3 Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Private Tour
Explore the stunning and dramatic scenery of the Isle of Skye and the Scottish Highlands with a three day private tour from Inverness. The tour itinerary includes Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle, Portree, Kilt Rock, Quiraing and Dunvegan Castle.
Day 1 – Begins from Inverness where we follow the banks of Loch Ness to Urquhart Castle to explore its medieval history. After passing through Glen Moriston and Glen Shiel we arrive at Eilean Donan Castle where we discover its historic past before we cross the bridge to Skye. Our journey through the Isle of Skye takes us to the old bridge at Sligachan and its great view of the peaks of the Black Cuillin before our arrival in Portree where we will overnight for the next two days.
Day 2 – Begins from Portree with a journey to the Trotternish Peninsula for stunning views of the Old Man of Storr and Kilt Rock before we take a drive up the old cattle pass road to the Quiraing. Looking down onto the village of Staffin below and across the sea to the north west Highlands, the Quiraing is one of the highlights of the whole trip to the Isle of Skye. Continuing around the peninsula we visit the Museum of Island Life at Kilmuir. The afternoon takes us across to Dunvegan Castle, home of the clan Macleod, one of the Hebrides most powerful clans. As well as being one of the oldest continually inhabited castle in Scotland, Dunvegan also has wonderful gardens to explore before we return to Portree.
Day 3 – Begins from Portree heading south to the wonderful Sleat Peninsula. One of the less explored areas of Skye, the Sleat Peninsula is home to a stunning coastline, heather-clad hills and opportunities to get off the beaten path and away from the crowds. We stop at Isleornsay with its stunning views across to the Knoydart peninsula. After a visit to Armadale we cross over to the western side of Sleat to explore the breath-taking coastal scenery. The afternoon takes us back through the Highlands on our return journey to Inverness.
Places we visit on the Isle of Skye and Highlands Tour
• Urquhart Castle
• Loch Ness
• Eilean Donan Castle
• Black Cuillin
• Portree
• The Quiraing
• Kilt Rock
• Dunvegan Castle
• Sleat Peninsula
Places we visit on the Isle of Skye and Highlands Tour
Urquhart Castle
Loch Ness
Kintail
Eilean Donan Castle
Portree
The Quiraing
Kilt Rock
Dunvegan Castle
Black Cuillin
Sleat Peninsula
Watch the Isle of Skye and Highlands Tour Highlights
All the video clips shown above were taken during tours to the Isle of Skye and your tour will include all these wonderful views... though maybe not the weather – we are the land of four seasons in one day!
Private Tour Price (per tour)
April to October: £2250
Tour Information
Depart Inverness
Return Inverness
(3 Days)
FAQs
What's included in the tour price?
Tours are exclusively for your private group only (up to 3 persons) and prices are per tour. I only offer private tours and do not combine individuals or separate groups – if your group size is less than 3 the advertised tour price still applies. Prices include all taxes and an experienced driver/guide (John Alasdair Macdonald).
What's excluded?
Your accommodation costs, entrance fees and meals.
Where should I book accommodation?
I recommend that you book accommodation in Portree (Day 1 and 2) to make the most of your trip. Whilst I do not book accommodation for you I am happy to help with advice on where to stay and eat. The tour quote will include a list of accommodation recommendations and suggestions for overnight locations.
Can the tour itinerary be customised?
The tour itinerary is based on experience, previous clients feedback and timings. However, I have a little flexibility and the tour itinerary can be adapted (in advance) to suit specific requests if possible. Please let me know any requests through the 'Extra Information' section when completing a Tour Enquiry Form.
Can I extend the tour?
To explore more dramatic Highland scenery why not consider a 5 Day Isle of Skye, Highlands and Argyll Tour which also includes Glenfinnan, Glencoe, Oban, Kilmartin Glen and Inveraray Castle. Additionally, the itinerary for Day 1 and/or Day 2 of the 3 Day Highlands Tour can be added as extensions to the Isle of Skye and Highland tour. The tour price would be increased by £620 for each additional day. Please request through the 'Extra Information' section when completing a Tour Enquiry Form for the standard tour.
What will the weather be like?
The Scottish Highlands and Islands are renowned for changeable weather and even in the summer months we may experience some wet and windy weather conditions on tours. As such we always recommend a light waterproof jacket for all tours and decent footwear that you do not mind getting a little bit muddy or wet.
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