About this tour
Travel through the Scottish Highlands in winter, exploring Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, and the Isle of Skye over three days. You'll stay in a 3-star B&B in Portree as your base, with guided excursions to dramatic mountain passes, remote waterfalls, and stone circles steeped in local history. A small-group format means personalised attention from your local guide as you traverse some of Britain's most rugged terrain.
Highlights
- Culloden Battlefield: site of the 1746 Highland uprising
- Eilean Donan Castle perched on a Scottish loch
- Fairy Pools: hidden waterfall pools on Skye's ridgeline
- Quiraing: ancient volcanic mountain with sharp pinnacles
- Clava Cairns: Neolithic stone circles near Inverness
- Whisky distillery tasting with local producer
- Two nights in Portree B&B with full Scottish character
What to expect
Expect a mix of historical sites, natural landscapes, and cultural stops. Days involve guided walks of varying difficulty—some paths are well-trodden, others require scrambling over rough terrain in exposed mountain settings. Winter conditions mean shorter daylight and potential weather delays, particularly for the Fairy Pools visit, which may be inaccessible depending on snow or flooded paths. Your guide will adjust the itinerary accordingly. Evenings are free in Portree; restaurants and pubs are within walking distance of your accommodation. Optional paid experiences (castle, distillery, battlefield centre) let you customise the depth of exploration.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required for hillside walks and uneven ground. Waterproof jackets and sturdy boots essential—weather shifts rapidly in the Highlands. The Fairy Pools visit is weather-dependent and may be substituted. Food is not included; plan meals independently in Portree or bring packed options.
Frequently asked
- How long does 3 Day Winter Isle of Skye and Loch Ness Tour from Inverness take?
- 3 Day Winter Isle of Skye and Loch Ness Tour from Inverness runs for approximately 3 days.
- How much does 3 Day Winter Isle of Skye and Loch Ness Tour from Inverness cost?
- Prices start from GBP $309 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does 3 Day Winter Isle of Skye and Loch Ness Tour from Inverness run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs 3 Day Winter Isle of Skye and Loch Ness Tour from Inverness?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.