Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle
Overview
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12 hours
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Viator Experience Award winning tour.
Leave the city for the day and explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. Visit Eilean Donan Castle; one of Scotland's most photographed castles and cross the bridge to the scenic Isle of Skye. Visit Portree, it's village-capital and marvel in the beautiful scenic nature all in one day.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 4 years old.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
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: from 22nd December to 1st February 2025, Eilean Donan Castle will be closed. We will still stop at the castle for photos and access to the bridge will be available. However, the Visitor Centre and toilet facilities will be closed.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Invermoriston
We pause at Invermoriston for photos of the bridge and a toilet stop.
Eilean Donan Castle
After Loch Ness, our Skye Tour continues on to Eilean Donan Castle*; one of Scotland’s most photographed castles. The castle is situated on its own island at the head of Loch Duich. We take time here to explore the castle and its atmospheric surroundings.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Knowledgeable driver-guide
Food and drinks
Optional: Eilean Donan Castle Tickets
Gratuities
Restroom on board
WiFi on board
Options
The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
Reviews
2,043 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience!!!
B889SSgonzalog,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience!! Marvelous landscapes all day long!! And masterfully guided by Jack: friendly, passionate, very professional, good driver and with a great sense of humor!!! A must do!!
This is a whole holiday of exploration in just a day!
U3630XRmatt,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are in Inverness for just a few days devote one of them to this trip, you see and learn so much, and laugh A LOT as you are transported through the beautiful Highlands and the stunning Isle of Skye on your comfortable air-conditioned bus. You will end up a real explorer, full of knowledge and with photographs to make your mates who went on a boring beach holiday want to puke with jealousy. We had Marita as our guide and she was absolutely wonderful, funny, informative and just a little magic. Cross your fingers you get her too! I went in my ordinary trainers and I was fine in these despite there being some rain. Unless you're going at the height of summer in a heatwave make sure to pack something waterproof, Skye is a fickle mistress.
Great trip - book it!
marsci,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful day trip! We got to see so much on the way out and back, and we had plenty of time at each stop along the way. Our driver was great - he answered all our questions!
Stunning
pacogodefroy,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was amazing. Fiona, our guide, drove us safely and smoothly through the stunning landscapes of the Highlands. She gave us plenty of opportunities to get off the bus, breathe the fresh air and be amazed by the landscape while taking pictures. She has an awesome knowledge of every place we went through, she encouraged us to ask questions and helped us understand Scottish culture through history, landscape, nature and current affairs. We did all the stops in the tour on time, which is a feat given the ambitious itinerary, and Fiona even managed to squeeze in an extra stop so we could get another glimpse at the dramatic landscape of Skye. We even got lucky with the weather and enjoyed a nice, sunny morning with great visibility. This tour couldn't have been better. Timberbush tours know their business and love their land. I very highly recommend them.
Day Tour 10/10
Yamini B,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I recently went on the Isle of Skye day tour with Alex as our guide, and it was a truly wonderful experience. I’ll admit I was initially hesitant, as my original three-day tour with this company had been canceled. However, this day trip completely restored my confidence. From start to finish, the tour was well organized, smooth, and thoughtfully paced. Alex was exceptional — knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about Scottish history and the Highlands. He shared stories that brought the landscapes to life, weaving together Jacobite history, clan culture, and local folklore in a way that felt both informative and personal. He also struck a perfect balance between guided insight and giving us space to take in the scenery. Isle of Skye is breathtaking on its own, but having a guide who understands how to frame what you’re seeing makes all the difference. Alex did exactly that. Despite the earlier cancellation, this experience was memorable and meaningful, and I’m grateful I decided to go. Thank you for a beautiful day in the Highlands.
Marita Made the Tour Exceptional
sueky0ungk,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed this tour. It was great value for both time and money. I think this kind of tour is essential if you plan to travel to the Highlands before April and you’re from a country where people drive on the right. Our guide, Marita, was incredibly helpful. She was so knowledgeable and witty that I was able to understand the region much better. She even took us to a hidden gem on the Isle of Skye and made stops along the way so we could see Highland cows and soay(??) sheep up close. Even though the tour group was international and we were from different "continents", she managed to help us all get along. Thank you, Marita. If I travel to Scotland again, I will definitely join this company.
Well...
Carolina E,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Alex was a genius! While I could not understand much his Scottish accent was very friendly and the experience was good.
Skye and Eilean Donan
Sunshine38756429944,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely tour with Marita (loved her sense of humour!). She provided detailed info along the route, suggested great photo spots and shops, and even made a few extra stops to enjoy the breathtaking scenery.
Great experience
Giulia T,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Recommended experience for those of us who are not afraid to rent a car! We left Inverness and in 12 hours our guide Fiona took us to see as many spots and viewpoints as possible. The explanation was clear and precise and we had the chance, despite being in mid-January to see the beauty of the Isle of Skye. Super recommended!!
We get to experience Scottish history, culture and country side beauty
kathd756,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fiona our tour guide is always attentive, considerate, very informative and made sure we had fun and enjoyed our time in the tour. 10/10 Will reco with friends and wished you have more guide like Fiona!
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