6 Day Hebridean Explorer |
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Departs Tuesdays Check In: 08:15 / Return: 18:30 |
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This is one of the finest tours known to man (or woman!). Six days of pure adventure touring the Highlands, Skye and the remoter islands of Harris and Lewis; hiking, chilling, swimming (if you dare!) and much much more!
Stays in unique accommodation including a blackhouse (traditional thatched cottage) set in its own bay. The tour includes a boat trip with seals on the west coast of Scotland!
Wild in Scotland were the first to pioneer this tour and we love it more and more every year!
The Highlights!
- The Majestic scenery of the Isle of Skye including the Black Cuillin Mountains, Old Man of Storr and the sweeping views from the Quiraing.
- Walk along dramatic cliff-tops and swim in turquoise waters from perfect white beaches (if you dare!).
- Experience Callanais Standing Stones (older than Stonehenge!), Dun Carloway Broch (a 2000 year old fortified dwelling), Bosta Iron Age House (Jun - Aug) and discover the unique carvings at St Clements Church!
- Entrance to Gearrannan Blackhouse Museum with it's Harris Tweed weaving demonstration, Bosta Iron Age House (Jun - Aug) and a whisky distillery.
- A fantastic boat trip off the west coast of Scotland - native wildlife occasionally included!
- Return ferries with amazing views of the islands and mainland mountains.
- All hostel accommodation including 2 nights in a traditional thatched blackhouse!
- All evening meals are either cooked together as a group or provided by the hostel.
- 10th July Departure Only - kitty also includes a ticket for Friday night at the Hebridean Celtic Festival in Stornoway! Enjoy a superb evening of live music in the grounds of Lews Castle.
Day 2 - This morning we begin with a fantastic boat trip to find some local wildlife! The rest of today will be spent exploring the Isle of Skye, with lots of walks and time to take in the magic. You'll see the Cuillin Mountains, the Old Man of Storr (an incredible Jurassic pillar) and hear some of the tales and legends surrounding the MacDonalds and MacLeods, the two main Clans of the island. We'll visit the fascinating Kilt Rock, and take in absolutely awe-inspiring panoramas in the Quirang.
Day 3 - This morning we will head for Uig to catch the ferry over the sea to the Isle of Harris where we will spend the afternoon checking out Rodel Church, home to the tomb of Alisdair Crotach MacLeod and going for great coastal walks along some of the best beaches (yes, we have beaches!) in the world! Then we make our way up into Lewis and over to the west coast where an amazing original Blackhouse (renovated for comfort!) is our home for the next 2 nights.
Day 4 - A great day on Lewis with time spent at a recently discovered Iron Age village at Bosta, the amazing 4,000 year old Callanish Standing Stones, exploring the ancient Broch (fortified dwelling house) of Dun Carloway and witnessing the traditional making of Harris tweed! Then if we have enough energy left late afternoon (of course we will!) there is a superb coastal walk to Dalmore bay, next to the Blackhouse.
Day 5 - This morning you will have time to spend in Stornoway, the capital of Lewis, and it's harbour before taking the ferry back to the mainland at Ullapool. Then, with a stop at Corrieschalloch Gorge to stretch the legs, it is off to the Great Glen hostel. Located in amongst the mountains of the Great Glen, it's a superb hostel for the last night!
Day 6 - A full day, with time to explore Loch Ness, before heading to tragic Culloden Battlefield. Then its southwards through the Cairngorm Mountains for a walk in Perthshire at the Hermitage forest before making our way back to Edinburgh, tired and happy Scotland fans!
We're certain that this will be a really special trip, and one you'll remember for a long time to come. We look forward to seeing you.
Please note that sometimes this tour shares the first 5 days of the tour with the 10 Day Island Hopper passengers.
Tour itineraries and accommodation can vary due to acts of God etc, but we normally stick to this. Kitty includes hostels, evening meals, breakfasts, boat trip and ferries to and from Lewis and Harris.
Alternative tours
Due to demand we are also running a 5 day Hebridean Adventure tour which also includes a ticket to the Hebridean Celtic Festival!
Looking for a short break to see Loch Ness? 2 Day Loch Ness & Highlands
Short on time but want to discover the Isle of Skye try 3 Day Skye & Highlands
Looking for a new Scottish island to discover? Try our 4 Day Islay & Oban
Looking for a great way to spend christmas or hogmanay? Check out our 4 Day Christmas Cracker and our 4 Day Highland Hogmanay Tour
Wanting a tour that focuses more on the Highlands and the Isle of Skye? Try 5 Day Skye & Highlands
Or if you are up for an adventure to the remoter islands over summer have a read of our 6 Day Orkney & Highlands and the ultimate summer tour, our 10 Day Island Hopper
