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Private Tour to Isle of Skye from Inverness

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Inverness, Scotland
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12 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Your full day 12 hour tour from Inverness to the Isle of Skye offers a journey through the Highlands and the best bits of the Isle of Skye, along with quite a few locations that you wont see on other tours!

As a local to the Highlands guide will break up the journey on the way to Skye with a number of stops that are important and special in the hearts of the people who live here.

We can also pick up from the Isle of Skye, or even pick up in Inverness and drop off in Skye and vice versa (Just let us know luggage requirements)

You will enjoy historical commentary, folklore, Scottish music, local snacks, and general good craic all round!

On Skye we are excited to show you the magical spots on the Island, but if the weather makes visibility poor, we can substitute stops to make sure you have the BEST experience. As this is a private tour we can adapt the itinerary to suit your groups preferences! Just ask away-it's your day!

We will also make a bonus stop at the Hairy Coos!

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water

    Meeting Location

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    Ardross Street
    Inverness IV3 5NN, UK

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    Urquhart Castle

    Our first stop on the way to Skye will be Urquhart Castle. The ruins sit perched on the banks of Loch Ness. Our guide will tell you about the history of the castle, and the folklore and legends about the loch and our most famous beast, Nessie as we look down from a viewpoint above.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Glenmoriston

    The Glenmoriston Footprints are a lessor known, but important site, when it comes to Highland history and legend! Finlay Munro preached from a spot in Glenmoriston in 1827 and left two footprints. No blades of grass have on the spot since!
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Glen Shiel

    We will stop around half way on our journey to Skye at Cluanie Inn, which sits right in the heart of the mountains. There is a rest room here for your comfort, and usually a few Highland Coos too!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Sligachan Old Bridge

    This 200 year old bridge crosses the river Sligachan at a beautiful spot surrounded by both the black and red cuillin mountains. The waters that run under the bridge are said to be blessed by fairies! Dip your face in for 7 seconds and you might just get eternal beauty! We will also take a short walk up to some lessor known pools and waterfalls at this spot.
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    40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Portree

    After a busy morning, we will stop in Portree for lunch and a wee stretch of the legs! You will have around 1 hour to explore the capital of Skye before we head North for an afternoon of unbelievable sights!
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    The Old Man of Storr

    Our first attraction after lunch will be a photo stop at the Old Man of Storr. This famous rock formation is steeped in myths and legends. Our guide will take you to a great spot to get a photo and tell you about the giant who once roamed these lands.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Kilt Rock

    Kilt Rock is a spectacular cliff edge where the layered stone resembles the pattern of a tartan kilt. Meallt falls flows from the loch of the same name at the top of the cliff and crashes over into the sea below. On a clear day you can get fantastic views all the way to mainland Scotland.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Quiraing

    Possible the most beautiful viewpoint in the world. Ok, I might be a wee bit biased, but the otherworldy landscape of the Quiraing never fails to take our guest's breaths away. We have seen it so many times and I still get chills standing here on a clear day! If the cloud level is too low to get a good view from the Quiraing the guide will offer an alternative spot. Skye isn't known as the "Misty Isle" for nothing!
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Eilean Donan Castle

    As we make our way back to Inverness we will stop at the world famous Eilean Donan Castle for a photograph. There are also restrooms available at this stop.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour to Isle of Skye from Inverness?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-485950P10

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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