All Inverness Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

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Experience the freedom of exploring without the extra weighting in Inverness. Our luggage storage service ensures your belongings are secure, allowing you to enjoy the wonders of your destination with peace of mind. Whether you're waiting for a late flight, have arrived early for your stay, or simply want to explore without the burden of your bags, our service is the perfect solution. Store your bags at prime locations near major attractions, transport hubs, and popular areas, making your travel experience smoother and more enjoyable.

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Inverness Outlander Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Travel at your own pace, enjoy plenty of photo stops, and immerse yourself in Highland life with your very own Highlander Guide in a kilt. Fancy wearing a kilt or arisaid yourself? Just let us know. Cruise guests can relax knowing we’ll ensure an on-time return to port. Journey north through striking Highland scenery and discover distinctive distilleries, each with its own character and story. Your day includes admission to one available distillery tour, with whisky tastings at your own expense. Beyond the included tour, visit as many distilleries as time allows, depending on your pace, availability and tour duration. Linger longer or fit in more stops—it’s your day to enjoy. This is a private tour for 1–7 guests. Solo travellers are welcome (2-guest minimum charge), with savings from 3 guests and the best value when all 7 seats are booked. Weather, opening hours or road conditions may affect our itinerary. We’ll offer a worthwhile alternative whenever possible.

Full-Day Whisky Distilleries from Inverness or Invergordon

Exploring the Scottish Highlands' "Outlander" locations typically means renting a car and plotting a route. Skip the hassle with a private tour from Inverness that allows you to effortlessly explore a region steeped in history and legend. Visit historic sites such as Culloden, where the famous Battle of Culloden was fought and the never-besieged Fort George. Explore Beauly Priory, and see the ancient Clava Cairns standing stones, both key locations in in the TV show. See the mountains and glens of the Highlands from your window, and stop at beauty spots to admire the view.

Outlander Experience

Uncover the spirit of the Scottish Highlands through interactive and immersive exhibits in The Inverness Castle Experience, and explore the highlights of Inverness with a city audio tour. Step inside The Inverness Castle Experience and uncover the spirit of the Scottish Highlands. Discover its rich culture and heritage as you explore interactive and immersive exhibits. As you enter the South Tower, you'll embark on a self-guided adventure through an audio-visual journey celebrating the Highlands. Don't forget to capture the incredible views of Inverness from the Great Glen Roof Terrace. In the North Tower, admire beautiful tapestries, listen to traditional music, and experience stories passed down through generations. After your visit, continue exploring Inverness city with an audio tour. Download your audio tour and discover local highlights at your own pace, including Inverness Cathedral and the Ness Islands.

The Inverness Castle Experience Ticket and City Audio Tour

This full-day Inverness city tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Starting with the iconic Inverness Castle for picturesque views, you'll stroll along the serene River Ness and cross the scenic Ness Islands. Dive into local heritage at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, followed by a delightful lunch at The Mustard Seed. Explore the charming Victorian Market for unique finds, admire the stunning architecture of St. Andrew's Cathedral, and wander through the lush Inverness Botanic Gardens. With additional free time to discover hidden gems or relax at a cozy café, this tour captures the essence of Inverness, making it a memorable experience for history buffs, nature lovers, and culture enthusiasts alike.

Discover Inverness 10 Hour City Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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A Day in Aberdeenshire Royal Deeside Discover the true spirit of northern Scotland on this unforgettable day tour from Inverness to the Aberdeenshire area. The Aberdeenshire Castle Trail Private Tour, in Royal Deeside, is an exclusive day tour that combines history, stunning landscapes, and a royal atmosphere— all within easy reach of Inverness. Step back in time and uncover the romance, mystery, and grandeur of Scotland’s northeast, especially the Royal Deeside area, where we find Balmoral Castle and Braemar Castle. Travel in comfort through the rolling hills of Royal Aberdeenshire. The area of Aberdeenshire is home to more castles per acre than anywhere else in the UK. Your driver-guide, Claudia, is a STGA Blue Badge Tourist Guide, fully qualified, accredited and insured. Important Note- The remaining (Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.

