Excursion Northern skye scenic drive - photographic tour tour at Portree

Cruise line: Silversea
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Take a scenic photographic tour today and discover the fascinating history of the Isle of Skye and its geography and social history, in particular its crofting history (small-scale traditional agriculture). Depart the pier and head north for 45 minutes onto the Trotternish Peninsula.

Passing the curious rock outcrop known as the Old Man of Storr, journey north to Kilt Rock, a dramatic 200-foot high cliff marked in an almost tartan-like pattern by the rock strata, featuring a waterfall tumbling sheer to the pebbled shore below. Relax with some time here to absorb the scenery and take photographs.

Continuing your journey north, pass the crofting township of Staffin which overlooks the sandy Staffin Bay and drive around the northern tip of the island, hearing more of the myths and legends of Skye. On arrival at the settlement of Kilmuir your guide gives you a brief talk outside the thatched cottages.

Continue on to the graveyard that is home to Flora McDonald's (Bonnie Prince Charlie's fame) grave. When visitors stand on this windswept and beautiful spot they can look out over the Minch in the direction of the archipelago of the Western isles. It was from there that Flora and Bonnie Prince Charlie were brought over the sea to Skye on a stormy Saturday night at the end of June 1746. Continue through Uig and back to Portree.

Please note: While walking on this tour is mostly at each guest's discretion, there is 500 yards of walking at the Skye Museum with steps over the thresholds, making this tour is less suitable for guests with walking difficulties who want the full experience of this tour. Warm, comfortable clothing and flat shoes are recommended.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Trotternish Peninsula, Isle of Skye history and photography tour, Old Man of Storr, Staffin Bay, Kilmuir, grave of Flora McDonald

Note

Please note: While walking on this tour is mostly at each guest's discretion, there is 500 yards of walking at the Skye Museum with steps over the thresholds, making this tour is less suitable for guests with walking difficulties who want the full experience of this tour. Warm, comfortable clothing and flat shoes are recommended.