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Glasgow: Isle of Skye Jacobite Steam Train and Whisky Tour 4 Day

By Timberbush Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$614 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Scotland on this 4-day tour from Edinburgh and Glasgow. Experience the charm of the Isle of Skye, ride the famous Jacobite Steam Train, and indulge in whisky tastings at renowned distilleries. Highlights include breathtaking views of Loch Lomond, ancient castles like Eilean Donan, and the captivating Fairy Pools. With a knowledgeable driver-guide and luxury air-conditioned coach, explore the rich history and scenic beauty of the Scottish Highlands at your own pace.

  • Duration: 4 days of exploration across Scotland's west coast
  • Includes Jacobite Steam Train ride (option selected) and whisky tastings
  • Discover iconic sights like Oban, Portree, and Glenfinnan
  • Suitable for travellers aged 4 and up, with group sizes capped at 16

Activity location

  • Luss
    • Luss, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 19 Killermont St
    • 19 Killermont Street
    • G2 3NX, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Tour Only
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$613.63 x 1 AdultAU$613.63
Total
Price is AU$613.63
Until Mon, 27 Apr
Double/Twin/Family B&B & Train
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English

Double/Twin/Family B&B
Jacobite Steam Train

Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$1,650.18 x 1 AdultAU$1,650.18
Total
Price is AU$1,650.18
Until Mon, 27 Apr
Single B&B
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English

Single B&B

Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$1,746.47 x 1 AdultAU$1,746.47
Total
Price is AU$1,746.47
Until Mon, 27 Apr
Double/Twin/Family B&B
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English

Double/Twin/Family B&B

Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$1,933.39 x 1 AdultAU$1,933.39
Total
Price is AU$1,933.39
Until Mon, 27 Apr
Single B&B & Train
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English

Single B&B
Jacobite Steam Train

Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$1,933.39 x 1 AdultAU$1,933.39
Total
Price is AU$1,933.39
Until Mon, 27 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Digital translations
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Luxury Modern air-conditioned coach
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Knowledgeable Driver-Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance to attractions - optional that needs to be paid on-site
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and Drink

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 4 years.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
  • Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
  • Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
  • This tour can be booked with accommodation included or without. If booking your own accommodation, it must be within 2km of Oban and Portree town centre.
  • Luggage is restricted to one medium sized suitcase per person. For guidance: a medium sized suitcase is considered 60-69cm high and roughly 45cm in width. Luggage storage facilities operated by a third-party are available in Edinburgh.
  • Please note that on the following dates, the ferry will not operate; instead, we will travel to the Isle of Skye by crossing the Skye Bridge: 22/05, 01/06, 07/09, 18/09.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Edinburgh, to the West Highlands and Oban

  • 7 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Oban.

Luss

  • 25m
Take a stroll through the picturesque village of Luss, scenic banks of Loch Lomond

Rest and be Thankful

  • 10m
Photo stop at the dramatic Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint.

Inveraray

  • 1h
Pause in the historic town of Inveraray for lunch

Auchindrain Township

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Auchindrain Heritage Village, a fascinating open-air museum showcasing traditional Highland life.

Kilmartin Glen

  • 45m
Short walk to discover standing stones and burial cairns that date back thousands of years at Kilmartin Glen, home to over 800 ancient monuments.

Kilmartin Church and Graveyard

  • 10m
Short stop

Oban Distillery

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Seaside town of Oban, known as the “Gateway to the Isles”, and famous for McCaig’s Folly, it's equivalent of the Colosseum, where you’ll have the option to visit Oban Distillery for a whisky tasting before settling into your accommodation for the night.

Day 2: The Jacobite Steam Train to Skye

  • 7 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Portree.

Glencoe

  • 10m
Breathtaking scenery of Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most dramatic glens, and a chance for photos of its rugged peaks.

Glencoe Visitor Centre

  • 20m
Visit the Glencoe Visitor Centre to learn about the area’s history.

Fort William

  • 1h 15m
Early lunch in Fort William.

Jacobite Steam Train

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
(Optional) Board the Jacobite Steam Train, one of the world’s most scenic and well-known rail journeys. Sit back and relax as the train crosses the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter films

Mallaig

  • 10m
Short ferry crossing to the Isle of Skye.

Armadale

  • 10m
Disembark from the ferry.

Sligachan Old Bridge

  • 30m
Pause at the Sligachan Old Bridge, a perfect photo spot with the Cuillin Mountains as a backdrop

Day 3: Explore the Isle of Skye

  • 8 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Portree.

Fairy Pools

  • 30m
Visiting the enchanting Fairy Pools

Talisker Distillery

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Stop at Talisker Distillery for an optional tour and tasting.

Dun Beag

  • 30m
Dun Beag Broch, an ancient Iron Age structure offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Dunvegan Castle & Gardens

  • 1h 30m
Lunch and free time in Dunvegan.

Fairy Glen

  • 40m
Exploring the magical Fairy Glen.

Quiraing

  • 30m
Exploring the dramatic cliffs of the Quiraing.

Kilt Rock

  • 15m
Exploring the stunning Kilt Rock waterfall.

The Old Man of Storr

  • 15m
Breathtaking views of the Old Man of Storr.

Day 4: Eilean Donan, the Highlands, and return to Edinburgh

  • 5 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Eilean Donan Castle

  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The picture-perfect Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed landmarks

Rogie Falls

  • 45m
Visit Rogie Falls, a beautiful woodland setting where you might spot salmon leaping upstream.

Inverness

  • 1h
Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, for lunch.

Culloden Battlefield

  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Culloden Battlefield, the poignant site of the final Jacobite rising.

Pitlochry

  • 30m
Pause for refreshments in Pitlochry, a charming Perthshire town.

Location

Activity location

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    Luss
    • Luss, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    19 Killermont St
    • 19 Killermont Street
    • G2 3NX, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

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