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Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour

Recommended by 92% of travelers
Invergordon, Scotland
  • 5 hours 6 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

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.
  • Wi-Fi is available on board—upload your photos to Instagram immediately
  • Learn about the rich local culture of the Highlands as you travel
  • Spot local wildlife from the window, and keep an eye out for deer and birds of prey
  • Your chance to try and find Nessie!

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Local Driver/Guide
  • Fun Day
  • WiFi on board
  • Entry Fees to Urquhart Castle at
    £16.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

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End point

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Arranged start time

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  • 12/04/2019 - 05/20/2027

    Monday - Saturday : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Itinerary

1

Dochgarroch

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

The Loch Ness Centre

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

3

Urquhart Castle

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

Beauly Priory

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6
based on 13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great experience and...

Rachelle_H, Jul 2025
Great experience and awesome, and knowledgeable guide. Alistair was great and had such a wealth of experience that he enthousiastically shared. It was a memorable day.

Loch Ness day out

John_D, Jul 2025
A great day out. Our guide and driver Roger was very knowledgeable. He even changed the itinerary slightly to avoid the crowds and we saw Cawdor Castle which was fascinating

Great tour!

Carlos_P, Jul 2025
We had a fantastic time touring with Johnny! He was not only an excellent and accommodating guide but also incredibly thoughtful — he even offered to take us to places that weren’t originally part of the tour, just to make our experience more special. To our surprise, Johnny is also a Scottish country singer! So if you enjoy a bit of country music while exploring, he’s your guy. The tour felt relaxed, fun, and personal from start to finish. Highly recommended!

Emil was a delightful...

Alyssa_R, Aug 2023
Emil was a delightful driver - safe, friendly, and knowledgable. He was flexible with our itinerary and accommodating of an early departure. Would book again!

Not for history buffs

Christa_H, Jul 2023
Tour guide was very accommodating and kind. VW bus for transportation which was clean and comfortable. Great way to see the sites. If you are a history buff and wanting the history of the area, this is not for you. Basic transportation with nice conversation.

Johnny Rocks!

Richard_A, Mar 2023
Johnny was the utmost congenial person my wife and I have met in a long time. He is an asset to your team and he was fun doing this tour with us. He even told me a shop to get a Kilt from.

awesome

plumbtekchicago, Sep 2022
i cannot say enough for this tour and our guide. he made it the best time i've experienced. i recommend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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