Skye’s peninsulas radiate from a mountainous centre, and the Black Cuillin holds some of the most demanding ridge terrain in Britain. You do not have to climb it to see it: walk in to Loch Coruisk, follow the Strathaird coast, or take the boat from Elgol for the classic view across Loch Scavaig. Crofting townships, seafood landed at Portree and long northern evenings shape a week here. Walk April to October; midges peak in July and August.
Skye’s peninsulas radiate from a mountainous centre, and the Black Cuillin holds some of the most demanding ridge terrain in Britain. You do not have to climb it to see it: walk in to Loch Coruisk, follow the Strathaird coast, or take the boat from Elgol for the classic view across Loch Scavaig. Crofting townships, seafood landed at Portree and long northern evenings shape a week here. Walk April to October; midges peak in July and August.
High Point Holidays is an independent tour operator creating unique and authentic trips in Europe, with a focus on France, the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Every trip is shaped entirely around you — your interests, your pace, your dreams — crafting a journey that feels unmistakably yours.
We tread lightly wherever we go — supporting local communities, protecting wild places, and ensuring every journey leaves more than it takes.
Plans change, and so do we — adapting itineraries on the move, so your journey always reflects how you feel in the moment.
From the first spark of an idea to your safe return home, every detail is handled with care — so you can simply enjoy the journey.
Our people live and breathe their destinations — sharing hidden corners, trusted contacts, and the kind of insight no guidebook could capture.
Handpicked for their passion and depth of knowledge, our guides turn every moment into a story — bringing each place vividly to life.