Loch Ness and the Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Aberdeen

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Overview

Available languages

English

12 hours

Mobile ticket

The battles, beauty, and whisky: This is your perfect introduction to Scotland.

You shed a tear as you hear the tales and tragedies of Scotland’s Jacobite Rising at the Culloden Battlefield. You try to take your best photo as you pass by Scotland’s famous mountains and castles. And you lick your lips as you drink in the spirit of Scottish whisky in Dufftown, ‘the Whisky Capital of the World’.

What’s more, you get as close as possible to the legendary Loch Ness Monster on an optional boat trip.

So, take this trip and enjoy the best of Scotland in a day.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age is 5 years

Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.

In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.

This route may be reversed on some occasions.

Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness included in the tour price

*The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice.

The total duration of the tour includes the travel to destination, duration in each attractions and comfort breaks along the way

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach

Driver/guide

Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness included in the tour price.

Small Group Tour (16 people max)

Gratuities

Food and drinks

What To Expect

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Loch Ness

Embark on a boat cruise. Onboard the ship, you travel over the widest and deepest part of the loch and get a fine view of Urquhart Castle.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Included
2

Clava Cairns

An ancient site of tombs, stone circles, and ruins. It may also have inspired the famous ‘time portal’ in the Outlander TV series.

15 minutesAdmission Not Applicable

Options

Loch Ness and the Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Aberdeen

Reviews

4.85

156 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Our guide was very...

    Seonga M,

    Jul 24, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our guide was very knowledgeable. The smaller group setting was perfect and not as overwhelming as some larger tour groups. I would highly recommend.

  • Scottish Highlands

    Rune A,

    Jul 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Amazing experience😄Very educational and fun trip.Our guide Darrell had very good knowledge of the different areas we where traveling to.I can recommand this trip to people who want to know more about scottish history. The trip is 12-hour’s long so bring some snacks and beverage along.

  • The guide and driver were...

    AMI M,

    May 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The guide and driver were professional, and we could take frequent breaks. Overall, it was a very satisfying trip.

  • A full on day trip that...

    Carol V,

    May 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A full on day trip that covers so many different places- far more than expected. The scenery changes from high mountain passes to loch side and is absolutely stunning. The cruise on Loch Ness was the icing on the cake

  • Neil was a fantastic...

    Scott M,

    Apr 1, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Neil was a fantastic guide with a great balance of history and stories. We had him on 2 different trips and he is wonderful

From GBP 92.91

4.85
156 reviews