Private Tour
Loch Ness Tour: Day Trip to Loch Ness, Outlander Sites and More
Overview
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Discover top Highlands attractions, including Loch Ness and sites featured in the Outlander series, with this private guided tour from Inverness or Invergordon. Visit the local sites with your local guide around the Inverness area, from the famous Loch Ness to Outlander sites Clava Cairns, Culloden and more and learn the history of the Scottish Clans. Try our world award winning local Gin and Whisky. A fun full day of things to see and try all in one day for guests wanting a full taste of the highlands with a short time frame.
Local Guide
Private Tour
Comfortable Air Conditioned Vehicle
Customisable to your Taste (within reasonable distance)
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Time for any Lunch period guests may want has been time managed into the tour.
Total travelling time has been included in total time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private Comfortable Vehicle
Snacks & Water
Local Guide
Free Gin Tasting
Whisky Tours & Tasting’s
Lunch
Urquhart Castle
What To Expect
Urquhart Castle
The present ruins date from the 13th to the 16th centuries, though built on the site of an early medieval fortification. Founded in the 13th century, Urquhart played a role in the wars of Scottish independence in the 14th century. It was subsequently held as a royal castle and was raided on several occasions by the MacDonald Clan. The castle was granted to the Clan Grant in 1509, though conflict with the MacDonalds continued. Despite a series of further raids the castle was strengthened, only to be largely abandoned by the middle of the 17th century. Urquhart was partially destroyed in 1692 to prevent its use by Jacobite forces, and subsequently decayed. The castle, situated on a headland overlooking Loch Ness, is one of the largest in Scotland in size of area.
Inverness Cathedral
Inverness Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew, is a cathedral of the Scottish Episcopal Church situated in the city of Inverness in Scotland close to the banks of the River Ness. The Cathedral dating back to 1869 with its Gothic Style architecture along with its cherry blossoms outside and stained-glass windows inside makes it a beautiful stop for visitors before heading to/from Loch Ness.
Options
Private Group Vehicle Tour 5-7
Minibus
Pickup included
Private Group Vehicle Tour 1-4
Car/Minibus
Pickup included
Private Vehicle 1-4, 2nd Car
Private Vehicle 1-4 Passengers
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly Recommended!!
Joseph M,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00John and Tony (father and son) seem like great people. John took us around to all the sites on our list and even more. We loved how informative the tour was and we even got a special treat at the end. Thanks John!
Tony is great! He...
Anna P,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Tony is great! He contacted me ahead of time to let me know about the whole cruise port change of location and made it so easy for us to find him. He worked on timing things so we could see the most things with the least amount of crowding. He took us on back streets so we could see some Clydesdales. ( My friend is a horse whisperer) He even shared some special treats with us at Loch Ness. It was a great experience and I would highly recommend Tony for your private excursion.
Great tour
Amy S,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a lot of fun with our guide (despite a few off color jokes he told) - he showed us the great Loch Ness spots, took us to a great gin distillery, Cawdor Castle and more.
Great tour!
Ray B,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00George was excellent. Very knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. Met him exactly as explained and the tour was fantastic.
Fantastic all around!
ChristinaMunro,
Jun 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00We booked this last minute due to a change in cruise stops and they accommodated us very quickly. Mark was eager to show us the beautiful highlands and have us a fantastic tour. He was extremely helpful with my elderly mother and made the day an absolutely delightful memory. The owner Tony checked in and made sure everything was good and he made today happen. Thank you to both Mark and Tony. I highly highly recommend them.
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