Hebridean Highlights – Isles of Skye, Lewis and Harris

Arriving in to Edinburgh or Glasgow Airports, collect your vehicle and embark on your journey north. You’ll enjoy your first flavour of Scotland’s raw natural beauty as you pass north along the banks of Loch Lomond and through the scenery of the Trossachs National Park before crossing the desolate and awe-inspiring Rannoch Moor. A potential stop is at the Glencoe visitor centre which marks the place of the infamous clan battle. Time permitting, visit the lively port town of Fort William on the shores of Loch Linhe and in the shadow of Britain’s tallest peak, Ben Nevis.

Overnight: Glencoe

Journey details: 85 miles / 2hrs approx*

This morning take the "Road to the Isles" stopping to see the Glenfinnan Monument dedicated to Bonnie Prince Charlie and the magnificent Glenfinnan viaduct, made famous in the Harry Potter movies and the Hogwarts Express. Then take the ferry to the stunning Isle of Skye; you may choose to stop at Armadale Castle and the Clan Donald Centre in the South of the island before passing the beautiful peaks of the Cuillin Hills on route to the island’s main town at Portree, and its bustling harbour of pastel fisherman's cottages.

Overnight: Isle of Skye

Meals: Breakfast included

Journey details: 105 miles / 3hrs 20mins approx* (including ferry crossing to Skye)

Dedicate day three to exploring the breath-taking natural beauty of this peaceful island; from the quaint port town of Portree, tour the north of the island and the Trotternish Peninsula with its natural features such as “Kilt Rock” and “the Old Man of Storr” or visit the famous Fairy Pools. Wildlife is in abundance, in the coastal waters you can spot seabirds, dolphins and seals. Possible cultural visits include Dunvegan Castle, home of the Macleod Clan, the Museum of Island Life and nearby Flora Macdonald's Grave or the distillery of famed malt whisky Talisker.

Overnight: Isle of Skye

Meals: Breakfast included

This morning head for the North of Skye for your crossing to the Isles of Lewis and Harris (actually one island but with two names – Harris in the South and Lewis in the North). Here you can discover breath-taking landscapes of rocky lunar-like terrain and heather swept moors. Today explore Harris; first stop should be the famous Harris Tweed shop in Tarbert before heading South to see the glorious sweeing sand of Seilebost Bay and St Clements Church in Rodel, a beautiful church home the intricately carved tombstone of a medieval clan leader.

Overnight: Isle of Lewis or Harris

Meals: Breakfast included

Journey details: 90 miles / 3hrs 30mins approx* (including ferry crossing to Harris/Lewis)

Dedicate today to touring the remote Isle of Lewis. There are several stunning historic sites to uncover such as the iron-age Dun Carloway Broch and the mysterious neolithic Callainish Standing Stones which are thought to pre-date Stonehenge. Across the area you’ll enjoy spectacular landscapes and rare wildlife; the coastal waters are home to whales, dolphins and sharks whilst the cliffs offer nesting for sea-birds such as puffins. Not to be missed are the deserted sheltered bay at Dalbeag Beach and the craggy cliffs of the Butt of Lewis, a peninsula on the far north of the island.

Overnight: Isle of Lewis or Harris

Meals: Breakfast included

This morning pass through the bustle of harbour town Stornoway, the largest settlement on Lewis, before crossing by ferry back to the Scottish mainland. Arriving in the port town of Ullapool, embark on scenic drive through the Northern Highlands taking you along the shores of Loch Broom and over dramatic landscapes. Enjoy a stop at the impressive Falls of Measach in Corrieshalloch Gorge before arriving in Inverness, capital of the Highlands. Spend the balance of the day exploring this charming Highland town and its hill-top castle.

Overnight: Inverness area

Meals: Breakfast included

Journey details: 130 miles / 5 hrs approx (including ferry from Lewis to Scottish Mainland)

Spend today exploring the Highlands surrounding Inverness – first journey should be to travel down the great glen to the weather-beaten ruins of Urquhart Castle overlooking the chilly waters of Loch Ness. After a bit of “Nessie-spotting” or a boat trip on the loch head for Culloden Battlefield, infamous site of the final confrontation of the Jacobite Rising of the 18th century. You may also choose to visit the elegant Cawdor Castle with links to Shakespeare’s Macbeth or the intriguing standing stones of the Clava Cairns which inspired the Outlander television series.

Overnight: Inverness area

Meals: Breakfast included

Today pass south in to the heart of Scotland and through the hills of the Cairngorm National Park. At the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry you can visit the magnificent Blair Castle before continuing South to historic Stirling. Visit the towering Wallace Monument erected in dedication to the Great Scottish Hero "Braveheart" William Wallace before wandering the cobbled old town to Stirling Castle which was once the Royal Seat of Scotland and rivals that of Edinburgh for its historic significance and beauty.

Overnight: Stirling area

Meals: Breakfast included

Journey details: 140miles / 2hrs 45mins approx*

Enjoy a final breakfast in your hotel before checking out and making your way back to Edinburgh or Glasgow Airports. Return your vehicle and check-in for your return flight to your home nation.

Meals: Breakfast included

Journey details: 30 miles / 45 mins approx.* (to Edinburgh Airport)