About this tour
Explore Loch Ness and the surrounding Highlands in a private Mercedes minibus with up to six other travellers and a local guide. This seven to eight-hour tour takes you through Fort Augustus, Drumnadrochit, and Invermoriston, combining legendary folklore with genuine Highland landscapes. You'll walk to a waterfall, observe the Caledonian Canal locks, and traverse some of Scotland's most dramatic scenery from the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle.
Highlights
- Private Mercedes V-Class transport for up to seven passengers
- Invermoriston Falls woodland walk and historic stone bridge
- Fort Augustus village stop with Caledonian Canal lock viewing
- Local Highland guide sharing regional history and stories
- Opportunity to search Loch Ness's deep waters for wildlife
What to expect
You'll spend most of the morning and afternoon in a comfortable Mercedes, cruising past moorland and loch-side settlements. At Invermoriston, a short woodland path leads to a waterfall where the river drops beneath a 19th-century bridge before entering the loch. Fort Augustus offers a genuine break—grab lunch at a village café and watch the canal's mechanical locks raise and lower boats between water levels. The guide shares local knowledge and folklore without overselling the famous monster legend. Expect genuine Highland quiet rather than tourist bustle.
Good to know
Lunch is not included; plan your budget for Fort Augustus. Infant seats and prams are available. The tour suits most fitness levels, though the Invermoriston walk involves uneven terrain. Allow travel time within the six to eight-hour duration. Not suitable for those with spinal injuries.
Frequently asked
- How long does Invergordon or Inverness: Loch Ness Luxury Private Tour take?
- Invergordon or Inverness: Loch Ness Luxury Private Tour runs for approximately 7 hours – 8 hours.
- How much does Invergordon or Inverness: Loch Ness Luxury Private Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $700 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Invergordon or Inverness: Loch Ness Luxury Private Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Invergordon or Inverness: Loch Ness Luxury Private Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.