15 3-Day Experiences in Scotland to Build a Trip Around

1.3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,351 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $224Our pick

3-day guided coach loop from Edinburgh to Skye, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Inverness and Culloden, with an optional Loch Ness cruise.

“The trip was great, Paul our tour guide /driver was knowledgeable easy to get along and happy to accommodate every one. Paul is an asset to your organization, he should be recognized for his attention to detail great customer service and knowledge Scottish history”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,276 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $705

Small-group Highlands and Skye from Edinburgh with Portree stays, Loch Ness hopes, and scenic stops in a 16-seat Mercedes.

“Graham was very kind, fun, and knowledgeable. Despite cold rainy weather’s the views were super beautiful and the tour was well worth it!”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,276 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $705

Small-group Highlands and Skye from Edinburgh with Portree stays, Loch Ness hopes, and scenic stops in a 16-seat Mercedes.

“What a fabulous trip! Michael was an absolutely fantastic tour guide- he was so knowledgeable, personable and friendly and clearly intelligent- he knew so many fun facts and stories that were so engaging and interesting to hear about. The tour offers soooo many stops- it doesn’t feel like you’re on the bus for hours because of how often you are getting off and looking at scenery. My husband and I really enjoyed ourselves and this tour truly made us fall in love with the Highlands. If you are umming and erring about whether to book the trip- take this as your sign to book it as you won’t regret it!”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,138 reviews · 3 days (approx.)

3 days from Edinburgh through Glencoe, Skye icons like Old Man of Storr, and Loch Ness, with guided myths and included stays.

“We couldn't have asked for a better tour of the Isle of Skye. Tim was an amazing tour guide, along with Tegan. We learned so much and saw so many amazing views! The B&B they arranged for us in Portree was a perfect place to rest at the end of the day. The hotel provided a wonderful breakfast. Could not recommend this tour enough! :)”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,002 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $235

3 days from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye, Glencoe, Ben Nevis and Loch Ness, with small-group transport and optional accommodation included.

“The tour was very nice. Good variation between traveling on the bus and getting out to move around I enjoyed it”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.3-Day Guided Isle of Skye and Highlands with Stay from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 904 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $416

A guided 3-day loop from Edinburgh through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, and Pitlochry with B&B included.

“Neither my partner, nor I, felt comfortable driving in Scotland and this was a fanastic way to experience the highlands in a relaxed manner. We visited so many places we wouldn't have found on our own, and a good variety of different sites. Bobby (Robert) was an amazing tour guide! He's a history buff and is super knowledgeable, tells hilarious jokes, and did a great job of maximizing our experience. Bobby, if you ever come to Colorado, please come visit us!”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.3-Day Budget Backpacker Isle of Skye and the Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 273 reviews · 3 days (approx.)

3-day budget tour from Edinburgh to Highlands and Isle of Skye: Loch Ness, Eilean Donan, Skye sights, Stirling, 2 dorm nights.

“Would recommend! I only had a short time to see Skye and was nervous about driving on Scottish roads so this was an ideal way for me to see the bits I wanted! (and bits I wouldn't have ever known about!) It ended up being so much more fun and energetic than anticipated as our friendly guide Michael got us all ready to converse, igniting new discussions and friendships between mostly solo travellers (of a relatable young age group) and getting the party started! (with an impressive volume of historic tales)”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Small-Group Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $692

Small-group 3-day Skye and Highlands tour from Glasgow, with Portree stay, Loch Ness lunch, and Mercedes mini-coach transport.

“We had a great time. Our tour guide _George was the best. He made the tour interesting and fun. He is very knowledgeable . The sights were beautiful and we were given enough time to enjoy them. Robyn and Denny”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Isle of Skye, The Highlands and Loch Ness – 3 Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $235

Small-group 3-day tour from Glasgow to Isle of Skye, Highlands, and Loch Ness, with Portree stay, air-conditioned coach, and photo stops.

“Scott, our tour guide was amazing and made this trip with my 3 kids a memorable one! He was very knowledgeable about both Scottish history and pop culture which we enjoyed. The tour felt complete, engaging, and well-rounded. We also stopped at all the places we were hoping to, including petting and feeding some highland cows!”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.3 Day Isle of Skye and Jacobite Steam Train Tour from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 3 days (approx.)

3 days from Inverness with Skye scenery, fairy-tale stops, and the Jacobite steam train over Glenfinnan Viaduct. Breakfast included.

“This was hands down one of the best trips we have experienced. Our guide, Duffy was amazing! We were able to see so much and our small group allowed for a lot of interaction and education on the various sites we visited. Duffy went out of his way to ensure everyone had an amazing time and catered the trip to our group and our interests. I highly recommend this incredible tour!”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.3-Day Speyside Whisky Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $809

Speyside whisky tasting with admissions, 2 nights in Grantown-on-Spey, and Cairngorm scenery from Edinburgh on a 16-seat Mercedes.

“Tour is well planned, and accommodation was great. Our tour guide Mac did a wonderful job - kept us informed and entertained all the way. Well done, Rabbie's!”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.3-Day Speyside Whisky Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $809

Speyside whisky tasting with admissions, 2 nights in Grantown-on-Spey, and Cairngorm scenery from Edinburgh on a 16-seat Mercedes.

“Great guide, great whiskey options, and a great learning experience. Only thing I suggest doing is check the hotel options in Grantown-on-Spey and work with Rabbie's to find a good option that has good reviews. In the group I was in, we were split over a few hotels and not all were great. Absolutely would do a tour with Rabbie's again and in fact maybe even repeat this specific one in the future.”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.3-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 98 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $416

3 days from Glasgow to Skye and the Highlands, with guided stops in Loch Lomond, Skye sights, Loch Ness and Culloden, plus 2 nights B&B.

“An amazing, wonderful place to spend your holidays. Alex was an asset to this trip - informative, friendly and cooperative.”

Check availability →Read our full review

14.3 Day – Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Glenfinnan Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $345

3-day small-group coach tour from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, and Glenfinnan, with ferry, breakfasts, and a guided walk.

“It was perfect for not driving yourself on narrow winding roads. Our guide was very kind. The only reason for not giving 5 stars is the van was not adequate for four couples. We were somewhat tight and had to take turns being separated. They need to figure out a different type of transportation for this type of extended trip. But everything else was wonderful.”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.3-Day Lake District Explorer Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $622

3 days from Edinburgh to the Lake District with a small group, Keswick base, Windermere cruise, and iconic passes and stone circles.

“I really like our tour guide, Jeff. The whole experience was enjoyable, relaxing, and we learned a lot of interesting Scottish fun facts and history. Also, I think the times we spent at each locations were just right. I would definitely choose rabbie’s again.”

Check availability →Read our full review