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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Almost everybody has heard of the Loch Ness Monster! People come from all over the globe to take in the spectacular views of the magnificent and mysterious Loch Ness, hoping to catch of glimpse of “Nessie”.
How many people venture “off the beaten track” to the South side of Loch Ness, however?
We’ve specially created this itinerary for those interested in fully exploring this world-famous stretch of water and discovering some of its other lesser known secrets, all from the comfort of a Land Rover or 8-seater minibus.
Do something different and join us on our Loch Ness 360° Tour!
Pick-up & Drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
Professional Kilted Tour Guide
Private Transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle - Land Rover or Minibus
Lunch
Gratuities
Entrance to Urquhart Castle
Departure Point
7 Ness Walk, Inverness IV3 5NF, UK
Meet in front of the Columba Hotel, at your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
Meet at 8:45am
Return Details
7 Ness Walk, Inverness IV3 5NF, UK
Meet in front of the Columba Hotel, at your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
Meet at 8:45am
Happy Tours, Inverness, United Kingdom Meeting is in front of the Columba Hotel at 8:45 for departure at 9:00 am 15 minutes
Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom Travel along the world famous Loch Ness and look out for its famous resident "Nessie" 10 minutes
Urquhart Castle, Drumnadrochit, United Kingdom Take a visit into the ruined mediaeval Castle that was bilut over several years. See the deepest part of Loch Ness directly in front of the Grant Tower 90 minutes
Invermoriston Falls, Invermoriston, United Kingdom Stop here to look at the waterfalls and the site of St Columba's well. You may spot leaping salmon if it's the salmon season 20 minutes
Fort Augustus, Fort Augustus, United Kingdom We stop here for a lunch break and for views of Thomas Telford's Locks on the Caledonian Canal 80 minutes
Suidhe Viewpoint, Fort Augustus, United Kingdom The view from here is amazing. Study the signs here to see the geography and topology of the surrounding area. 15 minutes
The Falls of Foyers, Foyers, United Kingdom If able take a short walk down to the falls or if you want you can visit the small tea room here. The falls are about 55m tall and drop into Loch Ness through a spectacular and dramatic gorge 40 minutes
Dores Beach, Inverness, United Kingdom Stop for a look along the length of Loch Ness from Dores Beach 30 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 6 years
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
A677ZUcp
24 May 2023
Mike was awesome!!! He was informative and entertaining! The tour was filled with so many interesting stops!
HappyExplorer111
31 Jan 2020
Our guide Billy was a wonderful guide who was informative and friendly. Billy is a professional guide with a thorough knowledge regarding the history and surroundings. We loved his Scottish accent and the way he turned up in kilt which enhanced the whole Highland experience. Thank you Billy for a wonderful time and the humour too ???????? we would highly recommend the tour and Billy to anyone who wish to experience a true Highland tour with a true Highlander! ????????
CatherineW2564
03 Sep 2019
Our tour guide, Rob, gave us an enthusiastic greeting when we met in Inverness and from that minute forward our day was perfect. His knowledge was comprehensive and he made us feel so very comfortable in his Scotland. It was the time we spent with Rob that made our stay in Inverness perfect.
This tour in
Inverness
is organized by
Happy Tours Scotland Limited
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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