All Inverness Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

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).

Loch Ness 50-minute Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

50 minutesFree Cancellation

Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness

Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Inverness: 2-Day Isle of Skye, The Fairy Pools & Highland Castles

2 daysFree Cancellation

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.

Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

City Sightseeing Inverness Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

55 minutesFree Cancellation

Seek out the Loch Ness Monster on a 2-hour cruise from Dochgarroch Lock. The boat is fitted with a special Nessie sonar, but if the elusive monster doesn’t show up, other sights will charm you instead. Pass along the Caledonian Canal into Loch Ness to see Urquhart Castle, Bona Lighthouse, and the site of a World War II bomber crash. Learn about the loch’s history and legends as you cruise.

Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Inverness: Loch Ness & The Highlands

8 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Scottish Highlands Adventure Small Group Tour from Inverness

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Special Offer

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.

Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure

Inverness City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness

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.

Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

The Complete Loch Ness Experience Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

8 hoursFree Cancellation

We start bright and early with this small-group tour, heading straight to the legendary home of Nessie at Scotland’s most famous loch, Loch Ness! As we wind through the Highlands toward the west coast, towering mountains open up to sprawling sea lochs once used by Vikings. Next, we arrive at Eilean Donan Castle, where an optional tour dives into Scotland’s fierce and fascinating past. From there, it’s on to the star of the show: the Isle of Skye! Along the way, you’ll hear tales of legendary clans, daring escapes, and the myths that shape this land. We’ll stop for lunch in Portree to explore its vibrant harbour before visiting the iconic Old Man of Storr—one sight you won’t soon forget. Then, it’s on to Kilt Rock, where a dramatic waterfall plunges into the sea, before we wrap up with the surreal landscapes of the Quiraing. Our journey ends with a scenic drive back to Inverness, bringing you through Scotland’s stunning scenery just in time for evening.

From Inverness: Mystical Isle of Skye, Myths, & Legends Day Tour

Legendary Tour of the Black Isle from Inverness or Invergordon

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Glen Affric & Culloden Tour from Inverness Including Admissions

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the Highlands as you travel from Inverness or Invergordon to the famous Loch Ness on a journey to discover the Loch Ness Monster. On the way, see the ancient Clava Cairns—just as fascinating as the legend of Nessie—and pass by Culloden, the battlefield where the last hand-to-hand war was fought. Spot castles and glens, see mountains and learn all about the culture and history of this special place from your guide and driver.

Inverness Castle, Clava, Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness

5 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

This Scottish Highlands are rich in natural beauty and historic landmarks, but getting around is tricky without your own wheels. Skip the self-drive hassle with a guided tour from Inverness that takes you onto the deep waters of Loch Ness in search of the lurking monster; to the village of Beauly and a local whisky distillery; and to Culloden Battlefield, scene of the event that changed Scotland forever.

From Inverness: Monsters, Lochs and Legends Day Tour

From Inverness: Monsters, Lochs and Legends Day Tour

8 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Check a visit to John O’Groats, the northernmost point on British mainland, off your bucket list on a full-day tour through the Northern Scottish Highlands with convenient round-trip transport from Inverness. In addition to navigating, your guide provides live commentary and anecdotes about each stop on the itinerary, from Dunrobin Castle to lunch in the ancient Viking town of Wick (own expense).

Inverness: John O'Groats, Dunrobin Castle & the Far North

11 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Perfect for true whisky enthusiasts, this private, 4-day tour introduces you to all nine distilleries on Islay plus several mainland distilleries. On day one, meet your guide at your preferred Scottish address and travel via Loch Lomond to Oban for your first distillery visit and bed-and-breakfast stay. The next day, board a ferry to Islay for tutored tastings, behind-the-scenes tours, and more.

4-day Islay Platinum Whisky Tour - Whisky Included! With free pickup!

4 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

1 Day Tour Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools and Eilean Donan Castle

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Highland Tour of Speyside Distilleries

Brett_N, Oct 2026

Fantastic Day in Speyside

We had an excellent day touring Speyside with George. He clearly knows the area well and picked three great distilleries that gave us a good mix of experiences: a full tour, a few small-batch producers, and plenty of tastings along the way. He also filled in a lot of the history of the region and the individual distilleries as we drove between stops, which made the day feel like more than just a string of tastings. What stood out most was how much effort George put into making sure we saw as much as possible. When we asked about adding a fourth distillery that wasn’t on the plan, he made it work without any fuss. He was easygoing, flexible, and good company the whole day. If you only have one day in Speyside, this is a fantastic way to experience it. We’d book with George again without hesitation.

Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness

Brian_B, Oct 2026

Fun day in the rain and wind

As with most tours they are only as good as the guide. Danny was top notch. He was engaging and knowledgeable of the locations visited. If I had one negative thing about the tours, it would be that, it would be nice to have an actual guide at each site rather than the driver talk about the site on the way there. I realize this might not be feasible, perhaps it isn't allowed because you might be interfering with local guides at the site, but it would be nice to have someone there who could answer questions on the spot. Otherwise, I have no complaints., except the weather which no one controls.

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Kenneth_G, Oct 2026

A great day in the Isle of Skye

Spectacular day !! All the stops along the way were very well thought out, and we were able to take some really great photos. Our guide, Louise, was the best, so very good at what she does, very organized and disciplined, she made the trip so much better with her friendliness and commentary. Very highly recommended tour !!

Inverness: 2-Day Isle of Skye, The Fairy Pools & Highland Castles

Jennifer_D, Oct 2026

Highly recommend

Everything was excellent. The stops were all interesting and beautiful. Scotland is a gorgeous country with so much to see and do. Our tour guide Liall is the GOAT. He is passionate about his job, friendly, engaging, and took us places we wouldn’t have found on our own. He knows so much about Scottish history, legends, and myths. He had a really nice playlist and made sure we were all comfortable regarding temperature. This tour exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend this one.

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

Sara_V, Oct 2026

Great day out

Mike was an excellent guide - we were impressed with his ability to drive and tell us so much about the places we passed. There were plenty of stops for views and loos and the weather was much better than forecast. I didn't know there were charging points on each seat, so that would be a good thing to mention. The scenery was, of course, spectacular. We had a bacon buttie at our first stop - although we'd planned fish and chips in Portree, the added snack was a welcome accompaniment to the coffee. It was a long day, but we got back 10 mins ahead of schedule. Well worth doing.

Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

CHERYL_J, Oct 2026

Bus, boat, castle and cows!

The whole trip was very well run. Our bus driver was very informative and friendly. The crew on the boat were very nice and had a good sense of humor. While rainy, we still enjoyed the time at the castle exploring. An added bonus was our stop by a small field with two very friendly Hairy Coos! The bus driver/guide even brought food for us to feed them. Great tour and worth the $.

Loch Ness 50-minute Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

Larissa_P, Oct 2026

This was a magical...

This was a magical experience! We got to see EVERYTHING we wanted to plus some extra! Jack pointed out some amazing sites during our drive. There was a gorgeous sunset on our way back and he even stopped for us to get a picture of the pink purple sky in the mountains. Jack was extremely informative and I took his food and whiskey recommendations and they were great recommendations! 🥰

Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

Cyndi_G, Oct 2026

Nice trip to Skye

Our trip to the Isle of Skye was very pleasant. Our driver/guide Ryan did a great job telling us about the area. The weather was cloudy and rainy some of the time but I guess that is typical for the area. I really enjoyed learning about the history of Scotland. I would recommend this tour with Rabbies and Ryan our good guide.

Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

Amy_W, Oct 2026

A must do!

Great experience! Nice facilities. Good drink and snack options on the boat. Great tour guide with helpful and interesting commentary throughout the trip. Beautiful scenery! Plenty of seating with enough for everyone to sit inside if it’s cold or raining! Plenty of parking and nice gift shop and cafe at the pickup/dropoff location! Would definitely recommend to experience Loch Ness!

Glen Affric & Culloden Tour from Inverness Including Admissions

Emma_C, Oct 2026

Don’t miss this great day out!

A great day out. The beauty and mystery of Clava Cairns and wonderful scenery on our journey up to Glen Affrick.. The battlefield of Culloden was very sombre. The museum was extremely interesting. In general, lots of history and amazing scenery. We went with Rabbies Tours and had a guide called Graeme who was very knowledgeable, entertaining and drove very safely. I would highly recommend this tour. Wear comfortable footwear! ..

Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness

Suo_Z, Oct 2026

An experience of a lifetime!

Highly recommend this tour to anyone of any age! Seeing the Fairy Pools was one of the big things I was looking forward to for my Scotland trip, and this made getting there fun and easy! The photo stops along the way, plus the visit to Portree were such a great time. There is also a good level of independence during the tour, once you are bought to an area, you're allowed to explore on your own and do what you want to do. I'd also like to give a huge shout out to our driver and tour guide, Cullen! He had so much knowledge about history, folk tales, and science. All his knowledge, plus his curated playlist, made the time spent in the van very enjoyable. He also managed to squeeze in a few extra stops (we got very lucky and were able to get close to highland cows)!