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

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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.

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

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: Oct

From $7,049 /person

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 alongside secluded lochs and on the finest trails in Scotland, including in Torridon, on 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
  • Stay in historic Scottish lodgings, including luxurious castle retreats and cozy inns rich in heritage and modern comfort
Scotland Inverness to Isle of Skye Women's Walking & Hiking Tour map

Scotland

Start Inverness

End Oban

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Itinerary

Grassy mountain with a pond filled with loose hay in front

Day 1

Description

Get your first glimpse of the Scottish Highlands in Inverfarigaig as you walk an undulating mossy trail with endless views of legendary Loch Ness • Pop into a cozy pub for a Scottish ale or whisky.

Accommodations

Night 1

Lovat Loch Ness
Fort Augustus
*Casual Hotel
Set near the shore of Loch Ness and on the site of Kilwhimen Barracks (a wall of the 1718 fort still stands on the grounds), this family-run hotel exudes warmth and is housed in a lovely Victorian building. 
 
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Person in a suit holding a tray of glasses and a bottle of Scotch whisky

Days 2-3

Description

Admire the lovely Loch Cluanie as we journey through the dramatic countryside • On the Isle of Skye, hike to forgotten beaches and ruins along the coast • Explore the deserted and haunting villages of Suisnish and Boreraig, while a local expert regales us with highland tales • Hop on a ferry to the magical Isle of Raasay, where local musicians play for us • Walk along stunning coastline and up to a high point with soaring vistas of the Cuillin Hills and the Scottish mainland • Summit Raasay’s largest peak, Dun Caan • From its flat-topped ridge, take in views of the Cuillin Hills of Skye to the south, the Trotternish peninsula with its craggy mountains to the northeast, the mainland town of Applecross to the east and the austere beauty of Raasay from its highest point • Enjoy a private tour and tasting at a whisky and gin distillery.

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Isle of Raasay Distillery
Isle of Raasay
*Casual Hotel

Located on the secluded Isle of Raasay, this cozy and charming hotel sits by the sea with fantastic views of the Cuillin Hills of Skye.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
a moose on grassy plains

Days 4-6

Description

Explore the nooks and crannies of Raasay’s main town, its secret beaches and gorgeous woodlands • At the pier, hop on a boat back to the mainland searching for seabirds and porpoises • Discover the Gairloch and Conon Estate, including its Flowerdale Glen, cascades and botanical garden • Keep an eye out for golden eagles and red deer • Coastline vistas unfold as we trek up to the Fairy Lochs—a series of small lochs in heather-covered moorland • Dig into a real local pub experience with fish and chips or perhaps you’re ready to try haggis! • Visit a falconry and learn about these impressive birds of prey • Cozy up by the fire with a proper pint in hand before a seafood dinner.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Shieldaig Lodge
Gairloch
*Casual Hotel
The warm oak paneling and comfortable leather seating in this refurbished hunting lodge invite you to relax and enjoy magnificent garden and loch views.
 
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

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

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Lovat Loch Ness
Fort Augustus

*Casual Hotel

Set near the shore of Loch Ness and on the site of Kilwhimen Barracks (a wall of the 1718 fort still stands on the grounds), this family-run hotel exudes warmth and is housed in a lovely Victorian building. 
 

Nights 2-3

Isle of Raasay Distillery
Isle of Raasay

*Casual Hotel

Located on the secluded Isle of Raasay, this cozy and charming hotel sits by the sea with fantastic views of the Cuillin Hills of Skye.

Nights 4-5

Shieldaig Lodge
Gairloch

*Casual Hotel

The warm oak paneling and comfortable leather seating in this refurbished hunting lodge invite you to relax and enjoy magnificent garden and loch views.
 

From $7,049 /person

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