Hebridean Odyssey 2027

Duration

8 Days

Departure Dates

17th May 2027, 6th September 2027

Prices from

£2,719 Per person

Experience the ultimate island-hopping adventure in the Outer Hebrides visiting an impressive eight islands. Discover unspoilt, white sandy beaches, spectacular scenery, amazing wildlife, and impressive mountain ranges. Learn the unique and fascinating history of the Hebrides, journey on the West Highland Line, and enjoy free time to explore Inverness.

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Portree, Isle of Skye ©Shutterstock

8 DAYS FROM £2,719

DEPARTS

Monday 17 May 2027

Monday 6 September 2027

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Travel the glorious West Highland Line – "Railroad to the Isles"
Visit picture perfect Portree, the Capital of the Isle of Skye
Explore the Isle of Eriskay and the famous story of ‘Whisky Galore’
See the beautiful Eriskay Ponies, a hardy Hebridean breed
Stroll along unspoilt, white sandy beaches on the Isle of Barra
Discover a birdwatcher’s paradise and view amazing island wildlife
Explore the Isle of Lewis and Isle of Harris with expert local guides
Learn about the Hebrides unique and fascinating history
Journey through wonderful Highland scenery
Enjoy free time in Inverness

Also included in your Tour Fare:

7 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal plus 2 lunches
Services of experienced Tour Manager

DAY 1

Journey from your home station to Glasgow and, on arrival, we will make our way to the Radisson Blu Hotel for our overnight stay. We enjoy free time to explore our new surroundings before meeting for our first evening meal together.

DAY 2

After a leisurely breakfast this morning, we transfer to the station to join our train travelling north on the stunning West Highland Line, admiring the watery landscapes of the Firth of Clyde and Gareloch. With scenery becoming ever more dramatic, we trundle beside Loch Long and skirt the banks of Loch Lomond before climbing into the western Highlands. At Crianlarich, we continue northwards over Rannoch Moor towards our destination of Fort William where we check in to our overnight hotel, the Alexandra, and have time to settle before we meet for our evening meal together.

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DAY 3

After breakfast today, we continue our journey to the Isles by private coach travelling via the Skye Bridge, Broadford, and over the famous Cuillin Hills to the capital of Portree where we enjoy free time. In the early evening, we travel the shores of Loch Snizort to Uig for our ferry cruise to North Uist and enjoy our evening meal on board. Our journey to Benbecula takes us past numerous lochans and beautiful beaches before we arrive at the Dark Island Hotel for our two-night stay.

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DAY 4

Today, the island hopping begins by taking the causeway across to South Uist where the west coast is a continuous sandy beach, and the east is dominated by mountainous peaks before continuing to the Isle of Eriskay, famous for the Eriskay Ponies and the story of 'Whisky Galore'. From here, we enjoy the short ferry crossing to the Isle of Barra which is considered by many to be the most beautiful little island in Britain with its tranquil beaches, distinctive culture, and ancient history. A packed lunch is included today, and we can venture across the causeway to stunning Vatersay, the most southerly inhabited island in the Outer Hebrides, before returning to the hotel in time for our evening meal together.

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DAY 5

After breakfast this morning, we depart our hotel for our onward journey via the Benbecula causeway to North Uist, a paradise for wildlife characterised by its 'drowned landscape' of peat bogs and lochans. We take the morning ferry to the Isle of Lewis and Harris, a rugged landscape of moorland, deep-sea lochs, mountains, and a proud history. A packed lunch is included today, and we enjoy a guided tour of Harris before continuing northwards past beautiful white sandy beaches and breathtaking scenery to Lewis. On arrival at the capital of Stornoway, we travel to the Cabarfeidh Hotel, our hotel for the next two nights, and enjoy our evening meal together.

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DAY 6

Today, we explore Lewis, the most northerly island of the Hebrides and the largest island of the Outer Hebrides. We enjoy a full day tour in the company of our island guide discovering the dramatic landscape and exploring the rich history including the ancient broch at Carloway and a traditional thatched blackhouse settlement. We return to the hotel in time for our evening meal together.

