Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
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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
553 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We had a great time on...
Caitlin T,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time on this tour! Our driver was Linda and she was awesome. The boat ride was beautiful and walking around the castle was enjoyable. All that and you still have half the day available? Sign me up!
Highlight of our trip!
Derek M,
Oct 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic views of Loch Ness and some nice trivia of the area! If the weather is good your driver may even take a detour to show some highland cows!
Wonderful tour
Denise M,
Oct 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide Kieran was great. The cruise was beautiful and it was fun to wonder around the castle ruins. We even got to feed a couple of Highland coos(cows) on the way back.
Awesome tour on a perfect Autumn day!
Cynthia C,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour, and Katie was a wonderful guide. She kept up an ongoing narrative during the drive from the Inverness Bus Station to the boat dock and back again after the boat tour. Very clear instructions about meet-up location after the boat tour. The Loch Ness boat tour was awesome - so incredibly peaceful, and perfect weather that day for it! Commentary was great, too. The only downside is that one hour at Urquhart Castle is not nearly long enough for exploring the site. Could easily have used twice that amount of time.
This experience was...
MarieChantal C,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00This experience was spectacular! I really enjoyed the information and Katie our tour guide was exceptional! Didn’t see the Loch Ness monster but willing to try again! Give this experience a try!
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