The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness
Overview
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12 hours
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Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and stories of this magical island with a local Highland company.
This is the only scheduled tour which will take you to both the highlights of Northern Skye (including Kilt Rock, the Old Man of Storr and Portree) and the Fairy Pools, in one action-packed day from Inverness! You will also get to experience Eilean Donan Castle and Loch Ness along the way. Our highly experienced driver guides will keep you entertained on the scenic drive through the hills and glens of the Scottish Highlands.
Join us, and tour Skye with the people who know it best on this wonderful day tour.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Walking (approximately 1.5 miles to and from the Fairy Pools) is involved, and some of this is on rough terrain
Seats will be assigned - groups/couples will be seated together
The tour operates in all weather conditions but, if the Fairy Pools are inaccessible due to bad weather, we will visit alternative sights
Unfortunately, due to the duration of the tour and time on the coach, this tour is not appropriate for children under the age of six
We would recommend wearing/bringing warm clothes, hiking boots and waterproof jackets
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Live commentary on board
Experienced driver
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Lunch
Snacks/drinks
Gratuities
What To Expect
Eilean Donan Castle
Our first stop is at the iconic Eilean Donan Castle. This castle is instantly recognisable the world-over as it has featured in many films and innumerable Scottish souvenirs! We will stop at our favourite vantage point here to enable you to take some photos and admire the majestic beauty of this iconic sight in its wonderful coastal location. Please note that there will NOT be an opportunity to visit the castle.
Portree
Upon arrival in Portree your guide will point you in the direction of the harbour viewpoint; from here you can admire the pretty pastel-coloured houses that the town is famous for. With its quirky shops, cute cafes, picturesque location and interesting sights you will certainly find plenty to occupy you during our 45 minute stop here. This will be your opportunity to purchase lunch from one of the town's bakeries or yummy takeaways.
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The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness
Reviews
1,012 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tim...
Matthew E,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Tim Was funny. Lots of wrenches thrown in our day with road closures and he just went with the flow. Still saw everything and had a great experience in Skye
Andrew was an exceptional...
Kristin R,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Andrew was an exceptional guide! He was very knowledgeable and his story telling made the long drive involved in getting to and from Skye pass very quickly. Skye was so beautiful and my highlight was the walk to the Fairy pools. Lots of brief stops to see the other sights- I would have liked to stop and explore a bit more, but there were a lot of sights packed it. If you only have 1 day to see Skye from Inverness, this is a great way to do it!!!
Excellent Tour
Mary H,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was wonderful. We saw exactly what was noted on the itinerary PLUS more. All together, we spent 13 hours touring. Our guide, Murdoch, was excellent. He was extremely knowledgeable about all of the sites and Scottish history and folklore as well. We learned so much more than we were anticipating. We would highly recommend this tour company and Murdoch, specifically.
Terrific guide
Rivkah F,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mr. Fabulous is an incredible story teller. He brings history to life with each passing mile you drive. He is constantly telling stories, history, Fairy tail and folk tails. He brings a personal touch by speaking about himself and his family's history in scotland. The stories are rich with historical facts, names and dates and Mirdok has an answer for any questions you may have. The bus was nice and clean and new. Would definitely recommend if you had 1 day in highlands like my self and want to see as much and possible before going home. The fairy pools where my favorite part and there was plenty of time to fully enjoy the experience.
I came to Scotland just...
Julie M,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00I came to Scotland just to visit the Isle of Skye so my expectations were high, but even so, this tour exceeded them. The itinerary was comprehensive but well-balanced, the company communicated clearly and well beforehand, the bus was comfortable and the driver (Murdoch) was superb. Murdoch described himself as a driver, guide and storyteller and while he did all three very well, it was clear that the tales of Scottish and local history were his passion. At the end of a long but very enjoyable day, Murdoch treated us to the story of his disaster-ridden first date. Happily, both parties survived the experience and a bus-load of strangers got to enjoy the re-telling of what must be one of the worst (but funniest) 'first date' stories ever!
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