4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
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4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

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Ages 5-99, max of 16 per group
Duration: 4 days
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Live guide: English
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  • Driver/guide
  • Transport by 16 seat top of the range mini-coach
  • Ferry transfers to the Isle of Mull and Isle of Iona
  • 3 nights en-suite accommodation in a B&B or 3-star Hotel (breakfast included)
What's not included
  • Meals and refreshments
  • Gratuities
  • Admission fees (e.g optional Staffa boat trip weather permitting)
  • Entry/Admission - Iona Abbey and Nunnery
  • Entry/Admission - Isle of Staffa
  • Entry/Admission - Tobermory Distillery & Visitor Centre
  • Entry/Admission - Inveraray Castle & Gardens

Start:
  • Bus Station, Edinburgh EH1 3AY, UK
    Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 22504DMULL

    • Most travelers can participate
    • Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years
    • Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
    • Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
    • When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
    • Please note: you will be required to choose between either a 3-star bed and breakfast or 3-star hotel at time of booking
    • B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
    • Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
    • Staffa Boat Trip - You may choose to join a boat trip to Staffa this departs at 1.45pm and returns at 5pm. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
    • Iona Abbey – You have free time on Iona between 12:30pm and 16:30pm. If you'd like to visit the Abbey, we recommend you book in advance to avoid disappointment, using the link on your voucher.
    • For your optional Tobermory Distillery ticket you must reserve your time slot in advance. Please use the link printed on your voucher.
    • *Please note that Staffa Trips are unable to run boat trips to Staffa for the remainder of 2024 due to inclement weather. This means that unfortunately, tours departing in 2024 will be unable to visit Staffa and Fingal's Cave. We apologies for the inconvenience.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

    • If you cancel at least 22 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
    • If you cancel within 21 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

    The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.
    What is the departure point for the 4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour?
    The tour departs from the Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh.
    Answered Jun 2021
    Is parking available near the departure point for the 4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour?
    Parking can be difficult to find in the center of town. It is highly recommended that you take advantage of the excellent public transportation that is available.
    Answered Jun 2021
    How early should I arrive for the 4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour?
    Check-in closes 15 minutes before your departure time. The tour departs on time, so please do not arrive late.
    Answered Jun 2021
    Can I bring luggage with me on the 4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour?
    You may bring up to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items.
    Answered Jun 2021

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 22504DMULL

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    Chelsiej31
    Gaithersburg, MD11 contributions
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    Aug 2024 • Solo
    This was my third tour with Rabbies and I enjoyed it just as much as the previous two. I was solo traveling in Edinburgh for a few days prior and really looked forward to the calm, easy pace of a highlands tour. Andy, our guide, was funny and knowledgeable about the areas we were in, he always had great food recommendations and joined in on many jokes that formed throughout our tour group. Andy ensured that we still had good stops even after a ferry cancellation meant we couldn’t go to Oban. Thoroughly enjoyed the small town of Tobermory, great shops and amazing seafood. One day I took a lovely walk that went past many waterfalls. Iona was beautiful and I enjoyed having time at the Abbey on the island. I do regret taking the boat to Staffa but the captain did warn us that the waters would be very choppy and unlikely to be able to dock and go into Fingal’s Cave. Having more time on Iona would have been great instead of the boat ride but I enjoyed the island all the same. I highly recommend Rabbie’s tours to anyone visiting Scotland and I hope to return to Mull someday!
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    dumoyer2
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    Our guide,George, was really wonderful. He kept us entertained and informed In the most delightful way and was attentive to our individual comforts. He was always available to answer questions with a friendly smile. Our fearless driver,Nick,was a most skilled navigator, we were in awe of his ability to safely negotiate the narrow, narrow one lane roads with their frequent passing places. He was also polite, friendly and helpful.

