Loch Ness Cruise with Urquhart Castle Exploration: A Scenic Journey from Inverness

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, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Loch Ness - Encircled by ancient castles, monuments, and the stunning landscapes of the Great Glen. The best way to experience the full splendor of the Loch is by boat. It’s a sight that must be seen to be believed…
  • Urquhart Castle - A historic Scottish castle located on the shores of Loch Ness. Discover the remnants of this former…
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

Embark on a journey with Cruise Loch Ness, explore the historic Urquhart Castle, and visit the informative Loch Ness Centre.
This scenic 3.5-hour bus and boat tour, operated by D&E Coaches, showcases the best of Loch Ness.
Begin your adventure at Inverness Bus Station and enjoy a relaxing guided coach ride, enriched with engaging stories from your…

Location
Bus Station
Margaret Street
Bus departs from Stance Number 7 at Inverness Bus Station Please note if arriving by cruise ship, Invergordon Cruise Terminal is approx. 25 miles (45 mins) from Inverness Bus Station. Public transport is very limited, so you’ll need to arrange your own transport and allow plenty of time to reach us.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Steven
Apr 21, 2026
I can't believe i saw the monster!! - Was a great day out visiting Loch Ness and the castle. Our tour guides were very knowledgeable and had many stories to tell.
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Javier
Apr 18, 2026
You can't go to Inverness without doing this tour - Easy to book on the website, clarity of information and communication. The meeting point easy, friendly the driver and then arrival at the jetty is pleasant. The staff on board the boat were very friendly and pleasant, the trip is beautiful, Loch Ness and its landscapes are beautiful, the Castle although in ruins, looks imposing from the Loch and the visit is very charming. The return enjoyable, although the stop for the Nessy Museum I think is badly exploited, the video is too extensive and there is almost no time to visit the shops or consume a coffee; except the above, everything else, just expectacular!
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558trevore
Apr 12, 2026
Great journey on Loch Ness - Easy to book online. All staff were very friendly and courteous. Enjoyed the experience.
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Tina_j
Apr 8, 2026
Really interesting... - Really interesting driver/guide on our trip. Visited Urquat Castle by boat on Loch Ness. Interesting and fun commentary on the boat. Well worth the money
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Lysajohn_b
Apr 6, 2026
Great half day excursion - Don’t miss the castle - it’s well worth the visit! The boat cruise was scenic and relaxing. The highlight was the friendly and energetic crew!
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Abby19931
Mar 23, 2026
Peaceful Cruise - Excellent views across the loch and fun facts shared aboard! Fantastic weather for the trip which also helped, a nice peaceful cruise and stroll around the castle ruins.
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Sharon
Mar 23, 2026
The tour was great - The tour was great., the tour guides were friendly and funny.
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Morgan_d
Mar 20, 2026
This was the perfect way... - This was the perfect way to explore Loch Ness!! I thoroughly enjoyed the boat tour and it helped that the weather was fantastic. Urquhart castle was a must and it was the perfect amount of time to explore. And the museum was a fun way to end the experience!
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Don
Apr 19, 2026
Liked it! - Good guides. Plenty to see. About the right amount of time.
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Gertie
Mar 19, 2026
Loch zness boat trip - The boat trip across Loch Ness was beautiful. Cozy crew on board. The castle actually turned out to be a huge ruin. The location is beautiful. The Loch Ness visitor center nicely designed. Kind of childish and dated. One goes overboard to maintain a mystery. Does it exist or not
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From $76
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).