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
963 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with...
Nicole R,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour with spectacular views. Andrew was a fantastic guide. He was friendly and extremely knowledgeable.
Good tour but the bus is extremely uncomfortable.
James W,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
3.00The tour was great, and Tim, the guide, was great; however, the bus was extremely uncomfortable. By the end of the tour, my body hurt more from the extremely small seats on the bus. There was barely room for two people to sit beside each other, and minimal leg room. I'm 6ft tall, and I know I will have bruises on my knees from being smashed into that terrible seat for hours. For context, I’m an average-sized 6 ft 190 lbs.
Perfect guided tour
Lydia K,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00The route was very well organised, allowing us to see the highlights of the Isle of Skye without feeling rushed. Our guide, Gordon, was exceptional—kind, humorous, well-informed, and very eloquent. He added several touches of local flavour, from stories and history to small stops we would have otherwise missed, which created a very pleasant and informative experience. Highly recommended.
When we first got to the...
Renetta V,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00When we first got to the meeting place, we were skeptical. We didn't know what we were looking for in the transportation. Our drive, Mr. fabulous, showed up and things began to look up. This ended up being a great tour. We are glad we picked this company for our tour. They are small and did and fantastic job. Our drive was a great story teller and made the tour fun. Listening to him was enjoyable, because he left you hanging for the next part. LOL! We drove every where in Scotland, but we are thankful we didn't have to drive to the Highlands. He was a great driver and I would recommend this tour. It was worth the money.
Excellent
Satish A,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent! Murdoch was awesome and kept us engaged with beautiful stories The landscape of Scotland was mesmerizing with the best part being fairy pools. It really takes you to fairy land.
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