7-Day Outer Hebrides Tour
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The Outer Hebrides is the name given to the northernmost headlands and islands that scatter the edge of the Atlantic Ocean in Scotland.
On this holiday to Scotland, you'll venture into the Highlands, visiting Stirling Castle, Loch Ness and the highland glen of Glencoe. You'll then catch the ferry over to the Isle of Lewis where you'll spend two days with a Hebridean guide exploring the sights, landmarks and townships of this beautiful island.
Venturing back to Inverness, you'll travel through the Cairngorms National Park, stopping at Queen's View and the Highland resort town of Pitlochry, built on Victorian tourism. Your final night will be spent at the fabulous Dalhousie Castle, a magnificent 13th-century fortress.
Get ready to soak up the tranquillity of this isolated environment, be inspired by stunning views and enjoy the activities on offer.
On this holiday to Scotland, you'll venture into the Highlands, visiting Stirling Castle, Loch Ness and the highland glen of Glencoe. You'll then catch the ferry over to the Isle of Lewis where you'll spend two days with a Hebridean guide exploring the sights, landmarks and townships of this beautiful island.
Venturing back to Inverness, you'll travel through the Cairngorms National Park, stopping at Queen's View and the Highland resort town of Pitlochry, built on Victorian tourism. Your final night will be spent at the fabulous Dalhousie Castle, a magnificent 13th-century fortress.
Get ready to soak up the tranquillity of this isolated environment, be inspired by stunning views and enjoy the activities on offer.
Itinerary
Day 1
Scenic Journey to Inverness with Stirling Castle, Glencoe & Fort Augustus
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This morning, you'll start your journey into the Highlands. You'll travel north to Stirling, with its imposing position in the centre of the country, stopping at Stirling Castle. For centuries this was the most important castle in Scotland and the views from the top make it easy to see why. You'll then continue north to reach the most scenically beautiful of all Highland glens, Glencoe, and then Fort Augustus, on the southern tip of Loch Ness. From Loch Ness, it's a short drive to Inverness.
Accommodation
Culloden House Hotel★4 star
Activities
Stirling Castle
Glencoe
Loch Ness
Fort Augustus
Urquhart Castle
Transportations
Private Driver from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling
Private Driver from Stirling Castle to Glencoe
Private Driver from Glencoe to Fort Augustus
Private Driver from Fort Augustus to Inverness
Destinations
Stirling
Glencoe
Scotland
Fort Augustus
Balloch
Day 2
Ferry to Stornoway
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Today is a travel day. After breakfast, your driver will take you to Ullapool. From here, you'll catch the 10 am ferry to Stornoway. The journey takes 2.5 hours. Upon arrival at Stornoway, you'll be taken to your hotel where you can relax and spend the rest of the day as you wish.
Accommodation
Royal Hotel★3 star
Transportations
Private Driver from Inverness to Ullapool
Ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Balloch
Stornoway
Day 3
Isle of Lewis Guided Tour - Callanish, Uig & Ardroil Sands
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You'll set off at 9 am with your Hebridean guide and head northwest towards Barvas, following the circular route to Arnol Blackhouse Museum. Throughout the day, you'll visit numerous landmarks and points of interest including a traditional Lewis Longhouse, the Doune Carloway Iron Age Broch, the crofting township of Callanish, the renowned Standing Stones, the Island of Great Bernera, the beautiful Bostadh Sands. You'll then drive out to the Uig District to visit the Ardroil Sands.
Accommodation
Royal Hotel★3 star
Activities
Isle of Lewis Guided Tour - Callanish, Uig & Ardroil Sands
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Stornoway
Scotland
Day 4
Tour of Balallan, Orinsay, North Harris & Loch Tarbert
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This morning, your route takes you south from Stornoway via Balallan, which is the longest village in the Outer Hebrides. From Balallan, you'll follow the eastern shore of Loch Erisort to the townships of Cromore and Marvaig. Your route then takes you on to the almost deserted township of Calbost, then to the townships of Lemreway and Orinsay. Sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery as your drive leads you past the shores of Loch Seaforth, passing through the rugged hills of North Harris.
Accommodation
Royal Hotel★3 star
Activities
Tour of Balallan, Orinsay, North Harris & Loch Tarbert
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Stornoway
Scotland
Day 5
Travel Back to Inverness
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This afternoon, you'll say goodbye to the Isle of Lewis. Before you head to the port, you'll have some free time to explore the island a little more. You'll then catch the 2 pm ferry back to the mainland, Ullapool. From here, you'll be taken back to your hotel in Inverness. You'll then have the rest of the afternoon and evening to spend as you wish.
Accommodation
Culloden House Hotel★4 star
Transportations
Ferry from Stornoway to Ullapool
Private Driver from Ullapool to Inverness
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Stornoway
Balloch
Day 6
Cairngorms, Queen's View & Pitlochry on the Way Back to Edinburgh
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Today you'll return south, through the Cairngorms National Park. You'll stop to visit Queen's View, the stunning view across Loch Tummel to the Munro, Schiehallion, is one of the most famous in Scotland. You'll then continue into the Highland resort town of Pitlochry, built on Victorian tourism. Your final night will be spent near Edinburgh, at the fabulous Dalhousie Castle, a magnificent 13th-century fortress.
Accommodation
Dalhousie Castle Hotel★4 star
Activities
Cairngorms National Park
Queen's View
Pitlochry
Transportations
Private Driver from Inverness to Pitlochry
Private Driver from Pitlochry to Dalhousie Castle Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Balloch
Scotland
Pitlochry
Bonnyrigg
Day 7
Back to Edinburgh
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Today, your wonderful holiday to Scotland comes to an end.
Transportations
Private Driver from Dalhousie Castle Hotel to Edinburgh Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Bonnyrigg
Included in Price
- 6 nights accommodation
- 9 activities
- 6 breakfasts
- 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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