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Isle Of Skye Self Guided Driving Tour: Landscapes, Historical Landmarks and Fairytales
3.6
22 Ratings
Portree
Embark on a self-guided driving tour of the Isle of Skye, exploring breathtaking landscapes, historical landmarks, and enchanting fairytales. Discover serene lakes, towering rock formations, rugged coastlines, surreal landscapes, and mythical glens. Immerse yourself in the island’s rich history and natural beauty.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bride’s Veil Falls - Catch a glimpse of Brides Veil Waterfall, a picturesque roadside gem and photographer’s haven. Easily accessible, it’s a must-see on the way to the Old Man of Storr. After rain, the cascading waters are a sight to behold. Approach carefully for a closer view.
What's Included
- Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
- Over 30+ narration points of popular locations in Isle of Skye
- Access to Isle of Skye Driving Tour from Portree on ‘Trippy Tour Guide’ App
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Snacks
- Parking fees
Additional Information
Begin your journey at Loch Fada Lake, a peaceful body of water that echoes the calmness of Skye.
Further on, the majestic Old Man of Storr dominates the landscape, symbolizing the geological history of the island and providing a notable centerpiece for visitors and trekkers.
Next, the vast panoramas at Rigg Viewpoint offers a unique perspective, highlighting Skye’s jagged shoreline.
Proceed deeper, the exceptional scenery of the Quiraing will enchant you. This geological wonder presents an unparalleled hiking experience, offering vistas that seem almost from a different planet.
No visit to Skye can be deemed complete without a detour to the enigmatic Fairy Glen, a location where the island’s folklore and sagas are palpable.
To conclude your voyage, lose yourself in the stories of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the historical ruins of Caisteal Ùisdein, weaving together the island’s rich blend of nature and chronicles.
- Activate your tour using a unique code on our Trippy Tour Guide App.
- Experience seamless audio tales, linked to your location via GPS, that play as you travel.
- Navigate confidently with our fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data.
- Receive detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots.
- Discover must-see locations along with top recommendations for activities and dining.
Location
The Green Car Park
Please meet at the Green Car Park, Portree, its next to VisitScotland Portree iCentre
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.6
(22 Ratings)
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12davideh
Jul 8, 2024
History comes alive through your car speakers - Excellent narration brought Skye's past to life as we drove. The app's audio quality remained crisp throughout, and the balance between commentary and quiet drive time was perfect. It sparked fascinating conversations between us and deepened our appreciation of the island.
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K4521iojanetm
Jul 7, 2024
Accessible touring for all abilities - The app provided great info on accessibility at each stop, including terrain difficulty. This helped our group plan our stops effectively, considering one friend's mobility issues. It made our trip inclusive and enjoyable for everyone.
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Caroljn2024
Jul 4, 2024
Tech meets tradition in this brilliant tour app - Seamlessly blends modern technology with the landscapes. It gave us a unique perspective on Skye's rich history. Perfect for couples who love both technology and nature.
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Jamessm1638ca
Jul 1, 2024
Entertaining and educational journey - The mix of historical facts, local legends, and practical info kept me engaged throughout my solo adventure. I especially appreciated the depth of information available - I could dive deeper into topics that interested me with additional audio clips got info at each stop.
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Annahe5687aa
Jun 26, 2024
Tech-savvy touring at its finest - As a solo traveler, this app was my perfect companion. User-friendly interface made navigation a breeze. Loved how the GPS-triggered audio started automatically as I approached points of interest. The app's battery usage was surprisingly efficient too. It felt like having a knowledgeable local friend guiding me around the island.
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Caroline_i
Jul 22, 2024
Very nice and interesting self-guided tour! - Very interesting self guided driving tour! Lots of history and facts about the Isle of Slye. Easy to use and follow.
Bit of a shame is that the phone app didn‘t connect with the car navigation system, but we just followed the phone, so no problem.
A few turns were announced a bit late, which caused some uncontrolled driving
Be aware that there are a few hour long hikes in this itinerary, we started at 10.00, that‘s too late so we skipped the Quaraing and just did the 10 min walk at the Fairy Glen.
If you want to do the Fairy Pools, this is in another self-guided tour from Trippy, not in this one
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Lori_p
Aug 12, 2024
Don’t recommend - Clunky interface. Not flexible. Didn’t work as download- had to have cell signal. We read some history of places and that’s about all we used it for. SO MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO IMPROVE THIS! Can’t even believe you charge for it. Don’t recommend
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Lpom
Jul 21, 2024
Disappointed - Dissatisfied. Very clunky interface that’s not intuitive at all and hard to move around. Doesn’t move with you. Still looks for a gps signal even though I downloaded in advance. Also - only one part of Skye- misses many great sites. Don’t recommend
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D3718hwdank
Aug 3, 2024
Very disappointing - I'm reluctant to give a poor rating but I feel I owe candor to my fellow travellers.
Clunky unless you start at the beginning and follow in the prescribed loop. Disliked the narrator's voice and, in any case, a Scottish accent would have been better. Most disappointing was the vapid content. And the gratuitous safety warnings were irritating.
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859rebeccas
Jul 6, 2024
Expensive driving directions. - The audio tour is mostly driving directions and safety tips. There is very little information about the history and culture. That might be fine for some people but I was expecting more given the price. Also, the audio came late so we had just passed a turn when it played. It is scary to turn around on the Scottish roads so we just kept going, missing a few of the sights.
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