Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

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Overview

Available languages

German
Portuguese
Chinese
English
Italian
French
Spanish

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Depart central Inverness on this small-group tour and journey to the world-famous Loch Ness, where you will join a cruise to view the ruins of the 13th century, Urquhart Castle. Entrance to Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness Cruise is included. Free time to enjoy lunch in one of the charming local cafés in beautiful Beauly and walk it off exploring Beauly Priory; featured in the Outlander novel series.

Enjoy a Highland whisky experience, where you have the option of sampling a wee dram.

Listen to tales of the Jacobite rebellions and the brutal Battle of Culloden, on our visit to Culloden Battlefield. Outlander fans will love the mysterious burial chambers and standing stones at Clava Cairns. When you’ve heard the harrowing history behind the Outlander story, you might not want to travel back in time to meet Jamie Fraser after all! Return to Inverness in the early evening.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.

Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.

Minimum age to travel is 5 years old

In cases of extreme weather, the Loch Ness boat cruise may be cancelled on short notice. If you have purchased ticket for this you will be refunded.

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.

If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Loch Ness Cruise (30mins)

Local Scottish English Speaking Guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Urquhart Castle Entrance

Food and Drink

Culloden Battlefield Exhibition (buy on site)

Gratuities

Highland Whisky Experience

What To Expect

1

Urquhart Castle

Take a cruise on the Loch and explore the ruins of the 13th century Urquhart Castle, or enjoy the views from a nearby village* *cruise time varies depending on weather conditions

30 minutesAdmission Not Included
2

Beauly Priory

Free time to enjoy lunch in one of the charming local cafés in beautiful Beauly and walk it off exploring Beauly Priory; used in the filming of Outlander.

1 hour 10 minutesAdmission Not Applicable

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Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

Reviews

4.92

1,023 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great guides and comfortable van!

    Liza J,

    Jul 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The guides were wonderful! They helped me tackle all I wanted to see in the highlands in one day. Very kind and made everyone comfortable. Drama free. Great storytelling and easy transport. Thank you!

  • Great day trip!

    Kathy L,

    Jul 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Craig was excellent! We also thoroughly enjoyed all the stops. If you are short on time and want to see a lot of scenery and culture near Inverness, this is a fun tour option!

  • Well Scheduled Tour!

    cdeergo,

    Jul 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Tour guide was very good. Excellent tour which enabled my adult daughter and I to see more than we would have on our own.

  • Loch Ness and More!

    Randy S,

    Jul 3, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Much more than advertised! We also stopped at a great farm and met some fuzzy cows, and got to taste some whiskey at a distillery. Also had a lot more time at the castle than we thought we would, and it is amazing. Our driver gave us lots of stories about the history of the Highlands, lots of suggestions on places to go and eat as well. He was awesome!!

  • Amazing day!

    Jessica B,

    Jun 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    If you have one day in the highlands, this is the tour to do. Group was small and manageable, about 16 of us total and we had time on our own for lunch and exploring the different sites. Our tour guide Emily was amazing and kept us laughing all day. Definitely the tour to choose!

From GBP 86

4.92
1,023 reviews