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The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness

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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Live commentary on board
  • Experienced driver
  • Lunch There will be an opportunity to pre-order a takeaway lunch at the start of the tour (Mon to Fri tours only, on weekend tours you can pick something up to-go in Portree)
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • Snacks/drinks
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15 Union Street
Inverness IV1 1JT, UK

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Loch Ness (pass by)

As we leave Inverness behind, the Highlands’ most famous waters appear: Loch Ness. We’ll hug the shoreline while your guide brings the legend to life—tales of sightings, science, and a sprinkle of mischief—eyes peeled for her!
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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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Portree

Arrive in Portree and head to the harbour viewpoint—cue pastel-perfect houses and sweeping bay views. Dive into quirky local boutiques, cozy cafés, and harbourfront lanes; 45 minutes here flies by. Hungry? Grab a fresh-baked lunch or a tasty takeaway and refuel like a local. (If you have pre-booked lunch with us in the morning, we will collect it here and deliver it to you on the mini-coach, saving you precious sightseeing time).
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kilt Rock

Kilt Rock is an exposed sea cliff which resembles the traditional Highland kilt, and which never fails to impress our guests. It also boasts a waterfall which cascades 60ft (180m) into the Sound of Raasay below - a truly unique sight, and particularly so when the wind blows the waterfall back up the cliff!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Old Man of Storr

As we head north, we’ll pause at a loch-side viewpoint for your first look at the Old Man of Storr — a striking 50-metre pinnacle rising from the dramatic Trotternish Ridge. You may recognise this iconic landscape from films including 47 Ronin, Macbeth, Snow White and the Huntsman, Prometheus and The BFG.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fairy Pools

You’ll have time to wander up to this beautiful series of pools and waterfalls. The scenic path to the first pool is gently uphill and takes around 20 minutes (0.7 miles), with the most impressive waterfall just 5 minutes further on (0.9 miles in total). Most guests linger here, with the Cuillin Mountains as a stunning backdrop to the crystal clear water of the pools. Whatever the weather, there are photo opportunities at every turn!Please note: the out-and-back walk is around 1.5 miles and takes roughly 40 minutes, so a moderate level of fitness is required.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Skye Bridge (pass by)

After savouring Skye’s showstoppers, we cross back over the bridge and turn east, threading through mountains and storybook glens. As the scenery swells around us, your guide brings to life the Highlands’ darker chapters—the bloody upheavals that emptied once-thriving communities and left these glens hauntingly quiet.
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Urquhart Castle

We end on a high—literally. Look down on Urquhart Castle, dramatically set on a peninsula reaching into Loch Ness— a fitting finale after a day of spectacular sights on Skye. Then it’s a quick drive back to Inverness, carrying the best souvenir of all—memories of an unforgettable day on Skye.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges.
  • Live commentary on board.
  • Experienced driver.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. There will be an opportunity to pre-order a takeaway lunch at the start of the tour (Mon to Fri tours only, on weekend tours you can pick something up to-go in Portree).
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off.
  • Snacks/drinks.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Live commentary on board
  • Experienced driver
  • LunchThere will be an opportunity to pre-order a takeaway lunch at the start of the tour (Mon to Fri tours only, on weekend tours you can pick something up to-go in Portree)
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • Snacks/drinks
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers
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