Early Bird Discount – 5 Day Iona, Mull and the Isle of Skye
9th November 2024
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Full details below, but first some brief history of Wonderful Isle of Iona.
Iron Age, the Hebrides have been inhabited by multiple languages, hence many island names have multiple meanings. Few islands have as many names as “Iona” over the years.
Lack of archaeological evidence for yew on the island leads Coates (2006) to reject the “yew” explanation. Instead, Coates parallels Punic ‘y (“island, isolated place”).
Geography
Map of 1874, subdivisions: *Ceann Tsear *Sliabh Meanach *Machar *Sliginach *Sliabh Siar *Staonaig. Iona is 2 km (1 km) from Mull’s coast. It has 125 residents and is 2 km (1 mi) wide and 6 km (4 mi) long. Few trees, mostly near the parish church, like other ocean-breezed areas.
Dùn Ì, an Iron Age hill fort from 100 BC to A.D. 200, is Iona’s highest point at 101 m (331 ft). The Bay at the Back of the Ocean and Càrn Cùl ri Éirinn (the Hill/Cairn of [turning the] Back to Ireland), near where St. Columba arrived, are on Iona.
Baile Mòr, dubbed “The Village” locally, is the principal settlement on the eastern side of the island, located at St. Ronan’s Bay. The primary school, post office, island’s two hotels, Bishop’s House, and Nunnery ruins are here. The Abbey and MacLeod Centre are a short walk north. Iona Beach Party is held on west-side Port Bàn (white port) beach.
The main offshore islets and skerries are Eilean Annraidh (island of storms) and Eilean Chalbha (calf island) to the north, Rèidh Eilean and Stac MhicMhurchaidh to the west, and Eilean Mùsimul and Soa Island to the south. The 11-person crew of the salt-carrying steamship Cathcart Park escaped in two boats after it grounded on Soa on April 15, 1912.
Isle of Skye – Stunning Scotland
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Description
Living on an island was challenging. The ocean controlled you, limited you to local hunts, and may invade you at any time. However, we believe these trials create the most beautiful civilisations and landscapes.
The east Atlantic winds sculpted beautiful winged cliffs in Skye. The sea and skies around Mull are full of whales and eagles. Celtic, Viking, and Christian invasions shaped Iona’s extraordinary culture. Explore Scotland’s rugged, picturesque, and historic islands on this tour.
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Important Information
Discounts for students, seniors over 60, and children between 5 and 15 (unfortunately, we don’t carry children under 5 years old).
Pack your waterproof clothing and walking shoes.
One 15 kilogram bag per person.
Tour Inclusions
Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach.
Air conditioning as standard.
The stories and services of a driver-guide.
Departure Information
Departs 08.30am – Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
Returns approx. 7pm
Accommodation
We try to reserve accommodation that’s no more than a 20-minute walk from the town centre.
We regularly check our accommodation suppliers to ensure they reach a certain standard.
The prices below are for guidance only.
B&B (Bed and Breakfast) Standard
The toilet and showering facilities are shared with at least one other room in the house, and the price includes breakfast.
The cost is between £30.00 – £35.00 per person per night.
A single standard is between £35.00 – £60.00 per night.
B&B En/suite
The showering and toilet facilities are private, and breakfast is included in the price.
The expected cost for a room, based on two people sharing, will be between £60.00 – £80.00 per person per night.
The expected cost for a single room will be between £80.00 – £12.00 per night.
Hotels
Hotels have a bar or restaurant and provide evening meals.
Breakfast is included in the price.
The expected cost of Hotel 3* is between £75.00 – £100.00 per person per night.
Hotel 4* is approximately £100.00 – £150.00 per person per night.
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