A Grand Tour of the Outer Hebrides

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A Grand Tour of the Outer Hebrides

This exceptional grand tour of the Outer Hebrides takes in all the beauty and diversity of this very special environment with ten different islands and four ferry trips included. Our odyssey begins as we travel via Glencoe, Fort William and Glenfinnan to Mallaig. From here we take the ferry to Lochboisdale in South Uist and cross the causeway to Benbecula, the ‘stepping stone’ between the Uists, before visiting the islands of Eriskay, Vatersay and Barra. A captivating journey follows as we travel through the magnificent mountain scenery of Harris, the rolling moorland of Lewis, and on to Stornoway. We continue with visits to the Standing Stones of Callanish (*the main Callanish site will be closed until early 2026 and we will visit the nearby smaller circles instead), the tranquil little Norse Mill and the distinctive Black Houses at Gearrannan. Two comfortable hotels ensure that this holiday is as relaxing as possible while at the same time offering great variety and the sense of a true journey of discovery which will live long in the memory.

Holiday Highlights

The unique airport at Cockleshell Beach
5000 year old standing stones
The tranquil location of the Norse Mill at Shawbost
Four scenic ferry crossings

What's Included

► Five nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast: one at a comfortable hotel in the Glasgow area; two nights at the Dark Island Hotel, Benbecula and two nights at the Caladh Hotel, Stornoway

► All visits, including St Clement’s Church, Black Houses of Gearrannan, Lews Castle and Museum and Columba’s Ui Church

► Return flights to Glasgow from Luton or London Gatwick

► Services of an expert tour manager

► Comfortable coach travel throughout

► Single travellers welcome

► ABTOT & ATOL protected

Itinerary

Day 1 to day 6

Day 1:

Depart from London Gatwick or Luton (other regional airports may be available) on our included flight to Glasgow. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2:

Travel via Glen Coe, Fort William, and Glenfinnan to Mallaig, then take the ferry to South Uist. Continue to Benbecula for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3:

Journey via Eriskay to Barra, visiting Prince Charlie’s Bay, Cockleshell Beach, and viewing Kisimul Castle from shore. Explore Vatersay, linked by a causeway, and enjoy the island’s wildflowers before returning for dinner.

Day 4:

Take the ferry to Harris, visiting St Clement’s Church and admiring the stunning beaches, including Luskentyre. Continue to Stornoway for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 5:

Visit the Calanais II standing stones, the Black Houses at Gearannan, and the Norse Mill at Shawbost, experiencing the island’s rich history.

Day 6:

Early ferry from Stornoway to Ullapool, then return to Glasgow for our included flight home.

Discover the beauty of Scotland’s Outer Hebrides on this unforgettable journey.

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