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1 Day Tour from Portree Best of Skye

119 Reviews 4.79 out of 5 stars Based on 119 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor |
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from $122.61 per person

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Neist Point, Isle of Skye
Neist Point, Isle of Skye
Kilt Rock, Isle of Skye
Fairy Pools, Isle of Skye
Fairy Glen, Isle of Skye
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On average, this is booked 129 (117.5) days in advance.
8 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Tour Skye's Best of Skye will take you to all the main attractions on the mystical Isle of Skye. Walk with the supernaturals through fairy-sized landscapes and forests, rock castles, and the Fairy Pools. For this tour, you must take the fairy oath. Please wear waterproof clothing and footwear, as we travel to fairy land by going underneath waterfalls.

What's Included

  • Landing and facility fees
  • Live commentary on board
  • Departure and pick up: at 8.45am from Somerled Square Bus Stop in Portree.
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Portree IV51 9EH
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Fairy Pools

We start on our journey with a drive to the Fairy Pools in the shadow of the Cuillin Mountains. The pools are located in one of the most dramatic landscapes on Skye. The fairies regularly bathe here, in the crystal clear green pools of the River Brittle. Weather permitting, you can swim in the pools of the river, one of the UK’s best wild swimming spots. Have fun diving under natural arches and waterfalls, but please do not spy on the fairies, as they can easily take offence!
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Talisker Distillery

Talisker distillery based in Carbost is one of the three whisky distillery on the Isle of Skye.The whisky is a single malt Scotch, with a very distinctive peaty-smoky taste.We shall go through the visitor centre (not on the tour) and if available sample one of the fine whiskys produced here.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Neist Point

You have a choice of either going to Neist Point or being dropped off at Dunvegan Castle and we will pick you up on the way back from Neist Point.We travel to the far west of the island to the dramatic Neist Point. This is the best place on the island to spot whales, dolphins and sharks. Here we transport you to the edge of the world, with its beautiful scenery, awesome skies and endless ocean. Come with us and see for yourself why Skye has been voted by National Geographic as the fourth greatest island visitor experience in the whole world!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dunvegan Castle & Gardens

You have a choice of either going to Neist Point or being dropped off at Dunvegan Castle and we will pick you up on the way back from Neist Point.Visit the ancient MacLeod clan castle, set in beautiful gardens, and see for yourself the flag from fairyland which is dated between the 4th and 7th centuries A.D.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Fairy Glen

The charming Fairy Glen. This is the most important meeting place of the fairies on Skye. Wander between countless conical mounds, known in the Highlands as fairy knowes; put your ears to the grass and listen for the fairies at work inside. Bend down to search for elves in the glen's miniature forests, take the twisted path to the top of the fairy castle or walk the faun’s maze and have a wish granted!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Quiraing

We take the opportunity to drive right up to the Trotternish ridge at the Quiraing, lying in the far North of Skye.The Quiraing is a landscape used in many sci-fi films, known for its wonderful rock formations and stunning coastal views. This is a place like no other, part of the largest landslip in Europe.Come to the cliff edge with us and see it for yourself!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kilt Rock

Kilt Rock with the distinctive pillars and beautiful waterfall with views across to the Torridon hills on the mainland, this weird landscape is used as a film location for many Sci-Fi movies, and is known for it’s amazing rock formations.Home to the dinosaurs of Skye’s ancient past and home to the most traditional people on the Isle of Skye. Only here will you experience stunning vistas, swirling mists and shifting suns around you.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Old Man of Storr

The Old Man of Storr is one of the iconic natural features of the dramatic Trotternish Ridge.The ridge is a mighty inland cliff, the longest in the UK, rising to a height of 720m. This amazing landscape should be part of any tour to the island and has made Trotternish the most popular visitor destination on Skye.The Old Man is a 200ft stone pillar, which has detached itself from the highest point of the ridge, creating a fantastical landscape of twisted rocks, looming shadows and swirling mists, film location for among others the Ridley Scott 2012 directed science fiction film Prometheus.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please wear waterproof clothes and comfy shoes
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 1 Day Tour from Portree Best of Skye?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 1 Day Tour from Portree Best of Skye?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Landing and facility fees.
  • Live commentary on board.
  • Departure and pick up: at 8.45am from Somerled Square Bus Stop in Portree.
  • Driver/guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the 1 Day Tour from Portree Best of Skye is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 1 Day Tour from Portree Best of Skye will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Landing and facility fees
  • Live commentary on board
  • Departure and pick up: at 8.45am from Somerled Square Bus Stop in Portree.
  • Driver/guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • The duration of the tour is approximate, the exact duration will depend on traffic and weather conditions
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please wear waterproof clothes and comfy shoes
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

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