Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

Overview

Available languages

German

Portuguese

Chinese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Depart central Inverness 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. 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.

Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5.

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.

Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus.

The tour may operate with our sister company, HAGGiS Adventures.

The order of the itinerary route is subject to change.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Urquhart Castle

Take a cruise* on the Loch and explore the ruins of the 13th century Urquhart Castle. *cruise time is approx 30mins and varies depending on weather conditions

1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Included

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 • Admission Not Applicable

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

Options

Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

Reviews

4.91

1,458 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1376

Great day tour!
E3797GNryanl,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great day tour and great way to see some of the major sites near Inverness. Would highly recommend it! Iain did a great job and we had a wonderful day!
The only correct way to spend a day out from Inverness
Explore58261313631,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience, wonderful guide (Martin!!) and it was a lovely journey around the Ness and seeing more of the Scottish Highlands (of course there's coo). Thank you for the wonderful experience up from Inverness!
Amazing tour and guide
OrRanga,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a fantastic tour, our guide Martin was just great, so knowledgeable and a great storyteller. Urquhart Castle even blessed us with a double rainbow. Tina and Alanna Cannon from Tasmania
Awesome trip with Martin!
Connector55426129637,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Martin was an awesome guide, really humorous while also sharing about the places we visited
Good
993ngd,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great guide, nice cruise, fantastic views
A great day of Scottish history
Quest685127,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A wonderful day taking in the sights and history of Scotland. From Loch Ness to Culloden we were immersed in the history of the highlands of Scotland from the very first stop. It was a fabulous day with our tour guide Iain. Well worth the time and money spent. Highly recommend!
Great day trip near Inverness
mollyz891,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great way to see a lot of sights without needing to drive. Iain gave a lot of history between stops that was great to fully understand everywhere we visited.
Great tour
209andressap,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Craig, our guide, was great!!!
Pleasant
Patrícia P,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Pleasant travel stops with free time to walk and visit...
Fantastic Experience!!
Gertie1999,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a FANTASTIC time!! Iain was an AMAZING guide and the scenery and places we visited were amazing and very memorable!! And fees were reasonable and time spent well!