Portree to Inverness

• Urquhart Castle

  10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included

  We make a photo stop at Loch Ness with views of the 13th century Urquhart Castle, now derelict.

• Commando Monument

  15 minsAdmission Ticket Free

  We stop at the Commando Memorial which pays tribute to the men of the original British Commando Forces who lost their lives during World War II. The monument was built in 1951 and stands proudly with views of Ben Nevis in the distance.

• Glenfinnan Viaduct

  2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

  The West Highland Line between Mallaig and Fort William is famous for its wildly beautiful scenery and dreamy sands of the west coast. Take the chance to join the Jacobite Steam Train. The train steams over the 21 arches of the Glenfinnan Viaduct with views across the stunning Loch Shiel, where Bonnie Prince Charlie famously landed in August 1745. Along the coast, you can see the silhouette of the Small Isles, and the bonnie beaches at Arisaig and Morar. You’ll quickly understand why it’s been voted the most scenic rail journey in the world.

• Mallaig

  1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

  After the Steam Train opportunity, we arrive in Mallaig for some lunch. Known as a charming fishing village, Mallaig is the perfect place to enjoy some fish and chips and stretch your legs before our journey continues to Skye.

• Isle of Skye

  30 minsAdmission Ticket Free

  Now we head “over the sea to Skye”! Look out for the wildlife as we depart from the mainland.

• Sligachan Old Bridge

  30 minsAdmission Ticket Free

  According to legend, the waters under Sligachan Old Bridge offer eternal youth. Why not give it a go for yourself? Sligachan also offers beautiful views of the Cuillin Hills.
• Accommodations

  Overnight in Portree, B&B accommodation