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9 top things to do in the Scottish Highlands

From Inverness: Loch Ness Guided Day Trip

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From Inverness: Loch Ness Guided Day Trip
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Experience the dramatic beauty of Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands on a day trip from Inverness by bus. Take scenic walks or enjoy an optional 1-hour boat cruise to look for the Loch Ness Monster.

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Duration 7 hours
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Sandra – Ireland

Most enjoyable and worthy. It was greatly enhanced by our guide Ami. Her knowledge , attitude any erudite disposition was valued.

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Julia – United States

Nick is the best! He is friendly and funny and full of interesting stories. We loved all the stops on the trip and the background info Nick provided about them. We booked the trip for the boat ride on the loch, but the activities leading up to it were so much better! We highly recommend the trip, especially if you can get Nick as your guide.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    1 Ardross St

  • Caledonian Canal

    Pass by

  • Dores

    Break time, Photo stop

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    Foyers

    Walk, Scenic views on the way

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    Fort Augustus

    Break time, Photo stop, Lunch

  • Invermoriston

    Walk

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    Loch Ness

    Boat cruise

  • Arrive back at:

    1 Ardross St

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands on a guided day trip from Inverness
  • Discover some of the picturesque villages on the shores of Loch Ness
  • Enjoy scenic nature walks and coffee breaks in the villages of Foyers and Dores
  • Stroll through the historic grounds of Urquhart Castle perched on the loch
  • Take an optional cruise across Loch Ness looking for the legendary monster

Full description

Discover the iconic Loch Ness on a guided day trip from Inverness. Admire the fantastic views of the Loch and learn about its legends and secrets as you explore the scenic surroundings.

Depart Inverness and follow the Caledonian Canal to the source of the River Ness. Head to the lesser-visited shoreline of Dores, located on the eastern side of the loch for a striking vista of Loch Ness and the Great Glen rift valley.

Just a short drive away is your next stop, the forest community of Foyers. Walk downhill through native pine trees to see the hidden-away Falls of Foyers. Admire the views of this stunning waterfall was a favorite spot for Robert Burns, widely regarded as Scotland's national poet.

Invigorated after a visit to the falls, continue south along single-track roads through a densely forested landscape. Arrive at Fort Augustus, where you can purchase lunch and take a picture of the boats coming in through the Caledonian Canal.

Next, you venture to Invermoriston, where you can take a short walk to an old summerhouse with views of the river Moriston. Throughout the adventure keep your eyes peeled for the monster or breath-taking vistas as we continue along the banks of Loch Ness.

Explore the grounds of Urquhart Castle, the setting for some of the most dramatic chapters in Scottish history. Get closer to the mystery on an hour-long cruise on Loch Ness, before returning to Inverness in the early evening.

Includes

  • Transportation by air-conditioned mini-bus
  • Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness
  • Urquhart Castle entry fee
  • Guide
  • Driver
  • Nature walks
  • Entrance to visitor attractions
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 5 years

Meeting point

Please meet your guide at the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, Inverness, IV3 5NS.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage

Know before you go

  • It is recommended that you wear clothing and footwear suitable for the tour
  • Minimum age to participate is 5 years
  • From 1st April 2025, you will stop for lunch in Drumnadrochit
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From $124.65 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 558 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Sandra – IrelandMarch 29, 2025 – Verified booking
Most enjoyable and worthy. It was greatly enhanced by our guide Ami. Her knowledge , attitude any erudite disposition was valued.
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Julia – United StatesMarch 27, 2025 – Verified booking
Nick is the best! He is friendly and funny and full of interesting stories. We loved all the stops on the trip and the background info Nick provided about them. We booked the trip for the boat ride on the loch, but the activities leading up to it were so much better! We highly recommend the trip, especially if you can get Nick as your guide.
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Rachel – United StatesMarch 25, 2025 – Verified booking
We had an awesome guide, Alec, who was super knowledgeable and entertaining! It was a wonderful day tour!

Product ID: 98445

Activity provider:Rabbie's Small Group Tours
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