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Rosenthal - A Highland Adventure

Eben Rosenthal & Co

Spring/Summer 2025

Number of Travellers: 4

Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1 | Welcome to the Highalnds | Overnight: by Achnasheen

Day 2 | A Wild Coastline | Overnight: by Achnasheen

Day 3 | Transfer to Skye | Overnight: Isle of Skye

Day 4 | Wild Loch Coruisk & The Black Cuillin Mountains | Overnight: Isle of Skye

Day 5 | Clearance Villages | Overnight: Isle of Skye

Day 6 | Return to Inverness and onwards to Edinburgh | Overnight: Edinburgh

Day 7 | Exploring the Capital | Overnight: Edinburgh

Day 8 | Greyfriars Bobby and Self Guided Explorations | Overnight: Edinburgh

Day 9 | Depart

Highlights

Immerse yourself amongst the true wilderness of the North West Highlands - a land of magnificent mountains, sweeping glens and silvery lochs.
Discover the Highland culture - warm hospitality, and living life close to the land.
Discover Skye's rugged, wild beauty on foot, immersing yourself in the island's history, heritage, and culture.

Day by Day

Day 1 - Welcome to the Highalnds

Meet your Wilderness Scotland guide in Inverness this morning and transfer to the North West Highlands. To introduce us to this amazing region and the lifestyle of the local people, we visit a tiny crofting community, before heading out for a hike. There are many great options to choose from – your guide will suggest the best route depending on how much you feel like taking on todat. This could include a circuit of the shapely peak of Stac Pollaidh; or exploring the coastline and sandy beaches of Gairloch. Later today, check into your luxury hotel overlooking the shores of Loch Torridon.

Overnight: by Achnasheen | The Torridon
Room Type: Superior Loch View
Meals Included: Lunch

Day 2 - A Wild Coastline

After a relaxed breakfast, we jump aboard a traditional working fishing boat to see langoustine creels and lobster pots hauled from the sea and hear about the area’s history from a locally born skipper. We’re back on shore for a picnic lunch, and then we follow up with an afternoon hike to the Fairy Lochs, which has excellent views of both the coastline and mountains. An option for this afternoon is to visit the award winning Inverewe Gardens, a botanical garden created from barren land in 1862 by Osgood Mackenzie on the 850-hectare estate bought for him by his mother. Return to Torridon Hotel for another relaxing evening.

Overnight: by Achnasheen | The Torridon
Room Type: Superior Loch View
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 3 - Transfer to Skye

Depart Torridon this morning and transfer to the iconic Isle of Skye. After arriving, make your way to the shores of Loch Greshornish to visit a local croft. You’ll get the chance to meet their animals, as well as gain insight into the daily routines of crofting and the life of their sheep and how they produce ethical wool. Following that, join the host in her workshop and listen to a brief history of fleece preparation, hand spinning, the reasons and history behind their uniquely hand knitted designs. This offers a unique opportunity to understand about Croft sustainability on the Isle of Skye. A short transfer will take you to Portree, your harbour side home for the next 3 nights.

Overnight: Isle of Skye | Cuillin Hills Hotel
Room Type: Premier Sea View
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4 - Wild Loch Coruisk & The Black Cuillin Mountains

Feeling rested, head south with your guide, arriving in 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: Isle of Skye | Cuillin Hills Hotel
Room Type: Premier Sea View
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 5 - Clearance Villages

Lace-up your boots this morning and head out for a beautiful walk with your guide. Hike along the coast and past the ruins of two villages abandoned during the Highland Clearances. Learn more about this incredibly dark time in Scottish history as you explore the mossy walls of the old houses. As the soft breeze carries the smell of salt and sunshine across the heather, gradually ascend above the white-flecked waves, listening to the raucous call of seabirds and enjoying time spent in the fresh air.

Overnight: Isle of Skye | Cuillin Hills Hotel
Room Type: Premier Sea View
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 6 - Return to Inverness and onwards to Edinburgh

Travel back to the mainland this morning and visit Eilean Donan Castle, an iconic fortress perched upon a tidal island at the intersection of three sea lochs. Continue your journey through the striking landscape, arriving at Dundreggan Rewilding Centre to enjoy lunch. Afterwards, join an expert guide to visit their specialist tree nursery and learn about the centre’s important biodiversity. Transfer to Inverness where your guide will drop you off at the train station, from which you can hop on the train and continue your journey to the capital city of Edinburgh.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Balmoral Hotel
Room Type: Executive View
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7 - Exploring the Capital

Explore Edinburgh at your own pace today. You may wish to head out and explore the winding alleys and cobblestone streets. Full of history, the capital is very accessible by foot. Wander up the Royal Mile, visiting St Giles’ Cathedral (which has been a working church for over 900 years) and Edinburgh Castle, which offers sweeping views over the city. This evening enjoy dinner under the twinkling lights of the city.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Balmoral Hotel
Room Type: Executive View
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8 - Greyfriars Bobby and Self Guided Explorations

After a relaxed breakfast, spend the day exploring more of what Edinburgh has to offer. You may like to visit some of the city’s lovely shops and potter through Princes Street Gardens. Visit the statue of Greyfriars Bobby, a well-loved Skye terrier who spent 14 years guarding the grave of his owner until he died on 14 January 1872. If you’re Harry Potter fans, you may like to wind your way through the streets that inspired JK Rowling’s famous books, testing your wizarding knowledge as you visit Tom Riddle’s grave and the real-life Diagon Alley.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Balmoral Hotel
Room Type: Executive View
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 9 - Depart

Check out of your city centre accommodation this morning and begin your homeward journey, waving farewell for now but taking with you special memories and wonderful stories of your explorations.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Trip Details

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All accommodation from Day 1 to Day 9
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
Private boat trip with local fisherman
Private croft visit and tour
Bella Jane boat trip
Entry to Eilean Donan Castle
Rewilding session at Dundreggan with Trees for Life
Personalised trip design and delivery
Snacks throughout the trip
24 hour in-country support from the Wilderness Team