Activities & Tours: The Scottish Highlands

Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness

Enjoy a full-day of stunning scenery and fresh Highland air, as we travel all the way around Loch Ness and along the idyllic West Coast. Our journey reveals ancient ruins, a poignant war memorial, beautiful beaches and a hidden waterfall – with untamed mountains never far from sight. Embark on the the Jacobite Steam Train for a magical 2-hour ride along beautiful coastal scenery and over the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct. Made famous by the Harry Potter films, and voted one of the world’s most scenic railways, this is a trip you’ll never forget!

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based on 459 reviews

See Details → Duration :12 hours
From $237.7

The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

Viator Experience Award winning tour. Leave the city for the day and explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. Visit Eilean Donan Castle; one of Scotland's most photographed castles and cross the bridge to the scenic Isle of Skye. Visit Portree, it's village-capital and marvel in the beautiful scenic nature all in one day.

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based on 1073 reviews

See Details → Duration :12 hours
From $82.62

Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness

Explore the facinating Isle of Skye on a full-day trip from Inverness Taking in spectacular Highland scenery, your tour passes Loch Ness and the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle before reaching Skye and the chance to visit the Fairy Pools

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based on 84 reviews

See Details → Duration :12 hours
From $125.84

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

We leave behind the ‘Capital of the Highlands’, for a full-day adventure to the magical Isle of Skye. We drive along the world-famous Loch Ness - home of the elusive monster – and onwards through the mountains towards the west coast. Majestic mountains give way to vast sea lochs, once used by Vikings as an access route to our lands. We stop at the romantic Eilean Donan Castle with time for you to explore inside. After crossing the Skye Bridge, learn about the island’s myths and legends, as well as the true tales of rival clans and a fugitive prince. Enjoy lunch in the main town of Portee and visit the colourful harbor. Explore the Isle of Skye’s stunning coastline, and marvel at the Old Man of Storr, Lealt Falls, and Kilt Rock. Take in the last of Skye’s otherworldly landscape as we drive through the Highlands back to Inverness.

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based on 330 reviews

See Details → Duration :12 hours
From $82.62

Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

Sharp geological formations, crumbling coastlines and wind-swept valleys: Skye is mother-nature at her dramatic best. And on this day-tour you explore the best of it in the comfort of a luxury, 16 seat mini-coach. Let our experienced driver-guide take you on a journey through the stories, history, and sights of the island; while also giving you a taste of the most breathtaking scenery that Western Scotland has to offer.

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based on 568 reviews

See Details → Duration :12 hours
From $87.61

Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

Depart central Inverness and journey to the world-famous Loch Ness, where you will join a 1-hour cruise to view the ruins of the 13th century, Urquhart Castle. Entrance to Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness Cruise is included. Free time to enjoy lunch in one of the charming local cafés in beautiful Beauly and walk it off exploring Beauly Priory; featured in the Outlander novel series. Enjoy a Highland whisky experience, where you have the option of sampling a wee dram. Listen to tales of the Jacobite rebellions and the brutal Battle of Culloden, on our visit to Culloden Battlefield. Outlander fans will love the mysterious burial chambers and standing stones at Clava Cairns. When you’ve heard the harrowing history behind the Outlander story, you might not want to travel back in time to meet Jamie Fraser after all! Return to Inverness in the early evening.

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based on 274 reviews

See Details → Duration :9 hours
From $105.5

Isle of Skye Adventure [Private Day Tour]

This is a Tour that you cannot miss out on when you are up in the Highlands. The road trip alone is filled with jaw dropping views that would make you want to stop at every point. Our selection will ensure you get to see the best of the best. The Isle of Skye is as magical as it can get. Look out for double rainbows, low mystical mists, waterfalls to name a few. You can sit back, relax and reserve your energy. Enjoy the unique Scottish landscape on the way to the Isle of Skye as your experienced Tour Guide takes you from one to another destination. Get acquainted with interesting stories of Highland Culture, Tartans, Kilts, Folklore and more. Please know that the Itinerary can change at any time due to unforeseen situations like Castle private events, Operating hours of Exhibition Centres, Distilleries, etc. Rest assured that we can take you to other equally amazing alternative Attraction.

