre which museum follows the Clan Donald’s story through to the Jacobite risings and beyond. Take in the stunningly beautiful road to the little community of Elgol. In Glenbrittle Forrest you can walk to the Fairy Pools. Finally in Portree, the capital of the island you can wander down around freely.
Accommodation
Cuillin Hills Hotel★4 star
Activities
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Isle of Skye Tour
Fairy Pools
Transportations
Ferry from Tobermory to Ardnamurchan
Private Driver from Ardnamurchan to Mallaig
Ferry from Mallaig to Skye
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Tobermory
Scotland
Highland
Day 4
The Western Side of the Isle of Skye
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Travel to the west coast to take in views from Neist Point Lighthouse, the most westerly point on the Isle of Skye. Visit Dunvegan Castle, the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland where you can walk in the Round Garden, the Walled Garden or the Water Garden, and look forward to lunch at The Three Chimneys world-class Restaurant. Take a scenic drive around to the Skye Museum of Island Life. Pass Duntulm Castle to reach the Mealt Waterfall, Kilt Rock and finally the Old Man of Storr.
Accommodation
Cuillin Hills Hotel★4 star
Activities
The Western Isles of Skye
Dunvegan Castle & Gardens
Skye Museum of Island Life
Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls Viewpoint
Old Man of Storr
Restaurants
The Three Chimneys
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Highland
Scotland
Day 5
Castles, Whisky and back to Edinburgh
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Return to the mainland, stopping at Eilean Donan Castle, where three sea lochs meet. Stop at The Commando Memorial before traveling through stunning mountain scenery into Perthshire to the House of Bruar. Visit Queens View and continue into Pitlochry to Blair Athol Distillery, one of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland. Join a distillery tour and see how to make ‘uisge beatha’ or ‘water of life’. Finish your 5 days in Scotland at Dalhousie Castle a magnificent 13th-century fortress.
Activities
Eilean Donan Castle
Queen's View
Blair Athol Distillery
Dalhousie Castle
Transportations
Private Driver from Skye to Dalhousie Castle Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Highland
Kyle of Lochalsh
Scotland
Pitlochry
Included in Price
- 4 nights accommodation
- 18 activities
- 4 breakfasts and 1 lunch
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Airport transfer
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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