Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
Overview
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3 hours 15 minutes
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Cruise Loch Ness and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle on this 3hour 15minute bus and boat tour from Inverness.
Depart from Inverness Bus Station, soak up the sights and relax on your guided coach, along the way you will hear some funny stories from our friendly driver - guide and join Jacobite Loch Ness cruise.
Enjoy iconic views across beautiful Loch Ness and Great Glen from the boat, and relax with a hot drink and a snack available to purchase on board.
Disembark at the castle jetty and explore the historic ruins of the Urquhart Castle for an hour, then board the bus for the scenic return trip to Inverness Bus Station via Beauly.
This tour is operated by D&E coaches.
Please note the Temptation Tour departs from Inverness Bus Station, approximately 25miles from Invergordon. Transport options between Invergordon and Inverness are limited, we strongly recommend arranging your travel to Inverness in advance to ensure you arrive on time for your tour.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note that guide dogs are the only service animals allowed.
If booking for an infant, you will required to book a seat for them and provide a car seat
This tour departs from Inverness bus station
Please note that this tour is operated by D&E coaches.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Expert guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Loch Ness boat cruise
Restroom on board
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Urquhart Castle
One of Scotland's most historic castles, perched on the banks of Loch Ness. Explore the ruins of this once stronghold, learn of its turbulent past and breathe in some of the most stunning views Loch Ness has to offer
Loch Ness
Surrounded by historical castles, monuments and breathtaking scenery of the Great Glen. The only way to see the Loch in all its glory is by boat. You've got to see it, to believe it...
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Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
Reviews
449 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good but rushing
Elaine L,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
4.00The castle is big but we only had one hour to explore which included 10 minutes finding the way back to the bus. We would enjoy more if we had more time in the castle.
Great Experience
Lorrie A,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00I liked that this tour included a boat tour on Loch Ness and not only a bus tour. Try the Highland hot chocolate.
EN account of other languages
Agustin B,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
3.00The tour is very good in terms of transport by bus and boat and the staff who work but the instructions were always given in English and NO we did not understand DErlas we were about DE miss the bus back. NO we assumed that the boat leaving the port would return to the same point but only took us to the castle and on the way back thanks to a passenger running to find us hearing that the bus was leaving without us, we did not miss the turn. Conclusion: It ES important that passengers who speak other languages receive written instructions.
Loch Ness and Castle
Conrad S,
Jul 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00We took a bus to the boat (about 20 min). The boat ride itself was an hour to the castle and then we had about an hour to tour the castle. The boat ride was pleasant and the Loch was beautiful! The bus ride back took about 50 min and the bus driver talked about the scenery and Scottish history. Overall it was a pleasant trip though the ride back was a bit long.
A fantastic experience
Robert E,
Jul 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Driver/Guide on the bus was great. Friendly, helpful and shared a lot of great detail I like when on a tour like this. The boat was similar. We had excellent weather as the rain held off for us and the river and lake waters were calm. The boat having people not stopping off at the castle presented an unusual issue I wasn’t expecting. As they weren’t themselves going to the castle, they seemed to talk loudly over the boat guide giving details about the sites in and around the castle. I would also suggest a little more time at the castle. It was a nice summer day so there was a lot of people there and you often get stuck in places while someone takes 40 pictures for their personal Instagram story and it makes it difficult to see all the details and sites around the castle grounds. I can only assume that because of all the pictures being taken, that’s why Nessie didn’t make an appearance for us. The tour itself was a fantastic experience, definitely recommend to solo travelers and groups alike.
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