Isle of Skye

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Isle of Skye Self-Drive Road Trip

From iconic landmarks to stunning natural attractions, the picturesque Isle of Skye off the west coast of Scotland promises a captivating journey through rugged landscapes, rich history, and cultural heritage.

Visiting the Isle of Skye promises a captivating journey through rugged landscapes, rich history, and cultural heritage. This picturesque island off the west coast of Scotland offers a diverse range of experiences for visitors to explore, from iconic landmarks to stunning natural attractions. Skye's beauty is boundless, providing an unforgettable immersion in Scotland's natural and cultural treasures.

Skye Maps and Road Trip Itinerary:

Get the most out of your holiday with this online road trip guide.

Skye Maps: A comprehensive guide including campsites, motorhome stops, viewpoints, and local attractions.

Skye Road Trip Itinerary: Two routes covering 204 miles with 25 destinations, providing an immersive experience of Skye's beauty and history.

Attractions and Activities:

Outdoor Adventures: Outdoor enthusiasts can indulge in scenic hikes, wildlife spotting, and beachcombing.

Historical Exploration: History buffs can uncover the island's past, exploring ancient ruins and discovering Gaelic heritage.

Key Attractions:

Neist Point: A dramatic headland on the western coast, offering breathtaking views and wildlife spotting opportunities.

The Quiraing: A must-see for its spectacular scenery and hiking trails.

Old Man of Storr: An iconic rock formation providing panoramic vistas and a glimpse into Skye's ancient history.

The Best Beaches: Although Skye is known for its rugged landscapes, its coastal spots offer wild beauty worth exploring.

Fairy Pools: Crystal-clear pools and waterfalls set amidst mountain scenery, providing a magical experience.

Dunvegan Castle: Scotland's oldest continuously inhabited castle, offering insights into Scottish history and culture.

Fairy Glen: A magical landscape of miniature hills and stone circles, perfect for enchanting exploration.

Charming Skye Towns and Villages: Explore picturesque harbours, historic town centres, and serene villages.

·      Local experiences and activities are also available to browse by bookable links.

·      Map pinpoints for Viewpoints, Places of interest, Hidden gems, Wild swim spots and On-screen spots

·      Map pinpoints for Campsites, Motorhome stops & almost wild spots, Hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses and lodges

 

Activity highlights

·      Access on 2 devices (12 mths) & make the best of your holiday with planner/maps

·      Maps, destinations, attractions, campsites, hotels etc, hidden gems, viewpoints

·      All in one place, with embedded links for the most up-to-date information

·      Saves hours of searching so you won't miss a thing, before and during your break

If you're looking for other road trip ideas in Scotland, take a look at our Scottish road trips.

The cost is £12.99 to access the online road trip itinerary for yourself and your group, for 12 months on UncoverBritain, to use when planning and on the road. You can choose and book accommodations, attractions and experiences interested in. If you're looking for a vehicle for the road trip, take a look here

From £12.99 per adult


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

January — December

Contact details

Uncover Britain

Kipling Road
Ledbury
Herefordshire
United Kingdom
HR8 2GU

Tour information

Starting

  • Kyle of Lochalsh
  • Kyleakin

Length

5 Days

Transport

  • Self drive

Languages

  • English

Tour prices


From £12.99 Per Adult

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Prices are subject to change depending on season

Tour Stops

Uncover Britain

Tour company information

Uncover Britain

Uncover Britain provides road trip itineraries for some of the best and most scenic Scottish road trips. The road trips in Scotland include the well-known and well-loved North Coast 500. However, road trippers can uncover their own Scotland with one of the other popular routes, such as the West Coast of Scotland, including the amazing Isle of Skye, the former 'Kingdom of Fife, with a visit to non-other than the home of Golf, and discover more about Edinburgh and the Romantic Borders.

Opening times

9.00 - 5.30 Monday to Friday

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