Combo Highlands & Islands
ΣΚΩΤΙΑ
Wild Hearts of ΣΚΩΤΙΑ
ΑThENS-> ΕDINBURGH
06- 13
Ιουνίο 2026
18 Participants
Hiking
Rafting
Duration
7 Nights
From 1860€ /
Per Person
2 -Moderate
TRIP DESCRIPTION in a nutshell...
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Welcome to Scotland… as we always imagined it!
Spring in the Highlands is truly the Scotland of our imagination!
Its unique magical landscapes will surely capture our hearts!
With stories from legends about mythical monsters that inhabit mysterious lakes and medieval ruins, to meadows with tiny villages and breathtaking mountain ranges.
From landscapes with endless green hills, impressive mountains, crystal springs, cool waters, eerie rocks, to rustic architecture and the modern vibrancy found in the capital!
Our story is a new unique Road Trip journey combined (Combo) with enjoyable hikes making almost the entire tour of Scotland!
From the Northwest Highlands stopping at the Isle of Skye, in the Lowlands (Edinburgh), we will cross the "Highland line".
A unique experience presented by ComboRide, in the last authentic "Wild Beauty" area left in Europe!
We will explore in 8 days the wildest & least touristy Scotland, its impressive mountains, lochs & coastline!
we will get to know its history and culture through castles, whiskey distilleries and traditional pubs and we will experience the energy of the historic city of Edinburgh.
The excursion combines:
🚐 Road Trip
⛰ Easy - moderate hiking (no alpine requirements)
🌊 Rafting
🏰 History & culture
🍺 Local gastronomy & pub culture
WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE
✅ We will explore the mystical Isle of Skye on a full-day excursion, with its impressive cliffs, Scottish fjords and waterfalls that fall with a bang into the sea, its lakes and stunning landscapes!
We will hike the legendary volcanic mountains that were created 2,800 million years ago at the Old Man of Storr!
✅ "Off the beaten track" we will drive on the Military Roads of "General Wade". A route that stretches the width of the Highlands from sea to sea, was built by Wade in 1726 and 1727 to connect the three forts and functioned as a galley on Loch Ness. The mythological lake that hides the Folklore Legend of Scotland!
✅ The Highlands, surrounded by iconic and impressive mountain ranges, are the main destination for hikers, for mountain lovers. We chose to wander the mountain Buachaille Etive Mór, in the Glencoe National Forest, one of the most impressive valleys in Scotland!
✅ Visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct known as "the Harry Potter Bridge". We will hike the Jacobite Trail and witness the passage of the infamous Jacobite Steam Train. Imagine Harry flying in his car while we hike there!
✅ Edinburgh is a city of contrasts, where the old and the new coexist, we will discover its hidden gems such as the Grassmarket, Dean Village and Cramond Island, the island that is only accessible by foot for a few hours a day due to the tide!
✅ Of course we will also visit Eilean Donan Castle. One of the most iconic and recognizable castles in Scotland that appears in the movies Highlander, Maid of Honor, 007: The World is not Enough and of course Braveheart and the TV series Game of Thrones, Outlander!
✅ The Whisky Tour. Visit the only distillery built by the Dewar family. We will discover the history of the most awarded blended Scotch whisky in the world!
✅ We will experience Rafting on the famous Tummel River or on the largest in Scotland, the Tay. Routes with adrenaline at their peak!
✅ "Meet Highland locals". But not from the human side... 😀
We will meet red squirrels, pheasants crossing the road, red deer, cows “hairy coos” i.e. the hairy cows of the Highlands, black grouse, ptarmigans and wild boars!
✅ The rare accommodations together with the cleverly designed routes, combined with gentle hikes, make this program stand out and reveal to us the "hidden beauties of Scotland" with a very special way!
Let's go to the Scottish Highlands with their wild beauty!!!!!
HIGHLIGHTS
OVERVIEW
Day 1
Saturday 06 June
Edinburgh → Stirling → Rannoch Moor → GlencoeMorning departure from El. Venizelos Airport to Edinburgh Airport
Our road trip starts from Edinburgh Airport. Start of the road trip to the Highlands and the road to Glencoe. The landscapes are impressive!
