2-Day Tour to Isle of Skye, The Fairy Pools & Highland Castles

Inverness, Scotland

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This 2-day tour with an overnight stay in Portree takes you to some of the most spectacular sites on the island whilst passing through some of the most beautiful highland scenery.

We begin our journey at Loch Carron for a photo stop.

After a drive through spectacular island scenery, we arrive at Dunvegan Castle. Take time here to explore the castle and its history.

Next we drive to the imposing and dramatic Quiraing mountain range. Before we take in Kilt Rock, Lealt Falls, and the Old Man of Storr.

Our overnight stay will be in Portree.

The next day we depart Portree to the Fairy Pools. Bring a pair of walking boots to help you reach them.

Following stops at Sligachan and Sconser, we head to Broadford where you can enjoy lunch and look for wildlife like otters, seals and even killer whales.

Then, it’s onto our 2nd castle of the tour - Eilean Donan. Explore the atmospheric surroundings and take some great photos.

We return back to Inverness via Fort Augustus at Loch Ness.

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Travel from Inverness to Portree

Stop At: Loch Carron View Point, 9F23+4P, Stromeferry, Strome Ferry IV53 8UH, UK
Loch Carron View Point
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Dunvegan Castle & Gardens, Dunvegan House MacLeod Estate, Dunvegan IV55 8WF Scotland
Home of the clan Macleod located 1 mile to the north of Dunvegan on the Isle of Skye. Visit the castle & gardens and enjoy your lunch here.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Quiraing View, Portree IV51 9UN, UK
Photo stop
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Kilt Rock, Scotland
** currently closed **
Waterfall
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: The Old Man of Storr, Scotland
The Old Man is a large standing formation of rock part of the Trotternish ridge.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Lealt Falls, Portree Scotland
Waterfall
Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Portree, Portree, Isle of Skye, The Hebrides, Scotland
Overnight in the beautiful harbour town of Portree.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: From Portree to Inverness

Stop At: Fairy Pools, Road to Glenbrittle Glenbrittle, IV47 8TA Scotland
Natural waterfall phenomenon. Approx. 40 minute walk to the falls.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Sligachan Old Bridge, A863/a87, Sligachan IV47 8SW Scotland
Photo stop at the old bridge
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Broadford, Broadford, Isle of Skye, The Hebrides, Scotland
Lunch stop
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Eilean Donan Castle, Kyle of Lochalsh IV40 8DX Scotland
Beautiful castle built in the 13th century.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Fort Augustus, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness Region, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
Views of Loch Ness
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions

1 night accommodation (unless 'no accommodation' option is selected)
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions

Attraction Tickets to Dunvegan Castle & Gardens (£14) and Eilean Donan Castle (£10)
Gratuities
Accommodation, unless chosen
Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
If booking your own accommodation, it must be within 2km of Portree town centre.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
Minimum age is 4 years.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
Most travelers can participate
Kilt Rock car park is currently closed for repairs, so no stop will be made here.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Operates

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Cancellation

If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

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