7 Amazing Stops on an Edinburgh to Isle of Skye Road Trip
- Calton Hill.
- Buachaille Etive Mor.
- Etive Beag, Scotland.
- Loch Atriochtan.
- Glen Shiel.
- Eilean Donan Castle.
- Old Man of Storr.
Where is the stop between Glasgow and Skye?
From Loch Lomond to Ben Nevis, we’ve gathered all of the most incredible stops along the way so that you can make the most of your time on the road.
- Glasgow. Glasgow University.
- Loch Lomond. Canoeing on Loch Lomond.
- Inveraray. Inveraray Castle.
- Rannoch Moor. Rannoch Moor.
- Fort William.
- Ben Nevis.
- Kyle of Lochalsh.
Where do you stop Inverness to Skye?
2-3 Day Inverness to Skye Road Trip
Stops include: Glen Moriston, Glen Shiel, Loch Duich Viewpoint, Eilean Donan Castle, Sligachan. Portree, Old Man of Storr, Fairy Pools, Dunvegan Castle and Gardens.
What is the scenic route to Skye?
The “northern” route takes drivers through Pitlochry, past Loch Ness, past Eilean Donan Castle, and across the Skye Bridge onto the Isle of Skye.
How long does it take to drive from one end of the Isle of Skye to the other?
The Island is 50 miles long and 25 miles wide.
Theoretically you can drive around the Isle of Skye in half a day without stopping (but what would be the point in that!)
Is Glencoe on the way to Skye?
A driving route to Skye from Edinburgh (or Glasgow) should include Glencoe and Glen Shiel on the way. Make a day of it – lots to see en route including Eilean Donan Castle.
Can you drive Isle of Skye in a day?
You can drive around the Isle of Skye in half a day without stopping. But because there’s so much to see, I recommend spending at least 2 full days. Plus you should schedule an additional half day to drive up from Fort William, and another half day to get back.
How many days should you stay on Skye?
A minimum of two days is ideal. On a map, the Isle of Skye may look small, but there is a lot to do here. Even if you only have a day to spare, you still have enough time to see the best of the island. Those with three days or more have enough time to cover the majority of the Isle of Skye.
What is the nearest town to the Isle of Skye?
Often called ‘the gateway to the Highlands’, Inverness is the nearest city to Skye and probably the easiest answer to how to get to Skye.
Is it worth stopping in Inverness?
For most people, visiting Inverness isn’t really about the town – it’s about the surroundings. Some of the incredible spots that can easily be visited from Inverness are: Loch Ness. Urquhart Castle.
What is the best month to visit Skye?
Best Time to Visit the Isle of Skye
The weather is the best between May and September. However, the summer months, in particular July and August, are peak season.
Can you see the Northern Lights from the Isle of Skye?
Isle of Skye
Skye is home to no less than nine Dark Sky Discovery Sites making it one of the best places in Scotland for stargazing, as well as hunting for the northern lights.
Where should I stop between Portree and Edinburgh?
The top stops along the way from Portree to Edinburgh (with short detours) are Urquhart Castle, Eilean Donan, and Culloden Battlefield. Other popular stops include Jacobite Steam Train Photopoint, Cairn Gorm, and Edradour Distillery.
Is Isle of Skye worth the trip?
The Isle of Skye, also known as Cloud Isles in Old Norse, is Scotland’s second-largest archipelago, but unquestionably it’s most stunning. It’s no surprise that the Isle of Skye is the country’s most popular tourist attraction after Edinburgh, with its rising mountains, cascading waterfalls, and flaming sunsets.
Is it hard to drive on the Isle of Skye?
Many of the roads on Skye are single track. These roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. They have special passing places. If you see a vehicle coming towards you, or the driver behind wants to overtake, pull into a passing place on your left, or wait opposite a passing place on your right.
How long is the walk from car park to Fairy Pools?
2.4km
Visitors can embark on the stunning 2.4km walk from the car park to the Fairy Pools via the gravel path bordered with grass, heather, peat and rocks up towards the largest waterfall, or walk further up the path and explore some of the smaller pools which lie ahead.
What is there to see between Fort William and Skye?
Features On Route:
- Fort William.
- Corpach.
- Glenfinnan Monument.
- Glenfinnan.
- Lochailort.
- Arisaig.
- Silver Sands.
- Morar.
Is it worth going to Glencoe?
Well, it’s an absolutely stunning valley in the Central Scottish Highlands. Just a couple of hours away from the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, it’s easy to visit the Glencoe in one day, but I’d recommend at least two days in Glencoe to fully appreciate its beauty.
Is Glencoe worth visiting?
Glen Coe is stunning and well worth the visit. There are beautiful views and lots of walks/hikes for those into hiking. Definitely recommend to those looking for moderate-difficult walks to do.
Do you need walking boots for Isle of Skye?
If you do not have riding boots, walking boots are perfect, and ‘wellies’ are also recommended. Trainers can also be worn. We tend to encourage people to bring waterproofs with them – we are on Skye of course!
How long is the ferry crossing to Skye?
45 minutes
You have two options – drive to Mallaig and go over the sea to Skye, or drive further north to Kyle of Lochalsh and cross to Skye via the bridge. The ferry from Mallaig to Skye takes up to 45 minutes and docks at Armadale.