Top Inverness Private Sightseeing Tours

See the Highlands of Scotland and some of its most famous landmarks and scenic views on this private tour. With your guide—who wears a kilt, of course—explore highland castles, learn about the Battle of Culloden and the lives of Highlanders over the centuries from a real historian and Highland history expert, and see Loch Ness. Will you spot the Loch Ness Monster? Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

See the unforgettable scenery and experience the rich culture of the Isle of Skye on this private tour from Inverness. Travel through mountain passes, lochs, and rugged coastlines while hearing local folk stories and history. Explore historic castles, visit local villages, or enjoy views atop the island. This private experience offers flexibility to focus on your interests with a local guide and includes hotel pickup for convenience.

Explore Inverness the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful city. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in Inverness on a private tour. The capital of the highlands and the main shopping, entertainment and travel destination for Northern Scotland, this charming city will take your breath away! On this 1.5 hour tour with an expert, local guide, the main sights of Inverness will be brought to life as you explore and learn about how the city has developed. From its humble beginnings as a royal city, to Jacobite risings and castle sieges, to modern life in Inverness today (and of course, the loch ness monster!), come along and discover why Inverness is officially the happiest city in Scotland.

Get out of town and into the scenic countryside—without the hassle of driving—on this guided tour from Inverness. Head for the famed Loch Ness and join a cruise to view the ruins of Urquhart Castle. Conveniently, entry to Urquhart Castle is included, and the trip also includes a visit to Beauly, "Outlander" filming locations, and a visit to Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns. Or opt for a tour without the castle and cruise

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).

Many visitors rush through Inverness on their way to the Highlands. This guided walking tour ensures that you don't make the same mistake of missing out on its many attractions. In a small group, you'll visit such landmarks as Inverness Castle, the Inverness Cathedral and Balnain House, as well as some hidden gems, all while you guide fills you in on the history of the Highland capital.

Explore the Highland capital in the company of just your party and guide on this private tour of Inverness that you can tailor to your own interests. Get a in-depth view of the history and culture of the Scottish Highlands from your guide as you travel to such sites as Urquhart Castle, Inverness Cathedral, and the hill where Saint Columba made pilgrimage to the Pictish King, and soak up views of Loch Ness and the Great Glen.

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.

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.

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.

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.

If you have only a limited amount of time to spend in the Scottish Highlands, don't waste it struggling with bus timetables or rental cars. This private tour takes you from Inverness to the most beautiful locations on the Isle of Skye, including the Fairy Pools and Talisker Distillery. Along the way you'll make stops at Loch Ness and Eilean Donan Castle.

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).

Embark on a journey through the heart of Scotland's rich heritage and culture on this Tour. Get up close and personal with iconic Highland cows, sheep, and adorable Pygmy goats, working sheepdogs and immerse yourself in the beauty of Scotland's native animals, scenery and heritage. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to experience the best of Scottish heritage, culture, and wildlife all in one unforgettable tour. Book your Scottish Highlands Heritage and Culture Tour today and create memories to last a lifetime.

This is an unforgettable day tour from Inverness to Loch Ness, taking in some of the most scenic, historic and culturally significant sights available anywhere in Scotland. Our local guide will meet you at your chosen pick up address where your tour will start and take you on your own Highland adventure. We will make our way to Urquhart Castle travelling along the shores of Loch Ness. We will then travel along the Loch side towards Inverness and make our way to Culloden Battlefield, before moving onto the sacred site of Clava Cairns, home of the famous Outlander series . We then travel a short distance to Cawdor Castle and Gardens , before returning to Inverness where we will see Inverness Cathedral and all the local sites that the city offers.

Swap the rigid itineraries and crowds of group tours for the opportunity to explore Inverness your own way, at your own pace. This self-guided audio tour takes you on a journey around the Highlands' capital, from settlement by an ancient tribe through to the days of Celtic saints and today's modern residents. Hear some of the myths and legends of Inverness and see landmarks including Inverness Castle while immersing yourself in the city's story.

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.

Make your way along the Great Glen fault line with your private tour with us. Visit the world famous sights at your own pace like Glencoe and Harry Potter filming locations. This tour can be great for people who want to visit using a vehicle or prefer a little hike along at some of Scotland's most beautiful locations. Our whisky distillery stop or others can be missed if requested as this is your private tour. Some of our locations in the tour: Ben Nevis, Glenfinnan Viaduct, The 3 sisters of Glencoe and More. (customisable within reasonable distance per time)

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.

Leave the hussle and bussle of Inverness and explore one of the last wildernesses in Europe! Quite simply, if you came to see the Highlands, this is as good as it gets! We will travel through amazing landscapes as you learn about the history and culture that has shaped this delicate area. There's lots of opportunities to get out and explore the area with as much as 3 hikes to do. You'll get back to your accommodation with memories that will last a lifetime.

Your full day 12 hour tour from Inverness to the Isle of Skye offers a journey through the Highlands and the best bits of the Isle of Skye, along with quite a few locations that you wont see on other tours! As a local to the Highlands guide will break up the journey on the way to Skye with a number of stops that are important and special in the hearts of the people who live here. We can also pick up from the Isle of Skye, or even pick up in Inverness and drop off in Skye and vice versa (Just let us know luggage requirements) You will enjoy historical commentary, folklore, Scottish music, local snacks, and general good craic all round! On Skye we are excited to show you the magical spots on the Island, but if the weather makes visibility poor, we can substitute stops to make sure you have the BEST experience. As this is a private tour we can adapt the itinerary to suit your groups preferences! Just ask away-it's your day! We will also make a bonus stop at the Hairy Coos!

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.

This private and personalized tour is ideal for whisky aficionados seeking a tailored experience. In the company of just your party and a guide, you'll visit a range of distilleries on the Speyside whisky trail, such as Aberlour and Glenfarclas, while enjoying some of the finest single malts the area has to offer. Hotel pickup adds convenience to your day.