Overview
Enjoy a day trip exploring Isle of Skye in a comfortable, air-conditioned Land Rover or minibus that seats up to 8 people. Relax as your Professional, Scottish, Kilted tour guide takes you on a journey through Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, Old Man of Storr and much more.
Eat a 1-hour lunch in Portree (own expense). Take home precious memories on this Private Tour for a more personalized experience.
This tour is NOT available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Air-conditioned vehicle - Land Rover or minibus
Pick-up & Drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
Professional Kilted Tour Guide
Private Transportation
Gratuities
Lunch (own expense)
Entrance to Urquhart Castle
Entrance to Eilean Donan Castle
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Leaves from in front of the Columba Hotel or from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route. Meet at 8am
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Please arrive on time, the tour will depart promptly
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• Operates in all weather conditions, dress comfortably
• A small amount of walking is involved
• Slightly uneven terrain, which is approximately 1 kilometer in total and will be over several tour stops. The longest walk is 300 meters
• Due to the duration of this tour, not recommended for children under the age of 6
• Not wheelchair accessible; some locations are not wheelchair accessible
What to expect
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Happy Tours
15 min
Meet and Greet in front of the Columba Hotel for departure of all our tours. Meet at 8am.
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Caledonian Canal
15 min
See the first government funded iniative in the Brisitsh Isles overseen by the brilliant Scottish Engineer Thomas Telford
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Loch Ness
10 min
Take a photo of the world famous Loch and look out for it's most famous resident Nessie. Can you capture a picture that will make the local and world news?
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Drumnadrochit VisitScotland Information Centre
10 min
Can you spot Nessie in the grounds or can you see the Yellow Submarine?
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Urquhart Castle
10 min
Enjoy a spectacular view of the ruined Castle and hear it's history brought to life by our guide
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Loch Cluanie
10 min
Travel along this reservior damned during the Hydro Scheme production in 1957
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30 min
Stop and explore one of the most photographed castles in the world. Built in the 13th century this was used as a film location for Highlander.
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Skye Bridge
30 min
Travel over this bridge opened in 1995 and find yourself on the beautiful Isle of Skye
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Portree VisitScotland iCentre
1 hour
This is our lunch time stop where you have an hour free to choose a cafe or hotel to eat at, or to have a wander through the small streets seeing the 18th century architecture
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The Old Man of Storr
20 min
See the massive pinnacle of rock formed by the volcanic activity and ancient landslips in the north of the island. Will you see a rainbow at the falls? View the hills of Torridon, Gairloch and Island of Rona
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30 min
A final stop at the small bothy coffee shop for a quick refreshment before travelling back to Inverness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- This tour is not available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Isle of Skye Full Day Private Tour from Inverness
Can I cancel Isle of Skye Full Day Private Tour from Inverness for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 hours.
Where does it start?
Leaves from in front of the Columba Hotel or from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route. Meet at 8am
What's included?
- Air-conditioned vehicle - Land Rover or minibus
- Pick-up & Drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
- Professional Kilted Tour Guide
- Private Transportation
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch (own expense)
- Entrance to Urquhart Castle
- Entrance to Eilean Donan Castle
Which places does it visit?
It visits Happy Tours, Caledonian Canal, Loch Ness, Drumnadrochit VisitScotland Information Centre, Urquhart Castle, Loch Cluanie, Skye Bridge, Portree VisitScotland iCentre.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Happy Tours Scotland Ltd
