From Inverness: Isle of Skye Day Trip to Fairy Pools and Dunvegan Castle





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Take the hassle out of planning a Highland road trip with a full-day coach tour from Inverness, covering the Isle of Skye and key stops along the way.
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Travel with an expert guide who shares live commentary in English, with audio guides available in Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese, and French.
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Follow the trail to the Fairy Pools, crossing streams and stepping stones beneath the Cuillin Mountains as you explore the cascades and rock pools.
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Take photos at Eilean Donan Castle and Urquhart Castle, then enjoy time in Portree to browse local shops or grab a bite by the harbour.
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Choose the tour-only option for more free time in Dunvegan village, or add entry to Dunvegan Castle and its gardens.
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Full-day tour of the Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools
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Round-trip coach transfers from Inverness
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Expert guide
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Live commentary and storytelling in English
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Audio guide in Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese, and French
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Visits to Rogie Falls, Loch Carron, Broadford, the Fairy Pools, Portree, and Sligachan
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Photo stops at Eilean Donan Castle and Urquhart Castle
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Entry to Dunvegan Castle (as per option selected)
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Meals and snacks
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Admission fees (except where included)
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Accommodation
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Extra fees and personal expenses
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Travel insurance
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Special arrangements
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Services not included in the selected option
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Onboard toilets (coaches do not have onboard toilets; regular comfort stops are included in the itinerary)
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Wild swimming at the Fairy Pools (not promoted as part of the tour)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 22 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
What to bring
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Clothing: Wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes for the Fairy Pools and other uneven paths.
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Layers: Bring a few warm layers as the weather on Skye can change quickly.
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Rain protection: Pack a waterproof jacket, raincoat, or poncho in case of sudden showers.
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Water: Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day.
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ID: Bring a valid ID and a student card if you are eligible for any student benefits.
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Insurance: Carry details of your travel insurance for added peace of mind.
What’s not allowed
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Swimming: Wild swimming at the Fairy Pools is not included, promoted, or supervised on this tour.
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Intoxication: Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service on the tour.
Accessibility
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Wheelchairs: This activity is not wheelchair-accessible, and coaches can only store foldable wheelchairs in luggage storage.
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Assistance: Guides cannot provide physical assistance, so guests must board and disembark the coach independently or with a companion.
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Fairy Pools walk: The walk to the Fairy Pools is not suitable for guests with limited mobility due to uneven terrain.
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Terrain: Some tour stops involve rough ground or steps, which may be challenging for guests with impaired mobility.
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Health: This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility or for pregnant women.
Additional information
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Check-in: Check-in closes at 7:15 am, so you should arrive before this time.
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Departure: The tour departs at 7:30 am, and the bus cannot be held for late arrivals.
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Return time: The tour is scheduled to return at 8 pm, but this can vary with road and weather conditions.
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Departure point & parking: Board your coach at 15 Union Street, Inverness, IV1 1PP, opposite the Victorian Market entrance. Look for a blue or yellow coach bus.
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Onward travel: Allow at least 3 hours after the scheduled return before booking onward connections or activities.
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Difficulty: The overall walking difficulty is rated easy to medium, with some uneven sections.
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Toilets: Coaches do not have onboard toilets, but the itinerary includes regular comfort stops for restroom breaks.
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Audio guide: Download the foreign-language audio guide over Wi-Fi before the tour and bring your own headphones.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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