Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness
Description
Sharp geological formations, crumbling coastlines and wind-swept valleys: Skye is mother-nature at her dramatic best. And on this day-tour you explore the best of it in the comfort of a luxury, 16 seat mini-coach. Let our experienced driver-guide take you on a journey through the stories, history, and sights of the island; while also giving you a taste of the most breathtaking scenery that Western Scotland has to offer.
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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.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Please note that Eilean Donan Castle will be closed from 23 December 2026 to 1 February 2027 (inclusive). During this period, the tour will include a photo stop overlooking the castle, but entry to the castle will not be possible. No alternative stop will be added; instead, more time will be spent at other locations on the tour.
Reviews(891)
I can’t recommend Liam highly enough if you are thinking about the Isle of Syke and Donan Castle tour. The weather was cold, windy, and rainy but Liam made it one of the best tours I’ve taken. He knows the answer to whatever question you could ask and seems to really care that his passengers enjoy the experience. This guy is a real asset to Rabbie’s Tours.
Very informative and our driver went out of his way to make sure we had a wonderful time and had everything we needed! His storytelling was interesting and funny! Highly recommend!
We really enjoyed this guided trip! Ryan, our tour guide, is a real pro and described the history in terms of stories which made it so interesting. Comfy bus, plenty of rest stops. We also happened to get a rare warm, sunny, mist free, wind free , and midge free day on Isle of Skye! This trip is a comprehensive overview of the main attractions on the Isle of Skye and highly recommend.
Long day but enjoyable stops and good background information. Rest stops well planned
Spectacular views! Could not have enjoyed it more. Ryan was a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. The weather was absolutely perfect!
very comprehensive experience and good background information guide was very informative and engaged with everyone one the trip
Touring the Isle of Skye is a must while in Scotland! I highly recommend going with Rabbie tours because they have small groups and comfortable vans! Ryan was wonderful and made the day thoroughly enjoyable!
We had our tour guide Clare! Very knowledgeable, sweet and took really good care of us the whole day Nice to see the wonderful isle of skye! Its so stunning, rugged and i dont think i can compare it to other places we have been. Very spacious car and one thing that i liked most is that we are not overcrowded in the van. So thank you so much Rabbies company. Will defintelty book this trip if you want comfort and smooth tour. Cheers!
I had a fantastic one-day tour to the Isle of Skye with Rabbie’s. Everything was very well organized, and the itinerary allowed us to see some truly breathtaking places. The scenery was absolutely stunning, and the stops for restrooms and meals were comfortable and well-timed. One of the best aspects of the tour was the small group size, which made everything more efficient and enjoyable. The van was also very comfortable, making the long drive relaxing and pleasant. A special thank you to our guide, Mike. He was an excellent driver—safe, professional, and confident on the narrow roads. He was also funny, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye, which made the journey even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Scotland. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish!
I loved the castle, the harbour at Portree and the landscape at Quiraign. It involves quite a lot of time on the bus, but it is fully worth it. Our guide, Neil, provided a lot of information during the drive, and the views from the bus were also great.
