Scotland · 4-DAY EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 4-day experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Rabbie's 4-day Highlands and Isle of Skye tour from Edinburgh, with Skye sights, castles, small-group travel, lodging, and practical tips.
“The historic information that Robert was able to share was pretty amazing. He knew all the dates, battles, kings, and queens. Most of all he knew all the best locations for photographers.”
Spend four days touring Islay distilleries, from Bunnahabhain to Laphroaig, with ferries, tastings, lodging, breakfast, and a driver-guide.
“This was well worth the cost to have all the details taken care of in advance. Moray was a great guide, and the quantity/variety/pace of the experiences at the various distilleries (and the Whisky Vault) was pretty perfect. (But when they tell you you need dinner reservations in Bowmore, you really do - even for 1.)”
Ride the Jacobite Steam Train, explore Skye and Glen Coe, and stay three nights on a guided Highland trip from Edinburgh.
“We had fun and, after getting used to our local guide's (Craig in a kilt) very Scottish accent, a very informative time with a splash of dry humor. The small group felt intimate and comfortable. Lucky that we mostly had the same wants specially with the activities like walking to the different locations like the Faery pools (quite a workout!) and riding the Jacobite Steam Train. Craig tried his best to accommodate us so we appreciate him all the more.”
Review of Rabbie’s 4-day Isle of Skye tour from Edinburgh, with Glencoe, Glenfinnan, Eilean Donan, small-group travel, and practical tips.
“The experience was unbelievable and something that truly couldn’t have been done without our tour guide Chris. He went above and beyond and tailored our stops and itinerary to beat the bad weather and ensure we were all getting to do things we enjoyed and wanted to see. The experience felt very safe covid wise with temperature checks in the morning, sanitiser on the bus and face masks whilst on the bus. Social distancing was possible on the bus. The landscape was breathtaking and I’d love to do this tour again in another season so I could see the colours of the nature and trees change. I would recommend this…”
Review of the 4-day Isle of Skye and Jacobite Steam Train tour from Edinburgh, with Highland scenery, castles, B&Bs, and practical booking advice.
“Fantastic 4 days enjoying Isle of Skye and surroundings. Cameron is a great driver and expert tour guide, full of energy, information, stories. Our days were filled with amazing sights and adventures, never a boring minute. We had a chance to go to Glenfinnan viaduct but missed the train by two minutes. Is doable and proper planning would have given us the opportunity to see the train go by. Clarification of the end point would be helpful. We were dropped off on the other side of Waverly station and all of us had a long walk to the hotels near Royal Mile where the tour started.”
Explore Islay from Edinburgh on a four-day small-group whisky tour with six distilleries, ferry rides, island history, and Bowmore cottages.
“We had a wonderful time with friends. We learned a lot about Scotch and had plenty of opportunities for tasting (and shopping). Our guide, Andy, was fantastic!”
Explore Outlander filming sites, Jacobite history, Highland scenery, and castles on a four-day small-group tour from Edinburgh.
“Where to even start... amazing tour, made even more amazing by our tour guide Wilie! Very informative, great historical info, and very special outings and locations. Cannot recommend highly enough.”
Explore Islay’s smoky whisky distilleries, ancient Kilmartin, sandy beaches, and Highland scenery on a four-day small-group tour from Edinburgh.
“Fantastic and unforgettable experience! I was never a fan of group travel but I think I changed my mind. Crazy value for money considering all that we did, saw and tasted. Perfect experience for Whisky lovers but managing to be enjoyed even by those, like my fiancè, who did not appreciate this drink. Our guide, Al, was fantastic, knowledgeable and really fun!”
Four days across Mull, Iona, Staffa, Glencoe, and Loch Lomond, with a small group, three Tobermory nights, ferries, and breakfast.
“Covered lots of ground in a short amount of time with a very knowledgeable Tour guide. Many favorite picturesque stops.”
Explore Outlander filming sites, castles, battlefields, lochs, and Highland scenery on a four-day small-group tour from Edinburgh.
“Martin (our guide) know a lot about Outlander and the Scotland! It’s was very interesting and it’s a good way to see the Highland! I loved it! I prefer the B&B in Inverness than the Mercure hotel, Angie was lovely!”
Review of a four-day Mull, Iona and Staffa tour from Edinburgh, with puffin boat trips, island scenery, whisky, hotels, costs, and practical tips.
“I've thoroughly enjoyed this tour even though we were affected by Storm Floris. Our guide Dusty made sure we had an enjoyable trip with his skilfull driving and interesting commentaries. The sceneries on Iona and Staffa were absolutely stunning. Highly recommended!”
Tour Scotland’s castles, whisky country, Culloden, and St Andrews over four days from Edinburgh in a 16-seat mini-coach.
“Best ever!!! That is because our tour guide Sean Gordon was absolutely amazing!!!! One very well versed and knowledgeable guide that can weave history into an incredible story!!”
Review of Rabbie's 4-day Mull and Iona tour, with ferries, Glencoe, Rannoch Moor, Tobermory, Iona Abbey, and Staffa.
“Best tour I have been on, it was magnificent, the scenery was spectacular, the food excellent, accommodation superb. Just a great holiday. The Tour Guide also was so good and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend this tour for anyone wishing to see magnificent scenery and experience Scotland at its best.”
Review of a four-day private Islay whisky tour from Edinburgh, with distillery tastings, ferry travel, B&B stays, and practical value advice.
“Excellent tour and high value for money. Very close to full score, details could have been communicated more in advance and a bit awkward communication through Viator are the only negative elements. Warehouse tour with Ian at Lagavulin was the best”
A four-day private journey from Edinburgh or Glasgow to Skye, with Cuillins, castles, whisky, Loch Ness, and a flexible local guide.
“We had the absolute pleasure of taking the 4-day Isle of Skye tour with MacLeods Heilan Tours, and it was the highlight of our entire trip to Scotland. From start to finish, everything was perfectly planned, informative, and wonderfully personal.”
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