Isle of Skye 3 Day Tour from Glasgow
Explore Skye, Glencoe, Loch Ness and the Highlands on a three-day small-group adventure from Glasgow, with two nights on the Isle of Skye before finishing in Edinburgh.
Why You’ll Love This Tour
Three days of dramatic Highland scenery, legendary places and time outside the vehicle — with a full day dedicated to exploring the Isle of Skye.
Isle of Skye
A Full Day Exploring Skye
Spend Day 2 discovering the island’s landscapes and stories, including Dunvegan, the Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, Duntulm and the Fairy Glen.
History & Castles
Castles & Highland History
Discover centuries of clan history and legend at Dunvegan and Eilean Donan, alongside stories of Jacobites, Highland life and Scotland’s turbulent past.
Active Sightseeing
Get Out Into the Landscape
Short walks and scenic stops put you into the Highlands, from Skye’s unusual landscapes to ancient woodland at Creag Meagaidh on Day 3.
Small Groups
A More Personal Tour
Travel with a maximum of 16 guests, giving your guide more flexibility and creating a more relaxed, personal way to experience Skye and the Highlands.
Glasgow to Skye & Back Through the Highlands
Travel through Loch Lomond and Glencoe, spend a full day exploring Skye, then return through Eilean Donan, Loch Ness and the central Highlands to Edinburgh.
1 Glasgow → Isle of Skye Loch Lomond · Rannoch Moor · Glencoe · Fort William · Skye Bridge
Leave Glasgow and travel north through Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park as the landscape changes from the Lowlands into the mountains of the Scottish Highlands.
Cross the wild landscape around Rannoch Moor before reaching Glencoe, where you’ll stop beneath the Three Sisters and hear the history and stories behind one of Scotland’s most famous glens.
At the Glencoe Visitor Centre, see the replica Turf & Creel House, offering an insight into traditional Highland life.
Continue through Fort William beneath Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain, before travelling towards Scotland’s west coast and crossing the Skye Bridge.
Arrive on the Isle of Skye and continue to your accommodation area around Portree for the first of two nights on the island.
2 Explore the Isle of Skye Dunvegan · Old Man of Storr · Kilt Rock · Duntulm · Fairy Glen
Day 2 is dedicated to exploring the Isle of Skye. Leave Portree and travel west towards Dunvegan Castle, ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod and a place filled with centuries of island history and legend.
Continue around the island and into the dramatic landscapes of the Trotternish Peninsula, passing the unmistakable Old Man of Storr.
Stop at Kilt Rock & Mealt Falls, where basalt cliffs fall towards the sea, before continuing around northern Skye towards the ruins of Duntulm Castle.
Later, explore the strange conical hills and pathways of the Fairy Glen before returning to Portree for your second evening on Skye.
3 Isle of Skye → Edinburgh Eilean Donan · Loch Ness · Fort Augustus · Creag Meagaidh · Pitlochry
Leave Skye across the Skye Bridge and make your first stop at Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most recognisable Highland landmarks.
Continue inland to Fort Augustus at the southern end of Loch Ness. Learn about the history and legends of the loch and, if you choose, take an optional cruise on the water.
The journey then continues to Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve for a short Highland walk through ancient woodland and a landscape at the heart of a major habitat-restoration project.
Your final planned stop is the Highland town of Pitlochry before continuing south towards Edinburgh.
The three-day journey concludes outside The Jolly Botanist in Edinburgh at approximately 7–8pm.
The itinerary is a guide and may change due to weather, road conditions, seasonal closures, attraction availability or other circumstances beyond our control.
2 Nights on the Isle of Skye
Spend both nights on the Isle of Skye, giving you a full island day without having to make the long journey back to the mainland each evening.
Prices are a guide only and vary by season, demand, availability, special events and how close to departure you book.
If we arrange your accommodation, we aim to place solo travellers in a single room. If availability is limited, a twin room shared with another traveller of the same gender may occasionally be offered. Contact us in advance if you do not want sharing to be considered.
When we arrange your accommodation, breakfast is normally included. If it isn’t available — for example with a last-minute booking — we’ll tell you and recommend nearby alternatives.
What’s Included & Important Tour Information
A clear breakdown of what your tour price covers, what you should budget for separately and the important Glasgow departure and Edinburgh finish information.
