Isle of Skye – 7 day guided walking holiday
Walking itinerary, routes & prices for the Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye is the second largest of the Hebridean islands lying of the west coast of Scotland. It covers an area of 1800 square metres (700 square miles). Wherever you are on Skye you are never more than 8 km from the sea.
The island is a wonderful place. It is truly spectacular. If we had to choose our favourite area in Scotland it would be a very hard choice but Skye would probably be first on our list. Skye has so much diversity of landscape.
Skye is a walkers paradise. It is jammed packed with fascinating places to explore. This is without doubt a stand out island with the choice of interesting and exciting walking experiences that have no equal in the British Isles. Mountain vistas, hills, waterfalls seascapes.
The Cullin Mountain range are the finest in the UK. They are dramatic, rugged and spectacular. The ridge consists of a horseshoe-shaped main ridge some 13 km (8 miles) long with ridges radiating out around deep cut corries. Along this ridge are strung eleven Munros separate mountains over 914 metres (3000ft)
There are also many other interesting hills to see and climb. The Red Cullin which stand opposite the Cullin ridge giving a strong contrast a smooth reddish outline as opposed to a jagged and dark one. Further to the north east end are the Trotternish hills with their random pinnacles. Over to the west Mc Leods Tables which are peculiar perfectly flat topped hills.
The coastline around Skye in places will take your breath away. Spectacular sea caves and stacks abound soaring cliffs over 300 metres (1000ft) in height.
The Isle of Skye is a must visit island. For all the wonderful places Scotland has to offer a walker Skye is a remarkable place.
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Skye holiday highlights
- Explore the Cullin Mountains, the most dramatic in the UK. The opportunity to ascend one of its less arduous peaks giving a wonderfull panoramic view of the vast Cullin ridge
- Experience one of the most breath taking cliff top walks in the UK along the Duirinish Peninsula
- Follow one of the finest coastal walks the UK has to offer with the magnificent views of the Cullin mountains around Loch Scavaig
- An evening cruise on one of Skye’s beautiful sea lochs
- A visit to Dunvegan Castle
Key details – 7 day trip
11th – 17th May 2024
£1610.00 per person, single room supplement £250
22nd – 28th June 2024
£1610.00 per person, single room supplement £250
20th – 26th July 2024
£1610.00 per person, single room supplement £250
7 Day Tour
- 6 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- Packed lunch
- A professional guide throughout
- Transport from and return to Edinburgh
- Transport throughout the holiday
- 6 guided walking routes
3 castle visits, 2 cruises and a visit to a distillery
Day 1
Meeting in Edinburgh. Travelling north to our accommodation to the village of Dornie a short distance from the Skye Bridge. A short walk at Loch Lomond. Arrriving Fort William a short visit of the town. Continuing north via the Caledonian Glen the through the Kintail Mountains.
Day 2
A day ascending one of the Cullin Mountains offering magnificent panoramic views of the Cullin ridge.
Day 3
A superb coastal walk to and into the heart of the Cullins.
Day 4
A morning exploring the islands capital Portree An afternoon walk expoloring some amazing rock pinnicales. An evening cruise on one of Skye’s sea lochs.
Day 5
A day tour of the island. Visiting a castle and distillery. Visiting some natural beauty spots along the way.
Day 6
A fantastic cliff top walk. Described as the best in the UK.
Day 7
Travel day back to Edinburgh. Stopping to visit two castles along the way. An evening cruise on the Firth of Forth with live musical entertainment and supper. Finally a lift to your chosen destination in Edinburgh.