Private 4 Day Tour in Isle of Mull and Iona
Overview
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4 days
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Let Macleod Heilan Tours whisk you away to one of Scotland's most famous Island and do it with a local guide who has extensive knowledge of Scotland.
• Private Tour, exclusively for your group. Luxury Minivan Mercedes V Class or Ford Custom.
• Learn about Scotland’s rich history, culture, and geography.
• Tailor your experience on Mull &the Highlands
Unlike larger group tours YOU can decide where you visit.
Complimentary bottled Scottish water
Group accommodation is requested to be booked independently (Day 1 Oban and Day 2 and 3 Tobermory
The Isle of Mull is a must-see location in Scotland. It has an abundance of scenery, culture and wildlife and is the second biggest island in the Inner Hebrides. Not only that, but Mull was blessed with fantastic neighbouring islands. ‘Iona’ is famous for being a centre for the Christian faith and ‘Staffa’ for its curious rock formations and colony of puffins that visit every year for breeding.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Edinburgh/Glasgow to Oban
Accommodations
Overnight in the town of Oban
The Kelpies & The Helix
Arriving at Kelpies which are monumental 100ft steel structures affectionately known as Baron and Duke you will learn a little bit about Scotland’s Folklore. We will spend around 20-30 minutes here before hopping back into the tour van and onto Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.
Stirling Castle
Arriving in Stirling you can’t help but notice the castle sitting aloft on top of the volcanic craggy rock. It is one of the largest and most historically and architecturally important castles in Scotland with a tempestuous past. A royal residence for many Kings and Queens it has had its fair share of battles over the last 800 years with the most recent siege taking place in the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion where you can still spot the cannon fire on the castle walls Your guide will tell you about the local history. There is an option to visit the interior of this castle if you would like to edit the tour and take out Inveraray Castle Interior visit
Luss
Trossachs National Park: Stop at Loch Lomond, specifically the conservation village of Luss, famous for its cottages, views, and pier.
Rest and be Thankful
If the opportunity arises we will make a photo stop at the top off Glen Croe
Inveraray Castle & Gardens
Argyle and Bute: Continue west, passing through Clan Campbell country, stopping at Inverary Castle (time to visit the castle or explore the town). We will visit the Castle for photos which will have no cost. Any interior visit may be possible but would be booked directly at the castle if you decide you would like to visit the interior.
Loch Awe
Loch Awe: Drive along Scotland’s longest freshwater loch, stopping at St Conan’s Kirk.
St Conan's Kirk
Time to stop to see this marvellous Kirk voted as one of the top 10 buildings in Scotland over the last century.
Oban
Arriving into the final stop of the day we will have some free time to explore the town after being dropped off at the overnight accommodation. Option to visit the distillery (Oban)
Mull, Iona, and (Optionally) Staffa
Accommodations
Tobermory or surrounding area
Fionnphort
Ferry to Mull: Travel to Craignure, then drive south to Fionnphort to access Iona
Iona Abbey and Nunnery
Iona: Explore the mystical island, a site of Christian pilgrimage since 563 AD. Visit St Oran’s Chapel and Reilig Òdhrain, the burial place of 48 ancient Scottish kings, including Macbeth. Optional Walk: Up Torr an Aba, above St Columba’s writing hut. We will allocate around 3 hours to explore this island and you could decide on the day you wish to visit the Abbey which is not included in the tour cost and would be booked on the day at the Abbey.
Tobermory
Ending the day in Tobermory
Exploring Northwest Mull
Accommodations
Tobermory
Isle of Mull
-Flexible Options: Visit Duart Castle, Eas Fors Falls, Calgary Bay, Isle of Mull Cheese Factory (tours available), Isle of Ulva, Salen shipwrecks, and Tobermory Whisky Distillery. -Customise: Options can be discussed and finalised during booking
Return to Edinburgh via Glencoe and Rannoch Moor
Lochaline
-Ferry Crossings: Cross the ‘Sound of Mull’ to Lochaline, then a short ferry to Corran (Scotland’s shortest crossing).
Glencoe
-Glencoe: Drive through this spectacular glen, then across the remote Rannoch Moor.
Trossachs
-Optional Stops: Falls of Dochart and see Highland Cows (‘Hairy Coos’) at Kilmahog.
Glenfinnan Viaduct
We can add this onto the last day editing the previous route if the ferry availability allows.
Options
Private 4 Day Tour in Isle of Mull and Iona
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Dual Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Local Taxes (VAT 20%)
3 Ferries Mull, Iona & Lochaline/Kilchoan (excluding Ulva ferry which is an optional add on)
Exclusive use of our Luxury Mini Van (Mercedes V Class or Ford
Dedicated Tour Planning Agent
Experienced English-Speaking Driver/Guide
Fuel/Parking
Driver Guide Overnight Accommodation & Meals
Bottled Scottish Water
Hotel Pick Up/Drop Off
Entry to Visitor Attractions
Guest Accommodation
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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