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DAY 7

This morning, we depart the Hebrides by ferry travelling from Stornoway to Ullapool before our spectacular journey through to Inverness and our overnight hotel, the Kingsmills. We enjoy free time to explore Inverness before reconvening for our final evening meal together.

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DAY 8

After breakfast, we bid farewell to Inverness and make our way to the station for our homeward journeys.

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

HOTELS

Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow

Ideally located opposite the Central Railway Station, the contemporary Radisson Blu offers first-class amenities including the elegant Grahamston Kitchen & Bar serving traditional Scottish cuisine. The modern bedrooms provide an en-suite bathroom, a hairdryer, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee making facilities.

Alexandra Hotel, Fort William

Located on the shores of Loch Linnhe and Loch Eil and close to the railway station, the Alexandra Hotel features a homely bar with an open fire and a spacious restaurant offering locally sourced dishes. The comfortable bedrooms provide an en-suite bathroom, a hairdryer, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee making facilities.

Dark Island Hotel, Benbecula

Located in the heart of the Hebrides and short stroll from a tranquil beach, the Dark Island Hotel offers peaceful surroundings with a relaxing lounge bar and a restaurant serving delicious, fresh dishes. The comfortable bedrooms provide an en-suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee making facilities.

Cabarfeidh Hotel, Stornoway

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Isle of Lewis, the Cabarfeidh Hotel offers a warm welcome with a relaxing lounge area and stylish dining at the Cleaver restaurant showcasing the best of Scottish cuisine. The cosy bedrooms provide an en-suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee making facilities.

Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness

Perfectly located in Inverness and the beautiful Scottish Highlands, the Kingsmills Hotel is a luxury spa hotel offering a welcoming lounge, two elegant restaurants, and a cosy whisky bar plus spa and leisure facilities including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room, and gym. The stylish bedrooms provide an en-suite bathroom with a rainfall shower, a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee making facilities.

FARES

Fare Region	First*	Standard
London: Out – Euston, Rtn – Kings Cross	£3,065	£2,909
Greater London	£3,089	£2,919
South of England	£3,135	£2,945
East Anglia	£3,155	£2,955
South West	£3,255	£3,025
Heart of England	£3,129	£2,945
Midlands	£3,069	£2,905
Yorkshire	£3,029	£2,889
North East	£2,975	£2,865
North West	£3,045	£2,889
South Wales	£3,179	£2,975
North Wales	£3,095	£2,925
Scotland	£2,869	£2,805
Join & Leave at Hotels	£2,729
September Departure Supplement	£130
Single Traveller Supplement	£620
Deposit	£275
£10 discount for National Railcard Holders

*Please Note: Some local and regional train services are Standard Class seating only and First Class ticket holders will travel in standard class accommodation for these sections of their journey.

7 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal plus 2 lunches

Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)

Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described

All excursions & admissions as detailed

Services of experienced Tour Manager

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Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow

Alexandra Hotel, Fort William

Dark Island Hotel, Benbecula

Cabarfeidh Hotel, Stornoway

Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness

Visit Uist

Visit Isle of Barra

Visit Isle of Lewis & Harris

Visit Inverness

Glasgow ©Shutterstock

West Highland Line ©Shutterstock

Loch Long ©AdobeStock

Loch Lomond ©Shutterstock

Fort William ©Shutterstock

The Cuillins ©Shutterstock

Benbecula ©Shutterstock

South Uist ©Shutterstock

Isle of Eriskay ©Shutterstock

Eriskay Pony ©Shutterstock

Isle of Barra ©Shutterstock

North Uist ©Shutterstock

Isle of Harris1 ©Shutterstock

Isle of Harris2 ©Shutterstock

Stornoway ©Shutterstock

Isle of Lewis ©Shutterstock

Ullapool ©Shutterstock

Inverness ©Shutterstock

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