Top The Scottish Highlands Tours by Duration

Experience some of Scotland’s most important sights on this tour from Inverness to the Isle of Skye. Join a small group and drive along the famous Loch Ness, as you make your way to Eilean Donan Castle. After a guided tour, drive across Skye Bridge to explore the island’s coastline and Old Man of Storr, Lealt Falls, and Kilt Rock.

Explore the landscape and legends of Loch Ness and the Highlands on a sightseeing tour from Inverness. Take a cruise across the legendary loch to see Urquhart Castle and embark on an easy-going walk from Invermoriston to see lush forests and waterfalls. This Highlands tour includes pickup and drop-off at a central location in Inverness, and is limited to 16 people for personal service.

Visit Eilean Donan Castle and the spectacular Isle of Skye on a full-day trip from Inverness, and explore an iconic Scottish landscape of wind-swept valleys, rock formations, and coastal cliffs. Travel in a Mercedes mini-coach, following a route through the mountains of Wester Ross on your way to Eilean Donan Castle and the Isle of Skye, then visit the island’s highlights with an experienced guide. This full-day tour departs from central Inverness, and it’s the perfect introduction for first-time visitors to the Isle of Skye.

Save hours researching and planning a Scottish Highlands itinerary, and go on an action-packed bus tour instead. Starting from Invergordon, travel with ease between dispersed sites including Cawdor Castle, Culloden, Loch Ness, Inverness, and Beauly Priory, made famous by the hit TV series "Outlander." Clava Cairns is excluded due to access restrictions. It’s the ideal tour for travelers with limited time who want to see multiple highlights in a day.

Explore some of Scotland's most magnificent Highland scenery on this day tour from Inverness. From peaceful Glen Affric to haunting Culloden, site of the last battle fought on U.K. soil, and the ancient Clava Cairns, visit multiple top attractions without the hassle of driving or navigating public transport. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and luggage allowance is 20kg per person.

Make the most of your limited time in port with a Scottish Highland shore excursion that begins and ends at Invergordon port. Rather than juggling separate bookings, check off several of the region's highlights in one tour, including Cawdor Castle, Culloden Battlefield, the Clava Cairns, and Loch Ness.

See the highlights of the Isle of Skye in just two days, without any of the hassle of planning your trip or renting a car, with this overnight tour. Set out from Inverness with a driver-guide, stopping at scenic viewpoints and beautiful castles, lochs, and waterfalls along the way. Choose from a package that includes accommodation in Portree or book your own for more flexibility.

Make the most of your time on land with this comprehensive shore tour of the Scottish Highlands. In a small group of no more than 14 guests, enjoy a more intimate experience than the big bus tours as you journey from Invergordon to Loch Ness, the Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns and Cawdor Castle.

Venture out to one of Scotland’s wildest destinations during this 3-day small-group tour from Inverness to the Isle of Lewis and Harris. Discover the rugged coastline, beautiful beaches, and imposing mountains as you travel to small villages such as Stornoway, Harris, and Great Bernera. Learn about the rich history of the island, including its Viking past, and admire the picturesque scenery before heading back to Inverness.

Witness the mythical splendor of Loch Ness and the ruins of Urquhart Castle conveniently, without the hassle of having to rent a car, on this coach and boat trip from Inverness. Take a leisurely boat ride to Urquhart Castle—keeping your eyes peeled for the famed Loch Ness monster—where you’ll learn about the site’s bloody history and enjoy scenic views of the Scottish countryside.

Explore off the beaten path on this 3-day tour of the archipelago of Orkney. Leave the driving to your guide and travel in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach to visit prehistoric sites, a dramatic red sandstone coast, and some of Scotland’s most remote fishing villages. To save you time waiting around in long ticket lines, admission to the Neolithic site of Maeshowe and Skara Brae Prehistoric Site are included.

