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The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
Viator Experience Award winning tour. Leave the city for the day and explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. Visit Eilean Donan Castle; one of Scotland's most photographed castles and cross the bridge to the scenic Isle of Skye. Visit Portree, it's village-capital and marvel in the beautiful scenic nature all in one day.
Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness
Enjoy a full-day of stunning scenery and fresh Highland air, as we travel all the way around Loch Ness and along the idyllic West Coast. Our journey reveals ancient ruins, a poignant war memorial, beautiful beaches and a hidden waterfall – with untamed mountains never far from sight. Embark on the the Jacobite Steam Train for a magical 2-hour ride along beautiful coastal scenery and over the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct. Made famous by the Harry Potter films, and voted one of the world’s most scenic railways, this is a trip you’ll never forget!
Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness
Explore the facinating Isle of Skye on a full-day trip from Inverness Taking in spectacular Highland scenery, your tour passes Loch Ness and the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle before reaching Skye and the chance to visit the Fairy Pools
2-Day Tour to Isle of Skye, The Fairy Pools & Highland Castles
This 2-day tour with an overnight stay in Portree takes you to some of the most spectacular sites on the island whilst passing through some of the most beautiful highland scenery. We begin our journey at Loch Carron for a photo stop. After a drive through spectacular island scenery, we arrive at Dunvegan Castle. Take time here to explore the castle and its history. Next we drive to the imposing and dramatic Quiraing mountain range. Before we take in Kilt Rock, Lealt Falls, and the Old Man of Storr. Our overnight stay will be in Portree. The next day we depart Portree to the Fairy Pools. Bring a pair of walking boots to help you reach them. Following stops at Sligachan and Sconser, we head to Broadford where you can enjoy lunch and look for wildlife like otters, seals and even killer whales. Then, it’s onto our 2nd castle of the tour - Eilean Donan. Explore the atmospheric surroundings and take some great photos. We return back to Inverness via Fort Augustus at Loch Ness.
Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views
Discover the mystery surrounding Loch Ness on a 1-hour cruise from Clansman Harbour. Situated only a twenty minutes’ drive from central Inverness, Loch Ness is one of the world’s most famous lakes. Climb aboard a cruise boat and make your way across the mysterious loch, taking in awe-inspiring natural vistas of lush greenery and rambling hills. Admire views of the romantic ruins of Urquhart Castle and, with the boat’s sonar system, join in the quest for the loch’s most famous resident, Nessie, the 'Loch Ness Monster.'
Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
Cruise across Loch Ness and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle on this 3 hour 15 minute bus and boat tour from Inverness. Depart from Inverness Bus Station, soak up the sights and relax on your guided coach travelling to our harbour. 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 from our Monster Menu. Disembark at the castle jetty and explore the historic ruins of the Urquhart Castle, but don't let the castle keep you longer than 1 hour as your driver-guide will be waiting on you to re-join the tour for sightseeing return trip to Inverness Bus Station. Please note that this tour is operated by D&E coaches.
Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness
We leave behind the ‘Capital of the Highlands’, for a full-day adventure to the magical Isle of Skye. We drive along the world-famous Loch Ness - home of the elusive monster – and onwards through the mountains towards the west coast. Majestic mountains give way to vast sea lochs, once used by Vikings as an access route to our lands. We stop at the romantic Eilean Donan Castle with time for you to explore inside. After crossing the Skye Bridge, learn about the island’s myths and legends, as well as the true tales of rival clans and a fugitive prince. Enjoy lunch in the main town of Portee and visit the colourful harbor. Explore the Isle of Skye’s stunning coastline, and marvel at the Old Man of Storr, Lealt Falls, and Kilt Rock. Take in the last of Skye’s otherworldly landscape as we drive through the Highlands back to Inverness.
Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness
Depart central Inverness and journey to the world-famous Loch Ness, where you will join a 1-hour 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.
Scotland Whisky Distilleries and Tasting Private Day Tour by Luxury Car
Tour with a knowledgeable and passionate born and bred Scottish Highlander who will entertain you with stories and anecdotes about growing up and living in in the Scottish Highlands. Private whisky tastings from at beautiful locations throughout the day. Chocolate paired whisky tastings showcasing new and old whiskies and how they can be enjoyed with different chocolates. A comfortable luxury BMW X5 vehicle to see the Highlands in style and go places other tour vehicles can only dream of going. Enjoy an elevated vantage point so that you can see more of the beautiful Scottish Highland scenery throughout your tour. Chilled bottled water plus Scottish snacks and soft drinks included.
Loch Ness,Culloden Battlefield,Cawdor Castle & Much More From Inverness City
HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS Whether you are looking for 1 day tours from Inverness or simply trying to take in as many of the beautiful sights as possible , our Loch Ness tour from Inverness is sure to captivate like no other. Our friendly local guide will pick you up from your place of stay and take you on a tour to remember around some of the most famous, historic and culturally significant From Inverness we will travel to Loch Ness, home of the romantic and brooding Urquhart Castle (as well as a certain legendary monster!) The tour then turns towards the historic Beauly Priory, before arriving at the Glen Ord Distillery, one of the last remaining single malt scotch whisky distilleries on the Black Isle. Take in the historic and dramatic Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns, before heading for nearby Cawdor Castle. Round off your tour in Inverness with St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Ness Islands, before being dropped off at your place of stay.
Attractions in Inverness
- Isle of Skye
- Loch Ness
- Culloden Battlefield
- Fort Augustus
- Urquhart Castle (Caisteal na Sròine)
- Clava Cairns
- Inverness Castle
- Cawdor Castle and Gardens
- Glen Ord Distillery
- Caledonian Canal
- Fort George
- Eden Court Theatre and Cinema
- Inverness Cathedral (St. Andrew's Cathedral)
- Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition
- Rogie Falls
- Corrieshalloch Gorge
- Old High Church (Old High St. Stephen’s)
- River Ness (Abhainn Nis)
- Inverness Botanic Gardens (Floral Hall)
- Merkinch Local Nature Reserve
- Chanonry Point
- Whin Park
- Inverewe (Inverewe Garden & Estate)
- Tomnahurich (Fairy Hill)
- Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage & Museum
- Nessieland