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Loch Ness Tours & Cruises: The 15 Best

101 tours  ·  from $21

The loch is twenty-three miles long and looks much the same from the road, so the boat and Urquhart Castle are what you are paying for. These 15 sort the day trips out of Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness by price, driving time and what the ticket covers.

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour - Fort William and Ben Nevis from the road
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Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

1.Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,854 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $67Our pick

Travel from Edinburgh through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs to Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, the Cairngorms and Pitlochry. Your Hairy Coo driver-guide, such as Ryan, Rod, John or William, provides live stories throughout. Choose a Loch Ness cruise, Urquhart Castle visit or Deanston whisky stop, with extra fees payable.

“Horrible tour. Tour guide Meko or whatever it is his name talked the whole time and a lot of personal stuff. Super annoying”

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Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise - Callander and Loch Lomond scenery
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Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

2.Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,022 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $84

Travel from Edinburgh in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with an English-speaking guide such as Jim, Kenny, Shea, or Andrew. Stop at Glencoe, Fort Augustus, Spean Bridge, and Pitlochry, then cruise Loch Ness. Expect stunning scenery, local stories, regular breaks, and a very long day on the road.

“Kenny was the best guide, he played local music for the area on our ride. Extremely informative, great driver and host.”

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands - Loch Tulla gives you a quick, wide Highland view
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

3.Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,771 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $62

Spend a full day touring Scotland’s Highlands from Edinburgh, with stops at Callander, Glencoe, Fort William, Fort Augustus, Pitlochry, and the Commando Monument. Your English-speaking driver-guide, possibly Keith, Anthony, Brian, or Ross, fills the long drives with history, music, jokes, and local tales. An optional Loch Ness cruise costs extra.

“We were quite intimidated by the length of the tour however it honestly flew by. The commentary along the drive was nice and wide spread facts and jokes. The breaks to stretch always came at a nice time and broke up the long journey nicely. All of the stops were delightful and Anthony constantly was looking to give more than just the minimum, he was constantly going out of his way to make the experience special. We didn’t have any admission fees to pay - everywhere we went we were just able to walk around easily. In Loch Ness we didn’t take the optional £21 (each) boat tour but we…”

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Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh - Perthshire and the Highland cows
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Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

4.Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,793 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $74

Leave central Edinburgh with a local driver-guide and cross Perthshire, the Cairngorms, Loch Ness, and Glencoe in one long day. You can add a Loch Ness cruise and Urquhart Castle visit for £30 in cash. Guides such as Chris, Alan, Terry, Ben, and Jamie are praised for lively stories, while short stops mean snacks are wise.

“Steven B was great! Several photo stops and great information. Loch ness boat tour was a bit underwhelming but the rest of the tour was very scenic.”

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Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh - Glencoe and the long sweep of Rannoch Moor
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Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

5.Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,233 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $85

Travel from Edinburgh through Callander, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, and Pitlochry with a driver-guide. Expect sweeping mountain views, live commentary, photo stops, and about an hour near Loch Ness. Optional extras include a cruise, Urquhart Castle, and a whisky experience. Guides on recent departures have included Mark, Holly, Sam, and Nick.

“What a wonderful travel. John, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and kind. Learn something about the history.”

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Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh - Leaving Edinburgh for Callander
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Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

6.Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,884 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $59

Travel from Edinburgh into the Highlands by climate-controlled coach, stopping at Callander, Glencoe, Loch Ness, and Pitlochry. Your driver-guide, possibly Brendan, Ian, or Dougie, provides history and local stories throughout the 12-hour day. An optional Loch Ness cruise costs extra, while food is not included.

“The tour driver is outstanding and does a great job, you won’t regret the tour but it’s a long day so mentally prepare yourself for it and it will be well worth it.”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness - Clava Cairns and the Outlander connection
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Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

7.Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,384 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Spend about nine hours exploring the Highlands around Inverness with a Scottish guide such as Iain, Karen, Emma, or Torquil. Cruise Loch Ness, visit Urquhart Castle, stop in Beauly for lunch, walk Culloden Battlefield, and see the Outlander-linked Clava Cairns. Transport, the cruise, and castle entry are included.

“We had an incredible experience on our tour from Inverness to Loch Ness, Outlander sites, and Urquhart Castle all thanks to the wonderful team of Iain and Tony. Iain was our driver and main guide, and he was outstanding. His commentary throughout the day was informative, engaging, and full of wit. He brought Highland history and folklore to life and added personal touches that made the journey feel both intimate and immersive. His deep knowledge of the area and easygoing nature made the tour an absolute pleasure. Tony was behind the scenes making sure everything ran smoothly from timing the cruise to coordinating stops and keeping the group comfortable and…”

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Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise - What the guides add to the experience
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Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise

8.Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,211 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $83

Travel from Glasgow in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, and the Highlands. Enjoy a 50-minute Loch Ness cruise, scenic photo stops, and lively guiding from drivers such as Maggie, John, James, and Cameron. Bring lunch money, walking shoes, and patience for a very long day.

