INVERNESS
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The 10 highest-rated things to do in and around Inverness, from Loch Ness day trips and Speyside whisky runs to the Jacobite Steam Train across Glenfinnan Viaduct. Pick a day, find an operator, see what it costs.
Coach from Inverness, Loch Ness cruise, and Urquhart Castle ruins in one tight 3.5-hour trip with Nessie-focused fun.
“really enjoyed Linda's commentary she was really lovely and gave so much information. loved the cruise kieran was a brilliant guide and weather was ok by Scottish standards. wish we had more time at Urquhart castle though.”
One day, two icons of Scotland: Isle of Skye viewpoints plus Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness, guided with easy transport.
“Alex was an excellent tour guide. Informative and willing to explain what the Gaelic words mean. Would recommend!”
Inverness to Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle. Loch Ness pass-by, Portree free time, Storr, Kilt Rock and Quiraing.
“I had a wonderful trip on 17th February. I traveled to different places, but my most memorable spot was Portree, where I found a nice place next to the beach for us to relax. My guide was very kind and had excellent time management skills.”
Inverness day trip with a Loch Ness cruise, Urquhart Castle entry, and Outlander sites at Beauly Priory and Clava Cairns, plus Culloden.
“If you cannot guarantee that you can arrive at the departure meeting point at the required timeframe then DO NOT BOOK THIS EXCURSION. While we were aware of their strict departure time at time of booking it wasn’t until the morning of the tour that we were advised of how far away from the cruise…”
Small-group day trip from Inverness to Skye and Eilean Donan Castle: Loch Ness, guided castle, Portree lunch, Storr, Quiraing.
“I had such a fun time on the tour! Everything was really well organized, and we were taken care of from start to finish. Our guide Craig was hilarious — he kept the whole group laughing with their jokes and stories, but also made sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time.”
Inverness to the Scottish Highlands by guide and bus, plus the Jacobite Steam Train Fort William to Mallaig with Loch Ness stops.
“It was a beautiful day. Weather was wonderful. I took the Highlands Experience Tours Hogwarts Express tour. Harrison was our guide. He was charismatic, charming, and engaging. He knew a great deal of the sites history. He has a wonderful taste in music that I really respected. I've been on many tours and this was…”
A 2-hour Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal cruise from Dochgarroch, with live narration, castle views, and a sonar-style Nessie search.
“Great commentary and comfortable boat, a really pleasant way to experience Loch Ness what ever the time of the year”
Ultimate Isle of Skye day tour from Inverness with Loch Ness views, Portree, Fairy Pools, and story-led guiding in a small group.
“Andrew was an incredible driver and guide. His knowledge of Scottish and English history is excellent and he made the historical connections easy to understand. The enthusiasm Andrew has for his work is incredible as we felt that our tour was the best tour that we have taken so far. We would book another tour…”
1-hour Loch Ness cruise from Clansman Harbour: free Wi‑Fi, onboard sonar for Nessie, and Urquhart Castle views.
“Its a boat ride out on the loch. You get to see the castle ruins from the boat or you can pay extra to get off to see the ruins up closer. Theres not a lot more to see unless you really believe you might see a monster.”
Private Isle of Skye day trip from Inverness with Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle, Old Man of Storr, and time in Portree.
“Mike was super fun and kept us laughing and interested all day long. The scotch was fantastic and we were lucky enough to have a brilliant weather!”
