Welcome to Portree, a picturesque harbor town on the stunning Isle of Skye. Fishing boats bob gently in the harbor, which is lined with candy-colored buildings. Explore the quaint streets and boutique shops, cozy cafes, and traditional pubs that offer a taste of local hospitality. Take in breathtaking views of the surrounding rugged landscape and majestic Cuillin Mountains. This afternoon, Scenic Eclipse will cruise to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis. Join the Discovery Team in the state-of-the-art theater for a lecture about the upcoming ports. In the evening, choose one of up to ten world class dining experiences or request a private meal delivered to your suite by the butler. Scenic Freechoice: Loch Portree Hike: Join a guided hike along Portree Bay's north side, uncovering the town's history and architecture, named for King James V's 1540 visit. Admire views of Apothecary's Tower, Clan MacNeacail's memorial, and distant Cuillin Hills, with vistas to Raasay's Dun Caan, ending at the harbor. Dunvegan Castle & The Cuillin: Journey across Skye to Dunvegan Castle, the 13th-century Clan MacLeod seat, inhabited for over 800 years. Admire historic heirlooms like the Fairy Flag and stroll its gardens with Rory More's Cascade, enjoying Cuillin Mountain views on the return to Portree. Northern Scenic Drive: Travel north from Portree to Skye's Trotternish Peninsula, admiring the Old Man of Storr and Kilt Rock's 200-foot cliff with its waterfall. Visit the Skye Museum of Island Life and Flora MacDonald's grave in Kilmuir, then enjoy leisure time in Portree's harbor. Eilean Donan Castle: Venture south of Portree, crossing Skye Bridge past the majestic Cuillin Mountains to Eilean Donan Castle, a 13th-century icon on a sea loch island, restored in the 1930s. Explore its history, then enjoy a photo stop in Kyleakin, a charming fishing village with Norse roots, before returning to Portree. Offshore: 8 AM-6 PM | Docked: 10 PM-Overnight. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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