First stop at Stirling Castle. It is one of the largest and most historically significant castles in Scotland, located on top of a volcanic rock at Castle Wynd, in Stirling. It was a favored royal residence for centuries and played a decisive role in the Scottish Wars of Independence.
We continue with Rannoch Moor which is described as one of the last remaining true wilderness areas in Europe. Cameras are on fire!
Over the bridge over the River Etive, we will make the next photo stop to admire the epic and majestic mountain Buachaille Etive Mór. We will pass by the Devil’s Staircase and Lagagarbh Cottage.
We stop at the meeting of the three waters "Glencoe Falls", for the brave and courageous to enjoy a real "Scottish shower"!!!!
Driving into the heart of the West Highland, we will reach the most famous valley in Scotland, the Glencoe National Forest. Before reaching Fort William, we will start our first hike on the Glencoe Lochan Trail.
🔹 Hike: Glencoe Lochan Trail
⏱ 2 hours & 30' | Easy | Distance 9 kilometers | Elevation Gain 170m | Circular ideal for “warm up”
Our first day in Scotland ends in Glencoe where we will spend the night
Day 2
Sunday 07 June
Glencoe | The Heart of the Highlands Full Hiking DayWe wake up early, not from alarm clocks but from the light that slips low between the peaks. Glencoe doesn't let you pass it by. It invites you to stop, look around and realize that today is not a simple day of hiking - it is a day of mountains, history and silence.
The valley spreads out before us wild and majestic. On one side the Three Sisters, on the other steep slopes that hide centuries-old stories. Here, the landscape is not a background, it is the protagonist!
🥾 Lost Valley (Coire Gabhail)
Today's hike takes us to the Lost Valley, one of the most mythical trails in Scotland. The trail starts gently, but quickly gets us into the mood: passages between rocks, streams that descend from above, narrow passages that require attention but no hurry.
Here the stolen herds of the MacDonalds were hidden. Here nature became an ally, a refuge, a protection. As we climb, the landscape opens up abruptly and the valley reveals itself like a secret that has been patiently waiting for us to discover it.The feeling is unique: isolation, strength, peace. There is no need for words. Only for presence.
⛰️ Stops & views
We stop at the viewpoints of the Three Sisters. Glencoe changes face with every cloud, with every light. Photos are inevitable, but they are not the goal. The goal is to capture the moment within us.
🍲 Afternoon in Glencoe
The day ends as it deserves: hot food, conversations, laughter and stories. In a traditional pub or at the accommodation, with the mountain still in front of us
🔹 Hike: Lost Valley (Coire Gabhail)
⏱ 4 hours | moderate | Distance 8 kilometers | Elevation 470m | Round trip
Accommodation: Glencoe
Day 3
Monday 8 June
Glenfinnan Viaduct & Isle of Skye
Glencoe → Fort Williams → Glenfinnan (Jacobite Trail) → Isle of Skye (Kyleakin)We will depart from Glencoe (50' drive) for the Glenfinnan Viaduct (Jacobite Trail). This location is not only famous for the passage of the "Jacobite steam train", but also served as the journey to the magical Hogwarts Castle in the Harry Potter film franchise. We will hike the Jacobite trail for approximately 3 hours.
We will leave Fort William to head to the Isle of Skye, the largest and most northerly of the major islands of the archipelago off the west coast of mainland Scotland.
On our way, we will stop at Eilean Donan Castle. Built in 1220, the castle is "one of the most iconic and recognizable castles in Scotland". This picturesque castle has appeared in many films such as Game of Thrones, 007: The World is not Enough, Highlander in the TV series and of course Braveheart. Crossing the Skye Bridge, we will check in at the picturesque fishing village of Kyleakin. It is famous for its delicious "fish n' chips". We have tried them and they are unbeatable!
🔹 Hike: Jacobite trail
⏱ 2.5 hours with photos | Easy | Distance 4.3 kilometers | Elevation Gain 150m | Circular
Accommodation: Skye Kyleakin
Day 4
Tuesday 09 June
Isle of Skye (Hiking Focus) - The 7 wonders of Skye
Circular Exploration of the Island-
Brother’s Point
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Kilt Rock & Mealt Falls
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Old Man of Storr
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Quiraing Circuit
The Isle of Skye is one of the most scenic and enchanting routes in all of Scotland and is a famous "Port" for nature lovers!
