Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
Overview
Cruise Loch Ness and explore Urquhart Castle.
Operated by D&E Coaches, discover the highlights of Loch Ness on this scenic 3 and a half hour bus and boat tour.
Depart from Inverness Bus Station and relax on a guided coach journey with stories from your friendly driver-guide.
Enjoy a 1-hour Jacobite Cruise across Loch Ness, taking in the stunning views of the Great Glen with refreshments available on board.
Disembark at the castle jetty and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle for an hour.
Please note the Temptation Tour departs from Inverness Bus Station, approximately 25miles from Invergordon. Transport options between Invergordon and Inverness are limited, we strongly recommend arranging your travel to Inverness in advance to ensure you arrive on time for your tour.
What's Included
- Urquhart Castle entrance
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Loch Ness boat cruise
- Restroom on board
- Expert guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Station
1 Farraline Park, Inverness IV1 1NH, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Loch Ness
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Urquhart Castle
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that guide dogs are the only service animals allowed.
- If booking for an infant, you will required to book a seat for them and provide a car seat
- This tour departs from Inverness bus station
- Please note that this tour is operated by D&E coaches.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 47 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness?
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Urquhart Castle entrance.
- WiFi on board.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Loch Ness boat cruise.
- Restroom on board.
- Expert guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Urquhart Castle entrance
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Loch Ness boat cruise
- Restroom on board
- Expert guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that guide dogs are the only service animals allowed.
- If booking for an infant, you will required to book a seat for them and provide a car seat
- This tour departs from Inverness bus station
- Please note that this tour is operated by D&E coaches.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 47 travelers
