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Originally Posted by Luckypants
We decided to tack on two nights on Skye to our Scottish holiday this year, so hopefully we will see some of these places. Any tips Darren?  |
Brilliant!
If you've got two days you can pretty much see the whole island like I did. Especially if you're staying somewhere central.
I really liked the southern part around the bigger mountains. Non stop views wherever you go.
This part in particular:
https://www.google.com/maps/@57.1322...7i16384!8i8192
The north east road is beautiful with the steep mountains and cliffs.
The north west road is definitely missable if you're tight on time. Not particularly scenic compared to the rest. More open and farmland.
Neist Point Lighthouse is amazing. Walking shoes would be useful here! Very muddy to get on the cliff viewpoints. I did mange with my bike boots though
https://www.google.com/maps/@57.4294...!7i8339!8i3958
Unless you are prepared for a LONG walk I'd give the fairy pools a miss. Loads of tourists. I went as close as I could by road, but there was no way I was walking it in full leathers. And even on the bike it's tricky to make progress past the traffic.
This was my day 1 and 2 to give you an idea of times. I stopped a lot to admire the views and take pictures though!
Both days where I stopped
Beyond that, I'd say avoid the busy holiday times and get some midgie spray! Enjoy
