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- Scotland's Shetland Islands
- Scotland's Orkney Islands (5 destinations)
- 4-day Isle of Skye and The Jacobite Steam Train
- Orkney & The Far North
- Isle of Skye & Outer Hebrides
- Walking Scotland’s Orkney Islands
- Walk the North West Highlands and Skye
- North Coast & Islands
- 6-Day Outer Hebrides & Skye Adventure Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
- 3-Day Orkney Explorer Small-Group Small-Group Tour from Inverness
Scotland's Shetland Islands
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I loved the experience, the sites and most of those on the tour. We enjoyed him very much.”
Margery, traveled in July 2024
- Explore historic Lerwick on a guided walk
- Visit the Shetland Museum & Archives
- Hike to Jarlshof and Sumburgh Head lighthouse
Duration 6 days Destinations Aberdeen, Lerwick, Sumburgh, Muckle Flugga, Eshaness Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,355
15% Off- US$2,002You save $353
Scotland's Orkney Islands (5 destinations)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Lots to do and see and it was good to have some free time also. 5/5 for the tour experience in the Orkneys.”
Howard, traveled in May 2024
- Board the ferry to scenic Stromness
- Explore Kirkwall's Viking history
- Visit Skara Brae's ancient village
Duration 5 days Destinations Inverness, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,995
15% Off- US$1,696You save $299
4-day Isle of Skye and The Jacobite Steam Train
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fantastic experience, loved the commentary from Paul, he really made sure we all had a great time.”
Angela, traveled in August 2023
- Eilean Donan: Scotland’s most beautiful castle
- Skye: Explore the Cuillins Hills and the Trotternish Peninsula
- Glen Coe: Wonderful scenery and fascinating history
Duration 4 days Destinations Edinburgh, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Glencoe, Fort Augustus, Eilean Donan, Isle of Skye, Armadale, Mallaig, Glenfinnan, Fort WilliamSee all destinations Age Range 3 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Highland Experience Tours From
15% Off- US$998
Orkney & The Far North
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent driver. Saw all and more than brochure said.”
Susan, traveled in September 2023
- Glen Coe & Loch Ness: Fascinating history and wonderful scenery
- Italian Chapel: Visit the unique church, built by Italian Prisoners of War
- Skara Brae: Visit one of world’s best preserved neolithic villages
Duration 5 days Destinations Edinburgh, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, Inverness, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall, Stenness, Skara BraeSee all destinations Age Range 3 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Highland Experience Tours From
15% Off- US$1,200
Isle of Skye & Outer Hebrides
32 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A great tour, a beautiful part of the world, hope to return to see some more.”
Gail, traveled in July 2024
Duration 6 days Destinations Edinburgh, Stirling, Doune, Glencoe, Loch Ness, Inverness, Ullapool, Stornoway, Lewis, CallanishSee all destinations Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Highland Explorer Tours From
15% Off- US$2,045
Walking Scotland’s Orkney Islands
33 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Stromness museum was a good recommendation. Local history that I did not know.”
Tony, traveled in June 2023
- Explore historic Kirkwall and its cathedrals
- Spot seabirds and puffins on Westray Island
- Discover Deerness Peninsula's Viking history
Duration 7 days Destinations Inverness, Stromness, Kirkwall, Skara Brae, Rousay Island Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Explore! From
15% Off- US$2,750
Walk the North West Highlands and Skye
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing tour and Ken was a calm, knowledgeable guide. Would definitely recommend hiking in the highlands.”
Andrea, traveled in September 2021
- Explore Ullapool and hike Ullapool Hill
- Climb Cul Mor for panoramic views
- Hike Stac Pollaidh and visit Corrieshalloch Gorge
Duration 8 days Destinations Inverness, Ullapool, Gairloch, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Explore! From
15% Off- US$3,290
North Coast & Islands
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Spectacular scenery, interesting places and history.”
Richard, traveled in June 2024
- Explore Inverness, the Highland capital
- Tour Dunrobin Castle and watch falconry
- Sail to Orkney Islands for a day trip
Duration 6 days Destinations Edinburgh, Inverness, Dornoch, Wick, Orkney Islands, Durness, Ullapool, Stornoway, Lewis, Isle of HarrisSee all destinations Age Range 13 to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator Royal Irish Tours From $2,343
10% Off- US$2,109You save $234
6-Day Outer Hebrides & Skye Adventure Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
28 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a fantastic trip and Martin was a great driver and storyteller and historian!”
Wendy, traveled in May 2024
- Discover Scotland’s most beautiful landscapes
- Walk amongst the Callanish standing stones
- Relax on white sandy beaches
Duration 6 days Destinations Edinburgh, Dunkeld, Grantown-on-Spey, Loch Ness, Corrieshalloch Gorge National Nature Reserve, Ullapool, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Carloway, CallanishSee all destinations Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Rabbie's Tours From $1,454
10% Off- US$1,309You save $145
3-Day Orkney Explorer Small-Group Small-Group Tour from Inverness
21 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The range of places and sites visited was plentiful. The choice of B & B was excellent.”
David, traveled in May 2024
- Discover the vibrant culture of Orkney
- Travel along gorgeous coastlines
- Unearth ancient mysteries at Neolithic ruins
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Dunrobin, John O'Groats, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall, Skara Brae, Stenness, St Margaret's Hope Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Rabbie's Tours From $538
10% Off- US$485You save $53