Scotland in 5 Days Including Jacobite Steam Train from Edinburgh
Explore the Highland beauty of Scotland's west coast and the Isle of Skye on a 5-day excursion from Edinburgh. This in-depth tour of Scotland’s classic locations includes visits to Stirlingshire, the Scottish Highlands, Isle of Skye, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness and Culloden Battlefield, plus a ride on the ‘Jacobite Steam Train’ — a mode of transport made famous as ‘Hogwarts Express’ in the Harry Potter films. Choose from 3-star guesthouse or hotel accommodation with breakfasts in Oban, the Isle of Skye and Inverness.
Options
Guesthouse Double
5-day tour including 4 nights in 3-star double guesthouse accommodation - 1 room with 1 double bed; suitable for 2 people to share.
What's included in Scotland in 5 Days Including Jacobite Steam Train from Edinburgh
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Day 1 | Edinburgh to Oban
The Kelpies & The Helix
Callander
Glencoe
Accommodation
Day 2 | Oban to the Isle of Skye
Quiraing
Isle of Skye
Food and Drinks
Accommodation
Inclusions
- Whisky Distillery Tour
- Jacobite Steam Train' ride from Fort William to Mallaig
- Transport by air-conditioned midi-coach
- Local Scottish English Speaking Guide
- Ferry ride to the Isle of Skye
- Loch Ness boat cruise
- 4 nights of B&B or Hotel accommodation
- Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 5 years, we are unable to carry any children under this age
- Each traveller is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase weighing no more than 33lbs (15kg) and 1 carry-on bag
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
- Please note that most fellow travellers on your tour will be staying at B&B accommodation.
- Please note that the Jacobite Steam Train service may be subject to alterations and cancellations at short notice, outwith our control
- Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
- In cases of extreme weather, the Loch Ness boat cruise may be cancelled on short notice. If you have purchased ticket for this you will be refunded.
- It is not possible to upgrade your Standard steam train ticket to a First Class ticket
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- This tour will depart at 8:30 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please meet 15 minutes before departure and look for your designated queue. Our staff will check you in. We are not able to wait for anyone arriving late.