Our day will start in Portree. A small but beautiful seaside village. We will explore and admire its colorful buildings and enjoy a light Scottish breakfast. This day is very special as we will drive and do a circular tour, driving to the north of the island for a very important hike on the magnificent and fascinating Trotternish Peninsula (Quiraing).Our first stop will take us to Rubha nam Brathairean (Brother’s Point). This is one of the best preserved places on the island.
On the short but beautiful coastal walk we will follow an easy path that will take us down to the coast. Along the way we will meet many sheep and seabirds.
We continue our tour of the island to reach Creag An Fhèilidh (the Kilt Rock and Mealt waterfall). A stunning and impressive 60-meter high waterfall, which falls dramatically straight into the sea. This waterfall offers a truly incredible view that is worth a thousand words!
We then descend to the Trotternish Peninsula to begin our hike on the island to the "Old Man of Storr". An impressive 55-meter high remnant of a volcanic activity that forged the Isle of Skye around 2,800 million years ago. The "Old Man of Storr” offers incredible and breathtaking views from a 360-degree vantage point!
🔹 Hike: Quiraing Circuit – 6.6 km | Moderate
⏱ 3 hours and 30' | Moderate | one of the most impressive in Scotland | 7.3 kilometers | Elevation Gain 375m | Circular
🔹 Hike: Old man of Storr (The Storr)
⏱ 1 hour 30' | Easy | 4.5 kilometers | Elevation Gain 305m | Circular
Accommodation: Skye Kyleakin
Day 5
Wednesday June 10
Isle of Skye → Driving Along the Loch Ness (Military Roads) → InvernessWe will take the road to Inverness, heading towards Fort Augustus, named after Prince William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland.
With breathtaking views at almost every turn, stunning views from vantage points and some impressive waterfalls such as the River Shiel, we will drive on a road that is amazing for Road Trip enthusiasts. It is part of General Wade's Military Roads known as "the Old Roads of Scotland"!!!
The Military Roads were built in the 1700s to allow government forces to quickly deploy to key locations in the Highlands in the event of a Jacobite uprising.
No trip to the Highlands is complete without some attempt to spot Nessie (the Loch Ness Monster)! Are we the lucky ones?
The quiet scenic drive along the shores of Loch Ness will lead us to Inverness.
Arriving in Inverness, if time permits we will take a quick trip to the historic Culloden battlefield, where the Jacobites fought their last battle.
Overnight in Inverness
Day 6
Thursday June 11
Inverness → Dewar's Distillery → Rafting στον River Tummel ή στoν River Tay→ EdinburghIn the morning we will set off towards Edinburgh, the capital.
But we have a big day ahead of us!
From Inverness we go to Pitlochry. The historic Victorian town widely known as the "gateway to the Highlands". We will take a gentle hike in its countryside, with wonderful views of the rural and mountainous area, enjoying some of its main attractions. Passing by:
* Black Spout Waterfall
* The villages of Edradour and Moulin
* Faskally Lake
* Pitlochry Dam and Fish Gate
🔹 Hike: Countryside of Pitlochry
⏱ 2 hours and 30' | Easy | 10 kilometers | Elevation Gain 240m | Circular
We depart from Pitlochry for Aberfeldy village. Known for the namesake aged Whisky Aberfeldy and Dewar's, the famous brand of the same company. Here we will discover the history of the most awarded blended Scotch whisky in the world!
If you love adrenaline and adventure, the neighboring Tummel River or the Tay River, the largest in Scotland, will give you moments of intense fun in its waters, rafting (Optional) in guaranteed rapids and waterfalls!!!Late in the evening, we will arrive in Edinburgh.
Overnight in Edinburgh
Day 7
Friday June 12
Edinburgh city tour - Walk the mileWe will start our city tour by heading to the famous Royal Mile. The old town is connected to the magnificent Edinburgh Castle, perched high at the base of a volcanic rock, with the magnificent Palace of Holyroodhouse.
The Royal Mile is the main artery of the city. An avenue full of museums, souvenir shops, street performers and of course pubs! We will definitely hear some bagpipes on our way. We will admire the St Giles Cathedral, dating back to the 14th century AD, with its intricate Victorian windows and Gothic style. Then we will head to the lively Grassmarket. Surprisingly, this medieval market has a gruesome past and was once the site of public executions.
