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The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
Departure point:
Inverness
Days:
1-Day Tours
Time:
8am - 8pm
Price:
From: £63
Departs:
Daily
Accommodation is payable on arrival
We offer a free accommodation booking service.
If you would like to book your own accommodation, please select 'Tour Only'.
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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, learn about the history of Eilean Donan Castle and visit Portree, Kilt Rock and much more on one of the best tours of Scotland we offer.
Discover Loch Ness and Eilean Donan Castle
After departing from Inverness, we travel south, hugging the shoreline of Loch Ness to Invermoriston. While it is most famous for its sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as ‘Nessie’, the loch itself is incredibly impressive. At 24 miles long and over 700ft deep, it contains more water than all of the lakes in England and Wales combined. Keep an eye out for Nessie, as we travel past the loch towards Invermoriston for a quick break.
After Loch Ness, our Skye Tour continues to Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed landmarks. The stunning castle is situated on its own island at the intersection of 3 lochs, Loch Duich, Loch Long and Loch Alsh. We take time here to explore the castle and its atmospheric surroundings (optional extra).
Immerse yourself in the Isle of Skye's Scenery
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 (April-October) for photos of Loch Carron before continuing homeward bound to Inverness, where your Isle of Skye day tour ends.
Driver-Guides
Alex
The Portree Kid
Tour Overview
Duration12hrs
Total Distance275 miles
Pick upRailway Terrace, Inverness at 8am
Group size16 - 37
AvailabilityAll year round
Minimum ageTravellers need to be at least 4 years-old
Tour Highlight
Optional Extras:
Eilean Donan Castle
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
Best Trip with Scott
“HIGHLY, Highly recommend! Our tour guide, Scott, was incredibly knowledgeable and funny, making our entire trip a fantastic experience. From the moment we left, we knew we were in good hands! All the stops we made were amazing. The entire trip was picturesque. Whenever we visit Scotland again, I will definitely book with Scott!”
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.
From April 2026, prices for the optional extras will be as follows:
- Eilean Donan Castle - Adults: £13.00, Concession: £12.00, Children: £6.50, Children under 5: Free
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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