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Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools Day Tour
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35 Ratings
Portree
Discover the magic of Isle of Skye with a local guide. Explore Fairy Pools, Eilean Donan Castle, and more. Book your unforgettable day tour now.
Discover the magic of Isle of Skye with a local guide. Explore Fairy Pools, Eilean Donan Castle, and more. Book your unforgettable day tour now.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Fairy Pools - Our journey begins at the renowned Fairy Pools. We plan to arrive early to ensure a more pleasant experience before the crowds gather. These pristine rock pools are interconnected by a series of waterfalls, originating from the nearby Black Cuillin Mountains. We will spend approximately 90 minutes exploring the fairy pools. The…
- Fairy Pools - Our journey begins at the renowned Fairy Pools. We plan to arrive early to ensure a more pleasant experience before the crowds gather. These pristine rock pools are interconnected by a series of waterfalls, originating from the nearby Black Cuillin Mountains. We will spend approximately 90 minutes exploring the fairy pools. The initial walk is uphill and moderately challenging, making it unsuitable for those with mobility issues. It takes about 15-20 minutes to reach the first pool from the car park, with more pools further along the path.
If the fairy pool walk isn’t suitable for you, our driver will take you to an alternative nearby location!
- Sligachan Old Bridge - Our next destination on the Isle of Skye is an area rich in folklore and natural beauty. You can wash your face in the enchanted waters at Sligachan Bridge or simply admire the majestic Cuillin Mountain Ridge in the background. We’ll also guide you to the best spots for capturing stunning photos. (That’s if the misty isle doesn’t live up to its name and obscure the mountains!)
- Isle of Skye - Our next stop is Portree, where we will pause for lunch. We aim to reach Portree around 12pm to enjoy lunch before the crowds arrive! Our guide will offer recommendations for dining options.
- Isle of Skye - It’s Highland Coo time! We will get up close to some charming Highland Cows and their calves, a favorite stop for our visitors!
- Lealt Falls - Lealt Falls is a breathtaking stop that often surprises our guests. This dramatic waterfall cascades from the hills into a deep gorge below, set against rugged cliffs and sweeping coastal views. A short walk from the car park leads to viewing platforms where you can appreciate the raw beauty of the falls and, on a clear day, glimpse the sea beyond.
- Kilt Rock - Kilt Rock
As we travel up the east coast of Skye, we will stop at the awe-inspiring Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls. The magnificent 90-meter cliff resembles a traditional pleated kilt and features a spectacular waterfall fed by the nearby Mealt Loch. It truly is a sight to behold!
- An Corran Beach - We will then visit An Corran Beach to search for dinosaur footprints together! Please note we will time this stop with the tide to maximize our chances of seeing the footprints!
- Quiraing - Our next visit is to the spectacular Quiraing. You will have time to walk a short distance on the path to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscape. The Quiraing is the result of a series of landslips over the last 15,000 years, including the largest mass movement slide in Britain, covering more than three square miles and still active. Our guide will provide background on this magical place and then give you time to experience it yourself.
- The Old Man of Storr - After lunch, we will visit one of Skye’s most iconic landmarks - The Old Man of Storr. The “Old Man” is a large pinnacle of rock visible from miles around. We will stop at a great viewpoint and learn about some of the folklore surrounding this impressive rock formation.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Snacks
What's Not Included
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
Additional Information
Discover the enchantment of the Isle of Skye in just one day with a small group, accompanied by a local guide and a dedicated driver! Our expert guide will focus on providing you with personalized attention, offering an experience that driver-guides simply can’t match. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure! Departing from Portree, this tour is the most…
Discover the enchantment of the Isle of Skye in just one day with a small group, accompanied by a local guide and a dedicated driver! Our expert guide will focus on providing you with personalized attention, offering an experience that driver-guides simply can’t match. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure! Departing from Portree, this tour is the most convenient way to explore Skye’s top attractions during your visit.
Skye is truly a beloved destination. With its enchanting pools, stunning mountains, unparalleled landscapes, and rich folklore, Skye offers an extraordinary experience. We are eager to share its wonders with you!
Our Isle of Skye tour aims to showcase the finest of Skye and Lochalsh, including An Corran Beach, the Old Man of Storr, The Quiraing, and the renowned Fairy Pools!
This comprehensive day tour highlights the very best of the Isle of Skye, featuring Scottish history, awe-inspiring scenery, breathtaking water features, and hidden gem locations.
- Suitable for children over 6 years old only
Location
Coach / Car Park
Look out for the blue Tartan Trailblazers minibus in one of the parking spaces
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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641jillc
Oct 27, 2025
Isle of Skye tour leaving from Portree - We recently went on The Tartan Trailblazer tour of Isle of Skye. Our guide Finella was phenomenal! She was friendly, professional and extremely knowledgeable. You could easily tell how passionate she was for her love of Skye and Scotland! Unfortunately, it was rainy that day, and much of the scenery was under cloud cover-but we, and she made the best of the day. We loved all the stories, music and local history of this magical island-It was truly a wonderful experience and would highly recommend this tour!
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Carrieds1359wh
Oct 14, 2025
Fantastic tour on Skye - We had an amazing day out with Fin!
She was knowledgeable, personable and charming.
She shared local music, stories , history and snacks with us.
them!
She pivoted our itinerary for the weather .
It was a rainy day and windy but she made it an enjoyable adventure.
The communication leading up to the tour and follow up afterward was great. They accommodated our family size with a smaller tour option.
A woman owned company that grew organically out of Covid hiking is making lemonade out of lemons.
Cheers to these ladies!