We will have lunch at a local Scottish pub "The Guildford Arms" with some beer. Later in the day, for those who want to visit museums there are many options (National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait, Royal Botanic Gardens or National Museum of Edinburgh). Next, we will go to the pleasant village of Dean, nestled on the banks of the Water of Leith. This quiet residential area seems untouched by time and is one of the most photogenic areas of the city in all of Edinburgh.
If time permits, we will take a walk from Cramond Beach to the tidal island of Cramond. The walk can only be done during low tide, to allow enough time to walk along the Cramond Causeway and back before the tide rises and covers the sand. This walk is a unique experience!
In the evening, we will have a Combo Night Out at "The Banshee Labyrinth", a haunted spot with bars, live bands and music nights from metal to punk and rave music. We will say goodbye to this amazing country with dancing! 😀
Overnight in Edinburgh
Day 8
Saturday June 13Last walk in the city
Departure for Athens filled with experiences and images that will remain indelibly etched in our minds...-
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TIPS
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A passport is required for this specific destination
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You will need to exchange currency, as Scotland uses the pound sterling
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Debit and credit cards are accepted everywhere
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Airfare includes 1 hand luggage up to 8 kg (56x45x25) and 1 carry-on bag. Anyone wishing to have a checked baggage of 23 kg will be charged an extra fee.
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Any modification will not change the program
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We will organize a meeting at our office (Agias Theklas 13, Psirri) about a month in advance to get to know each other and to give you even more detailed information about our trip.
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Minimum number for the trip to take place is 5 participants, maximum 8 participants
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WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Direct Flight Tickets to Edinburgh Return, With Aegean Airlines In Economy Class
Hand Luggage Up to 8 Kilos
All Transportation and ComboVan Rental for the 6 Days of the Road Trip
7 Nights in Backpacking Lodges
All Nights Include Breakfast Except For 2 Nights In Edinburgh
Fuel, Parking Fees and Anything Else Required
Greek Speaking Van Driver & Experienced Team Leader
Travel Organization From Our Association
Photographic Coverage With Our Own Professional Equipment
Third Party Liability Insurance
Airport Taxes & VAT 24%
OVERNIGHT STAYS
(7 Nights)Two (2) Nights In Edinburgh
Two (2) Nights In Skye Kyleakin Or Broadford
Two (2) Nights In Glencoe
One (1) Night Stay In Inverness
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Anything Not Specifically Mentioned in the Program or Mentioned as Optional or Recommended
Personal Expenses
Entrance Fees to Attractions and Extra Activities Outside of Hiking
Personal Travel and Health Insurance (Optional and Provided Extra)
Our Transfer Ticket From Edinburgh To The Airport On Our Return
ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) GBP 16
Cost of Optional Options
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+GBP 60 Rafting on the River Tay OR +GBP 65 on the River Tummel (Subject to Availability)
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+GBP 19 Dewar's Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting
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+€70 23kg Checked Baggage for Both Flights
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COST
The basic cost of participation in the excursion is €1,860 per person
The reservation of a place is confirmed by completing the Participation form by pressing the yellow "JOIN" button in the center of the page and then within 7 days a deposit of €860 must be given to the club office. Agias Theklas 13, Psirri (4' walk from Monastiraki metro station)
Payment: until Tuesday, March 10
After Tuesday, March 10 and if there are places, the cost may be adjusted, due to changes and increases in airline tickets that will be valid at that time. For any information, contact the club
IMPORTANT: Any bank charges are borne by the depositor
To pay your participation, you can of course go to the COMBO office.
This way you avoid additional charges and we are given the opportunity to get to know each other in person, answer questions and discuss everything you need to be fully prepared for the trip.
📍 The COMBO office is open every Tuesday & Thursday, 19:00–21:00.
CANCELLATION POLICY
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In case of cancellation by February 26, full refund of the participation fee
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In case of cancellation from February 27 to March 10, 70% of the total value of the trip will be withheld.
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In case of cancellation from March 11 and onwards, 100% of the total value of the trip will be withheld.
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With your registration and advance payment, it is mandatory to send us a color copy of your passport via email to comboride@gmail.com
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In case of postponement (postponement) of the excursion by the organizers to a new date, the money will be refunded to those who cannot or do not wish to participate, on the new date.
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