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Loch Ness Tour: Explore Castles and Villages
4.8
219 Ratings
Highland Council
Embark on a one-day adventure hunting for Nessie, cruising the enigmatic Loch Ness, discovering the town of Fort Augustus, touring the lakeside ruins of Urquhart Castle, appreciating the Falls of Foyers, and strolling by Dores Beach from Inverness!
Embark on a one-day adventure hunting for Nessie, cruising the enigmatic Loch Ness, discovering the town of Fort Augustus, touring the lakeside ruins of Urquhart Castle, appreciating the Falls of Foyers, and strolling by Dores Beach from Inverness!
Duration:
8 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Dochgarroch Locks, Caledonian Canal - Your one day Loch Ness tour from Inverness departs at 08:45 and follows the beautiful Caledonian Canal to the source at Loch Ness. 24 miles long and over 700 feet deep, the loch is the largest by volume in the British Isles and is most famous for its sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as…
- Dochgarroch Locks, Caledonian Canal - Your one day Loch Ness tour from Inverness departs at 08:45 and follows the beautiful Caledonian Canal to the source at Loch Ness. 24 miles long and over 700 feet deep, the loch is the largest by volume in the British Isles and is most famous for its sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as “Nessie”. We spend most of the morning at Loch Ness, allowing you plenty of time to go Nessie-hunting! Our first stop is Dochgarroch, about 7 miles from Inverness, here you will have the option of taking a 5 Loch Ness boat trip with Jacobite Cruises who have provided Loch Ness cruises for over 40 years.
- Urquhart Castle - We will then visit the 13th century ruins of Urquhart Castle where you will have plenty of time here to explore the ruin, enjoy the visitor centre, and take in the views and atmosphere of Scotland’s most famous loch.
- Invermoriston Falls - Our Loch Ness tour then continues to Invermoriston, where we will pause to take photos of the bridge and St Columba’s Well – a well that was believed to have poisonous water until it was blessed by St Columba in AD 565, banishing the evil spirits that haunted it. That same year he supposedly had the first documented encounter with the Loch Ness Monster.
- Fort Augustus Abbey - Afterwards, we journey through to Fort Augustus, the furthermost point of your Loch Ness tour. Fort Augustus is a small town with a population of only 650 people and is a perfect spot to relax and watch boats passing through the Caledonian Canal while you enjoy your lunch!
- The Falls of Foyers - After lunch, our Loch Ness tour will begin its journey back to Inverness, stopping at the Falls of Foyers. The majestic 165ft waterfall was a favourite retreat for poet Rabbie Burns, and is truly breath-taking. Enjoy plenty of time here to soak up the atmosphere
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live commentary on board
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live commentary on board
- Knowledgeable driver-guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Attraction Tickets
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Attraction Tickets
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
Additional Information
- Minimum age is 4 years old.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
- The castle & cruise currently need to be pre-booked, details will be provided on the ticket.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after…
- Minimum age is 4 years old.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
- The castle & cruise currently need to be pre-booked, details will be provided on the ticket.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
- Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour’s departure time.
- If you are driving, we recommend parking at the Old Town Rose Street Multi-Storey Car Park, 24 Rose St, IV1 1NQ, conveniently located next to our departure point.
- Please note: the Loch Ness cruise will not be operating on the 20th and 24th December 2024. On those dates, we will stop at Fort Augustus for lunch where you will have the opportunity to view and enjoy Loch Ness.
Location
Railway Terrace
Railway Terrace, Inverness, IV1 1NW.
Look out for our coach or our sign on the lamp post.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(219 Ratings)
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L9465aqdianep
Nov 25, 2024
Great fun - Tonks was the best tour guide ever! She was so knowledgeable and fun, she really made all of it delightful. I highly recommend this tour with her.
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Johnpaulp324
Nov 9, 2024
Alex and Timberbushtours Are the best !!! - Alex was phenomenal !!! Very informative very attentive and on point with the schedule as well as personalizing the experience by talking with us all day. One of the best experiences I've ever had and will now be looking to Timberbushtours for all future trips. Thank you again !
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Anila_p
Nov 4, 2024
Nice Tour - We had a good time on this trip! Our guide Will was fun and very knowledgeable! Would recommend this tpur
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Kaitlynj134
Nov 1, 2024
Great tour - Alex was an amazing guide. He really knew his stuff and shared some amazing stories. The tour itself was great and we went to some amazing sights. It’s a great way to view more of the countryside if you don’t have a vehicle or to just get more of the history and stories behind the sights.
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Johnsmyth62
Nov 1, 2024
Day trip around Lochness looking for Nessie - Great trip, highly recommended. Our host Alex was as dry as a bone - both informative and entertaining. If you want to know about this fascinating part of the UK then sign up now.
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688janetp
Oct 26, 2024
Stevie’s the Best!!! - A fantastic trip with a wonderful tour guide and bus driver full of knowledgeable facts of every venue visited. Accompanied by a clever wit and sense of humor, he kept the tour upbeat and interesting.
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Efehymios_s
Oct 9, 2024
Excellent trip in the Highlands - Our trip to Loch Ness & the Highlands was a very nice experience. Our tour guy and bus driver (Mike) was excellent in his work ( with a nice Scottish accent) explaining to us the history and special tips of each location. If you ask me if it is worth it to do this trip, I will answer 100%.
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Jos_ram_ne402
Nov 9, 2024
Great experience - Very good tour. Chris was a fantastic guide and put a lot of effort into explaining the history of Scotland and its beatiful landscapes. I would recommend 100%
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Wagnerp994
Oct 29, 2024
Great walk, but could be better - The bus doesn 't have a bathroom and it doesn 't have a marked seat , luck if you can sit together if you 're accompanied . The spoken English is hard to understand , even for those from England , the ride is great , the biggest problem is the comfort .
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Emmacperth123
Jan 4, 2025
Your cancelled with late notice - Extremely disappointed. This company will cancel your tour with less than a days notice. I would save my money and go directly to one of Inverness local tour operators. Apparently cancelled due to low tour numbers but I would have thought they would realise this sooner and allow visitors enough time to book something else. Poor communication and no apologies when I finally got hold of them.
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