Loch Ness Cruise with Urquhart Castle Exploration: A Scenic Journey from Inverness
4.6
292 Ratings
Bus Station

Embark on a scenic journey from Inverness as you cruise across Loch Ness and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle. Join our guided bus and boat tour for a memorable 3 hour 15 minute adventure.

Duration: 3 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Urquhart Castle - One of Scotland’s most historic castles, perched on the banks of Loch Ness. Explore the ruins of this once stronghold, learn of its turbulent past and breathe in some of the most stunning views Loch Ness has to offer
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Expert guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Loch Ness boat cruise
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

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.

  • Please note that guide dogs are the only service animals allowed.
  • If booking for an infant, you will required to book a seat for them and provide a car seat
  • This tour departs from Inverness bus station
  • Please note that this tour is operated by D&E coaches.
Location
Bus Station
Margaret Street
Margaret St, Inverness, Inverness-Shire IV1 1LT
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(292 Ratings)
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Damian_a
Sep 3, 2024
Excellent trip, well worth the money - The whole trip was excellent and well worth it. Mike the coach driver was very knowledgable and had a good sense of humour. The crew on the boat were very informative and professional.
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Cassie_b
Sep 2, 2024
Best part of our vacation - Everything about this trip was perfect. We had a beautiful day on Loch Ness, the crew on the boat were amazing. Having the castle tour at the end was a great addition. Our bus driver Michael was kind, informative, and on time. Highly recommend this trip, 100% worth it!
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Alandx869ic
Sep 1, 2024
Would recommend this - a great way to see Loch Ness - The coach driver, Michael, who took us to the boat then collected us from the castle was brilliant. He gave us a commentary full of information and humour. The boat was comfortable and well equipped, the crew gave us very good information about the Loch and history of it and the castle.
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589berto
Aug 31, 2024
A wonderful trip on Loch Ness. - A beautiful trip across Loch Ness, with clear explanations about the lake along the way: origin, size, histories the monster. Friendly and helpful staff. Easy to book online, good sailing location. The castle has been a ruin for 300 years, but it is nice to see and has a nice view of the lake.
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Steve_b
Aug 31, 2024
Great Way to see Loch Ness - The driver/guide Linda has lots of interesting facts about the area. Beautiful scenery all along the way.
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D6012zcmargaretc
Aug 28, 2024
Enjoyable Day - Our bus driver Michael was fabulous, very informative and friendly. The cruise was enjoyable & a great way to see the area from a different view. The whole trip was well organised & ran smoothly. Highly recommend
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Stuart
Aug 28, 2024
Monster Fun - Poking over the phone was hassle free and very quick, the. On the day Jamie and the crew were brilliant. Very informative and numerous at the same time. The boat was spacious clean and we thoroughly enjoyed our trip. Thank you Jamie.
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481gingerg
Aug 27, 2024
Loved the boat ride. - Exciting day on the water. Enjoyed the guides and appreciated the natural beauty in Loch Ness. Scotland is a beautiful place.
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Denise
Aug 24, 2024
Wonderful! - Tour guide / bus driver Linda was so enthusiastic and informative, friendly, and fun! I learned so much about the history, plants, food, restaurants, and sites to see in Inverness. I must come back to see more! It was just the right amount of time at Urquhart Castle. And what a surprise when the Coast Guard emergency rescue helicopter performed a training exercise and landed a first responder on our ferry in a training exercise!
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Tifales
Aug 24, 2024
Stress-free, informative, fun tour - This tour was stress-free way to see Loch Ness and get to walk around Urqhart castle ruins. Guides were excellent - Linda (bus) gave tons of interesting info on the way to/from the boat so even the bus ride was great.
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