Inverness: 2-Day Isle of Skye, The Fairy Pools & Highland Castles
Overview
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2 days
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Sometimes just one day on the Isle of Skye isn't enough to truly take in all of its beauty, history and folklore. This 2-day small group tour to Skye with an overnight stay in Portree takes you to some of the most spectacular sites on the island whilst passing through some of the most beautiful highland scenery.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
If booking your own accommodation, it must be within 2km of Portree town centre.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
Minimum age is 4 years.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
Luggage is restricted to one medium sized suitcase per person. For guidance: a medium sized suitcase is considered 60-69cm high and roughly 45cm in width.
Please note: Eilean Donan Castle will be closed on the following dates: 2nd, 5th, 6th, 9th, 15th, 16th & 24th November 2024. We will still visit the castle for a photo stop.
If you are driving, we recommend parking at the Old Town Rose Street Multi-Storey Car Park, 24 Rose St, IV1 1NQ, conveniently located next to our departure point.
Please note: The Fairy Pools will be inaccessible from the 4th November until 18th November inclusive.
What To Expect
Travel from Inverness to Portree
Loch Carron View Point
Dunvegan Castle & Gardens
Home of the clan Macleod located 1 mile to the north of Dunvegan on the Isle of Skye. Visit the castle & gardens and enjoy your lunch here.
Photo stop
Kilt Rock
Waterfall
The Old Man of Storr
The Old Man is a large standing formation of rock part of the Trotternish ridge.
Lealt Falls
Waterfall
Portree
Overnight in the beautiful harbour town of Portree.
From Portree to Inverness
Fairy Pools
Natural waterfall phenomenon. Approx. 40 minute walk to the falls.
Sligachan Old Bridge
Photo stop at the old bridge
Broadford
Lunch stop
Eilean Donan Castle
Beautiful castle built in the 13th century.
Fort Augustus
Views of Loch Ness
Options
Double/Twin/Family B&B
Double/Twin/Family B&B: Double (1 bed that sleeps 2), twin (2 single beds in one room) or family room accommodation at a bed & breakfast is included.
Tour Excluding Accommodation
Your tour will not include accommodation. You must book this yourself. We kindly ask you to ensure the accommodation is located in the centre of Portree, Skye.
Tour with Single B&B
Our Skye tour including accommodation in a single room at a Bed and Breakfast. Please note if booking more than one person, we cannot guarantee all rooms will be in the same B&B.
What‘s Included
1 night accommodation (unless 'no accommodation' option is selected)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Knowledgeable driver-guide
Attraction Tickets
Gratuities
Accommodation, unless chosen
Food and drinks, unless specified
Restroom on board
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Reviews
254 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour guide Lawrence made this trip worth it!
Mike B,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lawrence was the best tour guide for our 2 day skye trip! He made the experience a 10/10. Showed us local places, made sure we found highland cows and gave us carrots to feed them, great jokes and company, and overall would recommend him as a tour guide!
Great journey on 4-5 June
tongtongy2026,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Ben is kind, knowledgeable and helpful. I had a great journey with a rich atmosphere. Would recommend if you cannot drive car in UK. It’s convenient and the price is reasonable as well. Tip: remember to book the local service (taxi, hostel, etc) by phone rather than Internet. More vacancy this way
Best tour ever, book it now!
Chantal V,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Honestly, this was the best tour we’ve ever been on! Saif was an amazing tour guide, he was super friendly, funny, and incredibly informative. We especially loved the audio recordings he created about the history and folklore of each site, which he played as we approached them. It was such thoughtful touch and gave us a much deeper appreciation for what we were seeing. We would 100% recommend this tour. The two-day itinerary was perfect. It gave us enough time to truly experience the Isle of Skye without feeling rushed. After taking this tour, I can’t imagine trying to do it all in just one day!
Two days on the Isle of Skye
hidehikoy2026,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was such an experience! Gorgeous hills, magical mountains, cliffs, castles, geological interests, covering most of the major points of interest on the Isle of Skye. The guide Marita was really great, and has something as well to let us have great weather for two days in a row, saw eagles twice and got to pet a Highland cow!
Enchanting tour of Isles of Skye
ppmukhopadhyay,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overwhelmed with this tour . The tour guide Marita was extraordinarily good.We will cherish the memory of this tour throughout our life . One night stay in Portree was also very very good.
Hits all the spots
Z8820LFrachele,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.002 day isle of Skye timberbush tour from Inverness was great! Our guide Marita was fantastic- made sure everyone was included and had excellent knowledge and stories to add to the journey.
Excellent Experience
Laurie P,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ben was our tour guide and he did an excellent job of teaching us about the isle of the Skye. I highly recommend asking for Ben to tour you around.
Fascinating
Klaus B,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The time for visiting the individual sights is absolutely sufficient, making the tour a special and fascinating experience.
Wonderful trip that you will never regret
Sonia B,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Isle of Sky is so stunningly beautiful that it’s worth doing this tour for 2 days. Our driver guide Blair gave us many interesting facts and legends about the area. He also made us listen to some Scottish music and songs. He even played accordion during some stops to our delight. I truly recommend Blair as he entertained us for the 2 days and we were never bored.
Personable, knowledgeable, and caring guide.
Voyage22141523148,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was knowledgeable, engaging, responsive and caring. Not too mention, entertaining. His enthusiasm for the area and history was obvious. The van was a very workable size - we loved the small group connections.
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