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The Cuillins
Portree harbour
The Fairy Pools
Urquhart Castle viewpoint
Our vehicle, which has WiFi, USB ports, AC and spacious reclining seats

The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness

By WOW Scotland
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$261 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
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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.

Activity location

  • Eilean Donan Castle
    • IV40 8DX, Kyle of Lochalsh, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 15 Union St
    • 15 Union Street
    • IV1 1JT, Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

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The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:15 am
Price details
AU$260.62 x 1 AdultAU$260.62

Total
Price is AU$260.62

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll taxes, fees and handling charges
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive commentary on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedExperienced driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pick-up/drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSnacks/drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers 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

Activity itinerary

Eilean Donan Castle
  • 15m
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
  • 45m
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.
The Old Man of Storr
  • 10m
As we drive north we will stop at a loch-side viewpoint, where you will have chance to admire the unique rock formation of the Old Man of Storr. This 50 metre high pinnacle juts out from the awesome Trotternish Ridge, an area which will be widely recognised from blockbuster films including Ronin 47, Macbeth, Snow White & The Huntsman, Prometheus and The BFG.
Kilt Rock
  • 15m
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!
Fairy Pools
  • 1h 15m
You will have time to hike up to this beautiful series of pools and waterfalls, which are famed for their crystal clear water. The scenic walk to the first pool is slightly uphill and takes around 20 minutes (distance is 0.7 miles) and the most impressive waterfall is 5 minutes further on (0.9 miles total). Most guests spend their time around this area, admiring the famous crystal clear waters, and the stunning Cuillin Mountain backdrop. There are photo opportunities aplenty, and your guide will be available to take group and couple shots if you wish. Please be aware that the walk to the Fairy Pools and back is a total of around 1.5 miles and will take around 40 minutes, so you do require a moderate level of fitness.
Skye Bridge (Pass by)
After seeing all of the highlights of the Isle of Skye we will head back over the bridge. From here we head back east, through stunning mountains and picture-postcard Highland scenery, and your guide will fill you in on the bloody history that led to these once thriving glens becoming the desolate and lonely places they are today.
Loch Ness (Pass by)
Near the end of our journey we will get our first glimpse of that body of water the Highlands is so famous for; Loch Ness. As we drive along, hugging the shores of the loch, your guide will regale you with the colourful history of the world-famous monster, whilst you keep your eyes peeled for her!
Urquhart Castle
  • 10m
It's our last photo stop of the day, and it's certainly a WOW one! We will view this magnificent medieval castle from above, admiring its location on a distinctive peninsula jutting out onto the mysterious Loch Ness. From here, it is a short drive back to Inverness, where you will arrive back with memories to last a lifetime!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESEilean Donan Castle
    • IV40 8DX, Kyle of Lochalsh, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE15 Union St
    • 15 Union Street
    • IV1 1JT, Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

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