Scotland's Inverness to Isle of Skye Walking & Hiking Tour

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6 days

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Activity Levels 2-4

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Scotland's Inverness to Isle of Skye Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos
Couples, Friends & Solos
ALSO AVAILABLE FOR:
Women

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels*

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jul-Oct2026: May-Oct

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Misty Mountains, Fabled Lochs & Dramatic Coastlines

Discover Scotland’s rugged beauty on foot, from the misty peaks of the Highlands to the dramatic coastlines of the Inner Hebrides, steeped in history and legend.

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Highlights

  • Hike Scotland’s stunning trails, from tranquil lochs and coastal cliffs to the dramatic trails of Torridon and the Isle of Skye
  • Wander coastal mountains, lakeside paths, hunters’ routes and discover geologically varied terrain
  • Relax at quintessentially Scottish whisky bars, taste the area’s best scotches and savor homemade scones during afternoon tea
  • Connect with the local culture in the colorful town of Plockton, known as the prettiest village in Scotland with its whitewashed cottages and sheltered harbor
  • Stay in historic Scottish lodgings, including luxurious castle retreats and cozy inns rich in heritage and modern comfort
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Itinerary

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Days 1-2

Description

Welcome to Scotland, a hiker’s paradise! • Walk through the wild and remote West Highlands in stunning Shieldaig, a place of almost mythical proportions • Wild pines and the blue waters of Loch Torridon come into view • Hike up a mountain glen to spot the hidden lake behind the famous massif Beinn Eighe • Take some time to explore our castle-hotel’s 58 acres of pristine parkland.

Accommodations
The Torridon

(2 nights)

Nights 1-2

The Torridon
Wester Ross
Premiere Hotel

Formerly a grand shooting lodge built by the Earl of Lovelace in 1887, this intimate castle hotel is an elegant oasis surrounded by nearly 60 acres of parkland at the end of a sea loch, offering gracious hospitality, fine dining and an impressive whisky bar.

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Rocky, dirt trail with a lake in the background

Day 3

Description

Follow an old hunters’ tracking route toward Loch an Eòin, with the summit of Maol Chean-dearg reflecting in its waters • Hike a portion of the 200-mile-long, magnificently untamed Cape Wrath Trail • Rest at our harborside retreat in Plockton, known as the jewel of the highlands and considered one of the prettiest villages in Scotland • Settle in for a fine local meal and musical performance.

Accommodations
Plockton Inn

(1 night)

Night 3

Plockton Inn
Plockton
*Casual Hotel

Located in one of Scotland's prettiest villages, this charming hotel offers newly renovated rooms, warm Scottish hospitality and lovely views of the harbor and surrounding hills.

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Small waterfall in the middle of a forest

Days 4-6

Description

Walk through two haunting Highland clearance villages, where generations once lived before being evicted by their landlords, a poignant piece of Scotland’s past • Be greeted by a wide-open vista of the Isle of Rum • Sparkling lochs and cascading waterfalls abound • Travel to the remote Gaelic-speaking Isle of Lismore and explore its lush undulating landscape dotted with grazing sheep, cattle and rocky limestone outcrops • Pause to wonder at the island’s Iron Age forts, castles and ruined cottages • Admire dramatic 360-degree views of Hebridean islands and of Ben Nevis rising in the distance • Get acquainted with a local shepherd, who shares how important sheep dogs are for farming on the Scottish islands in a herding demonstration • Feel like royalty at our elegant estate hotel, which sits on an island of its own, the perfect setting to enjoy the tranquil beauty of Scotland’s west coast • Wander the secluded grounds of our hotel’s isle and admire views of the Appin Peninsula and the mountains of Morvern.

Accommodations
Isle of Eriska

(2 nights)

Nights 4-5

Isle of Eriska
Argyll
Premiere Hotel

A majestic retreat on its own private island, with grand interiors and coastal views that offer the perfect setting to enjoy the beauty of Scotland’s west coast. (pool, spa)

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World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

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Nights 1-2

The Torridon
Wester Ross

Premiere Hotel

Formerly a grand shooting lodge built by the Earl of Lovelace in 1887, this intimate castle hotel is an elegant oasis surrounded by nearly 60 acres of parkland at the end of a sea loch, offering gracious hospitality, fine dining and an impressive whisky bar.

Night 3

Plockton Inn
Plockton

*Casual Hotel

Located in one of Scotland's prettiest villages, this charming hotel offers newly renovated rooms, warm Scottish hospitality and lovely views of the harbor and surrounding hills.

