The 12 Best 5-Day Experiences in Britain

1.5-Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness From Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 451 reviews · from $808Our pick

Set out from Edinburgh with an English-speaking guide for five days across Glencoe, Oban, Skye, Loch Ness, Inverness, Culloden, and the Cairngorm area. You will stay four nights in three-star B&Bs, visit Clava Cairns and Dundreggan, tour a whisky distillery, and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with up to 30 people.

“Paul was a wonderful guide and we had an awesome group of people. The tour didn't feel rushed and we saw lots of lovely sites.”

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2.Scotland in 5 Days Including Jacobite Steam Train from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · from $1,330

Travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe, Skye, Loch Ness, and Culloden with a Scottish guide-driver. Ride the Jacobite Steam Train to Mallaig, cross by ferry, stay four nights in B&Bs or 3-star hotels, and enjoy breakfast, a whisky tasting, and a Loch Ness cruise. Guides such as Ross, Caroline, Ali, and Sinclair have led this route.

“We had a great experience - this tour was easy to book, simple to confirm, and much easier than planning everything ourselves. The van was comfortable, the people were friendly, the guide was fun, and the pace was leisurely with many different stops. I would definitely recommend it. For us, the steam train ride was a highlight.”

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3.5-Day Best of Scotland Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 263 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $1,240

Travel from Edinburgh through Scotland’s finest scenery by air-conditioned minibus, with four nights’ accommodation, breakfast, and a lively local guide. You’ll see Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Skye, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, Culloden, and Clava Cairns. Guides such as Alex, Hugh, Chris, Iain, and Brodie are praised for their stories, humor, and care.

“The tour was interesting to discover several aspects of Scotland. Contrary to the description, the cruise on Loch Ness is not included (35 £ per person). Good organization and good value for money. Thanks”

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4.5-Day Highland Explorer and Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $1,301

Travel from Edinburgh through Dunkeld, Ullapool or Inverness, Assynt, Applecross, Skye, Glencoe, and Eilean Donan Castle in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. Expect four nights of en-suite lodging, breakfast, and a driver-guide such as Alan, Sean, Ross, or Gail. Castle admissions, meals, and hotel transfers cost extra.

“The tour was everything we'd hoped for. Our guide, Ross, was the best. He was full of all sorts of information - historical, environmental - whatever we wanted to know, he had the answers. And all told in an entertaining way. Ross also was very flexible and planned our itinerary to go with the weather conditions. Saw amazing scenery!!”

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5.5-Day Orkney & Northern Coast Tour from Edinburgh Incl Admissions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $1,454

Travel from Edinburgh to Orkney and back through the Highlands in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. You’ll see Skara Brae, Maeshowe, the Italian Chapel, Culloden, Clava Cairns, and Ardvreck Castle, with four breakfasts, accommodation, ferries, admissions to key sites, and a driver-guide included.

“I went into this tour with no expectations. Martin and Allan the tour guides did a fantastic job showing off Orkney and the Highlands.”

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6.Devon and Cornwall: 5-Day Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 115 reviews · 5 days · from $1,180

Travel from London to Devon and Cornwall in a 16-seat Mercedes minicoach with an English-speaking driver-guide. Visit Winchester, Stonehenge, Dartmoor, Tintagel, St Michael’s Mount, Land’s End, St Ives and Glastonbury, with four nights in local guesthouses and breakfasts included. Expect flexible sightseeing, short walks and a full schedule.

“It was way beyond our expectations/ When we booked online from NZ. It was a matter on what might work for the short time we had.It was just superb. Driver, Guide, Transport accomadation. Our Guide was just fabulous but sadly I cant remember his name (Jet Lag). We would recommend to all. Thankyou a trip we will never forget,”

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7.Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye 5-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 107 reviews · 106 hours · from $1,214

Travel from Edinburgh through Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William, Skye, Loch Ness, Culloden, and Pitlochry with an English-speaking guide. You stay in B&B accommodation for four nights, travel by bus, and have time for walks, photo stops, and optional visits to castles, battlefields, and a Loch Ness cruise.

“Craig was an awesome guide, so friendly and helpful. Was also a great laugh! The itinerary was jam packed, but we saw so many special sights! A fabulous 5 days, would highly recommend!”

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8.5-Day Iona, Mull and the Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $1,417

Travel from Edinburgh in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a professional driver-guide, visiting Iona, Mull, Skye, Glencoe, Loch Ness, and Eilean Donan. You will spend two nights in Oban and two near Skye, with breakfast and ferry crossings included. Optional Staffa boat trips and attraction tickets cost extra.

“Rabbie's put together a wonderful tour. Our tour guide was amazing and the tour group was wonderful. I could not have asked for a better way to start my Scotland trip. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat. Well worth the money - we saw so much and had such a fabulous time!!”

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9.5-Day Isle of Skye, Oban, & Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $518Best value

Travel from Edinburgh through Oban, Glencoe, Fort William, Skye, the North West Highlands, Loch Ness, Culloden, and St Andrews in a small group of up to 16. Your Scottish driver-guide handles the long routes and local stories, while you arrange overnight stays in Oban, Portree, and Inverness. Expect walking, photo stops, optional whisky and boat tours, and no onboard toilet or WiFi.

“It was fast and lots of walking even some climbing. Stephen was so much fun!! He is knowledgeable and was patient with this little old lady. The trip was simply amazing. The views of the mtns & lochs were nothing short of breathtaking. The history was a fantastic overview. I highly recommend this trip!! (And ask for Stephen if you want an extra fun time.)”

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10.5 Day Classic Tour of Scotland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · from $0

This private five-day tour travels from Edinburgh through Stirling, the Highlands, the Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Pitlochry, Dunkeld, St Andrews, and Fife. Iain Stewart, a history and Scottish folklore specialist, guides many departures with a local team. Expect castle visits, ferry travel, scenic walks, storytelling, and flexible stops shaped around your group.

“We did a 10 night private tour with Iain - 5 nights in England and 5 nights in Scotland. He met our every expectation plus so much more! He was very knowledgeable about the history of the area. He took us to many interesting sites off the "beaten path" as well as the major attractions. Breathtaking, beautiful scenery. I highly recommend Serenity Scotland.”

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11.5-Day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Loch Ness Tour w/Hostel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 5 days (approx.)

Travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe, Oban, Glenfinnan, Skye, Loch Ness, Culloden, and Dunkeld in a small group of up to 30. You get four nights in shared hostels, an English-speaking guide, Culloden and Dundreggan admission, plus a whisky distillery visit. Castle entry, meals, and any Loch Ness cruise cost extra.

“My experience with the 5-day tour was worth the booking for Scotland. The Isle of Skye and the highlands were my favorite part of the tour as you saw the autumn colors bloom on mountains and everywhere you drove by, was amazing of the nature scenery. The Haggis Adventure were great on organizing the tour and our driver/tour guide Alister made the trip exciting and well-knowledgeable to keep you entertained with Scottish stories and facts about Scotland.”

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12.Isle of Skye and the Highlands 5-Day Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 43 reviews · 5 days · from $1,159

Travel from Edinburgh through the Cairngorms, Loch Ness, Assynt, Applecross, Skye, Eilean Donan, and Glencoe in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. Your English-speaking driver-guide adjusts the route for weather and local events. Expect short walks, sweeping views, Scottish stories, and four nights in small, locally owned B&Bs.

“The history and description and stories of the places. Andrew was so nice, responsible and caring. He was funny too and very approachable. He is punctual and gave you all the details you need.”

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