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The Complete Loch Ness Experience Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

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Overview

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English

7 hours

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No one can resist the mythical Loch Ness: its beauty evokes a sense of wonder, while its monstrous depths are legendary. On this 7-hour small-group tour, you explore all of it in the comfort of a luxury, 16 seat mini-coach. You can enjoy incredible views, learn about the historic ruins of Urquhart Castle, and explore the less frequented south roads of the loch. Even if the monster doesn't show up, you can be assured that your experienced driver-guide will bring this loch to life with beastly tales and history.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All Inverness tours will depart from the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, IV3 5NS

We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.

Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.

Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle included in the tour price

In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.

*From 1st April 2025, you will stop for lunch in Drumnadrochit.

*Please note that on 28 September, instead of the Jacobite Cruise, we will take the Clansman (one-way) cruise to Urquhart Castle in the morning, and then follow the tour route in reverse.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Professional and friendly driver guide

Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle included in the tour price

Transport in a 16-seat Mercedes luxury mini-coach

Small group (16 people max) for a more personal experience

Entrance fees unless specified

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

1

Dores

You leave Inverness and follow the Caledonian Canal to the source of the River Ness. Your guide takes you down the road less travelled to Dores, on the eastern side of the loch. This tiny village boasts a beach with the most striking vista of Loch Ness and the Great Glen rift valley. Get your camera ready for your first photos of the mysterious waters and potential monster sightings before you continue your journey.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

The Falls of Foyers

Take a walk downhill through native pine trees to see the hidden-away Falls of Foyers

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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The Complete Loch Ness Experience Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

Reviews

4.89

294 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Exceptional

    Maria P,

    Oct 6, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Helen was a fountain of knowledge anecdotes and fun . Her love for the Scottish highlands and nature is apparent. In short she was great .

  • Loved every minute of...

    Samantha C,

    Sep 30, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Loved every minute of this tour. A must book. Our tour guide Ryan was great, he had plenty of knowledge about all the areas visited. Great tour with alot of stops...wear sensible walking shoes.

  • Wonderful day looking forward to Nessie

    Penny F,

    Sep 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great experience. Alex was a knowledgeable and capable driver. Get to see the highlands at its best. Wide variety of transport options… van& boat

  • Loch Ness tour

    NANCY B,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Mick was a great tour driver, knowledgeable and funny. He shared many interesting facts about all the Loch gates, the history and the many sightings of the Lich Ness monster. Must do tour!

  • Loch Ness and surrounding area

    Susan W,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great tour with and amazing driver/tour guide named “Mick”! Only thing is that due to larger tour buses we didn’t stop at Fort Augustus.

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4.89
294 reviews
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