Across the Isle of Skye Map and Itinerary

Across the Isle of Skye is an inspiring  walking holiday on the Isle of Skye that immerses you in the very best of Skye’s wild landscape and history.

Grade

This route is graded moderate to strenuous as it passes through remote country and some of the ground is rough. Although some of the route is on good paths and minor roads much of the route is on rough ground which can be wet underfoot and completely trackless in places.

Navigation

This route is not waymarked and much of it does not follow a path so you will need to be a competent navigator with map and compass.

Day 1: Arrive Starting Point: Armadale

The best way to arrive on the isle of Skye is by ferry from Mallaig and then the island will slowly reveal her secrets to you.

Overnight: Ardvasar
There are a few lovely places to stay in the village of Ardvasar which is about 1km from the ferry port.

Day 2: Armadale to Ord—12 Miles

You quickly leave the houses of Ardvasar behind as you climb the green slopes of Sleat to the seemingly deserted west coast of Sleat which you follow to the picturesque crafting township of Tarskavaig which is famed for it’s spectacular views of the Cuillins. A quiet minor road through mixed woodlands brings you to Ord where you will be collected and transferred to Broadford.

Overnight: Broadford B&B/Guesthouse
Broadford is a  bustling little town which offers lovely views across Broadford Bay to the Applecross Peninsula. We use a number of excellent B&B’s and small guesthouses which offer a warm highland welcome and hearty breakfast to send you on your way.

Day 3: Broadford to Torrin—12 Miles

Your journey today over the moorland to the deserted villages of Suisnish and Boreraig is a sobering insight into the harsh reality of the Highland Clearances of the mid-19th century which cleared the local communities to make way for sheep. The walking is on good tracks and the views across the sea to the small isle of Rum and Eigg are inspiring.

Overnight:Broadford B&B/Guesthouse
After todays walk you will be required to take a local bus back to Broadford and then the next morning take the bus back down to Elgol to continue walking

Day 4: Elgol to Sligachan— 8-12 Miles

Your day begins with a short local bus journey from Broadford to Elgol and then you have a choice of a spectacular boat journey to Loch Coruisk at the heart of the black Cuillin and the inspiring walk across the island to Sligachan or you can choose to walk all the way from Elgol via Camasunary Bay. Both are amongst the finest day walks in Scotland.

Overnight: Sligachan Hotel
Sligachan Hotel enjoys a spectacular location at the head of Loch Sligachan framed by the high peaks of the Black and Red Cuillin. Sligachan has been at the centre of mountaineering in Skye since the 19th century. Today it offers a good standard of accommodation and a lively bar and restaurant as well as it’s own brewery.

Day 5: Sligachan to Portree— 12 Miles

You can let your mind float free as you follow a good path along Loch Sligachan to the Braes and enjoy the dramatic views across to Raasay. From Raasay you will follow a quiet minor road until you reach Varragill estuary were you join a track again and should be able to see a good selection of birdlife.

Overnight: Portree Guesthouse/Small Hotel

Portree is the largest town on the island and offers all the normal facilities you would expect as well as some great local restaurants and pubs to spend the evening in.

Day 6: Portree to The Storr—8 Miles

Heading north from Portree the trail initially hugs the shoreline but then you climb to the cliff tops and the expansive vista they offer as you make your way to one of Skye’s most famous landmarks, The Storr which serves as a sentinel marking the start of the Trotternish Ridge.

Overnight: Portree Guesthouse/Small Hotel

We will arrange a return taxi transfer for you from the Storr back to your accommodation in Portee

Day 7: Free Day in Portree

There are several excellent walks available from Portree or you may choose to take a tour of the other areas of Skye or perhaps hire a car to fully explore this enchanting island

Overnight: Portree Guesthouse/Small Hotel

Day 8:Onward Travel

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