Isle of Skye & The Highlands Tour (steam train double) Multi-day tour

Description

 Discover the history of Vikings and their ancient myths and legends with this all Scotland tour packed full of our most iconic sights and scenery. Discover the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye, and have the chance to travel on the Jacobite Steam Train during summer season.   

What´s Included

• Local Scottish Guide 
• 3* B&B / Bed and Breakfast Accommodation  (Twin room)
• Jacobite Steam Train
• Dunvegan Castle
•  Ferry crossing 'over the sea' from the Isle of Skye* 
•  Dunkeld Cathedral  

What to bring

• A passport  
• Travel insurance
• Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card.  
• Comfortable walking shoes and a waterproof jacket in case of light rain.

Additional information

• The check-in / departure at Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrews Square, EH13DQ. A second entrance to bus station is on Elder Street EH13DX

New Departure Point – from 5 February 2024

Please note from 5 February 2024 we will no longer be departing from Edinburgh Bus Station. Our departure point will be from a city centre location, which will be confirmed in the lead up to departure. We will contact you by email to confirm the departure point before your tours departs.

• Adults / Students must be over 18 at the time of travel. 
• Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card. 
• Bring passport / photo ID
• Please note that we cannot guarantee that people who have booked together will be seated together. We do not allocate seats.
• It is very important to return to the coach on time at itinerary stops. Your guide will display the time that the bus departson a clock that will be visible. Our coach cannot wait for you.
• The minimum age for a Highland Explorer Tour passenger is 5 years old.
• Those who are 17 year old pay the adult price, but need to be accompanied by someone aged 18 or over. 
• If you need organise to transport from your accommodation to our departure point please book it via the hotel concierge.  We have had a lot of feedback from customers saying that Uber taxi’s are not showing up.
• Check-in 15 minutes prior to departure
• A twin room booking requires two people.  
• *Cancellation of Extended Tours cancelled outside of 45 days prior to departure will be given a flexi-deposit. If the cancellation is made 45 to 22 days prior to the departure a 25% cancellation fee will be charged. If a cancellation is made 21 days or less, the cancellation charge will be 100%.
• Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
• Highland hotels and guesthouses do not have lifts/elevators. Guests should be able to walk up steps in order to access rooms.
• The summer and winter itinerary vary slightly.
• In this new, fast-changing Covid-19 era,to give you peace of mind,when you are travelling during these new times:
• Regular washing of hands and sanitising when required • Please bring your own hand sanitiser
• Maintain social distancing.
• You need to make the Guide aware if you develop any Covid like symptoms.
• Please arrive to check-in 15 minutes before departure
• Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark. 
• Highland hotels and guesthouses do not have lifts/elevators. Guests should be able to walk up steps in order to access rooms.
• Update to COVID Government Guidelines in Scotland

     As per government guidelines, the use of masks whilst on our tour coaches is no longer compulsory.

    Should our staff or passengers wish to keep wearing masks whilst on the coach they can.

    We will keep the hand sanitiser and enhanced cleaning procedures in place.