Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools Day Trip from Inverness with Loch Ness and Eilean Donan Castle
by Highland Experience Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£158Overview
This full-day bus tour lasts about 12 hours and starts from Inverness, traveling through Highland landscapes to the Isle of Skye. The route includes a brief stop at Loch Ness for photos of the loch and Urquhart Castle. After crossing onto Skye, the first stop is Kyleakin village to view the Skye Bridge. The tour continues to Portree, where there is a 90-minute break for lunch and time to explore the harbor town known for its Gaelic heritage and coastal views. Next, the group visits the Fairy Pools at the foot of the Cuillin Mountains, with about 90 minutes to walk among the clear pools and waterfalls; visitors should wear suitable footwear and bring a rain jacket. In winter, if weather prevents visiting the pools, the guide adjusts the itinerary to see other Skye highlights. Afterwards, there is a 30-minute stop at Sligachan Old Bridge, set against the Cuillin Mountains. The final stop before returning is Eilean Donan Castle, situated where three lochs meet, for 30 minutes to view the castle and surrounding scenery. The tour includes transport in an air-conditioned vehicle and a driver/guide. Gratuities, hotel pickup/drop-off, food, and drinks are not included. Children under 3 years are not allowed on this trip.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Loch Ness
The tour includes a short stop for photos of Loch Ness and views of Urquhart Castle.
5 min
Kyleakin
Kyleakin is the first stop on the Isle of Skye, where visitors can take photos of the Skye Bridge.
15 min
Portree
Portree is a harbor town with a 90-minute break for lunch and time to explore. The town's name means "King's Port" in Gaelic, reflecting its history as a royal port. It combines traditional charm with modern amenities.
90 min
Fairy Pools
The Fairy Pools consist of clear pools and waterfalls at the base of the Cuillin Mountains. Visitors have about 90 minutes to walk around the pools and waterfalls. Comfortable shoes and a rain jacket are recommended. In winter, if weather prevents visiting the pools, the guide will change the itinerary to visit other Skye highlights.
90 min
Sligachan Old Bridge
Sligachan Old Bridge is a historic stone bridge located with views of the Cuillin Mountains, illustrating the rugged Highland landscape.
30 min
Eilean Donan Castle
Eilean Donan Castle sits on a small island where three lochs meet. Visitors have 30 minutes to see the castle and the surrounding scenery.
30 min
Meeting point
Please arrive at the meeting point no later than 7:45am.
End point
Please arrive at the meeting point no later than 7:45am.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools Day Trip from Inverness with Loch Ness and Eilean Donan Castle
by Highland Experience Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£158Overview
This full-day bus tour lasts about 12 hours and starts from Inverness, traveling through Highland landscapes to the Isle of Skye. The route includes a brief stop at Loch Ness for photos of the loch and Urquhart Castle. After crossing onto Skye, the first stop is Kyleakin village to view the Skye Bridge. The tour continues to Portree, where there is a 90-minute break for lunch and time to explore the harbor town known for its Gaelic heritage and coastal views. Next, the group visits the Fairy Pools at the foot of the Cuillin Mountains, with about 90 minutes to walk among the clear pools and waterfalls; visitors should wear suitable footwear and bring a rain jacket. In winter, if weather prevents visiting the pools, the guide adjusts the itinerary to see other Skye highlights. Afterwards, there is a 30-minute stop at Sligachan Old Bridge, set against the Cuillin Mountains. The final stop before returning is Eilean Donan Castle, situated where three lochs meet, for 30 minutes to view the castle and surrounding scenery. The tour includes transport in an air-conditioned vehicle and a driver/guide. Gratuities, hotel pickup/drop-off, food, and drinks are not included. Children under 3 years are not allowed on this trip.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Loch Ness
The tour includes a short stop for photos of Loch Ness and views of Urquhart Castle.
5 min
Kyleakin
Kyleakin is the first stop on the Isle of Skye, where visitors can take photos of the Skye Bridge.
15 min
Portree
Portree is a harbor town with a 90-minute break for lunch and time to explore. The town's name means "King's Port" in Gaelic, reflecting its history as a royal port. It combines traditional charm with modern amenities.
90 min
Fairy Pools
The Fairy Pools consist of clear pools and waterfalls at the base of the Cuillin Mountains. Visitors have about 90 minutes to walk around the pools and waterfalls. Comfortable shoes and a rain jacket are recommended. In winter, if weather prevents visiting the pools, the guide will change the itinerary to visit other Skye highlights.
90 min
Sligachan Old Bridge
Sligachan Old Bridge is a historic stone bridge located with views of the Cuillin Mountains, illustrating the rugged Highland landscape.
30 min
Eilean Donan Castle
Eilean Donan Castle sits on a small island where three lochs meet. Visitors have 30 minutes to see the castle and the surrounding scenery.
30 min
Meeting point
Please arrive at the meeting point no later than 7:45am.
End point
Please arrive at the meeting point no later than 7:45am.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.