About this experience
Spend a day hunting for Nessie, cruising on Loch Ness, and exploring the village of Fort Augustus on this trip from Inverness. Visit the ruins of Urquhart Castle, Foyers falls, and Dores Beach.
Highlights
- Admire the spectacular ruins of Urquhart Castle
- Wander the sandy shoreline of Dores Beach on the banks of the loch
- Stop at the majestic Falls of Foyers - a 165ft waterfall loved by Robert Burns
- Hunt for Nessie on beautiful Loch Ness
- Explore the picturesque village of Fort Augustus
What's included
- Transportation in modern air-conditioned bus
- Live commentary
- Driver-guide
- Digital written translations
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Try to catch a glimpse of the Loch Ness Monster on this day trip from Inverness. Board an airconditioned coach and travel to iconic Highlands locations like Fort Augustus, the Caledonian Canal, and Invermoriston.
Leave Inverness in the morning and follow the beautiful Caledonian Canal to its source at Loch Ness. The loch is home to the famous Loch Ness monster, affectionately known as Nessie.
You'll spend most of the morning at Loch Ness, allowing plenty of time to look for Nessie. Choose to take a 5-star cruise across the loch to Urquhart Castle. If you’d rather see the loch from the shore, then stay on board the bus and your driver will take you to Urquhart Castle.
Explore the ruins of the castle, enjoy the visitor center, and soak up the atmosphere of Scotland’s most famous Loch.
Your tour continues to Invermoriston, where you'll pause to take photos of the bridge and Columbus Well. Afterwards, journey to Fort Augustus, the furthermost point of your full-day Highlands tour.
Fort Augustus is a small town of only 650 people and a perfect spot to watch boats passing through the Caledonian Canal while you enjoy your lunch.
After lunch you'll begin the journey back to Inverness, stopping at the Falls of Foyers. The waterfall was a favorite retreat for poet Rabbie Burns, and is truly breathtaking.
Enjoy plenty of time here to appreciate the landscape before continuing on to Dores to see Dores Beach. Spend a short while wandering the sandy shoreline before boarding the bus for the final time and returning to Inverness.
Things to note
- Comfortable shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Terms & conditions
Unfortunately, children under 4 years old are not permitted on this tour
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated, provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them when they board and disembark