CASTLES, SKYE & THE FAIRY POOLS

Your Castles, Skye & Fairy Pools tour departs from Inverness city centre. Check out our departure info page for more details on your pick-up location.

It’s a full-on Highland adventure! Around 12.5 hours* from start to finish. That might sound like a long day, but it flies by when you’re exploring epic spots like the Fairy Pools on Skye, stopping for castle photo ops, and soaking in the scenery on the drive.

*Tour duration might change based on traffic and weather.

No, the entrance to Dunvegan Castle is not part of the tour price. You can choose to add it on when you book if you want to explore inside the castle and gardens.

The Fairy Pools are a series of super clear, blue pools and waterfalls located beneath the Cuillin Mountains on Skye. Some say fairies live there... we say bring your camera just in case.

The Fairy Pools walk on the Isle of Skye is typically a 75-minute round trip. It ‘s got stream crossings and jaw-dropping scenery from start to finish.

The Fairy Pools do look pretty tempting for a dip, but we don’t recommend swimming on our tours. The water’s icy cold, the currents can be tricky, and as your guides, we can’t supervise or take responsibility if you go for a swim. It’s best to enjoy the pools from the path and keep your feet dry. There’s plenty to admire without getting wet!

While our coaches do not have onboard toilets, our itineraries are designed in such way that allows for frequent comfort stops, ensuring access to restroom facilities.

Our guides are unable to assist with wheelchairs or offer physical assistance when embarking or disembarking from the bus. Passengers should be able to board and disembark the coach themselves using the access stairs or with the assistance of a travelling companion. Wheelchairs should be foldable so that they can be stored away in our luggage storage onboard while driving.

Please be aware that some of the stops on our tours may be on rough terrain or be only accessible by steps. 

Hostels have limited access for wheelchair users, please contact us to find out about specific hostel's access.

Absolutely! Our routes integrate stops where you can grab a wee bite or replenish your energy with a drink*. Sometimes we stop at shops that offer local souvenirs, too. It’s always best to ask your Guide about the specifics regarding times and stops.

*Vegetarian snack and meal options are available in most places in the Highlands.

While our tours have a set plan with main stops, the beauty lies in the unique twists! Due to factors like weather, traffic, and preferences of our Driver Guides, we refrain from offering more details than the ones outlined here. Rest assured you’ll have an adventure beyond the expected.

If you need to cancel your tour, you will need to inform us in writing by sending an email to info@haggisadventures.com. Our cancellation and refunds policy varies based on the type of tour:

Standard 1-Day Tours

• Full refund if cancelled more than 24 hours prior to departure time.
• No refund if cancelled 24 hours or less prior to departure time.

1-Day Harry Potter & Hogwarts Express / 1-Day Magical Highlands & Hogwarts Express

• Full refund if cancelled more than 48 hours prior to departure time.
• If cancelled 48 hours or less prior to departure time.

 Standard Multi-Day Tours

• Non-refundable flexi-deposit (defined in 3.2 in Terms and Conditions) if cancelled more than 45 days before departure time.
• 75% refund if cancelled between 45 and 22 full days before departure time.
• No refund if cancelled 21 days or less prior to departure time.

 Special Festival & Event Tours
(defined in 3.5 in Terms and Conditions)

• Non-refundable flexi-deposit (defined in 3.2 in Terms and Conditions) if cancelled more than 45 days before departure time.
• 50% refund if cancelled between 45 and 22 full days before departure time.
• No refund if cancelled 21 days or less prior to departure time.

You can head over to our general Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us for assistance.