All Inverness Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

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: Loch Ness & The Highlands

8 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Scottish Highlands Adventure Small Group Tour from Inverness

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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

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

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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

2 daysFree Cancellation

City Sightseeing Inverness Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

55 minutesFree 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

Legendary Tour of the Black Isle from Inverness or Invergordon

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Inverness City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide

1 hour 30 minutesFree 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

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

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

8 hours 45 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

Glen Affric & Culloden Tour from Inverness Including Admissions

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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

With so much to see and do in the Scottish Highlands, you’ll want to maximize your time as best as possible. This half-day tour allows you to visit some of the area’s notable attractions without worrying about getting there on your own. You’ll spend time at Clava Cairns, a Bronze Age burial complex, before visiting the Culloden Battlefield. Stop for a drink at the Great Glen Distillery and drive along the banks of the mythic Loch Ness.

Inverness Highlands Bucket List Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the glens and lochs of the Scottish Highlands on this easygoing tour. Start at Inverness and make your way to Beauly and Drumnadrochit, taking in all the countryside views as you head past Urquhart Castle and Dochgarroch. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle (cozy in winter, cool in summer) and learn about the historic sights you encounter from your knowledgeable guide and driver. Stop at each location for a wander and to take photos you’ll cherish forever.

Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour

Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour

5 hours 6 minutesFree Cancellation

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

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What are people saying about Inverness

savannah_r, Oct 2026

Would recommend Neil and Rabbies

We did the one day Isle of Skye tour and we were lead by Neil. We had a wonderful time. The stops were wonderfully planned and we lucked out with amazing weather. The coach was comfortable. Neil was great answering questions and giving us history and anecdotes along the way. He was personable and friendly, his dad jokes are top notch. There were plenty of bathroom stops available. I would suggest bringing snacks and water as the last stop, a little bar only offered chips/crisps and a few candy type items or tuna sandwiches (they offer more but that was what was left available for purchase). That was about 5pm and we still had about 2.5 hours left and lunch was at 1. This might be helpful information for people traveling with anyone who needs to plan their food timing. I would recommend this tour to anyone. I would suggest bringing a couple dollars/pounds for the restrooms, they are FREE but have signage saying they are community run public bathrooms run by volunteers. They have donation boxes, I left some money as this is a nice service they offer and the toilets were all very clean and in good condition.

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Michael_R, Oct 2026

Amazing tour with an amazing guide.

I went on the Isle of Skye tour on October 28. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and had some of the most wonderful stories. He is quite a storyteller and drew the audience into the tales of not only history by the local lore as well. I’ve been all over the world taking tours. This was by far my favorite tour. He even stopped at an unscheduled location so we could see the highland cows. As far as the scenery goes, the landscape was quite majestic. It was far more beautiful than I imagined.

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.

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! 🥰

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)!