12-Hour Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle and Skye Tour from Inverness

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the little village of Drumnadrochit on the shores of Loch Ness
• 02 Visit the romantic 13th Century Eilean Donan Castle in the Scottish Highlands
• 03 Discover the rugged landscapes, fishing villages, and medieval castles of the Isle of Skye
• 04 Experience the charm and scenic beauty of Portree overlooking a sheltered bay

Enjoy a full day exploring the little village of Drumnadrochit on the shores of Loch Ness, visiting the romantic 13th Century Eilean Donan Castle in the Highlands of Scotland, and continuing to the Isle of Skye. Travel comfortably in a spacious vehicle as you take in rugged landscapes, picturesque fishing villages, and medieval castles. The day also includes time in Portree, the island's charming harbour village overlooking a sheltered bay.

Proceed to the Isle of Skye, connected to Scotland's northwest coast by bridge and known for its rugged landscapes, picturesque fishing villages, and medieval castles.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Inverness, Loch Ness, Skye

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Drumnadrochit, Eilean Donan Castle and the Isle of Skye

• Leave Inverness and travel through the Great Glen, reaching the little village of Drumnadrochit on the shores of Loch Ness.

• Head west to reach the romantic Eilean Donan Castle after about an hour and a half of driving. Explore this 13th Century castle in the Highlands of Scotland and embark on a journey through time and history. Enjoy lunch with amazing views of the castle.

• Proceed to the Isle of Skye, connected to Scotland's northwest coast by bridge and known for its rugged landscapes, picturesque fishing villages, and medieval castles. Experience island life with a visit to the village of Portree, situated on the east side of Skye overlooking a sheltered bay.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Services of a professional driver and local Inverness guide

• Transportation in a 6-seater vehicle

What's Not Included

• Food and drinks during the tour

• Entrance to attractions:

  • Cruise Loch Ness (optional):

  • Adult: £22

  • Child (5-15 years): £14.50

  • Eilean Donan Castle:

  • Adult: £7.50

  • Children over 5 years: £4

  • Family (2 adults + 3 children): £20

Know before you go

• The price shown is for groups of 1-5. For larger groups, a suitable vehicle can be hired at an additional cost.

• Please note that this is a long day. However, if you would like it to be a shore excursion, it can be altered to suit your requirements.

• This tour can be booked from Inverness, Invergordon, or Portree with the necessary alterations.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Drumnadrochit, Inverness IV63, UK

Tour start

Drumnadrochit, Inverness IV63, UK

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.