Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

Name: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
Price: 56.5 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.66 (596 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Cruise Loch Ness, explore Urquhart Castle & visit the Loch Ness Centre.

Operated by D&E Coaches, discover the highlights of Loch Ness on this scenic 3 and a half hour bus and boat tour.

Depart from Inverness Bus Station and relax on a guided coach journey with stories from your friendly driver-guide.

Enjoy a 1-hour Jacobite Cruise across Loch Ness, taking in the stunning views of the Great Glen with refreshments available on board.

Disembark at the castle jetty and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle for an hour.

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 To Expect

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...

1 hour • Admission Included

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 enjoy in some of the most stunning views Loch Ness has to offer

1 hour • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Loch Ness Centre entrance

Urquhart Castle entrance

WiFi on board

Expert guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Loch Ness boat cruise

Restroom on board

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Options

Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

Reviews

4.66

596 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

464

Amazing value for money
Lauren E,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Definitely good value for money. The driver guide, Kieran, was very welcoming and lovely with lots of knowledge on the coach trip. The boat trip was lovely but the host was a bit over the top and it would have been nice to just enjoy the scenery of the Loch Ness at times without the host constantly saying random jokes. It was lovely to get free time to explore the castle too and we got a bonus trip to see some highland cows so very worth it!
Valuable excursion
Karin v,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Seen and heard a lot. Well organized. Friendly people.
Fun and informative!
JulieinOz,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We joined the 2 hour Loch Ness tour with Jacobite cruises from Dochgarroch. There is lots of parking on site, with highland cows to admire close by! Everything ran very smoothly with departure on time. Commentary was easy to hear and understand, and very funny! We also experienced the crew practicing a ‘man overboard’ drill which was fascinating to watch! We cruised up to Urquhart castle and got plenty of photo opportunities. Highly recommend this professional operation.
I can't believe i saw the monster!!
Steven B,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Was a great day out visiting Loch Ness and the castle. Our tour guides were very knowledgeable and had many stories to tell.
Liked it!
Don T,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Good guides. Plenty to see. About the right amount of time.
You can't go to Inverness without doing this tour
Javier D,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Easy to book on the website, clarity of information and communication. The meeting point easy, friendly the driver and then arrival at the jetty is pleasant. The staff on board the boat were very friendly and pleasant, the trip is beautiful, Loch Ness and its landscapes are beautiful, the Castle although in ruins, looks imposing from the Loch and the visit is very charming. The return enjoyable, although the stop for the Nessy Museum I think is badly exploited, the video is too extensive and there is almost no time to visit the shops or consume a coffee; except the above, everything else, just expectacular!
Great journey on Loch Ness
558trevore,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Easy to book online. All staff were very friendly and courteous. Enjoyed the experience.
Really interesting...
Tina J,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Really interesting driver/guide on our trip. Visited Urquat Castle by boat on Loch Ness. Interesting and fun commentary on the boat. Well worth the money
Great half day excursion
LysaJohn B,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Don’t miss the castle - it’s well worth the visit! The boat cruise was scenic and relaxing. The highlight was the friendly and energetic crew!
Peaceful Cruise
Abby19931,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent views across the loch and fun facts shared aboard! Fantastic weather for the trip which also helped, a nice peaceful cruise and stroll around the castle ruins.