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The stunning beauty of Applecross, Torridon, a malt whisky distillery and a visit to the Magical Isle of Skye make this one of our most popular sightseeing tours. Runs 2 days a week throughout the summer months.

4 Day Inverness,  Skye and Highlands Coach Tour depart Edinburgh

Tour Highlights:  Rannoch Moor, Glen Coe, Fort William, The Great Glen, Loch Ness, Inverness, Glen Carron, Isle of Skye, Beach combing, Cuillin Hills, Eilean Donan Castle, The Five Sisters, Lochcarron, Bealach nam Bo Pass, Applecross, Loch Torridon, Beauly, Cromarty, Dolphin spotting, Spey Valley and Scenic Perthshire!

 

Day One

Edinburgh to Inverness (3 nights)

From Edinburgh we will make our way via lonely Rannoch Moor to the beauty of Glen Coe. There is a stop in the heart of the Glen so you can enjoy the spectacular surroundings. Next we head for Fort William before driving through the Great Glen to Loch Ness where you can visit Urquhart Castle and take a monster spotting cruise (optional). Our tour is based in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, for the next three nights. The stay in Inverness is unescorted.

Day Two

The Magical Isle

Today we enjoy a full day excursion to the beautiful island of Skye. From Inverness we travel through pretty Glen Carron to Kyle of Lochalsh then "over the sea to Skye” by way of the road bridge. After a stop for lunch we take the stunningly beautiful road through Glen Suardal which provides breathtaking views of the Red Cuillin Hills. We’ll have an extended stop in Elgol where there are superb views of the Black Cuillin Hills and, if the weather is kind to us, to Rum and the Small Isles.

A real highlight is our stop at Eilean Donan Castle, perched on its island at the head of Loch Duich. Here you have the option of visiting this most picturesque of castles. Our return to Inverness will take us through Glen Shiel where we will see the "Five Sisters" mountain range.

Day Three

Scenic Applecross and Loch Carron

A day of scenic beauty as we travel to one of the remotest areas of Scotland—the Applecross Peninsula. Our journey commences with a drive across the Black Isle to the village of Achnasheen. Then the dramatic climb over the Bealach nam Bo, which means the Pass of the Cattle, in Gaelic. The Pass is the third highest road in the United Kingdom and climbs to over 2,000 feet! On our arrival in Applecross we can spend some quality time enjoying the spectacular seascapes or discovering the sad tale of the highland clearances at the local heritage centre. In this area wildlife abounds—nature lovers look out for red deer, pine martens (one of the rarest of British mammals) and otters.

Day Four

Inverness to Edinburgh

Our Highland adventure continues today as we travel across the Black Isle to the sleepy fishing village of Cromarty. It was from here that many Highlanders emigrated to the New World. The Moray Firth is home to a colony of dolphins and we'll make a stop at Chanonry Point, a popular vantage spot with enthusiasts of these loveable mammals. There is a stop in the pleasant town of Beauly before we travel through Glen Convinth to reach Drumnadrochit and the award winning Loch Ness Exhibition and Centre.

Our route south will take us to the gentle Spey Valley, with views of the Cairngorm Mountains, then through the dramatic scenery of the Drumochter Pass and onwards to Glen Garry - watch out for imposing Blair Castle.

We’ll make a stop for afternoon tea before continuing through the rolling Perthshire countryside. From Perth its homeward bound to journey’s end in Edinburgh.

The order in which excursions are operated may vary.

What's included

· 3 nights accommodation in twin rooms with private bath/shower
· Full Scottish breakfast (days 2, 3 & 4)
· Excursions as detailed in itinerary
· Transportation to/from Inverness by luxury touring coach
· Services of a tour host
· Service charges and taxes

What's NOT included

· Admission charges unless otherwise stated in the itinerary
· Meals, snacks or items of a personal nature
· Gratuity to your driver/guide

Accommodation

Accommodation is included in the price of the tour. Clients can select between conveniently located quality guest house accommodation and a superior tourist class hotel in the centre of Inverness. All rooms have en-suite facilities and other amenities. Full Scottish breakfast is included. Prices are based on 2 people sharing a room - please note single supplements will apply.

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations more than 30 days prior to departure date - 90% refund. 30 to 15 days - 50% of tour cost. 14 days or less - no refund.

Departure Information

Saturdays & Sundays
12 May to 30 September, 2012

Check in: 07:45 hrs
Departure: 08:00 hrs
From Scotline Tours
87 High Street/Royal Mile
Edinburgh EH1 1SG
Tour returns at: 20:30 hrs (day 4)

 

Rates

Tour (Per Person in GB Sterling )
Date	Type
	Package per person (Hotels)	Package per person (Guesthouses)
Saturdays & Sundays 12 May to 30 September, 2012	Sharing a Twin: £455.00 Single £530.00	Sharing a Twin: £375.00 Single: £420.00

• Prices are quoted per person per tour based on two sharing
• Customers must provide a valid credit card number.
• Limited availability : advanced booking required.
• This tour only operates on certain days of the week
• Single Supplements apply
• Any booking is subject to our Booking Terms.
  

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