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Marthamh9939jg
Oct 6, 2025
Great day seeing Skye highlights! - I booked this tour on a whim, last minute, and I'm so happy it worked out! Michelle and Fin were so lovely to be around. They were engaging, and funny, and really created a special day on Skye! The tour was thoughtfully put together, right down to the snacks, and music. I loved the history, and stories behind the songs they played while driving. I was able to see some places that would have been challenging to get to without a car. The day also had a nice pace to it, with time to enjoy the fairy pools, and other stops. It didn't feel like you were being rushed from place to place. We even had time for a couple of extra stops along the way! If you only have a couple of days on Skye this is great tour to get a sense of the beauty of Skye, if you have more time, it's a great trip to introduce you to areas to you may want to go back to visit. Michelle and Fin even recommended some hikes around the island too. I'd definitely book with them again! Thank you Michelle, and Fin
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N8963oqtanyas
Oct 1, 2025
Magical Tour, Fantastic Tour Company. - Fantastic tour, great guide. The trip was perfect for our group of mature adults. The schedule was wonderful and carefully arranged. Communication was excellent. The guide cared about our interests and really made the visit and tour spectacular. Great stories, great love of the countryside.
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Chx424
Sep 26, 2025
Best tour in Scotland - Fin and Michelle are hands down best driver and guild for any day tours. Unlike big company whose drivers act as the guild driving in narrow and winding roads, they each focus on their job which entertained and took care of us and made us feel safe on the road.
My husband loved the music Fin introduced on the way from a to b. We both enjoyed the Scotland snacks.
They went out of their way to drop off 5 people in order to save them an half hour bus trip from Porter to their airbnb house. When they learned we are having trouble to book a restaurant for dinner, Fin called her brother and his girlfriend to book us a dinner reservation in Portree. They went far and beyond to help all of us. We truly appreciate them!
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Gabrielemj3895oa
Sep 25, 2025
The best way to visit Skye - Both the guide were extremely prepared and welcoming, willing and ready to answer any question and to give advices when needed. We really enjoyed the experience and we want to repeat it when we can.
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Z1343bepaolac
Sep 25, 2025
Wonderful day in Skye - A wonderful experience. The guide was very friendly, kind, and knowledgeable, and the driver was excellent. They showed us many of Skye's most beautiful spots, letting us discover the island's natural wonders, providing detailed information about each location, and including some traditional Scottish songs along the longer stretches of the trip. I'm completely satisfied; it was a wonderful day, and thanks to them, we were able to truly appreciate everything.
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Elaine
Sep 23, 2025
Amazing Personal Tour - Excellent personal tour from Inverness to Isle of Skye ! What a great personality Finella has - she was so enthusiastic to show us around her home country. Along the way, she was very informative about the history and highlights of the Jacobites and the Scottish as well as entertaining us with many folktales- including Nessie! She even played some traditional Scottish music as we were driving over the bridge to Isle of Skye. We stopped for photos of the beautiful Eilean Donan Castle and had an opportunity to feed the Harry coos. She waited for us as we hiked the Fairy Pools - breathtaking scenery! Finella provided us with their local Irn Brew and some delicious Scottish tea cakes to take home with us. Would highly recommend Tartan Trailblazer Tours!
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Yatesemm
Sep 15, 2025
Michelle & Fin Don’t Just Show You Scotland — They Share It - It took me so long to write this review because I had so much (too much!) to say that it took two weeks just to condense it into something you (the next lucky adventurer) would actually read. I hope you’ll stick around long enough for me to convince you why you must book this tour. Before we begin, I am not sponsored — just smitten.
If Michelle and Fin ever start a fan club, sign me up as President. These two aren’t just guides — they’re storytellers, DJs, snack dealers, language teachers, and comedians that rival professionals, all rolled into one unstoppable Highland dream team.
What makes them special? Well, a lot of things — but in terms of guides, they’ve cracked the code. They actually split the jobs. Michelle drives like a guardian angel on winding Highland roads, while Fin fills the air with stories, history, and jokes. It feels safer, smoother, and infinitely more fun than the big-name tours where the poor driver has to do it all. With these two, you’re free to relax, laugh, and soak up every moment and every picturesque landscape.
And then come the extras: snacks appearing like gifts from the gods, music that turned our little bus into a rolling ceilidh, and a crash course in Scottish slang that had us practicing like eager school kids. (Yes, I’ll be calling my kids “wee bairns” until they stage a mutiny.)
Even more impressive? Michelle and Fin took our family’s list of over 15 “must-sees” and curated a personal itinerary that fit our group of five perfectly. They factored in our physical capabilities, kept the pace just right, and still managed to cross nearly every item off our bucket list within reason. They knew exactly where to go for the best views while steering us clear of the tourist traps and crowded stops — giving us those “wow” moments without the chaos. This is also one of the few tours that will start from either Skye or Inverness — a rare option that gave us so much more bang for our buck, sparing us the 4+ hours of wasted drive time most companies require (and charge you for).
And because they’re such great craic, they even cheered us on while we swam in the freezing-cold Fairy Pools. They thought of everything — even arranging the timing so we could change into swimsuits and wisely scheduling it for the end of the day. Thoughtful doesn’t even begin to cover it.
Michelle and Fin don’t just show you Scotland — they share Scotland and their heart and soul. You leave with new words in your speech, new songs in your head, and new friends in your heart. By the end of the day, we weren’t just tourists — we were honorary Highlanders (at least in our own heads).
This isn’t Rabbie’s. It isn’t corporate. It’s two remarkable women who love Scotland so much they can’t help but share it with you. Women-owned, local, and absolutely unforgettable. If you’re lucky enough to snag a spot with Michelle and Fin, don’t hesitate. This is Scotland at its most personal and its most magical.
10/10 — highly recommend.
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Peter
Sep 12, 2025
Fun day trip - Fantastically varied day trip. Nice tour guides and well cared for. Much seen and pleasant to travel in a small group and comfortable bus.
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