Scottish Highlands Tours for Solo Travelers
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10 best Scottish Highlands solo travel packages
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- Hebridean Escape 3 Day Tour
- Scottish Highlands From Edinburgh - 5 days
- Best of the North Coast 500 (Hotel) - 3 days
- Best of the North Coast 500 - 3 days
- 6 Day Edinburgh and Inverness By Train
- 5 Day Inverness including Loch Ness Experience and Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
- Winter Highlands & The Isle of Skye
- Country Roads of Scotland (Classic Group, 9 Days)
- Islands of the Hebrides
- Highlands & Islands (9 destinations)
Hebridean Escape 3 Day Tour
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The very full itinerary took us wonderful places and historic sites. All round we thought the experience was wonderful.”
Janet, traveled in August 2022
Welcoming Highland tour features shared accommodation in Stornoway B&Bs. Most travelers are 5+ seeking authentic Scottish experiences. Highly-rated guides (4.8/5) create inclusive atmosphere while managing all Highland logistics.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Ullapool, Stornoway, Callanish, Carloway, Luskentyre, Isle of Harris, Eoropaidh, Corrieshalloch Gorge National Nature Reserve Age Range 3 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Highland Experience Tours From
- US$623
Scottish Highlands From Edinburgh - 5 days
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“His background music was a delight. He made the passing scenery come alive for us.”
Murray, traveled in June 2024
Highland adventures await with 50+ solo travelers sharing scenic drives through Glencoe and Fort William. Comfortable guesthouses offer independence, while daily breakfast provides social opportunities.
Duration 5 days Destinations Edinburgh, Dunkeld, Cairngorms National Park, Loch Ness, Ullapool, Achmelvich, Lochinver, Applecross, Plockton, Isle of SkyeSee all destinations Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator On The Go Tours From $1,535
30% Off- US$1,075You save $460
Fellow travelers unite in a 16-passenger mini-coach through Highland peaks and glens. Single rooms available in Ullapool and Thurso hotels, with shared mealtimes fostering natural socializing. Most guests are English-speaking adventurers aged 30+.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Applecross, Ullapool, Thurso, Dunrobin Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator On The Go Tours From $815
25% Off- US$611You save $203
A 16-seat mini-coach carries fellow adventurers through Highland peaks and coastal paths. Share experiences from Inverness to Thurso, with included breakfasts and guided visits to remote mountain villages and ancient ruins.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Applecross, Ullapool, Thurso, Dunrobin Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator On The Go Tours From $675
25% Off- US$506You save $168
Highland culture comes alive with included breakfast and guided activities. Meet fellow travelers during castle visits while freely roaming Inverness's charming streets and the mysterious Loch Ness shores.
Duration 6 days Destinations Edinburgh, Inverness Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator STM Tours LLC From
25% Off- US$1,371
Highland excursions bring adventurers together in 16-seat coaches. The Columba Hotel serves as base for monster-hunting and Skye exploration, plus independent time to embrace Highland culture.
Duration 5 days Destinations Inverness Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator STM Tours LLC From
25% Off- US$1,154
Winter Highlands & The Isle of Skye
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Thanks for creating such a memorable trip to a beautiful land with a personal, insider's touch.”
Beth, traveled in March 2024
Duration 3 days Destinations Edinburgh, Glencoe, Fort William, Eilean Donan, Isle of Skye, Portree, Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, Dunkeld Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Highland Explorer Tours From
25% Off- US$505
Rugged Highland beauty awaits as travelers share stories over whisky tastings at Old Pulteney, join ranger-led walks in Glencoe, and enjoy included dinners. Solo-friendly accommodations include stays at Kingsmills Inverness and Ballachulish Glencoe.
No departure dates availableDuration 9 days Destinations Edinburgh, Inverness, Blair Atholl, Fife, Culloden, Loch Ness, Thurso, Wick, Orkney Islands, Skara BraeSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Brendan Vacations German-speaking guides lead solo travelers through Highland landscapes with single room options. Victorian spa towns, dramatic waterfalls, and historic villages complement cultural stops at weaving mills and distilleries.
Duration 9 days Destinations Fort William, Oban, Isle of Skye, Isle of Harris, Ullapool, Inverness, Beauly, Nairn, Stornoway, Glasgow Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in Only: German Operator DERTOUR From
25% Off- US$1,010
German-speaking support enriches independent Highland adventures. The route passes through dramatic glens, historic Culloden battlefield, and whisky distilleries, with stays in welcoming highland accommodations.
Duration 10 days Destinations Oban, Isle of Mull, Isle of Iona, Isle of Skye, Inverness, Eilean Donan, Loch Ness, Livingston, Edinburgh Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in Only: German Operator DERTOUR From
25% Off- US$794
What our customers ask about Scottish Highlands Tours for Solo Travelers
What's the typical cost per day for a Scottish Highlands tour?
The Scottish Highlands tours cost between $158-386 USD per day. A good example is the popular Outer Hebrides & Skye Explorer tour at $386 USD daily, which covers your bed, breakfast and getting around.
What type of accommodation can I expect as a solo traveler?
You'll stay in well-located hotels and guesthouses across the Highlands. Places like the Royal Highland Hotel in Inverness are common choices. The rooms come with private bathrooms, and you'll get breakfast each morning.
What's the typical group size on Scottish Highlands tours?
Tours keep things cozy with 16-30 people per group. Highland Explorer Tours usually sticks to around 16 people, which makes it easy to get to know your fellow travelers and have good chats with your guide.
Do I need to be worried about language barriers?
Everyone in the Highlands speaks English. Tours run in English, and the guides - who often score 4.9 out of 5 in reviews - are known for their clear, friendly communication and great stories.
What safety considerations should solo travelers keep in mind?
The Highlands have a strong safety record for tourists. Local guides know the area well, tour companies use new vehicles with professional drivers, and hotels are picked for their safe, central spots.
What are the most popular destinations covered in Scottish Highlands tours?
Most tours take you to the Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Glencoe Valley, and the Outer Hebrides. The Country Roads tour, for example, stops at Edinburgh Castle, shows you the mountains of Skye's Cuillin Hills, and visits Culloden Battlefield.
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