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Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness
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Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

by Rabbies Trail Burners

12 hours
Aberdeen
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12 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This 12-hour small-group day tour travels from Inverness to explore the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle aboard a Mercedes minicoach with a maximum of 16 passengers. The driver-guide shares information about the history and landscapes throughout the journey. The tour begins with a drive along the Great Glen Fault Line to Loch Ness, where you get time to look for the famous monster and see Castle Urquhart from a distance. Next, there is an hour to visit Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed castles (ticket purchase on tour is required). Afterward, the tour stops at Portree Harbour for a 90-minute lunch break and time to walk around the harbor. Following lunch, the tour visits several notable natural landmarks on Skye. You spend 15 minutes at Kilt Rock, observing its waterfalls and cliffs. Then there is a 10-minute stop at the Old Man of Storr, known for its scenic views. The next stop is the Quiraing with 15 minutes to see the distinct landscape. The final stop is in Kyleakin for about 30 minutes, where you can get refreshments and view Castle Moil ruins, the Skye Bridge, and Eilean Ban. Entrance fees, food and drinks, and gratuities are not included. The tour departs from the bus stop beside Inverness Cathedral.

Highlights

12-hour small-group tour from Inverness by Mercedes minicoach
Stop at Loch Ness with views of Castle Urquhart
Visit Eilean Donan Castle with ticket purchase on tour
Lunch break and walk at Portree Harbour
View Kilt Rock waterfalls and cliffs
Stops at Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, and Kyleakin

What's included

Driver and guide service
Transport by Mercedes minicoach
Small-group tour with up to 16 participants

What's not included

Admission fees for Eilean Donan Castle
Food and drinks unless stated
Tips and gratuities

Itinerary

1

Loch Ness

After leaving Inverness early, the tour travels along the Great Glen Fault Line to Loch Ness. Here, there is an opportunity to look for the Loch Ness monster and to admire Castle Urquhart from a distance.

10 min

2

Eilean Donan Castle

This stop lasts about 60 minutes at one of Scotland’s most photographed castles. Tickets are reserved by the operator, and visitors purchase them during the tour.

60 min

3

Portree Harbour

The tour pauses here for 90 minutes to allow time for lunch and to explore the harbor area.

90 min

4

Kilt Rock

A 15-minute stop at Kilt Rock offers panoramic views of cliffs and waterfalls unique to this location.

15 min

5

The Old Man of Storr

The tour spends about 10 minutes at the Old Man of Storr, a popular spot for its scenic views favored by hikers and photographers.

10 min

6

Quiraing

This 15-minute stop features the Quiraing, a distinctive and well-known landscape on Skye.

15 min

7

Kyleakin

The final stop is about 30 minutes in Kyleakin, where visitors can get refreshments and view the ruins of Castle Moil, the Skye Bridge, and the nearby Eilean Ban.

30 min

Meeting point

Please meet your Rabbie's guide at the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, Inverness, IV3 5NS. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departs.

End point

Please meet your Rabbie's guide at the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, Inverness, IV3 5NS. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departs.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–8 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Tours depart from the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, IV3 5NS
Children under 5 years old are not allowed; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Non-compliance will result in refusal of travel without refund
Each person is allowed luggage weighing up to 20kg (44lbs). This must be one piece roughly the size of an airline carry-on bag measuring approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm (22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for personal items onboard.
Tickets for Eilean Donan Castle are reserved by the operator; visitors must buy tickets during the tour if they wish to enter
Eilean Donan Castle is closed to visitors from April 12 to 16; during this time, the tour will stop for photos only
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