An amazing day on the original Skye tour !
Our Skye Minibus Tour is packed with stories, legends and laughter that will bring Skye's remarkable history to life.
Discover a story that was three billion years in the making. Learn about the huge natural forces that shaped Skye's incredible landscape. We will also talk about recent discoveries that lay hidden for millions of years. These discoveries have began to unravel the mystery of Jurassic Skye, when the dinosaurs left their mark.
You will also learn about the humans who made their mark. First there were nomadic tribes, followed by farmers and then Viking settlement. Next, warrior clan chieftains ruled the roost for centuries. Then our story turns to highland landowners that instigated a brutal clearance of women, men and children from Skye, many were dispatched to the new world.
Skye's wildlife, ecology and conservation are close to our hearts. We talk about the changing landscape, deforestation and traditional crofting. Finally we discuss Skye today and the revival of the Gaelic language on Skye.
We hope our skye tour is the perfect mix of time on the bus, short photo stops and longer stops which allow you time to explore on your own. Our commentary is a blend of information, facts and entertaining tales.
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Highlights
Trip Advisor Review, Peregrinus5
This day trip was the highlight of my trip to Skye.Went to the Fairy Pools,which was a good hike,there and back.Neist Point and the lighthouse was also a good hike.The Quiraing,Kilt Rock and The Old Man of Storr were excellent photo stops.Take this trip,you won't regret it. 
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Departure from: Somerled Square, Portree, Isle of Skye 09:30 Returns around 18.00 to 19.00 SkyeBus is not recommended for cruise ship visitors March 2022 to October 2022.
Price: £60
Students & children 5 to 12 years: £50 Minimum age on all scheduled tours is 6 years 1 Day Winter Tour. |
Our Skye tour visits:
We get back to Portree early evening. This is usually around 18.00 - 19.00. Please check with us if you have onward travel plans directly after tour. Please note that this could be the best day out in your entire life !
What to expect:
There is some unguided trail walking on this tour. Due to current restrictions it is not possible to 'sit out' the walk on the bus. Dress for changeable weather. Please bring suitable footwear for rough and sometimes muddy ground. Waterproofs, what ever the season. Please do not bring a packed lunch as it is unfortunately no longer possible to eat lunch or drink hot drinks on the bus. We stop at trusted cafes and shops where you can buy lunch. Credit/Debit cards only.
Covid-19 Mitigation
We always operate safely under guidance from the Scottish Government.
Important Note:
Very occasionally it may not be possible for you to walk to Fairy Pools. Heavy rainfall can make the path impossible. If we have to alter the itinerary we always try to offer an alternative.
- The Fairy Glen: This is a magical miniature landscape with a fascinating geological story. There is a long tradition of story telling in Highland Scotland. This is the perfect setting for a fairy tale. Take some time to let your imagination wander.
- Kilt Rock: Kilt Rock is the best known and most photographed sea cliff on Skye. It is just off the main road in north east Trotternish, between the Storr and the Quiraing. Using a wee bit of imagination, it looks a like a kilt. Vertical columns of basalt form the pleats of this giant highland kilt and dolerite intrusions form the pattern. From the view point you can also see Mealt Falls tumbling 55m in to the sound of Raasay below. The wonderful Black Sheep Snackie lives there in summer months serving tea and coffee. A short, fun photo-stop to see these wonderful basalt cliffs... that really do look like a highland kilt from every angle.
- Fairy Pools: Walk on your own to clear blue pools ... maybe dip your toes with spectacular views of Cuillin mountains.
- Quiraing: Drive over the pass that defines northern Skye ... step off the bus for a moment and be amazed !
- Neist Point: Neist point is the most Westerly point on the Isle of Skye. The single track road to Neist Point winds around Loch Dunvegan then over the hills to Glendale. As we approach Neist Point there are stunning views over Moonen Bay to Waterstein Head and on a clear day across the Minch to the Western Isles. It is a great place to see whales, dolphins, porpoises and basking shark. There are thousands of seabirds including, gannets, black guillemots, razorbills and shags. There are several different walks that will allow you to explore Neist Point on your own. You can follow the keepers’ path down some steep steps to the old lighthouse, which was built in 1909. It is still operational, helping vessels, big and small to navigate these treacherous waters. The light from the tower is visible for 24 miles. The lighthouse tower is owned and maintained by the northern light house board. The cottages around the tower are in private ownership and although they may seem derelict please do not be enter.
There is a small gift shop at the car park that serves tea and coffee. There are no toilets at Neist Point. - Old Man of Storr: Photo stop from roadside of this rocky pinnacle on Trotternish Ridge
- Cuillin Mountains: Photos of the most impressive, inspirational and simply ... the most spectacular mountain range in Scotland!
We get back to Portree early evening. This is usually around 18.00 - 19.00. Please check with us if you have onward travel plans directly after tour. Please note that this could be the best day out in your entire life !
What to expect:
There is some unguided trail walking on this tour. Due to current restrictions it is not possible to 'sit out' the walk on the bus. Dress for changeable weather. Please bring suitable footwear for rough and sometimes muddy ground. Waterproofs, what ever the season. Please do not bring a packed lunch as it is unfortunately no longer possible to eat lunch or drink hot drinks on the bus. We stop at trusted cafes and shops where you can buy lunch. Credit/Debit cards only.
Covid-19 Mitigation
We always operate safely under guidance from the Scottish Government.
Important Note:
Very occasionally it may not be possible for you to walk to Fairy Pools. Heavy rainfall can make the path impossible. If we have to alter the itinerary we always try to offer an alternative.
