Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

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Overview

Available languages

German
Portuguese
Chinese
English
Italian
French
Spanish

12 hours

Mobile ticket

We leave behind the ‘Capital of the Highlands’, for a full-day small-group adventure to the magical Isle of Skye. We drive along the world-famous Loch Ness, home of the elusive monster, and onwards through the mountains towards the west coast. Majestic mountains give way to vast sea lochs, once used by Vikings as an access route to our lands. We stop at the romantic Eilean Donan Castle with time for you to explore inside.

After crossing the Skye Bridge, learn about the island’s myths and legends, as well as the true tales of rival clans and a fugitive prince. Enjoy lunch in the main town of Portee and visit the colourful harbor. Explore the Isle of Skye’s stunning coastline, and marvel at the Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, and Kilt Rock. Take in the last of Skye’s otherworldly landscape as we drive through the Highlands back to Inverness.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.

Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.

Minimum age to travel is 5 years old.

Eilean Donan Castle can be subject to closures for private events. If so, additional time will be allocated elsewhere and the castle will be a photo stop.

If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Local English Speaking Guide

Food and Drink

Eilean Donan Castle entry (can be purchased on site)

Gratuities

What To Expect

1

Loch Ness

We stop for a photograph and then drive along the world-famous Loch Ness - home of the elusive monster – and onwards through the mountains towards the west coast.

15 minutesAdmission Not Applicable
2

Eilean Donan Castle

Majestic mountains give way to vast sea lochs, once used by Vikings as an access route to our lands. We stop at the romantic Eilean Donan Castle with time for you to explore inside

1 hourAdmission Not Included

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Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Reviews

4.92

1,335 reviews

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  • Isle of Skye

    Divya D,

    Jul 1, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Best experience. Donnie was brilliant. Picked up and dropped off in Inverness. Highly recommend it for sure

  • Watch the weather!

    Samantha B,

    Jun 30, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    If the weather isn’t good - cancel before the 24 hour notice period. Unfortunately the tour company won’t cancel, and instead will take you to backup locations, but none of them were as good as the original itinerary and in my opinion, it’s not worth the cost and length of the trip if you don’t get to see what was on the original itinerary. Nothing the tour guide could do and def not his fault though! This trip is just totally weather dependent.

  • Incredible

    Chrissy P,

    Jun 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Incredible experience! Torquin was the best guide! He has so much knowledge of Scotland and is hysterical!

  • The experience was...

    Isabel C,

    Jun 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The experience was amazing. Beautiful view and landscape. Our driver Emily was very nice and helpful with her explanations. Totally reccommend it.

  • Terrible

    AzaleaNazareth O,

    Jun 10, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    Terrible, we was on time at the meeting point, the show never appeared, they refuse to redound the money

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4.92
1,335 reviews