The Isle Of Skye
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TGLE8825
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
5 Day Coach Holiday
The fifty-mile-long Isle of Skye lies off the West Coast of Scotland and is the largest and best known of the Inner Hebrides as well as being renowned for natural beauty and wildlife. Its diverse history takes in dinosaur fossils, clan warfare and Highland clearances along with infamous Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite Rebellion. Pretty Broadford is our base for this island adventure. The second largest settlement on the island, it is where visitors arrive after crossing the Skye Bridge. It has the spectacular Red Cuillin mountains as a backdrop and it is home to an old pier as well as craft shops.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Coach Holidays (UK Mainlands)
- Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
- Coach travel throughout
- Excursions as stated
Holiday Highlights & Inclusions
• Guided tour of Dunvegan Castle• Entry to the Museum of Island Life
• Excursions to Portree and Mallaig
• Scenic drive round the Trotternish Peninsula
• Sound of Sleat crossing
• Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast
• Coach travel throughout
• ABTA bonded for your peace of mind
Your Excursions
Guided Tour of Dunvegan Castle & PortreeA guided tour takes us to Dunvegan Castle which stands on a rock in an idyllic loch side setting and houses fine paintings and clan treasures. We proceed to the island capital of Portree for some free time to explore. The main town on the Isle of Skye, it is built around a natural harbour that is used by fishing boats and pleasure craft.
Armadale to Mallaig Sailing
We head to the hamlet of Armadale on the Sleat Peninsula for a sailing across the Sound of Sleat to Mallaig on the Scottish mainland, watching out for sea wildlife. Once ashore, perhaps stretch your legs on the Mallaig Circuit walk, taking in views over the harbour.
Trotternish Peninsula
We head to the northernmost peninsula on Skye, passing iconic sites such as the Storr and the Quirang and enjoying seascapes in all directions. We take in the ruined fortress at Duntulm, the port of Uig and Flora McDonald’s grave. We also visit the Museum of Island Life where we learn how crofters scratched a living from the land.
Collect 250 Coach Miles
COACH MILES is our fantastic reward scheme, allowing you to save money the more you travel with us. On this holiday you can collect 250 coach miles.
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Dunollie Hotel - Broadford
This hotel rests by the sparkling waterside of Broadford Bay at the foot of Beinn na Caillich mountain, with superb views across the sea to Loch Kishorn. It has spacious and comfortable public areas including an attractive restaurant.
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