Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Cruise Loch Ness and explore Urquhart Castle.
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.
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
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Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
What‘s Included
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
635 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative and enjoyable trip….but a happier driver preferred.
sharonc001,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The cruise was wonderful, very informative. The castle was equally good, the movie was short but informative. The cost was definitely right for all that was included. The only off putting bit was the coach driver, maybe he has a ‘different’ sense of humour as he spent the whole journey there and back complaining about Inverness, the council, being a driver and the long shifts, women playing Shinty, and generally just rambling. He didn’t have much good to say about Inverness and made a point of saying it was once one of the happiest places to live. It not any more…..not what you want to hear ad a tourist. A lot of the time you didn’t know what he was talking about and most of the people on the bus eventually stopped listening. Apart from that, the trip was definitely worth it, the coach was clean and comfortable.
Make sure to watch the movie at the visitor centre
F1786KHjoannes,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour bus was comfortable and we appreciated stopping to see the Highland cows. Once we got to the boat it was a "cattle call", so crowded and impersonal. The young man who told us about the Loch Ness was very good. The castle is interesting and the movie about the history is a must see.
Great experience.................
RTundo,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience. The views, the nature, the guidance in the bus and by the boat. Everything and everyone equally friendly. On the boat a very nice crew, tell a nice story about the history of all buildings and nature and of course about Nessie. We were "lucky" to participate in a Coast Guard exercise. A very beautiful and unique experience. And then Urquhart Castle..... Just beautiful, gorgeous, amazing. Overall a very nice experience. Thank you guys.
Excellent tour!
Kestrel C,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience touring Loch Ness. The boat ride was fantastic and the commentary on the history and sites were top notch. The tour of the castle was also super interesting. Loved the balance of guided tour versus freedom to self discover. Perfect amount of time too - just what we were looking for!!
The tour follows the route...
Marco B,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The tour follows the proposed route. But I could be a little longer. Half an hour more would give time, without rushing, to better appreciate the castle.
One of the best tours, Loch Ness and Urquhart
Denyse B,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful half-day consisting of a cruise on Loch Ness. The cruise ends at the Castle. We have time to visit the sites before the driver-guide picks us up. He also took us to a farm where we could see and feed a Highland Coo. The guide provided us with information about the history of the region, etc. He was very interesting to listen to. Very happy with this tour.
Great Scottish experience
Stephanie K,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent excursion! Very well organized and our coach driver/guide Atis was very knowledgeable and entertaining.
Hunt for Nessie
michellemH6077IE,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely time on this outing. My 8 year old grandson loved running round the castle and watching out for Nessie while sailing. The staff are so lovely and helpful. We missed our booked sailing time due to traffic around Inverness but they we able to move us to the next sailing, which was so kind of them as my grandson was very upset at missing the sailing.
Great experience
annemarie W,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. The bus driver was very nice and gave us some wonderful tips of things to see in Inverness we otherwise wouldn't have discovered. Also enjoyed the Coo's. The timings all ran smooth, the cruise and castle were great. Would absolutely recommend.
Smooth Operation
Robert S,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00An opportunity to cruise on Loch Ness with convenient start and finish in central Inverness. Everything was well organised and ran perfectly to time.
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