Loch Ness Private Tour

Loch Ness Private Tour

​We are the only family business which offers tours from the port of Invergordon and we are the original Invergordon Tours. Over the years others have copied our name and tried to build on our success but we are the only Invergordon Tours company being run by locals. Gavin Nicholson started up the business with one simple goal and that was to offer amazing holiday experiences for the people who chose to visit his hometown. Our guests seem to agree but don't just take our word for it, book a tour and see for yourself why we are the number one tour company in Invergordon. Sit back and indulge in the panoramic views of the Scottish Highlands and Islandsas your local guide takes you on an unforgettable tour of this magical land they call home.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Urquhart Castle, A82 Road, Drumnadrochit IV63 6XJ Scotland

OPTION:The drive to Loch Ness is very picturesque taking you through rolling hills and farmland. Along the way you will have an opportunity hear about the history of the area and find out a little more about your guide and their experiences of living in the Scottish Highlands. Every tour is different - we get to know you and you get to now us and our aim is to make sure you have a truly unforgettable day in the Scottish Highlands.

I find that most groups prefer to wander around outside the castle between the two viewpoints and take pictures. Your guide will of course fill you in on some of the history of the castle. On cruise days this tends to be very busy as a lot of the bus tours go here.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Loch Ness, Scotland

OPTION: You will take the north shore route through the fantastically named Drumnadrochit and stop at the ruins of Urquhart Castle. If this is of interest to you it's possible to take a tour of the ruins, there is a fantastic visitor centre and audio tour. Alternatively you can take a cruise on the Loch with Jacobite and get dropped off at Urquhart Castle where you're guide will meet you. Or there's Loch Ness Cruises which leaves from Drumnadrochit - max 12 guests so it's a really personal experience and offers great views of Urquhart Castle along with an insight in to the Loch and of course the monster.


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Divach Falls, Inverness IV636XW Scotland

OPTION: On the way back to Inverness from Urquhart Castle there is the option to drop in by Divach Falls. The falls can be found down a little woodland path so it's a bit of an adventure (and one I only recommend to people who are good on their feet) but it's a great option for those who like to get off the beaten track.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Inverness Cathedral, 15 Ardross Street, Inverness IV3 5NS Scotland

OPTION: Following this there's the option to stop in Inverness for shopping or maybe a wander around Inverness Cathedral otherwise the route takes you through the heart of Inverness past Inverness Castle, home to the Inverness Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Court.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre, Culloden Moor IV2 5EU Scotland

OPTION: Another popular stop on the tour is Culloden Battlefield, the site of the last pitched battle on British soil. There's a really good visitor centre here but it's also possible to just walk on to the battlefield and take in this very historic site. There's also a great example of a Thatch House.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Clava Cairns, Balnuaran of Clava, IV2 5EU Scotland

OPTION: From the battlefield it's only a short drive to the Culloden Viaduct and Clava Cairns which features a selection of standing stones and is an interesting example of a well preserved Bronze Age cemetery.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Fort George, 11 miles off the A96, Inverness IV2 7TD Scotland

OPTION: Alternatively, if military history is of interest to you then Fort George was Britain’s strongest ever fortification - designed to halt any future Jacobite attempt on the throne. Completed in 1769, it used the very latest military architecture, and was intended to be the base for 2,000 men with large amounts of artillery. Its might was never put to the test and it stands today as one of the best-preserved artillery fortresses of its period in the world. Run by Historic Scotland, it is also one of the biggest visitor attractions in the Highlands.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cawdor Castle and Gardens, B9090, Cawdor, Nairn IV12 5RD, UK

OPTION: Cawdor Castle is also in this area and if it's a must see you'll need at least an hour there to fully appreciate it although others do spend longer wandering the castle and grounds.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Glen Ord Distillery Inverness, Muir of Ord IV6 7UJ Scotland

OPTION: If whisky is of interest to you the Glen Ord Distillery is only a short drive from Inverness, it's one of Scotland's most picturesque distilleries and a really good tour if you'd like to hear more about the ancient fire water.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Black Isle Brewery, Old Allangrange, Munlochy IV8 8NZ Scotland

OPTION: The Black Isle Brewery also offers a short free tour and the Black Isle is another place I can highly recommend. Not a lot of the tours end up on the Black Isle which is a real shame as it is absolutely beautiful and has some great walks and an interesting history.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Fairy Glen, Rosemarkie Scotland

The Fairy Glen is particularly stunning so if you like feel like stretching your legs this is the place to go!! It's a gentle walk through the woodland with some beautiful sights including waterfalls.

Duration: 30 minutes