Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle
Description
Viator Experience Award winning tour. Leave the city for the day and explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. Visit Eilean Donan Castle; one of Scotland's most photographed castles and cross the bridge to the scenic Isle of Skye. Visit Portree, it's village-capital and marvel in the beautiful scenic nature all in one day.
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Itinerary
We pause at Invermoriston for photos of the bridge and a toilet stop.
After Loch Ness, our Skye Tour continues on to Eilean Donan Castle*; one of Scotland’s most photographed castles. The castle is situated on its own island at the head of Loch Duich. We take time here to explore the castle and its atmospheric surroundings.
After Eilean Donan, we continue our journey to the Isle of Skye, passing over the Skye Bridge and on to the small village of Portree for our lunchtime stop. Portree, although a small harbour village, is the capital of Skye, and is surrounded by rocky cliffs and rolling hills. Its beautiful surroundings make it a perfect stop to have lunch and enjoy views of the boats.
We stop at the Old Man of Storr for photos
We pause at Kilt Rock for photos.
We stop at the Kyle of Lochalsh for refreshments
We stop at Loch Carron for views of Strome Castle (April-October)
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What's included
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 4 years old.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
- Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
- If you are driving, we recommend parking at the Old Town Rose Street Multi-Storey Car Park, 24 Rose St, IV1 1NQ, conveniently located next to our departure point.
- Please note: from 22nd December to 1st February 2025, Eilean Donan Castle will be closed. We will still stop at the castle for photos and access to the bridge will be available. However, the Visitor Centre and toilet facilities will be closed.
Reviews(2,205)
It was a fun-filled and memorable experience exploring the Isle of Skye, the Highlands, and Loch Ness with Timberbush. Our guide, Jamie, was excellent throughout the tour. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and kept us well informed with interesting stories and explanations at every stop. The overnight stay in Portree arranged by Timberbush was also very good. Our B&B host, Ms. Susan, at Creagory Skye was warm, welcoming, and made our stay comfortable. One suggestion for improvement would be to consider having the lunch break at Dunvegan Castle on the second day instead of in town, as it would allow visitors to make better use of their time at the attraction. The only aspect that left us disappointed was the seating arrangement on the small bus. At the time of booking, we were informed that seating would be on a first-come, first-served basis. The bus had a 2+1 seating configuration (a double seat and a single seat in each row). We were the first passengers to arrive, but upon boarding we were asked to leave the front row vacant and choose another seat. As a couple, we initially sat in the second-row double seat but found it a little cramped, so we moved to the second and third-row single seats. When we reached Glasgow, a group of three passengers joined the tour. Our guide requested that we move back to the second-row double seat so the group could sit together, and we happily agreed. However, we were then asked to move again—this time to the very last row. We explained that my wife suffers from motion sickness and that sitting at the back would be uncomfortable, but we were still persuaded to move. What disappointed us most was that, despite arriving first, we were the only passengers who were repeatedly asked to change seats, while no one else was requested to move. It felt unfair, especially since we had been told seating was on a first-come, first-served basis. Overall, the tour itself was excellent, and we truly enjoyed the destinations, the guide, and our accommodation. However, I would recommend that anyone booking with Timberbush clarify the seating policy in advance to avoid similar disappointment
It was a good experience and the driver (Ben) was fantastic. It is a long day but definitely got to see everything
It was very interesting. Ben told very nice storyes. When you go you must go with Ben. You should take an umbrella or raincoat.
This is a full day but there are plenty of breaks and womderful views and stops. Our guide, Ben, was ver knowledgeable and also had to cope with some serious weather and foggy windows, which he managed quite well.
Excellent trip with our driver guide Jack S from Inverness. Comfortable coach professionally driven. Beautiful scenery and with commentary and the occasional tall story from Jack, it was a pleasure.
What a lovely day! Jack S. (from Inverness) was driver and tour guide. The bus itself was fairly new and quite clean and comfortable. The tour itself was fun and interesting and Jack is a delightful storyteller and knowledgeable guide. All the stops allowed enough time for all but the most dedicated shopper.
Our tour of Isle of Skye was amazing! Marita was funny and so knowledgeable of every place we went by. She really knew everything about everywhere we went. We really enjoyed it and was worth the money!
Well organised Fantastic guide Doreen Lots of stops toilet breaks Great restaurants Lots of information from the guides
Doreen was a Great guide, good selection of sites. Awesome views!
Great bus driver and guide knows the roads as they were narrow. Had plenty of toilet stops and showed local places to shop and eat
