Scotland Photo Tour: Highlands & Isle of Skye
Scotland · 9 days
- Group size
- Max 6 photographers
- Start & finish
- Edinburgh Airport
- Duration
- 9 days
- Edition
- 10th edition
The Scotland Photo Tour is the perfect trip to photograph the most amazing landscapes of Scotland. Over 9 days we visit the wilderness of North Britain — coast views, sea cliffs, castles and lakes — entering the Isle of Skye for some of the most spectacular nature in the United Kingdom. This tour includes a single room every night at no extra cost; travelers wanting to share a twin room with a partner can request a €650 discount on the total price at booking.
Photography opportunities
- Glencoe and the Etive Mor Falls (a Skyfall filming location)
- Kilchurn and Stalker Castles
- Glenfinnan Viaduct — the Hogwarts Express route
- Eilean Donan Castle, illuminated at night
- Isle of Skye: Elgol, the Old Man of Storr, Fairy Pools, Neist Point, the Quiraing
- Highland cattle on the Strathaird peninsula
- Loch Ness on the return route
Itinerary
- 01
Arrive in Edinburgh
Meet at Edinburgh Airport, drive to Glencoe, and a group briefing to tailor coaching to each photographer's level.
Shooting: Sunset at Glencoe
- 02
Glencoe: Kilchurn Castle & Etive Mor
Sunrise at Kilchurn Castle on Loch Awe, Stalker Castle, then the Skyfall landscapes of Glen Etive and the Falls of Etive Mor.
Shooting: Castle reflections, Waterfalls
- 03
Glenfinnan Viaduct & Eilean Donan Castle
The Glenfinnan Viaduct (the Hogwarts Express route) en route to the Isle of Skye, with Eilean Donan Castle at dusk and after dark.
Shooting: Viaduct, Castle at night
- 04
Isle of Skye: Elgol & Portree
Sunrise at Eilean Donan, highland cattle on the way to Portree, and sunset at Elgol beach.
Shooting: Coastal views
- 05
Isle of Skye: The Old Man of Storr
An early hike to the Old Man of Storr for sunrise, then the Fairy Glen's rounded hills at sunset. This activity requires a basic level of fitness.
Shooting: Mountain cliffs
- 06
Isle of Skye: Neist Point
The Fairy Pools at sunrise, then the sea cliffs and lighthouse of the Neist Point viewpoint.
Shooting: Waterfalls, Sea cliffs
- 07
Isle of Skye: Quiraing
A full day hiking the Quiraing — The Needle, The Table and The Prison — with an evening photo review session.
Shooting: Rock formations
- 08
Callander
South via Loch Ness and a return stop in Glencoe for any missed shots, overnighting in Callander.
Shooting: Loch Ness
- 09
Departure
The Scotland Photo Tour ends at Edinburgh International Airport.
What's included
Included
- + Accommodation in single rooms, private bathroom and breakfast
- + All transportation during the tour
- + Fees and entrances to National Parks
- + Photographer Guide
- + Basic travel insurance
Not included
- − Flights to & from Edinburgh
- − Any private expenses, including meals
- − Tips
- − Visa, check if you need one
- − Anything not mentioned in "Price includes"
Levels
Your photographer
Tour operator
Booking conditions
- A deposit secures your place; the remaining balance is due before departure.
- Deposits are not refundable; other payments are refunded according to Photoworldtours' cancellation policy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the required physical level?
This tour includes full days of hiking with meaningful distance and elevation gain (see the itinerary above). No prior hiking experience is required, but a good level of fitness is needed to enjoy it comfortably.
What do we do during bad weather?
Weather is unpredictable. According to the itinerary we can do editing lessons at our hotels, review your photos and/or visit other cultural spots.
What about group size?
We prioritize small groups — it helps that you can have support from our photo guides during all days and spots.
What is the cancellation policy?
Deposits are not refundable; other payments will be refunded according to our cancellation policy.
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