Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the rugged beauty of Isle of Skye
- Discover the history of Eilean Donan Castle
- Enjoy scenic drives through the Scottish Highlands
- Visit the picturesque village of Portree
- Experience the unique landscapes of the Trotternish Peninsula
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Isle of Skye
- Visit to Eilean Donan Castle
- Transportation from Inverness
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
After an early start, you leave the city and travel along the Great Glen Fault Line towards Loch Ness. Here, you have a chance to spot the monster and admire lovely Castle Urquhart from afar.
Enjoy this wonderful landmark; one of Scotland's most photographed castle!
Lunch stop and a great opportunity to venture to the harbour.
Enjoy this unique landscape offering panoramic views of waterfalls and cliffs.
Famous for its magnificent scenery and views, the Old Man of Storr is a popular hotspot for hikers and photographers.
The truly spectacular Quiraing is an icon of Scotland.
You venture to Kyleakin for refreshments and a chance to view the dramatic ruin Castle Moil or the Skye Bridge and Eilean Ban.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; proficiency is recommended.
- Meals and beverages are not included; plan accordingly.
- The tour involves walking on uneven surfaces; a moderate level of fitness is advisable.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a waterproof jacket, as weather conditions can change rapidly.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and historic sites.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- All Inverness tours will depart from the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, IV3 5NS
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
- Eilean Donan Castle – We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
Traveler reviews
Rent a car instead
Worst experience ever. Refused to refund us when we were just 10 minutes late. Inverness and Beauly are small towns - the only way to the meeting point was via bus, no Ubers and no taxis. We left extra early to avoid any mishaps. Unfortunately, our bus was running late so we were set to get there at 8:10 when the meeting was at 8 am. We simply had no option. We completely understood the tour had to leave at 8 am, so we asked if we could get a different option for the following day, later in the day, or even a full refund. They just said no to everything without even trying to help. If you can’t wait, then at least stop SCAMMING people out of their money and have the decency to give them other options or a refund. They kept saying it’s not in policy etc etc, but you TOOK OUR MONEY AND GAVE US NO TOUR. Do you think any customer will find that scamming acceptable? Gross. Do not book with them. Canceled the other tour we had with Viator and rented a car through Costco instead. It was half the price and we had the best day ever at our own pace even with the adjustment to driving on the left side of the road.
Ryan was a fabulous Guide
The entire day start to finish was fantastic. We saw a bit of all types of weather, a few rain showers, clouds, a brief hail storm, and sunny skys. The scenery was breathtaking and the pace of the tour was excellent. Never felt rushed and we had great stops periodically to stretch our legs. Lunch in Portree had a lot of options. Easy pick up spot. Great group of people on my tour and I can't say enough about how much we all enjoyed our guide Ryan. Great personality, good storytelling, and a lot of knowledge about each of the areas we visited. A wonderful glimpse into a beautiful landscape.
Neil was great! He had a...
Neil was great! He had a great sense of humor, knew his stuff, and did everything possible to make sure all of us had a great time. My mother and I had an awesome time. Wonderful tour!
Fabulous trip to Skye with Rabbie's
The Isle of Skye daytrip with Rabbie's was the highlight of our trip to Scotland. We toured the Eilean Donan castle among other very scenic stops on Skye. The castle was fascinating and beautifully restored, with all the amenities from way back when. Claire was our driver, and she was fabulous. She was extremely knowledgeable and shared the local history, geology, folklore, music and much more. Claire was personable, kind and thoughtful. She made plenty of welcome restroom breaks. The 15-person Mercedes van was comfortable. Claire was an exceptional driver, and we always felt safe. Thanks so much for a very memorable experience.
Great day
Ryan was a lovely tour guide! Very informative and accommodating as well. The experience overall was fantastic and we are happy to not have had to make the drive to Quiraing ourselves!!