“Our tour to Loch Ness was thoroughly enjoyable, with a journey that offered breathtaking scenery throughout. Our guide was attentive and ensured we paused at all the picturesque spots for photo opportunities and convenient pit stops, which were much appreciated. The only drawback was the length of the journey, which limited the time available at each stop. As multiple tour buses tended to arrive simultaneously at popular locations, this occasionally led to congestion. As a result, purchasing food became challenging, and at times, we had to forgo it altogether.”

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Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch - Loch Dochfour is the bridge to the main event
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Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

9.Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,158 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $42

From Dochgarroch Lock, you’ll cruise the Caledonian Canal, Loch Dochfour, and Loch Ness for two hours. Live guides such as Malcolm, Kieran, and Peter share history, jokes, and Nessie tales while you watch for Urquhart Castle, Bona Lighthouse, Aldourie Castle, and a wartime aircraft crash site. Indoor seating, outdoor decks, snacks, drinks, and whisky are available.

“Interesting experience on Loch Ness. Be prepared for cold temperatures this time of year and dress accordingly. Your guide was most informative.”

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Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views - Who will enjoy this cruise most
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Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

10.Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,102 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $30Best value

From Clansman Harbour, cruise Loch Ness aboard a catamaran with indoor seating, an open-air deck, Wi-Fi, sonar, and an onboard bar. Listen to commentary on Nessie, local history, and the loch as you approach Urquhart Castle. Guide Kieran has been praised for his lively humor, though castle access is not included.

“Extremely well organized , great scenery of Loch Ness and amazing views of the Urquhart castle from the boat . Highly recommend .”

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Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour - Weather, walking, and the accommodation choice
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Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour

11.Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,002 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $235

Travel from Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye in a small group of up to 19 people, with two nights in or near Portree. Your driver-guide, possibly Scott, Jada, Alan, Andrew, or another Timberbush guide, leads you through Glencoe, Kilt Rock, the Quiraing, Eilean Donan Castle, and Loch Ness. Expect long coach rides, short scenic stops, and weather-ready walking.

“Alan made this trip amazing!! His ability to work through the Highlands weather with all 13 of us and make every stop enjoyable with his jokes music and stories made us feel well taken care of. We will be vet for the the sheraff or the unicorn! Alan Jill and I wish you all Hods best and recommend you ask for him by name. The best guide on the isle.”

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Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness - Loch Ness and the road to Urquhart Castle
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Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness

12.Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 932 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with a kilted local guide exploring Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Beauly, Highland cows, alpacas, and Singleton whisky. Guides such as Stuart, William, Malcolm, Drew, and Bill are praised for lively storytelling and flexible pacing. Lunch, castle admission, and whisky tastings cost extra.

“This tour was fantastic. It was a small group and our guide, Stuart, was excellent. His hospitality was top notch and he was very informative and had a great sense of humor. Each stop was fascinating and we really enjoyed the diversity of the itinerary. I would highly recommend this tour and ask for Stuart to guide you!”

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Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour - Loch Lomond starts the day with a quick taste of the west
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Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour

13.Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 806 reviews · 11 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $76

Travel from Glasgow to Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Loch Ness, Ben Nevis, and Pitlochry on an 11-hour-45-minute guided day tour. Expect live commentary, photo stops, and a possible Loch Ness cruise at extra cost. Guides such as Jack, Wee Davie, Michelle, and Alistair are known for lively stories, humor, and Scottish history.

“Our tour guide, Jack (Ginger) was AMAZING! He was so knowledgable, patient and amusing - he really made our Highlands tour something special. It was wonderful to get out into nature, see the most beautiful scenery and learn about the history of the Highlands. I am so glad we took the tour - it's not to be missed! And the hairy coos are adorable!!!”

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Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh - Fort Augustus and the real Loch Ness decision
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Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

14.Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 801 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $123

Ride from Edinburgh in a Mercedes mini-coach with about 12 people, stopping at Loch Lomond, Glencoe, the Commando Monument, Fort Augustus, and the Cairngorms. Guides such as Roddy, Andy, Angela, and Callum add history, music, humor, and practical care. The day is scenic, busy, and heavy on driving.

“Bring cash, pack snacks, wear comforter shoes and wear layered clothing. It’s a wonderful tour of the highlands and small communities. The boat tour is okay but if I come back I’ll explore the cute community instead.”

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Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh - Fort Augustus and Loch Ness: decide how to spend two hours
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

15.Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 787 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $67

This 12-hour coach trip links Glencoe, Rannoch Moor, Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, the Commando Monument and Pitlochry from Edinburgh. You’ll hear live commentary through a headset, with guides such as Amber, Juan and Valentina assigned on some departures. The Loch Ness cruise costs extra, and the full day involves long stretches on the road.

“Amber is the Best English guide—- so informative, knowledgeable and kind. Sandra is an impeccable interpreter and confident safe smooth and experienced driver. Very enjoyable tour.”

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