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Our 1 day Isle of Skye tour from Inverness takes in some of the most dramatic and stunning landscapes Scotland has to offer! See Loch Ness, visit Eilean Donan Castle, Portree, Kilt Rock and much more on our Skye tour from Inverness; capital of the Highlands.

After departing from Inverness we travel south, hugging the shoreline of Loch Ness to Invermoriston. Loch Ness, 24 miles long and over 700ft deep, is most famous for its sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as ‘Nessie’. Invermoriston is only about 30 miles from Inverness, we stop for a short break here, allowing you the chance to perhaps see the monster yourself!

After Loch Ness, our Skye Tour continues on to Eilean Donan Castle; one of Scotland’s most photographed castles. The castle is situated on its own island at the head of Loch Duich. We take time here to explore the castle and its atmospheric surroundings. 

Afterwards, we continue our journey to the Isle of Skye, passing over the Skye Bridge and on to the small village of Portree for our lunchtime stop. Portree, although a small harbour village, is the capital of Skye, and is surrounded by rocky cliffs and rolling hills. Its beautiful surroundings make it a perfect stop to have lunch and enjoy views of the boats.

Moving on, we visit various points of interest in Skye such as; Kilt Rock for amazing coastal views, take a short walk at Lealt Falls and admire the Old Man of Storr. After spending the afternoon exploring Skye and admiring its stunning scenery we will stop off on the return journey at Strome Viewpoint for photos of Loch Carron before continuing homeward bound to Inverness, where your Isle of Skye day tour ends.

Driver-Guides

Sandy Skye Expert

Andy

Alex The Portree Kid

Tour Overview

Duration12hrs

Total Distance275 miles

Pick upRailway Terrace, Inverness at 8am

Group size16 - 32

AvailabilityAll year round

Minimum ageTravellers need to be at least 4 years-old

Tour Highlight

Loch Ness

Lealt Falls

Kilt Rock

Old Man of Storr

The Highlands

Portree

Eilean Donan Castle

Optional Extras:

Eilean Donan Castle - £10 adult, £9 senior, £6 child

Please note: Eilean Donan Castle will be closed from the 23rd December - 1st February.

A couple of things To know

Included

• Digital translations
• Knowledgeable Driver-Guide
• Luxury Modern air-conditioned coach

Not Included

• Entrance to attractions
• Food and Drink

Fantastic tour, more than worth the price

“This was one of my favorite tours ever. We got to see so much of the Isle of Skye and its surroundings all in one day, and our guide Alex kept the experience fun and entertaining across the entire 12 hours. He knows so many interesting facts and stories, I learned a lot!”

Martin_R, travelled November 2022 - Review from tripadvisor

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the departure point?

Your one day tour from Inverness departs at 08.00 hrs from Railway Terrace. 

You can view our departure point by clicking here.

Check-in opens 15 minutes prior to the stated departure time and closes 5 minutes prior to the stated departure time. We recommend that all passengers arrive in this window as tours must depart on schedule.

Are the optional extras included?

No, optional extras are not included in the tour price.

The price of your one day tour from Inverness includes the services of a friendly, knowledgeable and experienced Driver-Guide, and transportation on one of our luxury modern air-conditioned coaches. 

The price for the following attraction is valid from April 2023:

• Eilean Donan Castle - Adults: £10, Child: £6.50, Children under 5: Free

 

Please note: Eilean Donan Castle will be closed from the 23rd December - 1st February.

Is the tour in English?

Yes, all of our tours are in English.

Your tour will be taken by an experienced, knowledgeable and friendly English-speaking Driver-Guide.

You'll find a digital translation of your tour through a link on your confirmation email.

Digital translations are available for this tour in the following languages:

• French
• German
• Spanish
• Portuguese
• Italian
• Russian
• Chinese (Mandarin)

What should I bring with me?

As we like to give you as much time off the coach as possible with the opportunity for walks, we recommend you bring warm and/or waterproof clothing, wear comfortable walking shoes and take sun-block or a hat for sunny days.

Don't forget your camera to capture all the lovely scenery and wildlife you'll encounter on your tour!

Since we cannot allow hot food on our buses you could also bring a cold packed lunch with you to make the most of your time at each stop, this would be particularly time-saving in the busier months!

Can children travel on this tour?

We welcome children over 4 years old on our tours, and children aged between 4-16yrs are eligible for the concessionary rate.

We regret we are not able to carry children under the age of 4.

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