Included
- Fun, friendly and knowledgeable Scotland tour guide
- Guided short walks and Active Sightseeing stops
- Transport throughout the 3-day tour
- Air-conditioned touring vehicle
- Highland and Isle of Skye scenery
- Stories, myths, legends and local history
- Waterfalls and nature stops
- Small-group touring with a maximum of 16 guests
Not Included
- Two nights of accommodation on the Isle of Skye
- Meals and snacks
- Loch Ness cruise ticket
- Entry to Eilean Donan Castle
- Entry to Dunvegan Castle & Gardens
- Other optional paid experiences
This is an Active Sightseeing tour. Guests should be comfortable walking for up to approximately one hour on uneven ground and spending time outdoors in changeable Highland weather.
Why Travellers Choose Scotland’s Wild
Small groups, more time outside the vehicle and guides who bring Scotland’s landscapes, history and stories to life.
Small Groups
Maximum 16 TravellersA smaller group means more flexibility, easier stops and a more personal experience with your guide.
Active Sightseeing
More Time in the LandscapeShort walks and scenic stops get you out of the vehicle and into the Highlands instead of simply viewing them through a window.
Expert Guides
Stories Bring Scotland to LifeDiscover the history, legends, landscapes and local stories behind the places you visit throughout your journey.
5 Star Tours
VisitScotland RatedTravel with an established Scottish tour company recognised for delivering high-quality visitor experiences.
3-Day Isle of Skye Tour from Glasgow FAQs
The most important things to know before booking your three-day Skye adventure from Glasgow.
Is accommodation included in the tour price?
No. Accommodation is not included in the advertised tour price.
You will spend two nights on the Isle of Skye. You can either ask us to arrange accommodation through one of our trusted partners or book your own.
Where will I stay on Skye?
Both nights are spent on the Isle of Skye. The exact accommodation location can vary according to availability and your departure date.
If booking your own stay, contact us first so that we can confirm the appropriate area. Accommodation should normally be within approximately 3km of the group location.
How do I secure my place?
A 25% deposit is required when booking this multi-day group tour.
The remaining balance is due 15 days before departure and is automatically collected using the payment method attached to your booking.
What is the cancellation policy?
- 16 or more days before departure: 90% refund of the total tour cost.
- 15 days or less: 100% of the tour cost is payable.
- No-show: 100% of the tour cost is payable.
Are castle tickets and the Loch Ness cruise included?
No. The following are currently paid separately:
- Loch Ness cruise
- Eilean Donan Castle admission
- Dunvegan Castle & Gardens admission
Attraction opening dates and availability are seasonal and can change.
What is the minimum age?
The minimum age for this scheduled group tour is 12 years old.
If travelling with children under 12, contact us about arranging a private tour instead.
Explore private Scotland tours →Can I take the same tour from Edinburgh?
Yes. We also operate the 3-Day Isle of Skye tour from Edinburgh.
The Edinburgh version starts and finishes at The Jolly Botanist in Edinburgh.
View the Edinburgh tour →Where and when does the tour depart from Glasgow?
Check-in is at 8:15am and the tour departs at 8:30am.
Meet at:
17 Killermont Street
Glasgow
G2 3NX
Does the tour return to Glasgow?
No. This tour starts in Glasgow but finishes in Edinburgh on Day 3.
Drop-off is outside The Jolly Botanist, 256–260 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8DT.
Please plan your final-night accommodation and onward travel accordingly.
What time does the tour reach Edinburgh?
The tour normally arrives between approximately 7:00pm and 8:00pm on Day 3.
Traffic, weather, road conditions and other circumstances can affect the exact arrival time, so avoid tightly timed onward connections.
How much walking is involved?
This is an Active Sightseeing tour. We deliberately include short walks and time outside the vehicle so that you can properly experience Skye and the Highlands.
Guests should be comfortable walking for up to approximately one hour on uneven ground.
Paths can be rough, wet, muddy or slippery.
What should I wear and bring?
- 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 will be opportunities to purchase food throughout the tour, and your guide can recommend places to eat.
Some evening meals may need to be booked in advance, particularly during busy periods on Skye.
How much luggage can I bring?
Each traveller can bring one suitcase or bag up to 15Kg (33lbs), with dimensions of approx:
56cm x 43 × 25
(22 inch x 17 × 10)
You may also bring one small handbag-sized personal bag. Please make sure you can lift and carry your own luggage.
Read our luggage information →Will there be regular bathroom breaks?
Yes. We make regular comfort stops throughout the three-day journey at locations across the Highlands and Isle of Skye.
Your guide will let you know when facilities are available and when the next planned comfort stop will be.
What happens if bad weather affects the itinerary?
The tour normally operates in Scotland’s changeable weather, so rain alone does not mean the tour will be cancelled.
Safety comes first. Weather, road closures, attraction closures or other circumstances can occasionally require your guide to alter the route, timing or individual stops.
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