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Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan from Inverness, via the Quiraing
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InvernessA full day out of Inverness in a small group, west across the Highlands to Skye, with Eilean Donan on the way. One thing to budget for: entry to the castle is optional and paid locally, not included here. The road runs along Loch Ness first, then climbs through the mountains towards the west coast. The peaks give way to sea lochs, which the Vikings used as a way into these lands. Eilean Donan stands at the meeting of three of them, and there is time to go inside if you want it. Over the Skye Bridge, the day turns to the island's own history: the myths, the rival clans, and the prince who hid here as a fugitive. Lunch is in Portree, the main town, with its harbour front. The rest of the day is Skye's coastline. The Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, and the Quiraing, which is the one most day trips leave out. Then back through the Highlands to Inverness. Meet 15 minutes before departure, across from the Victorian Market entrance, and look for a blue or yellow bus.
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local English Speaking Guide
Itinerary
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15 Union St, Inverness
Meet 15 minutes before departure, across from the Victorian Market entrance, for check-in. Look for a blue or yellow bus.
Loch Ness
A photo stop first, then the drive along Loch Ness, home of the elusive monster, and on through the mountains towards the west coast.
Eilean Donan Castle
The mountains give way to vast sea lochs, once used by the Vikings as a route into these lands. The stop is at Eilean Donan Castle, with time to go inside.
Costo extra
The Old Man of Storr
The coastline of Skye, with the Old Man of Storr, Lealt Falls and Kilt Rock along it.
Portree Harbour
Lunch in Portree, the main town on the island, and its colourful harbour.
Kilt Rock
More of the Skye coast: the Old Man of Storr, Lealt Falls and Kilt Rock.
Quiraing
The coastline again, with the Old Man of Storr, the Quiraing and Kilt Rock.
Sligachan Old Bridge
The island's myths and legends, along with the true stories of rival clans and a fugitive prince.
15 Union St, Inverness
Not included
- Food and Drink
- Eilean Donan Castle entry (can be purchased on site)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
- Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
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- Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5.
- Eilean Donan Castle can be subject to closures for private events. If so, additional time will be allocated elsewhere and the castle will be a photo stop.
- If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset.
- Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus.
- The tour may operate with our sister company, HAGGiS Adventures.
- The order of the itinerary route is subject to change.
- Up to 10 travelers per booking.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guiding available in: de, pt, cmn, en, it, fr, es.
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