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Full-Day Isle of Skye Tour: Enchanting Lanes, Fairy Pools, and Highland Scenery from Inverness
4.3
211 Ratings
Highland Council
Embark on a mesmerizing day trip to the captivating Isle of Skye from Inverness. Your journey, filled with breathtaking Highland landscapes, includes views of Loch Ness and the scenic Eilean Donan Castle. Once on Skye, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore the Fairy Pools.
Embark on a mesmerizing day trip to the captivating Isle of Skye from Inverness. Your journey, filled with breathtaking Highland landscapes, includes views of Loch Ness and the scenic Eilean Donan Castle. Once on Skye, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore the Fairy Pools.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Loch Ness - A brief stop will be made for photos of Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle.
- Kyleakin - The first stop on the Isle of Skye is Kyleakin, a charming village perfect for capturing photos of the magnificent Skye Bridge.
- Portree - Enjoy lunch in the lovely harbour town of Portree, but be mindful of the hungry seagulls! Portree is not…
- Loch Ness - A brief stop will be made for photos of Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle.
- Kyleakin - The first stop on the Isle of Skye is Kyleakin, a charming village perfect for capturing photos of the magnificent Skye Bridge.
- Portree - Enjoy lunch in the lovely harbour town of Portree, but be mindful of the hungry seagulls! Portree is not only naturally beautiful but also rich in history and culture. Its name comes from the Gaelic “Port-an-Righ,” meaning “King’s Port,” highlighting its historical role as a royal port. Today, Portree is a lively community blending traditional charm with modern conveniences.
- Fairy Pools - Nestled at the base of the Cuillin Mountains, the Fairy Pools are a series of captivating, crystal-clear pools and waterfalls, offering an enchanting and magical atmosphere. A walk to these blue and green waterfalls is planned, and for the adventurous, a dip is possible!
- Please note that during winter, weather conditions may occasionally prevent visits to the Fairy Pools. In such cases, our expert driver-guides will adjust the itinerary to suit the conditions, allowing exploration of other highlights on the Isle of Skye.
- Sligachan Old Bridge - The Sligachan Old Bridge is a rustic historical landmark set against the stunning backdrop of the Cuillin Mountains on the Isle of Skye, creating an iconic scene that embodies the timeless beauty and rugged charm of the Scottish Highlands.
- Eilean Donan Castle - This historic and iconic Scottish castle is situated on a small island where three lochs converge, providing a breathtakingly picturesque setting that has made it one of Scotland’s most renowned landmarks. Visit the castle and enjoy the surrounding scenery.
What's Included
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver/guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Children under 3 year not accepted
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Children under 3 year not accepted
Additional Information
- Please note that children aged under 3 years old cannot travel on this tour
- Please note that children aged under 3 years old cannot travel on this tour
Location
Waverley Centre
Union Street
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.3
(211 Ratings)
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Janey_k
Jan 16, 2025
Best Tour I've Ever Had! - When you book this service do hope that you're lucky enough to have Peach as your tour guide. She was absolutely amazing from the moment we set off to the moment we returned - not many people could handle the almost 12-hour journey that we took, especially with so many nonchalant deer roaming the roads of Skye! Peach was chatting animatedly the entire time, telling us wonderful stories about the folklore and personal anecdotes about all the places we saw, and I got some amazing photographs - even though I'm no expert with a camera. I'm writing a novel set of the Isle of Skye and this was my first visit - I left feeling like I've come to know the island very well! Would definitely book again - not sure if anything else I can experience in 2025 will come close!
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Marie_n
Dec 29, 2024
Peach was absolutely amazing - Peach was an amazing guide with stories, history and much more.
Amazi
ngly planned 👌 and all stops amazing. Brilliant safe driver and would go again tomorrow.
Fairy pools well worth doing and so picturesque and made the isle of skye even more special.
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Adam_c
Dec 28, 2024
Excellent Tour - What an amazing day we had in the magical highlands and the Isle of Sky! A brilliant tour!
There were plenty of comfort breaks throughout the journey. And plenty of time to take photos at each landmark!
The thing that really stands out? Our tour guide, Peach! What a knowledgable, caring, kind and enthusiastic guide! I have to say I think she stands out, and is the best guide we have had on our travels!
She has deep knowledge of the myths and legends of the Scottish highlands - and welcomes questions throughout the journey. Her energy from start to finish is unfailing, and she clearly really enjoys her job! I cannot fault Peach! She is so eager to please, and was a joy to get to know - and by the end of the day she almost felt like family, or a friend.
This day trip is a must for anyone who has an interest in Scotland, Scottish myths and legends and the Magic that is The Fairy Pools!
I would certainly recommend and do another of Peach’s tours.
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Andrew_l
Nov 17, 2024
So Glad I Booked - Made a last minute decision to book a tour instead of drive myself, and I am so thankful that I did. Even though several of the popular tourist spots were not available due to weather or being rented out, our tour group was treated to access and insights I never could have achieved on my own. Alex, our guide was witty and kind. He made everything fun and made everyone feel welcomed. He could also teach a university level Scottish history course. Fantastic all around experience.
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All_h
Nov 15, 2024
A great experience with Chris - Chris was fantastic! He was knowledgeable, Fun, and his love of his people and country is refreshing.
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Pamela_s
Nov 8, 2024
Unusual experience at the fairy pools. - The fairy pools and getting sleeted on while there lol. The driver could have been more informative as to where we were at certain times.
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Margaret_w
Oct 28, 2024
Great and enjoyable experience with plenty of times! - Wonderful way to go sight-seeing. We got to do everything they said we would do and I felt like we had plenty of time in between places to visit and also to unwind/warm up in the bus. Wonderful experience all around.
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Courtney_j
Oct 29, 2024
Stunning - Donnie was great and our tour ended up being a small group of people. It was very fun and Donnie did a fantastic job narrating the trip and bringing a personal aspect to the trip.
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Megan_s
Feb 21, 2025
absolute garbage fire tour - genuinely the most horrific tour experience. the guide (cameron) was friendly but barely spoke, and the tour was cut short by 2.5 hours. if you’re advertising a 12 hour tour (and at nearly 100 pounds per person, steep price), i sure as hell expect the tour not to end after 9.5 hours. we didn’t stop at loch ness as advertised (just drove past it too quickly for any photos, and we stopped at several random lakes). we only had 30 minutes in portree, didn’t see any highland cows (but stopped for deer for a solid 5 minutes??), and were taken to a closed castle where the only thing we could do was go to the gift shop. almost nothing that was advertised actually ended up happening (with very very few stops). the tour guide then abandoned the group at the fairy pools, didn’t tell us any background info, and disappeared for an hour taking photos on his own, leaving us having to google our own facts to get any sort of experience out of it. complete waste of money and an entirely wasted day considering we flew in from canada for this.
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Avama8249vr
Nov 7, 2024
SCAMMERS - I don’t usually leave reviews, but I feel the need to let people know that this company is a scam! I booked this tour with them and the day before I received a (sketchy) email canceling the tour. I was promised a refund and never received it despite many attempts! Do not trust them they will take your money. If you want proof I’ll send it to you.
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