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Spectacular highland scenery is followed by a visit to the Isle of Lewis and Harris. Features visits to the ancient Callanish Standing Stones and Carloway Broch, an exceptionally well-preserved Iron Age structure
The journey north begins…
The first day of the tour takes you north to Dunrobin Castle, the jewel in the crown of the Highlands and the most northerly of Scotland's great houses. This castle is the largest of the castles in the Northern Highlands with over 150 rooms, it’s also the home of the Earls and Dukes of Sutherland. Spend some time exploring, learning the history or you can also enjoy a falconry display and a walk through its beautiful gardens.
Marvel in one of the world’s greatest geological mysteries…
Leaving Dunrobin Castle behind, we’ll head to the Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve and learn about one of the oldest landscapes in Europe. The Knockan Crag was formed by Moine Thrust, the force of two continents crashing together, an amazing story in history and step in science to had been discovered. Our journey through the Sutherland area will then take us to the beautiful seaside town of Ullapool, perched on the shores of Lochbroom. Known to be one of the gateways to the Northern Highlands, Ullapool is one of the least spoilt natural environments in the UK, making it a perfect base to explore from and also the perfect location to catch the ferry over to Stornoway. Stornoway is the largest settlement in the Western Isles and your base for exploring the Isle of Lewis and Harris.
Overnight: Stornoway
Ancient history and traditional tweed...
Enjoy a hearty breakfast before we head out exploring the island. Our first stop of the day will be a visit to Arnol Black Houses, a traditional tweed weaver to find out more about Harris Tweed cloth. The cloth was manufactured entirely by hand for domestic and local use in the Western Isle of Scotland many years before the industrial revolution reached Scotland. Harris Tweed was one of the fabrics that were handcrafted by those who lived on the island, created with their own wool.
A visit to the Iron Age Broch…
Leaving this craft behind, we’ll then head to Carloway Broch, the exceptionally well-preserved Iron Age structure located above Loch an Duin. This Broch is one of the most well preserved in the Hebrides and is thought to be over 2000 years old. At nearly 9 metres high and 15 metres wide, a Broch is a resilient structure often used as a method of defense and we definitely understand why!
The ancient standing stones and a bite to eat…
Our next historic stop of the day is the ancient Callanish Standing Stones, one of the most iconic places on the island. Here you’ll have time to explore the stones and find out their full history in the visitor centre. The site of these impressive stones will also be our lunch stop for the day.
An afternoon of beauty and history…
Our afternoon will take us for a stroll along what is arguably Harris' most beautiful beach, Luskentyre, the perfect setting of the BBC’s Castaway. From here we’ll head to the most southerly point of the island and take a visit to the Rodel Church, the ancient burial ground of the MacLeod family. The Stunning St Clements Church has been praised as ‘the grandest medieval building in the Western Isles, and it is very easy to see why. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the church and its grounds before we head around the Golden Road on our return to Stornoway.
Overnight: Stornoway
Castaways and coastal splendour...
To begin our final day we’ll head to the far north of the island to visit the Butt of Lewis lighthouse, the windiest place in the UK. Built-in 1862 by the Stevenson brothers, the tower rises to an impressive 121 feet (37 metres). Built-in red brick, this lighthouse is very different from most other lighthouses. We’ll head back to Stornoway for a bite to eat, boarding on to the ferry and making our way back to the mainland. Safely back onto the mainland, we’ll make our way back to Inverness.
It is always advisable to be prepared for any weather in Scotland so a jacket is always a good idea! A bottle of water for hydration and a camera to capture the spectacular views and you are set to go!
It is not necessary for you to bring your own meals, as we will stop throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food, however you are more than welcome to bring along snacks or a packed lunch.
Check-in closes 15 minutes before your tour is due to depart. If you think you will be late for check-in, please contact us as soon as possible to let us know. In fairness to all passengers, our tours will depart promptly at their scheduled time.
It is always advisable to be prepared for any weather in Scotland so a jacket is always a good idea! A bottle of water for hydration and a camera to capture the spectacular views and you are set to go!
It is not necessary for you to bring your own meals, as we will stop throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food, however you are more than welcome to bring along snacks or a packed lunch.
