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4 Day Mull, Isle of Iona & West Highlands Tour from Edinburgh
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The Experience
What your day looks like
On this tour you will stay in the brightly colored fishing village of Tobermory, where the locals live peacefully alongside the wild ocean. You visit ancient abbeys and prehistoric standing stones that have stood serenely for centuries. And you get the chance to see the unchanging geological wonder of Fingal’s Cave. This tour is the perfect harmony with nature as you relax amidst the beauty of Scotland. Places you'll explore: Glencoe and the West Highlands - Famous for a bloody ancient massacre, this beautiful spot offers peaceful waterside views from the site of ancient ruins. Taking the ferry across the Sound of Mull - Glide across this Atlantic sound on a charming ferry ride between Hebridean isles. The colorful harbor town of Tobermory - Famous for its local whiskey and charming architecture, this wee town wins over many who see it. Iona with its ancient Abbey - Beauty, and spirituality mingle here, with the near 1500-year-old Christian settlement complementing Iona’s ancient majesty. Remote beaches at Calgary Bay - Bright white sands front crystalline water in this famously beautiful spot for pictures. Kilmartin Glen standing stones - Return to the past at one of the richest areas in the UK for Neolithic and Bronze Age remains in Scotland. A real prehistoric feast! Inveraray - Explore the fabulous hometown of the Duke of Argyll and its stunning ancestral castle.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Glencoe and the West Highlands
- Taking the ferry across the Sound of Mull
- The colorful harbor town of Tobermory
- Iona with its ancient Abbey
- Remote beaches at Calgary Bay
- Kilmartin Glen standing stones
- Explore the fabulous home town of the Duke of Argyll and its stunning ancestral castle
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Edinburgh
You leave Edinburgh.
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Callander
Sightseeing. Travel past Stirling Castle to the small bustling town of Callander.
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Edinburgh
Sightseeing at Rannoch Moor. From here, you continue through the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park and bristling terrain of the Trossachs, before reaching the wide and remote expanse of Rannoch Moor.
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Glencoe
Sightseeing. Your drive north brings you to Glencoe, scene of the infamous massacre of Clan MacDonald in 1692.
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Edinburgh
Sightseeing at Mull Island. After a short ferry ride across Loch Linnhe, you meander through the impressive mountains of Morven to Lochaline, where we take another ferry to the Hebridean island of Mull.
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Tobermory
You arrive in Tobermory, the island’s capital, for our three-night stay. Tobermory, meaning ‘Well of Mary’, has brightly coloured houses looking over the sea and is often referred to as one of the prettiest harbour towns in Scotland.
Day 2
Edinburgh
Sightseeing at Iona Abbey. You head south to Fionnphort, where you take a passenger ferry to the small island of Iona. Iona is an island of quiet charm, and is the cradle of Celtic Christianity. You have time to explore the island’s Abbey, and museum of history and Celtic heritage. There are magnificent Celtic crosses and headstones to see, or, alternatively, you can enjoy a stroll along the peaceful sandy beaches.
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Edinburgh
Sightseeing at Staffa. In the afternoon, you have the opportunity to take a small boat to the island of Staffa, where nature enthusiasts can seek out the abundant marine life. Staffa is home to Fingal’s cave, which is one of the most amazing geological sites, and is known as ‘Nature’s cathedral’.
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Tobermory
After a day in the great outdoors, we return to Tobermory for the night.
Day 3
Dervaig
Sightseeing. You drive to the remote areas of the island and visit the pretty settlement of Dervaig. From here, you venture to the wild thrashing sandy shores of Calgary Bay. And if you’re lucky, you may see the huge white tailed eagles, which live in this area.
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Tobermory
Local Flavor. An early afternoon return to Tobermory, allows you to soak up the atmosphere of this pretty town. You have a chance to peruse the small shops, and the local Tobermory whisky distillery.
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Tobermory
Overnight in in Tobermory.
Day 4
Oban
Sightseeing. Departing Tobermory, we head south to Craignure for a short crossing to Oban, the biggest town in Argyll.
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Inveraray
Sightseeing. Continuing west, you arrive in the whitewashed 18th Century town of Inveraray, on the shores of Loch Fyne. Inveraray castle is a mixture of Scots Baronial and Neo-Gothic architecture and is the seat of Clan Campbell.
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Edinburgh
Sightseeing at Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. After leaving the town, you arrive in the National Park of Loch Lomond and climb up more than 800 feet to the ‘Rest and be Thankful’.
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Edinburgh
Sightseeing at Stirling Castle. You continue to drive east towards Stirling, with opportunities for photos of the castle, before we return to Edinburgh in the early evening.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
All ferry fares except the optional trip to Staffa Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach Air conditioning as standard The stories and services of a driver-guide
Not Included
Entry fees to visitor attractions unless specified Food and drinks unless specified Tip
What to Bring
Pack your waterproof clothing and walking shoes
Restrictions
You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items. Unfortunately, we do not allow children under the age of 5.
Meeting & Pickup
Check-in closes at 08:30 (tour departs at 08:45) - Edinburgh Bus Station Pick Up, Gate J and Gate K, inside Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2023-10-01
5.00 / 5
We had a great time. Our tour guide was accommodating, the other guests were fun, and we saw cool places. We could not do Iona due to weather but our tour guide found cool places to go instead. Loved going to the wool mill answering their process!
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