DATES
Sat 25th July 2026
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Fri 31st July 2026
7 days
Our 1st trip to Skye has been snapped up by a private group. If you would like a similar holiday to Skye please register your interest as we will plan more holidays to this fabulous island if it is popular.
SUMMARY
Date: Saturday July 25th to Friday July 31st
Guide: Anita and Kristina
Walking Grade: This Isle of Skye hiking tour is Goat 3. You must be hill-fit, meaning that you must be able to hike over uneven terrain for up to 10 mi / 16 km per day, with 1,000 m / 3,280 ft of elevation gain. You must be comfortable with heights, as we will be walking along elevated exposed ridges and cliff tops.
Max elevation: 1,000m/3,280ft
Terrain: can be uneven with loose rocks
Max distance: 10 miles/16km
Highlights:
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Quiraing questTraverse Europe’s largest landslip for views that belong in a fantasy saga
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Skye-high trailsHike the legendary Old Man of Storr with unparalleled views
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Scottish cozinessStay in a charming Scottish hotel with all meals included
Base: The Uig Hotel – a 3 star traditional island hotel and restaurantThe Uig Hotel
Arrivals: Saturday July 25th 12 noon meet at Inverness Train Station for your journey by mini bus to Skye. You will be met and driven by your guides.
Departures: Friday July 31st you will be delivered back to Inverness leaving after breakfast. Book onward travel for late afternoon.
Price: £2100 per person in solo occupancy room for the complete package ( Price sharing is £2150 as you are in a larger room)
Included:
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- Two experienced hiking guides
- 7-day Isle of Skye hiking tour in Scotland
- Pick-up from Inverness and transport to Skye
- Transport to the start/end point of all hikes
- Accommodation for 6 nights in a hotel based on shared rooms
- Meals (all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners)
- A welcome drink on arrival
Not included:
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- Flights to and from Scotland
- Airport transfers
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Alcoholic beverages
- Guide gratuities — optional
- Travel and medical insurance — required
DETAILS
Skye is one of the most popular of the Scottish Islands and we had to add it to the Scottish Islands we offer. We now have Arran, Bute , Orkney and now Skye.
Over seven days, Skye’s wild landscapes will have you rethinking your bucket list. The Quiraing looks like it was sculpted by an alien art collective, while the Cuillin Mountains serve up incredible views. Expect dolphins, castles, and amazing trails that dodge the crowds so you can find peace .
Evenings will find you enjoying the friendly Scottish hospitality. Cozy meals, sea views, and perhaps some music! With every step, you’ll realise this isn’t just Scotland—it’s nature pulling out all the stops. The Skye’s calling you.
ITINERARY
Your itinerary is a guide as weather might mean things have to change. We always say trust your guide as they will make sure you get the best holiday.
Your guides will pick you up from Inverness city centre (outside the train station) at midday. Then, you’ll be transported to Skye (around 4 hours including stops) – you will see sights en route. Arrive to check in and settle in to your hotel, which will be the base for the entire trip. Welcome Dinner together.
Today, Quiraing will be the perfect introduction to Skye, as we tour around one of the world’s most unique landscapes formed by Europe’s largest landslip. We have our own route which takes in the best views.
Hiking: 10 mi / 16 km, 5-6 hours
Elevation gain: +700 m / +2,296 ft
We’ll explore the very northern peninsula of the island, which offers panoramic views over the sea to the Outer Hebrides and back to the mountains of mainland Scotland. This is an excellent location for wildlife spotting, with a number of colonies of nesting sea birds, as well as the chance to spot dolphins and whales. This will be a relaxed day after the previous day’s hike, but there is no better place to sit and watch nature than here. The day’s hike is around 3-4 hours.
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Elevation gain: +200 m / +656 ft
Day 4 The Old Man of Storr
This is the most demanding of the hikes but the views make all the effort worthwhile. The Old Man of Storr is Skye’s most iconic landmark and the most popular tourist location on the island. However, we’ll hike in from the north, along the Trotternish Ridge, which avoids the crowds and also offers superior views. The first view of the Old Man (an enormous protruding rock) will take your breath away. This hike typically takes 6-7 hours.
Hiking: 10 mi / 16 km, 6-7 hours
Elevation gain: +900 m / +2,952 ft
Day 5 A relaxed day with options
Today is a relaxed day to rest tired legs. There will be an option of a short hike (each way) into the Cuillin Mountains to a series of waterfalls that offer great wild swimming or photo opportunities. After lunch there will be a chance to head to Scotland’s oldest continually inhabited castle, Dunvegan Castle, to explore the beautiful gardens before heading to a remote lighthouse at the very western most point of Skye, Neist Point. We will take a short hike along the clifftops, another popular location for whale spotting.
Day 6 The Cuillin Mountains
Our final day of hiking takes us through the heart of the Cuillin Mountains. We’ll start with a scenic boat ride to one of Scotland’s most remote lochs, Loch Coruisk. From here, we’ll summit a small peak that has been described as “Britain’s best view”. You can be the judge of this, as you will have already seen some amazing views over the previous days. Afterwards, we’ll have a long but easy hike through Glen Sligachan to our end point, where transport will be waiting to take us back to our hotel.
Hiking: 10 mi / 16 km
Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft
Day 7 Departure journey back to Inverness
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