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Loch Ness Tour: Explore Castles and Villages
4.8
224 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
- Urquhart Castle - The one-day Loch Ness tour from Inverness begins at 08:45, following the scenic Caledonian Canal to its source at Loch Ness. Spanning 24 miles and reaching depths of over 700 feet, this loch is the largest by volume in the British Isles and is renowned for sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately called “Nessie.” The…
- Urquhart Castle - The one-day Loch Ness tour from Inverness begins at 08:45, following the scenic Caledonian Canal to its source at Loch Ness. Spanning 24 miles and reaching depths of over 700 feet, this loch is the largest by volume in the British Isles and is renowned for sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately called “Nessie.” The morning is spent at Loch Ness, providing ample time for Nessie-hunting! The first stop is Urquhart Castle (optional extra), where visitors can explore the 13th-century ruins, enjoy the visitor centre, and take in the stunning views and atmosphere of Scotland’s most famous loch.
- Fort Augustus - The tour then proceeds to Fort Augustus, the furthest point of the Loch Ness tour. Here, there is an opportunity to enjoy a relaxing hour-long boat cruise (optional extra) across Loch Ness with Cruise Loch Ness. Afterward, visitors can have lunch in the quaint town, which has a population of just 650 people, making it an ideal spot to unwind and watch boats navigate the Caledonian Canal.
- The Falls of Foyers - Following lunch, the tour heads back to Inverness, stopping at the Falls of Foyers. This magnificent 165ft waterfall, a favorite retreat of poet Rabbie Burns, is truly awe-inspiring. There is ample time to enjoy the atmosphere before the tour continues to the village of Dores for a visit to Dores Beach on the eastern shores of Loch Ness.
- Dores Beach - Visitors can spend a short time strolling along the pebble-strewn shoreline before boarding the coach for the final return journey to Inverness, where the Loch Ness day tour concludes.
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
(224 Ratings)
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125sophie
Mar 5, 2025
The perfect way to see Loch Ness - We booked this trip last minute while in Inverness as we were dying to see Loch Ness. From the minute the bus pulled up, it was a great experience. Our tour guide for the day was Tonks and she made the trip - she was so knowledgeable, her love for Scotland was obvious and she made everyone feel comfortable and welcome. The trip itself was perfect (bear in mind the 'extras' such as entry into the castle and the boat tour you have to still pay for) but being bright around the entire circumference of Loch Ness all day made everything so easy. I would highly recommend Timberbush Tours and would definitely look to go on another adventure with them in the future.
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454olivos
Feb 18, 2025
Great - Alex was very informative and very friendly. I loved the places we went to, Scotland is out of this world. Thanks for all!
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A9067pifranciscol
Feb 1, 2025
Great experience - The tour was great
Notting bad to tell. The tour guide was Nice, the places we stop were beautiful and we had time to do everything without rush
Overall we enjoyed very mutch and definently worth it
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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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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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Newkidz0
Feb 2, 2025
Cancelled by business - Cancelled a day before the trip after asking me to purchase a separate ticket for admissions into a castle. - Booked with Rabbies instead, much more reliable. Waiting for my refund.
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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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