Explore Loch Ness in half a day with a private tour, local guide, and award-winning gin. Perfect for spotting Nessie and enjoying stunning scenery.
Explore Loch Ness in half a day with a private tour, local guide, and award-winning gin. Perfect for spotting Nessie and enjoying stunning scenery.
- Dochgarroch - A favored spot for boaters, locals, and tourists alike, Dochgarroch is a stunning and bustling hub where the River Ness and the Caledonian Canal converge and flow into the Head of Loch Ness. Visitors can spot our famous Highland Cows here before heading up the loch to Urquhart Castle.
- Urquhart Castle - The current ruins date…
- Dochgarroch - A favored spot for boaters, locals, and tourists alike, Dochgarroch is a stunning and bustling hub where the River Ness and the Caledonian Canal converge and flow into the Head of Loch Ness. Visitors can spot our famous Highland Cows here before heading up the loch to Urquhart Castle.
- Urquhart Castle - The current ruins date from the 13th to the 16th centuries, built on the site of an earlier medieval fortification. Established in the 13th century, Urquhart played a significant role in the Scottish independence wars during the 14th century. It later served as a royal castle and was frequently raided by the MacDonald Clan. In 1509, the castle was granted to the Clan Grant, though conflicts with the MacDonalds persisted. Despite further raids, the castle was fortified but largely abandoned by the mid-17th century. In 1692, Urquhart was partially destroyed to prevent its use by Jacobite forces and subsequently fell into decay. Perched on a headland overlooking Loch Ness, it is one of Scotland’s largest castles by area.
- Drumnadrochit - This village on the shores of Loch Ness is famously known as the home of the Loch Ness Monster. Drumnadrochit is filled with novelty shops offering Scottish clan items and other traditional Scottish goods.
- Great Glen Distillery - The tour also includes a visit to Great Glen Gin Distillery, Scotland’s smallest distillery, where they offer complimentary tastings of their world award-winning gin made from the waters of Loch Ness, providing a true taste of Nessie.
- Invermoriston Falls - Here, the burn cascades over rock bands in a determined journey to nearby Loch Ness. While not the tallest waterfalls, standing here allows you to truly appreciate the beauty of your surroundings, with a spectacular view from the overhanging summer house.
- Fort Augustus - Following the Jacobite rising in 1715, General Wade constructed a fort (from 1729 to 1742) named after the Duke of Cumberland. Wade intended to build a town around the new barracks, calling it Wadesburgh. The settlement grew and eventually adopted the fort’s name. Located at the end of Loch Ness on the Great Glen Fault, it is a picturesque location with its upper canal locks. Visitors can enjoy lunch and the serene scenery on their Loch Ness journey.
- General Wade’s Military Roads - A viewpoint stop on the trip offers a breathtaking view of miles of rugged Highland terrain and multiple lochs from General Wade’s Military Road. The sight in person is more stunning than any person or camera can capture.
- The Falls of Foyers - The Falls of Foyers are two waterfalls on the River Foyers, which feeds Loch Ness. Located on the lower portion of the River Foyers, they consist of the upper falls, with a 46-foot drop, and the lower falls, which drop 98 feet. Surrounded by woodlands and wildlife, visitors can truly enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature. Reaching the falls involves a steady staircase down the hill, but the nature reserve can be admired from the top just off the road.
- Dores Beach - On the return to Inverness, Dores Beach offers one of the best viewpoints of Loch Ness. From here, you can see all the way down the famous Loch, making it a favorite spot for those hoping to catch a glimpse of Nessie. Situated on Dores Beach is the only pub on Loch Ness, where you can enjoy a pint to round off your day on the Loch Ness tour.

- Private Comfortable Vehicle
- Local Guide
- Free Gin Tasting
- Snacks & Water
- Customizable to your Taste (within reasonable distance)
- Umbrella’s
- Private Comfortable Vehicle
- Local Guide
- Free Gin Tasting
- Snacks & Water
- Customizable to your Taste (within reasonable distance)
- Umbrella’s
- Castle Admission
- Lunch
- Castle Admission
- Lunch
Experience a complete tour around Loch Ness in just half a day, approximately 6 hours. Enjoy a glimpse of the Scottish Highlands, from the renowned Urquhart Castle to the stunning landscapes of Loch Ness. Delight in our locally produced, world award-winning gin. This tour is ideal for those with limited time who wish to explore Loch Ness and perhaps…
Experience a complete tour around Loch Ness in just half a day, approximately 6 hours. Enjoy a glimpse of the Scottish Highlands, from the renowned Urquhart Castle to the stunning landscapes of Loch Ness. Delight in our locally produced, world award-winning gin. This tour is ideal for those with limited time who wish to explore Loch Ness and perhaps catch a glimpse of Nessie, the legendary Loch Ness Monster.
- Local Guide
- Private Tour
- Comfortable Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Customizable to Your Preferences (within reasonable distance)
- Time for any Lunch period guests may want has been time managed into the tour.
- Total travelling time has been included in total time.
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.