A Day in Royal Deeside:Castles, Royal Heritage & Highland Scenery

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

I love the outdoors, specially the beautiful scenery such as at Isle of Skye. I would love to share my experience with you with my luxury minivan. Should you wish to organise a tour, I can pick you up from any hotel, terminal or port and drop you off afterwards wherever you wish. Pricing is flexible, providing fixed rate taxi tours for small to medium groups or negotiate a price for bespoke tour destinations. Don't be afraid to ask!

Isle of Skye Private Tour

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

The Speyside Whisky Trail is a popular tourist route in Scotland that guides visitors through the heart of the Speyside region, renowned for its high concentration of whisky distilleries. The Speyside Whisky Trail offers a unique blend of rich heritage, scenic beauty, and exquisite whisky, making it a must-visit for whisky enthusiasts and travellers alike. If there is a certain distillery you want to visit in the area, we can swap out a different one on the day as its a private experience for your party.

Speyside Whiskey Tour To the Famous Speyside Malt Whisky Trail

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Skye and the surrounds on this full-day tour from Inverness, which includes round-trip transportation. Skip the hassle of renting a car or puzzling over directions and just focus on the scenery as your guide takes care of the driving. Stop at multiple area highlights including Lochalsh, Eilean Donan Castle, Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, and others while learning about the area's history through in-depth commentary.

Full-Day Private Tour of the Isle of Skye (from Inverness)

Explore the enchanting landscape of Dundreggan on a Daily Guided Rewilding Walk. Led by knowledgeable staff, this immersive experience uncovers the rich Gaelic stories and cultural heritage of the area while providing insight into the rewilding efforts by Trees for Life. Witness the revival of Scotland’s wild forests and connect deeply with nature as you observe the flourishing ecosystem. This guided tour is perfect for nature lovers and those interested in environmental conservation, making it an educational and inspiring outing in the heart of Scotland.

Guided Rewilding Walk at Dundreggan

1 hourFree Cancellation

This is a private Highland day out designed especially for women, and always led by a female guide. It is perfect if your partner is golfing, whisky tasting, or doing a different excursion, and you would love a day that feels made for you. It offers a relaxed alternative to busy coach tours, with time for castles, coast, boutique shopping, lunch, local treats and gentle exploring at your own pace. From Dunrobin Castle and its falconry display to Dornoch’s cathedral, beach, Highland boutiques and Highland charm, the day is thoughtfully planned to feel safe, personal and indulgent, with a guaranteed return to Invergordon in plenty of time for your ship. We can also tailor this around Tee Times and from Dornoch or Tain if you are staying locally.

Highland Ladies’ Day Out from Invergordon: Castle & Dornoch

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Travel at your own pace, enjoy plenty of photo stops, and immerse yourself in Highland life with your very own Highlander Guide in a kilt. Fancy wearing a kilt or arisaid yourself? Just let us know. Cruise guests can relax knowing we’ll ensure an on-time return to port. Step into the world of Outlander, journey through locations linked to the series & the real history behind it. Visit ancient standing stones, atmospheric battlefields, historic villages, create memorable experience as your guide brings the stories, clans and Jacobite’s past to life. Discover the places that inspired scenes with Highland magic woven into the day. Perfect for fans and history lovers alike. This is a private tour for 5–7 guests departing from Inverness or Invergordon Cruise Port. For groups of 1–4, please book our 'PRIVATE Culloden & More Tour from Inverness or Invergordon'. Weather, opening hours or road conditions may affect our itinerary. We’ll offer a worthwhile alternative whenever possible.

