Isle of Skye

Isle of Skye

The Isle of Skye is an iconic Scottish island known for its dramatic scenery. Visitors are drawn to the jagged Cuillin peaks, the Old Man of Storr, and the Quiraing. Other highlights include the fairy-tale charm of Dunvegan Castle, serene sea lochs, and the pretty streets of Portree.

Coach tours
1
From
£469
Next departure
19 Apr 2027
Duration
5 days
Operator
Shearings

Escape to the Isle of Skye on a coach holiday where we handle all the travel arrangements, including your crossing. As Scotland's most iconic island, Skye is a place of legend, dramatic mountains, and serene sea lochs. From the jagged Cuillin peaks to the otherworldly pinnacles of the Old Man of Storr and the Quiraing, the scenery here is simply breathtaking.

You'll wind along scenic roads, explore the fairy-tale charm of Dunvegan Castle, and wander through the pretty streets of Portree. It’s a corner of Britain that stays with you long after you've returned home. Take a look at our coach holidays to the Isle of Skye and treat yourself to a truly unforgettable getaway.

1 tour visiting Isle of Skye

  1. Fort Augustus

    Magical Skye and the Scottish Highlands

    Operated by Shearings

    Visiting › Strathpeffer, Fort Augustus, Inverness, Isle of Skye, Ross and Cromarty +1 more

    • Day 3 · Isle of Skye Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Viewpoint After an early start, we travel from east to west, journeying through the spectacular scenery of the Scottish Highlands along part of the North Coast 500 route to reach the magical Isle of Skye. This is the second…
    • Day 4 · Isle of Skye Day at leisure or Ullapool Enjoy a day to relax in the leafy Victorian spa town of Strathpeffer, where you can still drink water to treat all manner of ailments to this day. If you want to learn more about growing up in the Highlands, head to the…
    • 5 days
    • Leaves 19 Apr 2027
    • 12 dates

    from £469

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When to go

Coach tours visiting Isle of Skye, by departure month.

  1. Sept No tours
  2. Oct No tours
  3. Nov No tours
  4. Dec No tours
  5. Jan No tours
  6. Feb No tours
  7. Mar No tours
  8. Apr 1 tour from £469
  9. May 1 tour from £569
  10. Jun 1 tour from £599
  11. Jul 1 tour from £619
  12. Aug 1 tour from £619

Places of Interest

Dunvegan Castle

Dunvegan Castle

Dunvegan Castle is an ancestral home on the northwest coast of the Isle of Skye. Visitors can explore family treasures, including the legendary Fairy Flag, and wander through stunning gardens. The castle is perched above a sea loch, where boat trips offer the chance to spot a local seal colony.

Perched on a rocky cliff above the sea loch of the same name, Dunvegan Castle sits on the northwest coast of the Isle of Skye. It's the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland, serving as the ancestral home of the MacLeod clan chiefs for roughly 800 years. Built over an old Norse fortress and expanded over the centuries, its walls and towers reflect a long history of Highland clan life.

Inside, guests can explore family treasures and portraits, including the legendary Fairy Flag, a silk banner believed to protect the clan during times of crisis. The castle is wrapped in stunning gardens, where woodland paths and manicured borders stand out against the rugged landscape. For an extra touch of charm, boat trips on the loch offer a chance to spot the local seal colony.

Isle of Skye coach holidays: FAQs

How much does a coach holiday to Isle of Skye cost?

Coach holidays visiting Isle of Skye start from £469 per person. That's the lowest price across the 1 coach tour with upcoming departures; each tour's own dates and prices are listed above.

How long are coach holidays to Isle of Skye?

The coach holidays visiting Isle of Skye last 5 days, travel days included.

When do coach tours to Isle of Skye depart?

Upcoming departures run from April 2027 to September 2028.

Which coach holiday companies go to Isle of Skye?

Tours visiting Isle of Skye are run by Shearings. You book directly with the operator.

Coach tours nearby

Mallaig

Mallaig

Mallaig is a charming fishing port on Scotland's west coast. Visitors come for the bustling harbour, fresh seafood and kippers, and the stunning scenery made famous by the Glenfinnan Viaduct and Jacobite steam train. It serves as a gateway to the Small Isles and the Isle of Skye via ferry.
Tobermory

Tobermory

Tobermory is the capital of the Isle of Mull in Scotland. This picturesque port is famous for its harbour lined with brightly coloured houses. Visitors can stroll the waterfront, browse galleries and shops, or visit the local distillery. For those seeking adventure, boat trips offer the chance to spot eagles, dolphins and whales in the surrounding waters.
Ullapool

Ullapool

Ullapool is a whitewashed village on the shores of Loch Broom in the north-west Highlands. This tidy fishing port serves as a gateway to the Outer Hebrides. Visitors can enjoy fresh seafood, browse local arts and crafts by the harbour, and explore the scenery of Wester Ross, including the peaks, lochs and Corrieshalloch Gorge.
Fort William

Fort William

Fort William is the outdoor capital of the Scottish Highlands, sitting beneath Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. Ride the Jacobite steam train over the Glenfinnan Viaduct of Harry Potter fame, cruise Loch Linnhe, and explore Glen Nevis and the wild grandeur of Glencoe nearby. Surrounded by mountains, lochs and legend, Fort William is a spectacular base for a scenic Highland coach tour.

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