Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
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3 hours 30 minutes
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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...
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
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
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Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
Reviews
591 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I can't believe i saw the monster!!
Steven B,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was 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
4.00Good 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
5.00Easy 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
5.00Easy to book online. All staff were very friendly and courteous. Enjoyed the experience.
Really interesting...
Tina J,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really 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
5.00Don’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
5.00Excellent 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.
The tour was great
Sharon R,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was great., the tour guides were friendly and funny.
This was the perfect way...
Morgan D,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was the perfect way to explore Loch Ness!! I thoroughly enjoyed the boat tour and it helped that the weather was fantastic. Urquhart castle was a must and it was the perfect amount of time to explore. And the museum was a fun way to end the experience!
Loch zness boat trip
Gertie R,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The boat trip across Loch Ness was beautiful. Cozy crew on board. The castle actually turned out to be a huge ruin. The location is beautiful. The Loch Ness visitor center nicely designed. Kind of childish and dated. One goes overboard to maintain a mystery. Does it exist or not
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