Outer Hebrides, Lewis & Harris 3 Day Tour from Inverness
Outer Hebrides, Lewis & Harris 3-Day Tour from Inverness
Cross from the Highlands to Lewis & Harris for three days of white-sand beaches, ancient standing stones, island culture and spectacular Outer Hebridean landscapes.
Atlantic beaches, ancient stones and living island culture.
Travel from Inverness through the north-west Highlands and cross the Minch for two nights on the Isle of Lewis. Harris brings mountain scenery and the pale sands of Luskentyre, while Lewis reveals 5,000 years of island history and living Hebridean culture.
Walk among the Callanish Standing Stones, discover traditional blackhouse communities and reach the Atlantic edge at the Butt of Lewis. Corrieshalloch Gorge, Knockan Crag, the Falls of Shin and the remote northern Highlands make the journey to and from the islands every bit as memorable.
Walk on Luskentyre Beach
Step onto pale sand beside clear turquoise water, with Harris’s mountain landscape rising beyond the shoreline.
Stand Among the Callanish Stones
Walk through one of Scotland’s great prehistoric monuments, created around 5,000 years ago in Lewis’s open landscape.
Discover Traditional Island Life
Explore Lewis’s blackhouse heritage and the communities shaped by crofting, weather and the Atlantic Ocean.
The Journey Is Part of the Adventure
Walk at Corrieshalloch and Knockan Crag, cross the Minch and travel through the remote north-west Highlands.
Inverness to Lewis & Harris through the north-west Highlands
Cross the north-west Highlands to the Outer Hebrides, spend two nights on Lewis and return through the remarkable landscapes of Assynt, Sutherland and the northern Highlands.
Inverness to Lewis & Harris and back through the northern Highlands
Three varied days connect the north-west Highlands, Harris’s Atlantic beaches, Lewis’s ancient landscape and the journey across the Minch.
Inverness → Isle of Lewis & Harris
Leave Inverness and travel into the north-west Highlands for a woodland walk above the dramatic waterfalls and gorge at Corrieshalloch.
Continue to Ullapool and board the ferry across the Minch to Stornoway, with opportunities to watch for seabirds, dolphins and other marine wildlife.
On arrival, travel south into Harris for a walk on Luskentyre Beach, then continue towards MacLeod’s Stone before returning to the Stornoway area.
Explore the Isle of Lewis
Begin around the Port of Ness, continue towards St Moluag’s Church and reach the lighthouse and Atlantic cliffs at the Butt of Lewis.
Travel south past Eoropie Beach and Clach an Trushal to explore blackhouse heritage, the Whalebone Arch and the restored Norse Mill & Kiln.
Visit Gearrannan Blackhouse Village and Dun Carloway Broch before finishing among the extraordinary Callanish Standing Stones.
Lewis → Inverness
Say goodbye to Lewis and board the ferry back across the Minch to mainland Scotland.
Travel into Assynt and walk at Knockan Crag, where the trail explores the geology that transformed our understanding of how mountains are formed.
Continue to the Falls of Shin and Glenmorangie Distillery before returning to Inverness at approximately 5–6pm.
The itinerary is a guide. Ferry schedules, weather, attraction availability, road conditions and other operational circumstances may require stops, timings or the running order to change.
What travellers say about our Lewis & Harris tours
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2 nights on the Isle of Lewis
Both nights are based on the Isle of Lewis, giving you a full island day to explore Lewis and Harris without retracing the mainland route each evening.
Choose your own accommodation or ask Scotland’s Wild to arrange both nights with trusted local partners on Lewis.
Let Us Arrange It
We can arrange Twin, Double, Single or Family rooms through trusted accommodation partners on Lewis, normally in or around Stornoway.
- We arrange both nights after your tour booking is confirmed.
- Breakfast is normally included.
- We send you the accommodation details and total price.
Book Your Own
You are welcome to arrange your own accommodation on Lewis to suit your preferred style and budget.
- Contact us before making reservations so we can confirm the correct collection area.
- Stay within approximately 3km of the group accommodation location.
- This helps us manage morning collection and evening drop-off.
Typical Accommodation Costs
Approximate price per person, per night.
| Room Type | B&B En-suite | Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Sole Occupancy 1 person per room | £100–£160 | £155–£255 |
| Multiple Occupancy 2+ people per room | £80–£110 | £100–£160 |
Prices are a guide only and vary according to season, demand, availability, special events and how close to departure you book.
Solo travellers: when we arrange accommodation, we aim to provide a single room. If availability is limited, a twin room shared with another traveller of the same gender may occasionally be offered. Contact us beforehand if you do not want sharing to be considered.
Breakfast: breakfast is normally included when we arrange accommodation. We will tell you if an exception applies.
