Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness

4.4
(383 reviews)

11 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the romantic Isle of Skye on a full-day trip from Inverness. Taking in spectacular Highland scenery, your tour passes Loch Ness and the ruins of Eilean Donan Castle before reaching Skye, where gnarly mountain peaks and hillsides swathed in purple heather are framed by soft, sandy beaches. Enjoy lunch in Portree and walks around the beautiful harbour. Before returning to Inverness, pass the gorgeous little island of Eilean Ban.

What's Included

Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Driver/guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Loch Ness (Pass by)

    Our journey from Inverness follows the banks of Loch Ness- watch out for "Nessie"

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Invermoriston

    A short stop her to enjoy the waterfalls and admire the old bridge -designed by Thomas Telford.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Eilean Donan Castle

    Before crossing over the bridge to Skye we will stop at Eilean Donan Castle, one of the most picturesque castles in Scotland. There will be time to get that all important photo!

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Portree

    Our lunch stop will be in the charming island capital of Portree. Why not enjoy some traditional fish and chips by the harbour - just watch out for seagulls

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Kilt Rock

    There is a wonderful viewpoint here giving great views over the waterfall and cliffs. You will also get great views of the Old Man of Storr

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Black Cuillin (Pass by)

    Admire these stunning mountains as you arrive on the Isle of Skye.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Sligachan Old Bridge

    A quick photo stop at the Old Sligachan Bridge. Your driver/guide will enthrall you with tales of the enchanted waters.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On the way back to Inverness you will travel along the shores of Loch Carron and through the little village of Strathcarron at the head of the Loch.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that children aged under 3 years old cannot travel on this tour
Supplied by Highland Experience Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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