Scotland · ISLE OF SKYE DAY TOURS
Skye is five hours from Edinburgh and two from Inverness, which decides everything about how you should do it. These 15 cover the honest day trip from Inverness, the small-group runs over the bridge, and the three-day tours that give the Cuillin the time they need.
Inverness to Isle of Skye in one long day. See Eilean Donan Castle, Portree, and major photo stops with live guide commentary.
“Booked this trip last minute and didn’t fully know what to expect but Atis was amazing! Gave us time to get photos and off the bus. Also he had some fantastic music choices and wonderful stories about the areas!”
3-day Highlands and Skye bus tour from Edinburgh, hitting Glencoe, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Quiraing, Inverness, and optional Loch Ness cruise.
“Great trip. Our guide Paul S. was amazing. Bring some warm clothes and maybe an umbrella. Totally worth it despite the bus hours. I would offer the trip the other way if I was owner of the Hairy Coo company though. Start with Stirling and the William Wallace/ Robert the Bruce history in year 1300 on day one. Day two stays the same on Skye Island and finish day 3 by the Jacobite story and the rebellion of 1746 at Culloden and go to the Whiskey distillery at the end of the trip at 4pm instead of the first day at 10am…more logical sequence. Overall a great trip, bus very…”
3-day Skye and Scottish Highlands tour from Edinburgh, 2 nights in Portree, with Glencoe, Eilean Donan, and Loch Ness searches.
“Exceptional 3 full days experience. Lovely landscapes, nice B&B, wonderful ! Our driver, Adam was very professional, offering a lot of details, a lot of stories. Many thanks for this wonderful experience that will last forever in our hearts.”
3 days from Edinburgh through Glencoe, Skye’s icons, Loch Ness, and Ben Nevis viewpoints, with a guided coach ride and included lodging.
“We couldn't have asked for a better tour of the Isle of Skye. Tim was an amazing tour guide, along with Tegan. We learned so much and saw so many amazing views! The B&B they arranged for us in Portree was a perfect place to rest at the end of the day. The hotel provided a wonderful breakfast. Could not recommend this tour enough! :)”
Isle of Skye day tour from Inverness with Loch Ness, Eilean Donan views, Portree, Fairy Pools, and Urquhart Castle.
“I chose this tour as this is the only tour that offers both Isle of Skye and Fairy pools. My partner and I enjoyed every second of this trip. Murduch Mr Fabulous is filled with wisdom and knowledge. I learned so much about Scotland’s history. Highly recommended tour.”
A private Isle of Skye day trip from Inverness with Loch Ness stops, Eilean Donan Castle, Old Man of Storr, Portree lunch time.
“We had long anticipated this experience, and it was exceptionally wonderful because of our guide, Malcolm. We are so grateful for his knowledge, expertise, humor, and patience. It was a lovely trip.”
3 days from Edinburgh to Skye and Loch Ness with Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Kilt Rock, Storr, Dunvegan, Eilean Donan, and Portree stays.
“We did this tour in November 2025 - the landscape was so beautiful with the trees changing colors and misty mountains. The tour was packed full of stops at historic spots and quaint villages. There’s nothing I could say to do justice to the highlands or Isle of Skye, it’s something you’d need to experience for yourself! It was quite cold and rainy in the mornings & evenings, it being November, but we were prepared (water-proof coats/boots) and it was thoroughly enjoyable. In fact, I felt the weather lent an extra angsty-glory to the sights. Be prepared to do some walking if you want to see the Fairy Pools and…”
Guided 3-day Skye and Highlands loop from Edinburgh with 2 B&B nights, Glencoe and Loch Ness highlights, and stress-free driving.
“It is a great experience to see this magical place. We loved it . Our guide Robin gave a a lot of info on the historic and the beauty of the area.”
Small-group Isle of Skye day trip from Inverness with Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness stops, Portree lunch, and Trotternish scenery.
“It’s a long trip with plenty of stops . Great sites and very good driver. Busses could be upgraded to something more modern”
Inverness to Isle of Skye in one long day: Loch Ness, Eilean Donan, Portree lunch, Kilt Rock, Sligachan, and Eilean Ban.
“Our tour guide, Chris, was phenomenally entertaining and knowledgeable! It was an incredible experience driving to and through the Isle of Skye, Chris was full of trivia about the origin of the island and its mythology. And the scenery was gorgeous! He allowed for multiple stops to rest and take in the views. Would definitely recommend!!!”
A long but satisfying day trip from Inverness to Loch Ness, Isle of Skye, Fairy Pools, and Eilean Donan Castle with a guide and small group.
“A lot of stops to enjoy the scenery and local flavor. Our guide was knowledgeable and funny! Great time!”
3-day budget tour from Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye and the Highlands, with Loch Ness, castles, dorm nights, and guide-led stories.
“This tour was well worth the money! Our guide Jamie was extremely knowledgeable and absolutely entertaining. He had the whole group laughing and interested during the entire trip. Jamie made sure that we all got to know each other and that we saw as many highlights of Scotland as time permitted. I cannot begin to say how many wonderful places he took us too, but I fell in love with Scotland because of him. The trip was the highlight of my visit to Scotland, from the singing of the anthems, the getting to know each other events, Jamie's wild story telling, both true and far-fetched, the songs that went along…”
2-day Isle of Skye from Inverness with Portree overnight, Fairy Pools walk, Dunvegan and Eilean Donan castles, plus Loch Ness views.
“It was all it was described to be. Our tour guide Owen was superb. Answered any questions asked as well as offered his vast knowledge of the Isle.”
Outer Hebrides and Skye in 6 days from Edinburgh, with included B&B, ferries, and optional Jacobite steam train to Glenfinnan.
“Tour guide Sophie made this an amazing trip. Not only was she an amazing driver but she was knowledgable,kind and made the driving time so fun. Some on the tour stayed at actual B&B which i was expecting but the hotels did serve breakfast. All with friendly and accommodating staff.”
Small-group coach tour from Edinburgh to Skye and the Highlands, with 3 hotel nights, breakfasts, and classic stops like Glencoe and Neist Point.
“The scenery was amazing but what tied it all together was our guide and all her stories. She was the best we have ever had on tours around the world.”
Every kind of day out, from an hour under the Old Town to a week in the islands.
