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From Inverness: Isle of Skye Full-Day Trip

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    From Inverness: Isle of Skye Full-Day Trip

    Activity provider: Tour Skye
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    From US$ 94.31 per person

    Travel from Inverness to the Isle of Skye on a full-day tour that includes visits to the best of the island, like Portree and the Fairy Pools.

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    Duration 12 hours
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    Live tour guide
    English

    Experience

    Itinerary
    9.5 hours

    • Inverness

    • 0.5 hour

    • Urquhart Castle (photo stop)

    • The Fairy Pools

    • Portree

    • Eilean Donan Castle (photo stop)

    • 2 hours

    • Inverness

    Meeting point
    Main stop
    Other stop
    Highlights
    • Enjoy the company of the fairies at the pools
    • Take a picture of the mighty castles of Eilean Donan, and Urquhart in Loch Ness
    • Enjoy some time in Portree, the capital of Skye
    Full description
    Depart Inverness and travel via Loch Ness to the Isle of Skye. Loch Ness is the largest Loch by volume in the British Isles, and one of the deepest ones too. Famous worldwide for its elusive monster, it hosts one of the most iconic castles of Scotland: Urquhart Castle. Visit the Fairy Pools. Walk the trail that takes to you to the pools and enjoy a swim with the fairies. After visiting the Fairy Pools, stop at Talisker Single Malt Scotch Distillery based in Carbost. You'll go through the Visitor Centre (not on the tour) and, if available, sample one of the fine whiskeys produced here. Continue your journey of the Isle of Skye, and take in the small village of Portree for an afternoon break. Portree is a small harbour village, and the capital of Skye. Before you travel back to Inverness, you will enjoy sights of the mighty Eilean Donan Castle, which is situated on its own island, and is one of Scotland’s most photographed castles. Continue homeward bound to Inverness, where your tour ends.
    Includes
    • Guide
    • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
    • Entrance fees
    • Tips (recommended)
    Not suitable for
    • Children under 6 years
    • People with mobility impairments
    • Wheelchair users
    Covid-19 precautions

    You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

    Safety measures in place
    • All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
    Traveler requirements
    • You are required to bring and wear a mask

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    Meeting point

    Meet your guide at the Inverness bus stand, next to St. Andrews Cathedral to begin your tour

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    Important information

    What to bring

    • Comfortable shoes
    • Rain gear
    • Waterproof shoes

    Not allowed

    • Smoking
    • Luggage or large bags
    • Unaccompanied minors

    Know before you go

    • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
    • Please note, minimum numbers apply. Your tour may be canceled or rescheduled if the minimum is not met
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • The duration of the tour is approximate and depends on the time of day and traffic conditions
    • Tours may be operated by a multilingual guide
    • Tours operate in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately
    • Entrance fees and gratuities are not included
    • Food and drinks are not provided
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.7 /5

    based on 386 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      4.8/5
    • Transportation
      4.6/5
    • Value for money
      4.5/5
    • Safety
      4.8/5

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    Absolutely fantastic adventure. Gordon was an absolute pleasure to have as a tour guide. He breathed ecstatic life into the journey, telling stories about everything and really going above and beyond to make the tour the highlight of your trip. If you are considering this trip, 100% go for it!! We have no regrets and it made our trip. Thank you Gordon!

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    May 21, 2022

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    We got lucky! It was such a lovely sunny day. Easy meeting point near St Andrews Church, Inverness. I popped into the church before our tour. It costs £1 donation. Our lovely local tour guide Gorrrrrdon was wonderfully welcoming in his Scottish National Dress - the Kilt! The mini-coach was very comfortable. I sat I front as I get motion sickness. It was a long day but so worth it. We saw so many beauty places along the drive to the Isle of Skye. Isle of Skye is so beautiful. It was lovely to listen to the tales and learn the history of Scotland from Gorrrrrdon. He was brillant at explaining things and spotting some animals and places along the way. Take cash!! Most places have issues with card machine connectivity. There are loads of places to stop. Take your costume or wet suit for a swim in fairy pools! The water is cold but it’s such an amazing thing to do! I wish I had taken my kit.

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    April 22, 2022

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    GetYourGuide traveler – United Kingdom Verified booking

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    Most beautiful scenery!! Truly get a huge taste of the Scottish highlands. From castles to Loch Ness, cows, sheep, and deer. To waterfalls and vast countryside. I’ve always sworn to never be a tour kind of person and try to do those things on my own but I would highly recommend this tour. Gordon our guide was very knowledgeable and upbeat which kept the day entertaining. Had a fantastic time

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    February 22, 2020

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