Full-Day Outlander Experience in the Highlands 5-7 passengers

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Cycle Around Inverness 3 Day Self Guided Cycling Tour

Cycle Around Inverness 3 Day Self Guided Cycling Tour

3 daysFree Cancellation

We'll head north from Inverness, over the Kessock and Cromarty bridges then take the high road to Millionaire's View. Beautiful vistas north, east and west over the Dornoch Firth and beyond. Descending back to sea level we'll enjoy the Discovery Tour at BALBLAIR DISTILLERY, nestled on the southern shore of the Dornoch Firth, one of Scotland's best kept whisky secrets. By way of contrast, we'll head just a few miles east along the firth to GLENMORANGIE DISTILLERY. We can take their Classic tour, or simply enjoy a dram or two in their tasting rooms. A late lunch at the wonderful Platform 1864 restaurant / coffee shop in Tain then south west along the A9 to Tore. Heading west above the northern shore of the Beauly Firth to Muir of Ord, home of the GLEN ORD DISTILLERY and THE SINGLETON MALT. Here we can enjoy their Classic tour or simply sample some of their fine malts in the distillery's comfortable and contemporary tasting rooms. 1 or 2 distillery tours plus 1 or 2 tastings.

Private Whisky Tour and Tasting

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Join us on an unforgettable journey through the Scottish Highlands! Setting off from Inverness, we cross the Kessock Bridge into the stunning Black Isle, a region of rolling countryside, charming villages, and incredible wildlife. Keep watch for the famous Moray Firth dolphins! Next, we reach Invergordon, a historic naval town adorned with striking murals depicting its rich past. From there, we ascend to Millionaire’s View, a breathtaking vantage point overlooking the Kyle of Sutherland, keep an eye out for salmon making their way upstream. In Dornoch, explore a town steeped in history, home to a 13th-century cathedral, a beautiful sandy beach, and the world-famous Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Walk quaint streets and soak in the Highland charm. Finally, we arrive at Dunrobin Castle, a fairytale fortress with lavish rooms, stunning gardens, and an exhilarating falconry display. With spectacular scenery and chances to spot iconic Scottish wildlife, this journey is one to remember!

North Coast 500 Adventure Scotland Ultimate Road Trip Tour

Experience an extra small group tour of up to only 16 clients Explore some of the most gorgeous areas in the Highlands of Scotland & the Isle of Lewis and Harris Travel across the sea to the Isle of Lewis and Harris and go for gorgeous short walks in the Highlands of Scotland, see the majestic Corrieshalloch Waterfalls and gorge and drink Scotch Whisky at a Highland Whisky Distillery. While on the Isle of Lewis & Harris, you'll explore historic locations such as 5000 year old Callanish Standing Stones, 2000 year old Duncarloway Broch, a type of structure only found in Scotland. Harris is full of wonderful landscape and beaches and we'll get you out to Luskentyre, one of the most beautiful in the country. and have the best time ever on your Extra Small Group Group tour.

3 Day Isle of Lewis and Harris Tour from Inverness

3 daysFree Cancellation

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CO2-Offset Arrival from Inverness Airport INV to Inverness

20 minutesFree Cancellation

Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness

My tour is unique as I am your personal driver/guide and I am a British Army Veteran with over 25 years service in one of the most famous Scottish Highland Regiments of the British Army and I offer a tour experience like no other. You will be met by me a very experienced and knowledgeable guide dressed in kilt or full Jacobite attire. I will then spend the next 8 or maybe 9 hours with you and during this time I will regale you with stories about monsters, legends, battles, castles, heroes and villains. I guarantee that you will feel totally informed and be well entertained throughout the day. A minimum of 2 guests are required for my tours and therefore your booking may be cancelled if this requirement is not met. I will normally let you know at least 7 days in advance if this happens. If you wish to book a private tour and set your own itinerary please get in touch by either e-mail or mobile and we can negotiate a price that everyone is comfortable with. Hope to see you all soon.

Tonys Tartan Tours Best Day Trip in the Inverness Area

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Luxury Transfer Inverness to Edinburgh with Sightseeing

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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!

