5-Day Iona, Mull and the Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
Overview
Visit four romantic Scottish islands in five days on a small group excursion from Edinburgh.
You'll explore some of the most dramatic and beautiful scenery on Scotland's rugged west coast, and visit the fabled islands of Mull, Iona, Staffa and Isle of Skye.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- 4 nights en-suite accommodation in either Bed and Breakfast or 3-star Hotel.
- All ferry crossings, except optional trip to Staffa
- Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Professional driver/guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Meals and refreshments
- Admission fees
Meeting Location
Edinburgh EH1 3AY
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
West Highlands & Oban
3 Stops
Iona and optional trip to Fingal's Cave
3 Stops
Glencoe and Exploring the Highlands
4 Stops
Touring around Isle of Skye
3 Stops
Eilean Donan Castle
3 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- You stay two nights in Oban and two nights in Plockton.
- Booking three or more people: we can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
- When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- Eilean Donan Castle – We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- Staffa Boat Trip – You may choose to join a boat trip to Staffa. This departs at 1.45pm and returns at 5pm. We reserve tickets for you, so please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- Iona Abbey – You have free time on Iona between 12:00pm and 16:30pm. If you'd like to visit the Abbey, we recommend you book in advance to avoid disappointment, using the link on your voucher.
- B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
- Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
- Please note from 1-31 October, the Quiraing on the Isle of Skye will be inaccessible due to road works. Unfortunately, this means you won’t be able to visit the Quiraing during this time, but you may still be able to catch a glimpse of it from a distance.
- Please note that the last sailing of the optional Staffa trip for the 2026 season is on 17 October. For departures after this date, you will be spending more time on Iona.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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- Breakfast.
- 4 nights en-suite accommodation in either Bed and Breakfast or 3-star Hotel.
- All ferry crossings, except optional trip to Staffa.
- Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach.
- Professional driver/guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop off.
- Meals and refreshments.
- Admission fees.
The minimum age to participate is 16. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 5-Day Iona, Mull and the Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 5-Day Iona, Mull and the Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- 4 nights en-suite accommodation in either Bed and Breakfast or 3-star Hotel.
- All ferry crossings, except optional trip to Staffa
- Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Professional driver/guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Meals and refreshments
- Admission fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- You stay two nights in Oban and two nights in Plockton.
- Booking three or more people: we can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
- When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- Eilean Donan Castle – We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- Staffa Boat Trip – You may choose to join a boat trip to Staffa. This departs at 1.45pm and returns at 5pm. We reserve tickets for you, so please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- Iona Abbey – You have free time on Iona between 12:00pm and 16:30pm. If you'd like to visit the Abbey, we recommend you book in advance to avoid disappointment, using the link on your voucher.
- B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
- Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
- Please note from 1-31 October, the Quiraing on the Isle of Skye will be inaccessible due to road works. Unfortunately, this means you won’t be able to visit the Quiraing during this time, but you may still be able to catch a glimpse of it from a distance.
- Please note that the last sailing of the optional Staffa trip for the 2026 season is on 17 October. For departures after this date, you will be spending more time on Iona.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
