Top Inverness Outdoor Activities - page 2

Check out the Isle of Skye on a private day trip from Inverness. With a Scottish local in a kilt as your driver-guide, you’ll discover the history behind the island plus some famous landmarks along the way. Pass Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, travel through the Cuillin mountains, and discover beguiling natural sights such as the Old Man of Storr.

Explore Loch Ness at your own pace on this independent 1-day cycle tour from Inverness. Hop on your bike in Bellfield Park and — with your map and directions to hand — head into rural Scotland toward Loch Ness. Head along winding country roads at your leisure and enjoy fine views over the countryside scenery. Spin through the peaceful village of Dores to the banks of Loch Ness, then perhaps enjoy lunch in a local café before strolling along the shoreline. Bike hire, map and directions are included on this tour.

We'll head south from Inverness over The Slochd Summit from where we see our first view of The Cairngorm Mountains. We continue on to the Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore where you can discover the history and heritage of The Scottish Highlands. From here we will enjoy a lovely tour along the quieter back roads of Badenoch & Strathspey. We'll visit Ruthven Barracks before passing through Rothiemurchus and Loch Morlich. Our journey then takes us up to Cairngorm ski area and UK’s highest mountain railway. Experience Cairngorm Mountain and enjoy wonderful panoramic views from UK’s highest restaurant, over 1000 metres up. Back down in Strathspey we can go looking for red squirrels and perhaps Ospreys amid our indigenous Caledonian Pine Forest by Loch Garten and Nethy Bridge. Our tour takes us on to Grantown-on-Spey and, if time allows, we can enjoy an envigorating dram or two on our way home at either Tomatin or the new Cairn Distillery.

Discover many of the Scottish Highlands’ highlights—as well as locals-frequented areas that many tourists miss. This private tour from Inverness takes you to beauty spots including Loch Ness and Glen Affric; to charming villages; and to Plodda Falls, one of Scotland’s tallest waterfalls (take a plunge, if you wish).

Visit the Isle of Skye and stop at highlights along the way on this full-day private guided tour from Inverness. Enjoy views of the Loch Ness region, Urquhart Castle, and Eilean Donan Castle; look for wildlife at Loch Duich and Kyle of Lochalsh; and explore the Fairy Pools and Portree. Additional stops can be included based on your interests.

Discover the best of Inverness and the surrounding Scottish Highlands on a 2-day self-guided eBike tour. You have the freedom each day to choose from a selection of carefully designed route options to suit your interests and pace. Ride across to the beautiful Black Isle for coastal roads and a stop at Cromarty Village, explore the historic Fort George and the grounds of Culloden Battlefield, or head south alongside Loch Ness towards Foyers then stop off at Cameron’s Tea Room for a bite to eat and to see some Highland cows. Our suggested routes are easy to follow and designed to make the most of your eBike, combining scenic back roads, dedicated cycle paths, and must-see Highland landmarks. It’s the perfect way to explore Inverness at your own pace, with the flexibility to create a two-day itinerary that’s just right for you.

Our unique tour offers the chance to explore the Highlands alongside your own "Dougal Mackenzie" doppelgänger guide, who will share authentic stories of the clans and the Highlanders who fought for their honor. To fully immerse you in the 18th-century experience, we can dress you up in traditional attire, such as a Feileadh Mor or an Arisaid. Your journey will also include a visit to the historic standing stones at Clava Cairns, a site renowned for its deep roots in mysticism and folklore.

Whisky-tasting around Scotland loses some of its appeal when you have to designate a driver. This private tour lets you avoid making that tough decision. Your Highlander guide will drive you through some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery on your way to several of Speyside's best distilleries, including Macallan and Glenfiddich.

Step into the heart of the Highlands with your signature 'Loch Ness & Inverness Tour'. A full-day private journey through Scotland's most iconic lacations, paired with hidden gems and rich storytelling. Travel in luxury with your personal chauffeur-guide and enjoy the perfect balance of history, nature and culture.

Spend the day exploring Scottish scenery and whisky on a full-day tour from Inverness to Cairngorms National Park and the Tomatin Distillery. Join an experienced guide for a trip through the park’s scenic highlights, then learn the secrets of Scottish distilling at a family-owned distillery that makes the best-selling single malt whisky on earth. This tour includes round-trip transport from Inverness in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach and is limited to sixteen people for a personal experience.

A full trip around Loch Ness done in half a day - Approx 6 hours A little taste of the highlands of Scotland from the famous Urquhart Castle to Loch Ness with its beautiful scenery. All while enjoying our world award-winning best Gin local to our little area. Suitable for guests with not much time to do full-day tours. Perfect for guests wanting to do a full trip around Loch Ness to try and spot Nessie the Loch Ness Monster with not much time. Local Guide Private Tour Comfortable Air Conditioned Vehicle Customisable to your Taste (within reasonable distance)

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.

Explore the best of the Scottish Highlands' scenery on this day tour from Inverness. Soak up the views and learn all about Scottish history as you cruise across the mysterious Loch Ness, visit Fort Augustus Abbey and loch-side Urquhart Castle, admire the majestic Falls of Foyers, and wander along Dores Beach.

Explore the mysterious majesty of Loch Ness, from the loch’s deep blue-green waters to the legendary tale of the Loch Ness Monster on this private full-day tour. Visit landmarks such as the Falls of Foyers, Fort Augustus, and the Caledonian Canal, and even visit the enchanting Loch Ness alpacas for an additional fee.

