
8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 30 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh worth booking?
8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh is a 192-hour experience in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, from $1575 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 30 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (30)
- Duration
- 192 hours
- From
- $1575 per person
This tour takes you to the West coast, through the Highlands over to Skye and then up to the Orkney Isles with incredible driver-guides and comfortable panoramic windowed mini-buses and midi-coaches. Ride the Jacobite St
What you get
- Ferry to Orkney
- 7 nights accommodation as per selected
- Breakfast
- Orkney Attractions: Maes Howe, Skara Brae, Italian Chapel
About this experience
This tour takes you to the West coast, through the Highlands over to Skye and then up to the Orkney Isles with incredible driver-guides and comfortable panoramic windowed mini-buses and midi-coaches. Ride the Jacobite Steam Train, visit Loch Lomond and the Trossachs and The Cairngorms National Parks, Loch Ness, Culloden, Glen Coe, Eilean Donan Castle, Skara Brae, Maes Howe, the Ring of Brodgar and other landmarks of Scotland's rich history.
What's included
Included
- Ferry to Orkney
- 7 nights accommodation as per selected
- Breakfast
- Orkney Attractions: Maes Howe, Skara Brae, Italian Chapel
Not included
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Edinburgh
Please check in with Highland Experience staff inside/outside Caffe Nero by 8.15am
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
B&B En-Suite Single
B&B En-Suite Single: Rooms for one person with private bathroom
B&B En-Suite twin
B&B En-Suite Twin: Room for 2 persons with private bathroom
B&B En-Suite - double
B&B En-Suite double room: Room for 2 persons with private bathroom
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Highland Experience Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 3 years not accepted. Proof of age for children may be required at check in.
- Luggage Restrictions: Maximum weight: 15kg. Maximum size: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person plus small carry on
- If you are travelling alone, please choose the ‘Single Room’ option or we may not be able to accept your booking
- Double/twin room: these rooms are for 2 people. If 3 people choose this option, you will be allocated a family room for 3, subject to availability. If you prefer 2 rooms, you must choose ‘Single Room’ for one person
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Good to know
- Duration
- 192 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon
- Price range
- $1575 to $1965
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Highland Experience Tours, who run 19 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.5.
See everything Highland Experience Tours runsWhy this scores 56
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8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Edinburgh.
How much does 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh cost?
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Prices start at $1575 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Edinburgh usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh take?
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Plan for about 192 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Edinburgh is not rushed.
Is 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 30 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Edinburgh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 192-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh?
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Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Edinburgh can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Edinburgh and add a light layer if any part of the 192-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Edinburgh within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Edinburgh?
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On Outty we rank every Edinburgh experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands, Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William, Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Edinburgh?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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