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Murray - Luxury Highland Adventure

Anne Murray

Autumn 2024

Number of Travellers: 2

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1 | Welcome to the Highlands | Overnight: Sleat

Day 2 | Explorations on the Isle of Skye | Overnight: Sleat

Day 3 | Wild Loch Coruisk & The Black Cuillin Mountains | Overnight: Sleat

Day 4 | Road to the Isles | Overnight: Near Fort William

Day 5 | Hiking in Glencoe | Overnight: Near Fort William

Day 6 | Morning Hike and Depart

Highlights

Explore the rugged, wild beauty of Skye on foot, learning about the history, heritage and culture of the island.
Kayak the turquoise waters of Arisaig, spotting seals, otters and eagles
Take a boat trip into the heart of the Cuillin mountains and hike around a remote and lonely loch.
Enjoy exceptional Highland hospitality as you relax at our carefully chosen local accommodation.

Day by Day

Day 1 - Welcome to the Highlands

Arrive in Scotland and meet your guide. Begin your journey to the Isle of Skye, taking the opportunity to explore some points of interest. Stop at Loch Ness for a boat trip, home to the fabled monster, or choose to visit the iconic Eilean Donan Castle, perched on a tiny tidal island. Reach the shores of Skye in the afternoon and settle into your hotel for the evening, enjoying the best of highland hospitality.

Overnight: Sleat | Kinloch Lodge
Room Type: Luxury Double
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2 - Explorations on the Isle of Skye

Today you have a full day to explore some of the special corners of this magical island with your guide. You will be spoilt for choice with fascinating history and dramatic landscape on offer, with unique hiking routes through stark and unusual rock formations and sweeping coast and mountain views to enjoy in almost every direction. This ‘misty isle’ is also home to so many curious stories and legends of fairies and islander culture, your guide will share some of the best hidden gems and personalise the day to your interests.

Overnight: Sleat | Kinloch Lodge
Room Type: Luxury Double
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3 - Wild Loch Coruisk & The Black Cuillin Mountains

Feeling rested, head the short distance to Elgol – a tiny hamlet scattered along the western cliffs of the Strathaird peninsula. From a small jetty, board the charming Bella Jane and sail over Loch Scavaig into the very heart of the Black Cuillin. As the lovely first mate provides some fascinating history about the surrounding islands, look for sleepy seals lounging on the warm rocks. Upon reaching the shore, leave the boat to explore Loch Coruisk, also known as the Cauldron of the Waters, a deep dark loch that stretches like a shadow below the impressive volcanic peaks. Choose to walk around the loch or climb the rugged mountain of Sgurr na Stri – which is considered by many to offer one of the wildest and most spectacular views in Scotland.

Overnight: Sleat | Kinloch Lodge
Room Type: Luxury Double
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4 - Road to the Isles

Depart from Skye, making the short ferry crossing to the tiny fishing village of Mallaig. Wander down to the harbour and watch the boats come and go, stopping for a coffee or the port’s prided oak smoked kippers. Join your guide for a beautiful coastal hike, learning about the flora and fauna of the area, before continuing your adventure by hopping aboard the Jacobite Steam Train as it makes its way to Fort William. Spend the evening settling into your beautiful castle hotel, tucked below Scotland’s highest mountain.

Overnight: Near Fort William | Inverlochy Castle Hotel
Room Type: Large Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 5 - Hiking in Glencoe

Enjoy breakfast before meeting your guide and heading out to explore Glencoe. The spectacular Glencoe, carved out centuries ago by glaciers and volcanic eruptions, offers some wild and scenic hiking. One great option is to hike along a narrow rowan-hung gorge until you reach the Lost Valley. This enclosed meadow – high, green, and hidden by precipitous tors, is said to be where the Macdonald clan used to conceal their rustled cattle. Surrounded by jagged peaks that shift in and out of mountain mist, visit the Glencoe Center to learn about the landscape’s haunting history.

Overnight: Near Fort William | Inverlochy Castle Hotel
Room Type: Large Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 6 - Morning Hike and Depart

Depending on your onward travel plans today, you may have time to head out this morning with your guide to walk along the dramatic gorge to reach the secluded but impressive Steall Falls. There is a notorious wire bridge crossing the water nearby, but most people are content to admire it rather than use it!
Your guide will drop you off at the train station in Fort William for you to begin your homeward journey, after a wonderful trip exploring the beauty of Skye and the West Highlands.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Trip Details

Inclusions Read More

All accommodation from Day 1 to Day 6
Most meals as indicated above
Services of an experienced and knowledgeable qualified guide from Day 1 to Day 6
Ground transportation from Day 1 to Day 6
All guided hikes and activities mentioned in the itinerary
Entrance to Eilean Donan Castle OR boat trip on Loch Ness on Day 1
Bella Jane Boat trip on Skye
Half day private sea kayaking
Jacobite Steam Train First Class tickets
Entrance to Glencoe Visitor Centre
Personalised trip design and delivery
Snacks throughout the trip
24 hour in-country support from the Wilderness Team

Exclusions Read More

Flights
Travel insurance
Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
Activities and entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
Gratuities for your guide

Pricing Read More

The price of this trip is £6,839 per person and is based on availability at the time of booking. Room types mentioned on the itinerary above are indicative of the planned room type but will be subject to availability at the time of booking.

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