Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness
We depart Inverness, for a full-day adventure to the magical Isle of Skye. Drive along the world-famous Loch Ness, and towards the west coast, where mountains give way to vast sea lochs. Venture inside Eilean Donan Castle on an optional tour.
Cross the Skye Bridge, and learn about the island’s history and mythology and enjoy the scenic drive, arriving back to Inverness approx. 8pm.
Additional Information
We are excited to have you embarking on a wonderful journey with Highland Explorer Tours.
You will check-in at 7:15 and depart from 15 Union Street, Inverness, IV1 1PP (Across from the entrance to the Victorian Market). Please bring the documentation listed in the Know Before You Go section of your ticket.
If you have any questions, you may contact our reservations team at: +44 (0)131 558 3738.
Enjoy your adventure with us,
Highland Explorer Tours
What's included
- Local Scottish Guide
- WiFi
- Downloadable audio guides are availabe in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish
Overview
We leave behind the ‘Capital of the Highlands’, for a full-day adventure to the magical Isle of Skye. We drive along the world-famous Loch Ness - home of the elusive monster – and onwards through the mountains towards the west coast. Majestic mountains give way to vast sea lochs, once used by Vikings as an access route to our lands. We stop at the romantic Eilean Donan Castle with time for you to explore inside.
After crossing the Skye Bridge, learn about the island’s myths and legends, as well as the true tales of rival clans and a fugitive prince. Enjoy lunch in the main town of Portree and visit the colourful harbour. Explore the Isle of Skye’s stunning coastline, and marvel at the Old Man of Storr, Lealt Falls, and Kilt Rock. Take in the last of Skye’s otherworldly landscape as we drive through the Highlands back to Inverness.
Know before you go
Check-in: 07.15 at 15 Union Street, Inverness, IV1 1PP (Across from the entrance to the Victorian Market).
Departure is at 7:45am
Adults / Students must be over 18.
The minimum tour age is 5
We operate a minimum numbers policy
We cannot guarantee that those who booked together will be sitting next to each other on the coach as we do not allocate seats.
Please be on time returning to the coach for all itinerary stops. The guide will have the time displayed on a clock The coach cannot wait on those who are late.
Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated when accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
Health measures:
• Use hand sanitiser, please bring your own
• Wearing a mask is a matter of personal preference
• If you feel ill, develop COVID like symptoms, please inform the guide
Checking in for your Tour
Please just bring your Reference Number and photographic ID.
Please note that for any tours visiting a whisky distillery, photographic ID (Drivers Licence or Passport) may be required to ensure participation in the whisky tasting activity.
Students must also bring a must also bring a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC or you will be charged the full price for your tour and an administration fee of 25 GBP.
Baggage Allowance
1 x medium case / + 1 x sma x small carry-on bag. Maximum 15 kg.
Travel insurance cover is not included in your tour. It is advisable for you to have travel insurance.
All cancellations must be made through your agent Evan Evans