Private Tour to Isle of Skye from Inverness

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Set within beautiful Highland woodland near Tornagrain, our Private Woodland Hawk Walks offer a slower, more personal experience immersed in the atmosphere and natural beauty of the Highlands. Far removed from crowded tourist attractions and public group sessions, each experience is carefully tailored to create a calm, memorable encounter with birds of prey in a truly natural setting. Along the way, guests learn about falconry, local wildlife, woodland ecology, and Highland folklore, creating a deeper understanding of both the bird and the landscape. The combination of hands-on participation, peaceful surroundings, and authentic storytelling offers a memorable Highland experience that most visitors to Scotland never get the chance to enjoy.

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What are people saying about Inverness

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

Linda_G, Nov 2026

I really enjoyed my trip...

I really enjoyed my trip to Eileen Donan Castle and the Isle of Skye with Timberbush. Our driver was Alex and he was very informative, telling us lots of details, stories and folklore about all the many points of interest as we passed. It gave me a better understanding of, and also reinforced, many of the Scottish history lessons I should have absorbed better at school 😅. We covered a lot of miles but there were plenty of stops where passengers could get off the bus for visits to viewpoints, for refreshments or for toilet facilities. The scenery en-route was really very special showing the Highlands and Islands in all the gloriously rich autumn colours. This, for me, more than compensated for doing the tour in late October which meant that darkness had fallen for the last part of the trip back to Inverness. That didn’t matter - it was a super day out.

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Sedona_S, Nov 2026

Torquil!

Great experience! Honestly, when we first walked up to the van, I saw the guy in the Viking hat and thought, "I really hope he's our guide." Sure enough, Torquil was our guide, and he was absolute perfection! We couldn’t have asked for better. Having someone who truly knows the lay of the land—and makes the journey so much fun—is worth every single penny. Highly recommend!

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

Joanne_G, Oct 2026

MacDonald/MacPherson descendent

I want to thank Neil for a great all day tour to Eilean Donan Castle and Isle of Skye. Where other trips could be mostly about the history of the places, Neil shared additional information about the unique geology and landscapes of Skye, which I would not have gotten on my own. Neil also shared his stories about the similarities and differences between his home in the Orkney Islands and the Isle of Skye, and options for hiking and kayaking in and around Skye. Additionally, I appreciate Neil's friendliness and helpfulness, as well as his willingness to go the extra mile to get us to the Quiraing, when weather and expected construction projects seemed likely to keep is from such a beautiful prospect. Finally, I was looking to buy a scarf or blanket with the Isle of Skye plaid, and Neil pointed me to the right shops so I could buy both! Thank you for such a wonderful experience, Neil.

Glen Affric & Culloden Tour from Inverness Including Admissions

Joanne_G, Oct 2026

History, pop culture, flora and fauna, and "homework"

My husband and I want to thank Charlie for a terrific day tour to Clava Cairns, Culloden, Beauly Priory, and Glen Affric. We could not have had a better day! Charlie is a font of history and local knowledge and he really prepared us to understand the significance of each site, the challenges of preserving the sites, and tips on what to look for during our visits. It was a lot to pack into 8-9 hours, but we really feel like we made the most of our day. I also have to commend Charlie on his humour and encouragement to the group to enjoy our time together, pop culture references to the Outlander series, and his photography skills. :-) My husband enjoyed speaking to Charlie about the trees and vegetation in Glen Affric. Whereas, being an asthmatic, I appreciate Charlie's care and gentle encouragement to climb to the lookout in Glen Affric for the 180 degree view, as it was worth the climb! Just gorgeous ❤️ Finally, I gave Charlie some "homework", which he good naturedly accepted - finding the meaning and derivation of "Affric", and reading up on the faerie world, evidence of which seemed to be all around us at Clava Cairns and in Glen Affric

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.

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!

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)!

Skye Day Tour from Inverness with Fairy Pools & Dunvegan Castle

BoardingPass548333, Sept 2026

Magical trip

The tour is beautiful, the weather is well distributed, and our guide, Harrison, is nice, kind, fun, and very professional. The soundtrack featured many Scottish songs, further contributing to the atmosphere surrounding the Isle of Skye. I loved the tour and want to do others. I recommend!