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Day Trips from Inverness

Our pick: Isle of Skye Private Day Trip from Inverness: Castles & Loch Ness — £ 114 (9h, 4.84★ · 1,074). Best value: Torridon, Applecross & Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Trip — £ 57 (11h, 4.93★ · 81).

4.8 7 experiences from £ 57 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Torridon, Applecross & Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day TripBest value£ 57 p.p.
£ 57
11h4.93★ · 81free—
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig & Loch Ness Day Trip£ 60 p.p.
£ 60
12h4.76★ · 151free—
Loch Ness, Culloden & Cawdor Castle Day Trip from InvernessTop rated£ 520 per group
£ 95 (8 share)
7h–8h4.96★ · 178free+£ 26 on site
Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Fairy Pools & Eilean Donan£ 99 p.p.
£ 99
12h4.44★ · 188non-refundable—
Isle of Skye Private Day Trip from Inverness: Castles & Loch NessOur pick£ 780 per group
£ 114 (8 share)
9h4.84★ · 1,074free—
Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Flexible Private Tour£ 950 per group
£ 163 (6 share)
10h 45m4.96★ · 94free+£ 13 on site
Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Eilean Donan & Storr Hike£ 547 p.p.
£ 547
12h5.00★ · 98free—

Real price per person across the 7 options: £ 57–£ 547 (median £ 99). With an extra fee to pay on site: 2 of 7. With 100+ reviews: 4 of 7.

Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.

Private experiences (3)

Isle of Skye Private Day Trip from Inverness: Castles & Loch Ness
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Isle of Skye Private Day Trip from Inverness: Castles & Loch Ness★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (1,074)9hYou’ll travel from Inverness through misty lochs and castle ruins, with a kilted guide sharing stories along winding Highland roads. Expect laughter at Loch Ness, lunch in Portree’s colorful harbor, and windswept views near the Old Man of Storr. By evening, you’ll carry home more than photos — maybe even a bit of Skye’s weather in your bones.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per group£ 780View ›
Loch Ness, Culloden & Cawdor Castle Day Trip from Inverness
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Loch Ness, Culloden & Cawdor Castle Day Trip from Inverness★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (178)7h–8hYou’ll travel from Inverness with a local guide through misty Loch Ness views and castle ruins at Urquhart, taste whisky at Glen Ord Distillery, feel history at Culloden Battlefield, and wander ancient stones at Clava Cairns before exploring Cawdor Castle’s gardens. Expect stories, laughter, quiet moments—and maybe something you didn’t expect will stay with you after.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per group£ 520View ›
Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Flexible Private Tour
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Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Flexible Private Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (94)10h 45mYou’ll travel from Inverness to the Isle of Skye with a local guide who knows every bend in the road. Expect photo stops at Eilean Donan Castle, time to wander Portree’s harbor, dramatic views at Old Man of Storr and Quiraing, plus room to adjust your route along the way. It’s more than just scenery — you’ll feel part of something wild and old here.Free cancellationLikely to sell outfrom · per group£ 950View ›

Half day and longer (4)

Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Fairy Pools & Eilean Donan
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Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Fairy Pools & Eilean Donan★★★★★★★★★★ 4.44 (188)12hYou’ll feel Scotland under your skin on this day trip from Inverness: swimming (if you dare) in the Fairy Pools’ icy waters, tasting smoky whisky at Talisker Distillery, wandering Portree’s colorful harbor streets, and standing silent by Eilean Donan Castle as stories echo around you.Instant confirmationTravelers' pickKids −100%from£ 99View ›
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig & Loch Ness Day Trip
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Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig & Loch Ness Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.76 (151)12hYou’ll trace misty Loch Ness from Inverness, stand beneath Glenfinnan Viaduct as the steam train passes overhead, eat fresh seafood in Mallaig’s salty air, and pause on Dores Beach watching for monsters—or just soaking up silence between Highland hills.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-8%from£ 60View ›
Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Eilean Donan & Storr Hike
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Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness: Eilean Donan & Storr Hike★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (98)12hYou’ll travel from Inverness through Glenshiel’s misty pass to Eilean Donan Castle before crossing onto Skye for lunch in Portree and a guided hike at Old Man of Storr or Quiraing. Expect Highland tales, local flavors, and moments that stick with you—like wind-whipped silence above the sea or laughter over muddy boots.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom£ 547View ›
Torridon, Applecross & Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Trip
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Torridon, Applecross & Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (81)11hYou’ll wind through wild Highland scenery from Inverness to Torridon and Applecross, with stops for local seafood and stories along twisting roads. Visit Eilean Donan Castle or enjoy its view with tea in hand. This small-group tour includes pickup, a friendly guide, and plenty of moments that linger long after you return.Free cancellationfrom£ 57View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 6 of the 7 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Isle of Skye Private Day Trip from Inverness: Castles & Loch Ness is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.84 out of 5 across 1,074 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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