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    We had frequent stops at interesting spots along the way, such as the town of Oban and the graves at Kilmartin. Much ground is covered and there is some flexibility allowed for special requests
    Written September 11, 2023
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    Christy S
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    Fantastic tour; well organised with really informative guide. We would highly recommend! Tobermory was a highlight (I would recommend choosing a hotel on the front as the hotel in package was a bit of a hike up the hill!) It was a really fun night in the pub with the local music which is a regular occurrence! It was also nice to have some free time to explore the paths to the waterfalls along the cliff. The beaches on Mull were so beautiful and the trip to the islands were fun although we missed the puffins. The coach was comfy and the trip well planned with toilet and food breaks. I would highly recommend!
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    Graeme R
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    Deb K
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    littleangel4000
    Albuquerque, NM4 contributions
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    Sep 2022 • Solo
    I took the 4 day tour to Mull, Iona, and Staffa with Stefan as the tour guide. It was amazing in every way. Rabbies took care of everything, Stefan was so nice and knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour and Stefan to anyone and would go again myself.

    I also took a 3 day Isle of Skye tour with Jim Divine and was equally as amazing. He had a great eye for beautifully picturesque spots being a photographer himself. He was very knowledgeable on all things Scotland and gave me the perfect whisky recommendation. As with Stefan I would book with him again and would recommend to anyone.

    The size of the tour groups was perfect and it's an environment where you get to know the guide and everyone else on the trip. I traveled solo and came away from the experience with a thousand photos, amazing memories, and friends.

    Rabbie's itself was a wonderful company to work with and when I had an issue booking before I came they fixed it all up quickly. Everyone I have talked to in the company has been incredibly nice and helpful. Book with them, I don't think you would regret it!
    Written September 13, 2022
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    Travel46568660991
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    This trip was beyond any expectations we may have had before it started. Our driver-guide Sean was wonderful, so knowledgeable about every location, telling us all about the history, geology and wildlife. This was all interspersed with musical interludes, myths and folk tales and lots of funny stories. Sean obviously has a great love of Scotland and of the wildlife found in the Highlands, and this was evident in the enthusiam with which he spoke. The whole trip was educational as well as entertaining. One day we spotted a sheep stuck on it's back unable to get up. As was explained, she would die of thirst if not helped. So we parked up and I gave Sean a hand helping the sheep back on it's feet. That was not something I was expecting to do but was a very rewarding experience seeing the sheep bound away! The scenery all around is simply breathtaking, with plenty of wildlife to see if you keep your eyes peeled (take the trip to Staffa to see the Puffins, not to be missed). Tobermory is a beautiful little town that we were sad to leave (the fish and chips from the van on the quay is fantastic!). Overall this trip was worth every penny and was a great experience. Dealing with Rabbie's was first class and Sean was a gentleman and thorough professional at all times. Thank you Sean for making it such a special trip! We will definitely be on another Rabbie's tour in the not too distant future.
    Written June 13, 2023
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    trishdivine
    9 contributions
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    Sep 2021
    Just home from a fantastic trip to Mull, Iona, Staffa and the highlands of Scotland. This was my first time to Mull and Iona and it did not disappoint. I wanted to do this trip to let me get a taste of Mull and it has made me want to go back for more. The weather was not kind and thankfully the whole group came prepared so it meant that Liam our guide was able to follow his plans and show us the highlights. We had fun little ferry hops along with a trip out to see Fingals cave on Staffa.

    Hats off to Liam who was able to share his personal stories and places on Mull, being a local lad. This made it feel like a very special trip.

    Mull and Iona was fabulous and if you ever want to dip into a taster of these islands, then this is the way to do it.
    Written September 24, 2021
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    TeamYorkshire
    Sheffield, UK18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2019
    A brilliant four day tour. Due to Rabbie’s guarantee only my husband and I were on this tour! We couldn’t believe Rabbies would honour the booking, but were delighted they did. Too many highlights to list here but such a varied an interesting tour. Our tour guide Michael made what could have been a strange experience really enjoyable. He was knowledgeable, friendly and committed to ensuring our needs were fully catered for. In fact, we cannot praise Michael enough for making this trip so perfect. Would definitely recommend both this tour and Rabbies to others.
    Written November 4, 2019
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    We never want to disappoint our customers, so we guarantee never to cancel due to low passenger numbers. You book - you go (as long as you still want to!) It's great to hear that Michael looked after you and helped make this such a great tour. Many thanks, Aimee
    Written November 5, 2019
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    Forklift
    UK39 contributions
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    May 2018 • Couples
    Simple to book, comfortable transport, George was a brilliant and informative guide. Nothing was too much trouble, lots of good information supplied right through until we ended. Lots of stops making a very leisurely and pleasant tour. Super Value
    Written May 29, 2018
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