Torridon, Applecross and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

Overview

Available languages

English

11 hours

Mobile ticket

Keep an eye out for fantastic beasts and faeries on an 11-hour trip through the ancient wilderness of Scotland. Travel across the Scottish highlands in the comfort of a luxury mini-coach limited to a small-group of 16 people. See Beinn Eighe Ridge and the world-renown Loch Maree. Midday, make a stop in Applecross where you can purchase lunch. Your experienced driver and guide will take you on a journey through the postcard-perfect villages and delve deep into the gory history of Eilean Donan Castle. Be sure to catch a glimpse of some of Europe's most spectacular landscapes.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All Inverness tours will depart from the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, IV3 5NS

Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.

We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.

Eilean Donan Castle – We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.

Maximum of 8 passengers travelling together.

*Please note that Eilean Donan Castle will be fully closed from 23 December until 1 February 2026, so visits inside the castle will not be possible. In addition, the castle will be closed for weddings on the following dates: 1, 5, 8, 14, 15, 16, and 27 November. We may still be able to stop for photos during these times

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Driver/guide

Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers)

Transport by 16-seat air-conditioned Mercedes minicoach

Entrance fees

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve

From here, you take the single-track road through one of Scotland’s National Nature Reserves. Your driver-guide tells you about the woodland regeneration in the area and may give you a chance to get a view over the area and enjoy a close look at the native pine trees.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Shieldaig

In the scenically situated town of Sheildaig, you have a refreshment before taking on one of the most beautifully twisting roads in Scotland. This road may be the most photographed road on the famous North Coast 500 route.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Torridon, Applecross and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

Reviews

4.92

77 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing trip; highly recommend
Tracy L,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Took my parents aged 80 and 89 to Scotland and we mainly did train journeys. We decided to take this tour as an alternative and we weren’t disappointed. Our guide was amazing and we stopped multiple times on our journey to have a photo opportunity. We learnt lots about Scotland and enjoyed the breath taking views. The small coach was also extremely comfortable. I would highly recommend.
Spectacular!
Joseph B,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The scenery on this tour was amazing! And our driver/guide Liam helped make the experience even better. Highly recommended.
Outstanding
Cole L,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Scott was a fantastic tour guide and driver, easily one of the best I’ve had on the numerous other day tours I’ve done throughout Ireland, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, and other similar scenery. The sights themselves were extraordinary and rivalled those of anywhere else I have been — this really did exceed my (high) expectations. I’m so impressed.
Good choice
aj2015aj5,
May 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely guide, he was very personable and a good driver. We were lucky to have a beautiful day and a smaller group. Its a beautiful part of the country and I'm glad I chose this tour.
A perfect day in Highlands
Mary F,
Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I loved everything about this trip. Stunning view, fresh breeze, sound of water, lovely animals, trees, plants, medieval castle, delicious carrot cake and seafood, and great people. It was truly a perfect day. Our guide/driver Alec was amazing. He loves nature very much and I enjoyed listening to his informative explanation. I miss the nature of Scottish Highlands so much!
Absolutely phenomenal tour! Highly recommend!
Nat,
Mar 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour was absolutely fantastic, I can't find a single thing I would change or pick a single fault. The whole day was tightly packed with lots to cram in and despite it being a long day, it went too quick! Torridon is so beautiful, the coastal scenery out towards Applecross is breathtaking. We were booked in for lunch at The Applecross Inn and it's the best beef burger I have ever had! Lovely friendly atmosphere and it gives you chance to chat with the other people on the tour. We then headed to probably the most beautiful place I've seen in Scotland, Bealach na Ba. The views are stunning! This is was my second tour that Clare was my guide and she's just fantastic, funny and knowledgeable.
Breathtaking views
Michala H,
Oct 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amy was a terrific guide. Very knowledgeable about Scotland and so friendly. Nick accompanied her and was so kind to take pictures of several of us. We saw some breathtaking sights, and now I want to return to Scotland for a road trip! I would highly recommend this tour.
Ryan was fantastic!
Peter L,
Oct 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent tour! Ryan was fantastic! Informative and useful, funny and engaging. Ryan gave us a great experience, we had a great group of 16 and we all shared an experience. Ryan was just great, I've been on a lot of tours and this was my first Rabbie's tour, highly recommend if you have the opportunity. Nothing negative to say about it at all, 11/10 A++
Best tour ever
Zandra A,
Sep 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The most amazing day tour I've ever been on. Claire the guide was fantastic full of amazing stories and facts and even stopped randomly so we could get pics of highland cows I will definitely be booking this tour again when I'm back in Inverness
Awesome countryside
gone2bigsur,
Sep 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amy was our guide and driver. She is very knowledgeable and I learned so much. Lunch at applecross cafe was amazing. I splurged and had the beef cheeks. The little village of applecross was charming. It was a clear day so you could see Skye and the outer Hebrides.