Accommodation questions: info@scotlandswild.com
What’s included & what to budget for separately
Included
- Scheduled ferry travel between Ullapool and Stornoway
- Fun, friendly and knowledgeable Scotland tour guide
- Guided short walks and Active Sightseeing stops
- Transport throughout the 3-day journey
- Air-conditioned touring vehicle
- Outer Hebrides and Highland scenery
- Waterfalls, beaches and historic island landscapes
- History, stories, myths and legends throughout the journey
- Small-group touring with a maximum of 16 guests
Not Included
- Accommodation for the two nights
- Meals and snacks
- Gearrannan Blackhouse Village admission
- Arnol Blackhouse admission
- Glenmorangie Distillery admission
- Any other paid attraction unless specifically stated
Where your three-day journey begins and ends
Outside Starbucks at Rose Street Car Park
Rose Street
Inverness
IV1 1NQ
Please arrive at 8:00am so your guide can check everyone in before the 8:15am departure.
Expected arrival: 5–6pm
The tour returns to the same Inverness meeting point. Allow flexibility for ferry schedules, Highland traffic, weather and road conditions.
Avoid tightly timed onward travelThe exact arrival time can change, so leave a comfortable margin before trains, flights or other fixed plans.
Why travellers choose Scotland’s Wild
Across three days, your guide connects the Outer Hebrides and the north-west Highlands into one warm, personal journey.
Come for the islands. Remember how they felt.
This route reaches extraordinary places, but it should never feel like a checklist. Your guide connects Luskentyre, Callanish, Lewis’s blackhouses and the north-west Highlands through the people and stories behind each landscape.
Three days together gives a small group time to settle in, ask questions, share a laugh and notice the quieter moments between landmarks—the part many guests remember after returning home.
3-Day Lewis & Harris Tour from Inverness FAQs
Important information about accommodation, ferries, walking, luggage and your three-day Outer Hebrides adventure from Inverness.
Is accommodation included in the tour price?
No. Accommodation is not included in the advertised tour price.
Both overnight stays are on the Isle of Lewis. You can ask us to arrange rooms through trusted local partners or book your own after checking the correct collection area with us.
Where will I stay during the two nights?
Both nights are based on the Isle of Lewis, normally in or around Stornoway. Exact properties and locations vary according to availability and departure date.
If you arrange your own accommodation, contact us first so we can confirm the correct area. Your accommodation should normally be within approximately 3km of the group location.
Are the Lewis ferry crossings included?
Yes. The scheduled ferry crossing from Ullapool to Stornoway and the return journey to mainland Scotland are included in the tour price.
Ferry schedules are operationally important and can sometimes require the running order or timings to change.
How do I secure my place on the tour?
A 25% deposit is required when booking this multi-day group tour.
The remaining balance is due 15 days before your tour starts and is automatically collected using the payment method attached to your booking.
What is the cancellation policy?
For this multi-day scheduled group tour:
- 16 or more days before departure: 90% refund of the total tour cost.
- 15 days or less before departure: 100% of the tour cost is payable.
- No-show: 100% of the tour cost is payable.
How large is the tour group?
This is a small-group tour with a maximum of 16 travellers.
The smaller group gives your guide more flexibility and creates more room for questions, conversation and time outside the vehicle.
Are there age restrictions?
Yes. The minimum age for this scheduled group tour is 12 years old.
If you are travelling with younger children, contact us about arranging a private tour instead.
Which attraction tickets are not included?
The following are currently paid separately from the tour price:
- Gearrannan Blackhouse Village admission
- Arnol Blackhouse admission
- Glenmorangie Distillery admission or tasting experience
- Any other optional paid experience
Attraction opening dates and availability are seasonal and can change.
Where and when does the tour depart from Inverness?
Check-in is at 8:00am and the tour departs at 8:15am.
Meet outside Starbucks at Rose Street Car Park, Rose Street, Inverness, IV1 1NQ.
What time does the tour return to Inverness?
The tour normally returns to Inverness between approximately 5:00pm and 6:00pm on Day 3.
Ferry schedules, traffic, weather and road conditions can affect the precise arrival time, so avoid tightly timed onward travel immediately afterwards.
How much walking is involved?
This is an Active Sightseeing tour. Short walks and time outside the vehicle are deliberately built into the experience.
Guests should be comfortable walking for up to around one hour on island, coastal, woodland and historic-site terrain. Paths can be rough, wet, slippery or uneven.
What should I wear and bring?
Scotland’s weather can change quickly. We recommend:
- Waterproof clothing
- Comfortable sturdy walking shoes or boots
- Warm layers
- Hat and gloves in colder weather
- Midge repellent, particularly April–September
- Sun cream for brighter days
Are meals included?
No. Meals and snacks are not included.
There are opportunities to buy food throughout the Highlands, Lewis, Harris and Inverness, and your guide can recommend places to eat. Evening restaurants on the islands may require advance booking during busy periods.
How much luggage can I bring?
Each traveller can bring one suitcase or bag up to 15kg / 33lb, approximately:
56cm × 43cm × 25cm
You may also bring one small handbag-sized personal bag.
Will there be regular bathroom breaks?
Yes. Regular comfort stops are made throughout the three-day journey, and toilet facilities are also available on the Lewis ferries.
Can weather or ferry schedules change the itinerary?
Yes. Island travel depends on ferry schedules, weather, attraction availability and road conditions.
Safety and practical ferry connections come first, so your guide may adjust the order of stops, timings or individual visits where necessary.
Ready for three unforgettable days in the Outer Hebrides?
Explore Lewis, Harris and the north-west Highlands as one connected small-group journey from Inverness.
