Inverness: Loch Ness & The Highlands

4.8
(290 reviews)

8 hours 45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Spend a day Nessie-hunting, take a cruise on the mysterious Loch Ness, explore the village of Fort Augustus, visit the ruined loch-side Urquhart Castle, admire the Falls of Foyers and wander along Dores Beach on this fantastic one day Loch Ness tour from Inverness!

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Knowledgeable driver-guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Attraction Tickets
Restroom on board
WiFi on board

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Railway Terrace

Railway Terrace, Inverness, IV1 1NW. Look out for our coach or our sign on the lamp post.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Urquhart Castle

    Your one day Loch Ness tour from Inverness departs at 08:45 and follows the beautiful Caledonian Canal to the source at Loch Ness. 24 miles long and over 700 feet deep, the loch is the largest by volume in the British Isles and is most famous for its sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as “Nessie”. We spend most of the morning at Loch Ness, allowing you plenty of time to go Nessie-hunting! Our first stop is Urquhart Castle (optional extra), here you will have the option of visiting the 13th century structure, with plenty of time explore the ruin, enjoy the visitor centre, and take in the views and atmosphere of Scotland’s most famous loch.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Fort Augustus

    Afterwards, we journey through to Fort Augustus, the furthermost point of your Loch Ness tour. We have time here to stop and enjoy a relaxing hour-long boat cruise (optional extra) across Loch Ness with Cruise Loch Ness. Afterwards, enjoy lunch in the small town; with a population of only 650 people, it's a perfect spot to relax and watch boats passing through the Caledonian Canal.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    The Falls of Foyers

    After lunch, our Loch Ness tour will begin its journey back to Inverness, stopping at the Falls of Foyers. The majestic 165ft waterfall was a favourite retreat for poet Rabbie Burns, and is truly breath-taking. Enjoy plenty of time here to soak up the atmosphere before the tour continues on to the village of Dores for a visit to Dores Beach on the east shores of Loch Ness.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Spend a short while wandering the pebble-dotted shoreline before boarding the coach for a final return journey to Inverness where your Loch Ness day tour ends.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 4 years old.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
  • The castle & cruise currently need to be pre-booked, details will be provided on the ticket.
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