This self-guided Highlands road trip is designed to show how the landscapes of northern Scotland connect into one coherent journey rather than a single coastal loop. Instead of simply following the North Coast 500, the guide explores the wider Highlands, linking sea lochs, glens, remote peninsulas and mountain passes into a natural travelling progression. You can travel the full circular route or explore individual sections depending on your timeframe. Along the way the guide highlights iconic Highland locations alongside quieter roads, coastal villages and remote landscapes that many visitors miss. Rather than a rigid itinerary, the guide provides narrative context, route progression and flexible time-based planning ideas so you can adapt the journey around weather, ferry connections and travel pace. With 12 months access included, you can start planning well before your trip and return to the guide whenever you need.

Explore the Highlands in Comfort and Style Travel with an expert local guide who offers private, flexible tours tailored to couples, solo travellers, and small families seeking authentic Highland journeys.

We provide Isle of Skye tour with unforgettable view, wild nature, historical places, mountains and waterfalls We family-owned and operated, Scottish ‘small group’ travel company based in beautiful Inverness. We offer private guided tours and luxury VIP experiences, making us Scotland's go-to luxury travel experts. If you can dream it, we'll provide the perfect trip for you. Within our beautiful landscape filled with mountains, hills, lochs, and rivers, Highland Tours offers only the very best experiences. Whether you’re looking to simply relax and tour in style in one of our luxury vehicles, fly fish on our wonderful salmon rivers, or experience stalking on some of the finest sporting estates in Scotland, we can make it happen. From the moment you arrive, your kilted chauffeur guide will be happy to show you around. We look forward to welcoming you to the Highlands and no matter how you choose to tour Scotland with us, you will be guaranteed to leave with many happy memories.

Entering on this tour will enable guests to sit comfortably within a private executive air conditioned vehicle, with a knowledgeable guide to inform them along the way. It is the intention to maximise the enjoyment for guests on their Highland Adventure. Sharing beautiful locations that the highlands have to offer. We can set foot on the actual Culloden Battlefield, walking through the Government lines. sharing the local knowledge and historic understanding. Walk through the Historic Clava Cairns, relive that "outlander" moment of transportation through the standing stones. Visit quaint country locations for that refreshing coffee or lunch stop away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Flexibility within the day allows for deviation from the recognized route for specific area or activity of interest to guests like Whisky Distilling, Geology or Ancestral history. It is very customer focused and strive to make your visit to the Highlands a memorable one for all the right reasons.

Many group tours rush their guests around the Highlands but you can enjoy a slower, more peaceful pace on this private tour of Loch Ness. Avoid busy tourist routes and relax in a comfortable VW Caravelle with hotel pickup. Walk through ancient forest and see waterfalls before reaching the calm waters of the loch. Visit Culloden or Clava Cairns for a wider Highlands experience.

our amenity on board is second to none, our driver guides are friendly knowledgeable and accommodating , providing a relaxed atmosphere. it is uniquely bespoke to you the customer allowing for customization and includes an approximated driving time off 2.5 hrs both to and from.

Discover the best of Inverness and the surrounding Scottish Highlands on a 3-day self-guided cycling tour. Each day, you have the freedom to choose from a selection of carefully designed route options to suit your interests, fitness level, and preferred pace. Ride across to the beautiful Black Isle and stop in Cromarty, explore the historic Fort George and the Culloden Battlefield, or head south alongside Loch Ness towards Foyers, with the option to pause at Cameron’s Tea Room for a bite to eat and a chance to spot iconic Highland cows. The suggested routes are easy to follow and thoughtfully planned for flat-bar bikes, combining back roads, dedicated cycle paths, and must-see Highland landmarks. It’s the perfect way to explore Inverness at your own pace, creating a flexible two-day itinerary that showcases the very best of the Scottish Highlands.

Discover the best of Inverness and the surrounding Scottish Highlands on a 2-day self-guided cycling tour. Each day, you have the freedom to choose from a selection of carefully designed route options to suit your interests, fitness level, and preferred pace. Ride across to the beautiful Black Isle and stop in Cromarty, explore the historic Fort George and the Culloden Battlefield, or head south alongside Loch Ness towards Foyers, with the option to pause at Cameron’s Tea Room for a bite to eat and a chance to spot iconic Highland cows. The suggested routes are easy to follow and thoughtfully planned for flat-bar bikes, combining back roads, dedicated cycle paths, and must-see Highland landmarks. It’s the perfect way to explore Inverness at your own pace, creating a flexible two-day itinerary that showcases the very best of the Scottish Highlands.

You will be booking the whole vehicle for your own private tour with your party. Take in the natural beauty of the land at Millionaire’s View, Black Rock Gorge and at Falls of Shin. Delve into the history of Dunrobin Castle, its Gardens and has a viewing of a live Falconry Show, Take time for culture and shopping at the famous town of Dornoch with its enriched central med-evil Cathedral. Finally to top of your day, sample one of our well-known exports, the ‘water of life,’ at the famous Glenmorangie Distillery. Local Guide Private Tour Comfortable Air Conditioned Vehicle Customisable to your Taste (within reasonable distance)

Journey around the Scottish Highlands in style. This private tour from the Inverness area takes you exploring in one of the most advanced and luxurious tour vehicles in Scotland, a BMW X5 M50d 4x4 SUV, which can reach places others cannot. Visit Culloden Battlefield, Cawdor Castle, and the Clava Cairns, and enjoy a cruise on the infamous Loch Ness. Along the way, enjoy chocolate-paired whisky tastings from your guide's extensive private collection.