Getting around the Scottish Highlands can be tricky on your own, but you can discover the highlights on this day tour from Inverness. Ideal for those with limited time to explore, this tour takes you to multiple attractions in just one day, including the Glenfinnan Viaduct (a must-see for Harry Potter™ fans) the fishing village of Mallaig, the impressive Falls of Foyer, and the world-famous Loch Ness.

Discover the Highlands in style with this exciting 3-day tour that helps check off lots of local highlights—from Loch Ness to Eilean Donan Castle, the Isle of Skye, and the Culloden Battlefield. Transport is included, along with a scenic Jacobite steam train ride. Breakfast is provided each day, while accommodation is included for two nights, leaving you free to enjoy the journey without planning hassles.

Set sail across the misty waters of Loch Ness—and discover the eerie legend of the Loch Ness Monster as you admire a new perspective on the scenery—on this immersive sightseeing cruise. Float past the majestic ruins of Urquhart Castle as you explore one of Britain’s largest freshwater lakes, and have plenty of opportunities to capture photos of the sights (and potentially any lurking monsters).

The Isle of Skye is one of Scotland's best destinations. But, if your time is limited, it can be difficult to squeeze in a trip by public transit or rental car. Skip the hassle by leaving the planning logistics to the experts. This full-day tour takes you from Inverness to Skye where you'll visit all of the island's top sights, including Portree, Kilt Rock and Fairy Pools. Along the way, you'll stop at mainland attractions including Eilean Donan Castle.

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands and Islands on this day tour from Inverness. Begin with a visit to Rogie Falls and Loch Carron, then cross over to the enchanting Isle of Skye. Discover highlights including the Fairy Pools, Sligachan, and Portree, and opt to add on a visit to Dunvegan Castle (own expense). There's time for photo stops at Eilean Donan Castle and Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness on the way back to Inverness.

Enjoy some of Scotland's most stunning scenery as you travel into the Highlalnds on this full-day guided tour from Inverness. Journey around Loch Ness and all the way to the west coast. You'll see ancient ruins, a poignant war memorial, beautiful beaches and a hidden waterfall before boarding the classic Jacobite Steam Train, one of the world's most scenic railways and made famous by the Harry Potter movies.

Discover the best of the Scottish Highlands and Orkney without the hassle of renting a car and navigating ferry bookings. This 3-day tour from Inverness offers a unique blend of history and coastal adventure with visits to culturally rich sites on the mainland, as well as explorations of Orkney’s Norse heritage, the Neolithic village of Skara Brae and mysterious Ring of Brodgar.

Go straight from your Invergordon cruise port to the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands on this small-group tour. Travel in a comfortable car and see historic landmarks like Clava Cairns, the site of the Battle of Culloden, and the one and only Loch Ness. Hear the stories behind the sights, stop off at a distillery for a taste of local gin, and leave the driving to your guide.

Discover the heart of the Highlands on this private tour from Inverness. Traveling through the Highlands independently involves complex transport schedules, ferry timings, and isolated routes. Skip the planning and let a local guide handle the details while you enjoy the landscape. Meet Highland cattle on a local farm, learn Jacobite history at Culloden Battlefield, and sample premium spirits at two distilleries.

Experience a tasty side of Strathspey with this Speyside private whisky distillery tour. Get picked up straight from your Inverness accommodation and taken to any distilleries of your choice in the Speyside area, from Glenfiddich to GlenAllachie and more, if you choose. Customize the day to your liking, and get your guide’s help booking the distillery tours you pick.

If you only have a day to see the Isle of Skye, don't waste time navigating public transport or waiting around for others. This private tour from Inverness can be customized to fit your interests to make sure that you experience Skye the way you want, whether you are interested in natural attractions such as the Quiraing or Kilt Rock or castles, museums and distilleries.

Scotland is world-renowned for its whisky. Enjoy a private full-day tour of the best Speyside distilleries with round-trip transport from your local accommodations. Explore at your own pace, savor whisky tastings, and customize the itinerary to your interests. Snacks, bottled water, and on-board Wi-Fi are included for your convenience.