Nights 4-5

Isle of Eriska
Argyll

Premiere Hotel

A majestic retreat on its own private island, with grand interiors and coastal views that offer the perfect setting to enjoy the beauty of Scotland’s west coast. (pool, spa)

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Very full activities and excellent guides

Submitted June 2025

By "Vic"

From Sacramento County, Ca

The highlands on foot is unforgettable. Do it!

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On the trail in northern Isle of Skye (Quairaing?)

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Backroads Exceeded All Expectations!

Submitted June 2025

By Tia

From West Olive, Michigan, USA

Wow - what a trip! My sister and I took our first Backroads tour (Scotland Inverness to Skye Walking/Hiking) and had an absolute blast! We are fairly fit, in our 50s, and love to hike but are not super-confident about finding and executing trails in foreign countries. We have both traveled extensively - mostly concierge, custom trips - and are a little spoiled with private guides, drivers, high-end hotels, and fine dining, so we weren't sure if Backroads might feel a little bit like glamping. Boy, were we off-base -- the hotels (Torridon, Cuillen, and Golf & Spa) were wonderful - comfortable beds, good-sized rooms with large bathrooms, and beautiful common spaces with fine dining and bars. The curated experiences were unique, local, and very interesting. Our three guides (Lee, Robin, and Ella) could not have been more enthusiastic or knowledgable about the hikes and Scotland in general. We loved all of the variety - sometimes dining at tables with other "passengers" and other times with just the people with whom you had come to the tour. We felt very prepared with the right clothes and equipment thanks to the Backroads pre-tour materials. My sister and I fully intend to take another hiking tour together, and my husband and I are working on a Backroads trip to the Azores with some good friends. Great company - they really know what they are doing!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Wonderful hiking, people and lodging in Northwest Scotland

Submitted June 2025

By ps

From Nyc

The trails, guides, hotels and group were all wonderful. Outstanding. The weather… not so much! We hiked in alternating downpours, hail, wind with bits of sun but we laughed our way thru. Rainproof gear is essential!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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So COOL! Everything was amazing!

Submitted May 2025

By Sparky

From London, Ontario, Canada

Leaders were very attentive and helpful. Scenery was spectacular!

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Ewe will ❤️ Scotland!

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Each hike was more and more breathtaking

Submitted October 2024

By irene

From Salt Lake City, UT

These hikes have so many "WOW" moments and it was wonderful to learn about the geology and social history of the land we walked. People on Isle of Skye were so friendly and low-key and seemed quite open-minded and well informed. We went at the end of the season, when the hikes were made more challenging and technical than their distance and elevation gain would suggest. The leaders took us on hikes away from (or ahead of) the crowds and it was so special to be alone on the trail. I would 1000% take this trip. It just made me want to come back and explore more of the area.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Amazing!!

Submitted September 2024

By sally

From New York

The entire trip was excellent. It was seamless- everything was well managed and perfectly executed. The hikes were varied and all amazing and Scotland is stunningly beautiful. The leaders were top quality- knowledgeable and personable and excited to be leading us. The accommodations were beautiful and luxurious and the food was 5 star! All in all- a wonderful experience!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Great Trip - Highly!

Submitted September 2024

By jeffrey

From Gonzales Louisiana

Great accommodations! Beautiful scenery! Great hikes with multiple options daily to suit your needs.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Amazing Adventure in Scotland

Submitted September 2024

By Amy B.

From Parker, CO

The Backroads experience is like none other. The places you go, the friends you meet, the culture you experience and the leaders who guide you through all of it is what makes Backroads standout.

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Wonderful trip!

Submitted September 2024

By Barb

From Out west

This was our first Backroads tour, and hopefully not our last. The hikes offered options for everyone's abilities and interests. The remote areas were incredibly picturesque and uncrowded. The hotels were superb (especially The Torridon) and the food delicious. Our guides Ruth, Mike and Lindsey were excellent and very patient and accommodating. Highly recommend!

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A trip you will treasure for a lifetime!

Submitted September 2024

By Lindalyn

From Northern Virginia

The Northwest Highlights of Scotland are a masterpiece of creation. Simply breathtaking at every turn. This trip feature exhilarating hiking, first rate hotels and cuisine and rich exposure to the warm and gracious people of northwest Scotland. The Torridon House at Loch Torridon by itself is a remarkable experience and nestled into a quiet place in the Highlands will give your soul a quiet that is dee

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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