From Inverness: 3-Day Isle of Skye & Jacobite Steam Train Double Accommodation
ID: GYG434308-788960
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
3 days
Description
Experience the rugged beauty of the Isle of Skye. Spend 3 magical days touring around Scotland. Travel on the Jacobite Steam Train. Amaze yourself with rocky pinnacles and a kilt-shaped cliff.
Ride a ferry to the beautiful Isle of Sky. Tour around on a Mercedes mini coach. Enjoy 2 nights' accommodation in a 3-star B&B with full Scottish breakfasts. Hop on board the iconic Jacobite Steam Train. Enjoy whisky tasting at Glen Ord.
DAY 1:
Head to Loch Ness in the early morning and appreciate the view of the 13th century Urquhart Castle, which is now derelict. See the Commando Memorial, built to pay tribute to the men of the original British Commando Forces who lost their lives during World War II. Continue to Fort William and board the world-famous Jacobite Steam Train. Ride this classic train along the West Highland Line between Mallaig and Fort William and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the west coast. Pass by the beaches of Arisaig and Morar. Finish your steam train journey at Mallaig where you can choose to eat lunch where fish and chips are popular. Stretch your legs and head to Skye. Visit Sligachan Old Bridge and the River Sligachan, which offers eternal youth according to a local legend. Gaze at the spectacular view of the Cuillin Hills. Travel overnight to Portree.
DAY 2:
Begin day 2 by taking in the natural beauty of the fairy pools. Hear about the island's folklore from your guide. Explore Dunvegan village. Stare at Quiraing, a landslip offering a display of cliffs along the Trotternish Peninsula. Impress yourself with the view of Kilt Rock, a cliff resembling a kilt. See the amazing Mealt Waterfall running into the ocean. Visit one of Skye's most famous sights, the Old Man of Storr, and be amazed by the steep rocky pinnacles dotted along the green hills.
DAY 3:
Commence your tour on day 3 as you travel from Portree to Inverness. Stop at Eilean Donan Castle, the most photographed castle in Scotland. Journey to the quaint highland village of Beauly and explore Beauly Priory, a derelict former monastic community which dates back to the 13th century. Go to Glen Ord for a Highland whisky experience. Choose to taste whisky as your guide explains how it is made. Gain new knowledge about the history of whisky in Scotland. Keep going to Culloden Battlefield, the site of the final Jacobite Uprising of 1746.
Go to the bronze age burial site at Clava Cairns. See the standing stones, which were one of the inspirations behind the Outlander television series. Return to Inverness early evening.
Highlights
- Have your breath taken away by the rocky cliffs of the Trotternish Peninsula
- Ride a steam train through the Scottish Highlands and take memorable photos
- Sleep in comfort as you spend the night in a cozy Scottish B&B
- Be transported back in time through the Clava Cairns standing stones
- Get on board a ferry and cross the sea to the Isle of Skye
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Children under 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult
• Please note that the Jacobite Steam Train service (available as an additional experience between April and October) may be subject to alterations and cancellations at short notice, outwith our control
Meet your guide at the street across from the entrance to the Victorian Market.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