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based on 62 reviews

See Details → Duration :11 hours
From $542.77

Inverness Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle

Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands on this small-group tour from Inverness or Invergordon. Following pickup from Starbucks Cafe in Inverness, hop aboard an air-conditioned Minibus and head into nature. Visit the 4000 year old Outlander Stones that are Clava Cairns and the Culloden Battlefield. Then, look out for Nessie. As you go, Learn all about Highland Clan families and culture. This small-group tour is capped at seven people for a personal outing. See many of the Highlands’ key attractions, all in just half a day. Round-trip transit makes getting around seamless. See castles, battlefields, archeological sites, and even Loch Ness

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based on 83 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 to 7 hours
From $165.25

Isle of Skye Full Day Private Tour from Inverness

Enjoy a day trip exploring Isle of Skye in a comfortable, air-conditioned Land Rover or minibus that seats up to 8 people. Relax as your Professional, Scottish, Kilted tour guide takes you on a journey through Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, Old Man of Storr and much more. Eat a 1-hour lunch in Portree (own expense). Take home precious memories on this Private Tour for a more personalized experience. This tour is NOT available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.

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based on 1048 reviews

See Details → Duration :9 hours
From $953.35

Loch Ness,Culloden Battlefield,Cawdor Castle & Much More From Inverness City

HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS Whether you are looking for 1 day tours from Inverness or simply trying to take in as many of the beautiful sights as possible , our Loch Ness tour from Inverness is sure to captivate like no other. Our friendly local guide will pick you up from your place of stay and take you on a tour to remember around some of the most famous, historic and culturally significant From Inverness we will travel to Loch Ness, home of the romantic and brooding Urquhart Castle (as well as a certain legendary monster!) The tour then turns towards the historic Beauly Priory, before arriving at the Glen Ord Distillery, one of the last remaining single malt scotch whisky distilleries on the Black Isle. Take in the historic and dramatic Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns, before heading for nearby Cawdor Castle. Round off your tour in Inverness with St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Ness Islands, before being dropped off at your place of stay.

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based on 98 reviews

See Details → Duration :7 to 8 hours
From $660.99

Lochness and Inverness day Tour

We understand that everyone has different things they like on a tour, so whether you are into castles, whiskey, whisky or the legend of this experience, you will have it all. Coupled with knowledgeable drivers and comfortable vehicles, this is one tour you won't want to miss.

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based on 2 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $817.16

Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness

This tour will take you through time just as Diana did with her Outlander storyline. We will discover together the inspiration she took from these special places right here in the Highlands. Breath-taking scenery, historical landmarks, famous lochs, castles, gardens and distilleries. This tour will give you a true Scottish Highland experience. Remember to take your camera… Not sure what a Sassannach is, come and find out :) Go Highlands only caters for small groups of up to 7 on our tours, which means you always get the absolute best experience. This Tour leaves from Inverness, if you are arriving by Cruise Ship please look for our Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites

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based on 126 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 to 7 hours
From $165.25

Loch Ness & The Highlands from Inverness

Spend a day Nessie-hunting, take a cruise on the mysterious Loch Ness, explore the village of Fort Augustus, visit the ruined loch-side Urquhart Castle, admire the Falls of Foyers and wander along Dores Beach on this fantastic one day Loch Ness tour from Inverness!

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based on 172 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours 45 minutes
From $67.37

Inverness Half-Day Highlands Bucket List Tour

Half-day highland bucket list Tour from Inverness Our first stop Clava Cairns is where you will find the standing stones made famous by Diana Gabaldon the author of Outlander. But what else happens at this famous site. Find out with your guide the stories and mysteries of this 4000 year old site. We now move on to where in April 1746 on a cold wet moor by the name of Culloden, a battle took place which would change the life of the Highlanders forever. Visit where the gallant Jacobite's took on the might of King George II army. A trip to the Highlands is never complete without visiting the most famous Loch in the world, Loch Ness. Take your camera just in case Nessie makes an unexpected appearance. Next lets try some nessie water and taste some Gin and grab a free dram at the award winning Great Glen Distillery. They say save the best to last and you will not be disappointed as we stop and visit the most romantic ruin in Scotland, Urquhart castle. Explore 1000 years of history.

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based on 47 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $139.82

The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and stories of this magical island with a local Highland company. We are proud to be able to offer you the best rated tour guides and the most spacious and well-appointed mini-coaches. We are a 5 star Visit Scotland rated operator, who are number 1 rated on TripAdvisor in Inverness. However, we don’t just offer tours; we offer you the opportunity to fall in love with the place we call home.

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based on 535 reviews

See Details → Duration :12 hours
From $165.25

Activities & Tours: The Scottish Highlands

Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness

The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

Isle of Skye Adventure [Private Day Tour]

Inverness Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle

Isle of Skye Full Day Private Tour from Inverness

Loch Ness,Culloden Battlefield,Cawdor Castle & Much More From Inverness City

Lochness and Inverness day Tour

Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness

Loch Ness & The Highlands from Inverness

Inverness Half-Day Highlands Bucket List Tour

The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness

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