Top Inverness Day Trips & Excursions

Q: What are the best options for Inverness Day Trips & Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Inverness Day Trips & Excursions are: Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Inverness Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Inverness Day Trips & Excursions are: Full Day Private Executive Isle of Skye Tour Full-Day Private Guided Shennachies Road to Isles and Skye Tour Full-Day Isle of Skye Adventure from Inverness Fort William and Glencoe Full-Day Harry Potter's Trail to Glencoe from Inverness View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Inverness Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Inverness Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Isle of SkyeTour From Inverness Private Tour to Skye, Fairy Pools, Portree and The Fairy Glen Isle of Skye Day Tour Isle of Skye Fairy Pools, Fairy Glen and Portree Luxury Isle of Skye Full Day Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Inverness Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Inverness Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: BMW SUV Tour of the Scottish Highlands with Kilted Guide Isle of SkyeTour From Inverness Private Tour to Skye, Fairy Pools, Portree and The Fairy Glen Isle of Skye Day Tour Private Highland Whisky Tour including 10+ Single Malt Tastings View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Inverness trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Inverness Tours. Top 10 Inverness 2026 Senior-friendly tours Inverness The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Inverness Top Day Trips from Inverness Things to do in Inverness this summer View all Inverness Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Inverness?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Inverness are: Inverness Luxury & Special Occasions Inverness Luxury Tours Inverness Boat Tours Inverness Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours Inverness Day Cruises View all tour styles in Inverness →

BMW SUV Tour of the Scottish Highlands with Kilted Guide

Tour with a knowledgeable and passionate born and bred Scottish Highlander who will entertain you with stories and anecdotes about growing up and living in …More

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BMW SUV Tour of the Scottish Highlands with Kilted Guide

Tour with a knowledgeable and passionate born and bred Scottish Highlander who will entertain you with stories and anecdotes about growing up and living in...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$1,333

Loch Ness Urquhart Culloden Clava Cawdor Whisky tasting Inverness

Learn about the Scottish Highlands from a born and bred Highlander. Share stories, laugh lots and have fun while you tour one of the most …More

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Loch Ness Urquhart Culloden Clava Cawdor Whisky tasting Inverness

Learn about the Scottish Highlands from a born and bred Highlander. Share stories, laugh lots and have fun while you tour one of the most...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (15)

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$1,307

This is a lovely day long private tour taking you from Inverness to the Isle of Skye and visiting quite a number of the main …More

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Isle of SkyeTour From Inverness

This is a lovely day long private tour taking you from Inverness to the Isle of Skye and visiting quite a number of the main...

10 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (96)

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$1,302

Private Tour to Skye, Fairy Pools, Portree and The Fairy Glen

The Isle of Skye is a Mystical and Magical place that has long been associated with Fairies. This day long tour from Inverness takes you …More

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Private Tour to Skye, Fairy Pools, Portree and The Fairy Glen

The Isle of Skye is a Mystical and Magical place that has long been associated with Fairies. This day long tour from Inverness takes you...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,302

Private guide/driver will take you to the iconic beauty spots and historical locations on the road to Skye. We have flexibility to alter the tour …More

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Isle of Skye Day Tour

Private guide/driver will take you to the iconic beauty spots and historical locations on the road to Skye. We have flexibility to alter the tour...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (57)

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$1,302

Private Highland Whisky Tour including 10+ Single Malt Tastings

Tour with a knowledgeable and passionate born and bred Scottish Highlander who will entertain you with stories and anecdotes about growing up and living in …More

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Private Highland Whisky Tour including 10+ Single Malt Tastings

Tour with a knowledgeable and passionate born and bred Scottish Highlander who will entertain you with stories and anecdotes about growing up and living in...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (22)

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$1,297

Leaving from Inverness, we will travel on the Great Glen, reaching the little village of Drumnadrochit on the shores of Loch Ness. After our visit, …More

Island of Skye from Inverness

Leaving from Inverness, we will travel on the Great Glen, reaching the little village of Drumnadrochit on the shores of Loch Ness. After our visit,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,268

Isle of Skye Fairy Pools, Fairy Glen and Portree

This is a full day private tour taking you from Inverness to the Magical Mystical Isle of Skye where you will get the opportunity to …More

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Isle of Skye Fairy Pools, Fairy Glen and Portree

This is a full day private tour taking you from Inverness to the Magical Mystical Isle of Skye where you will get the opportunity to...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$1,234

A journey to Scotland’s most enchanting Isle. Embark on a breathtaking full-day adventure from Inverness to the mystical Isle of Skye — where dramatic landscapes, …More

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Luxury Isle of Skye Full Day Tour

A journey to Scotland’s most enchanting Isle. Embark on a breathtaking full-day adventure from Inverness to the mystical Isle of Skye — where dramatic landscapes,...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$1,227

Full-Day Outlander Experience (inc Invergordon Cruise Port)

Embark on an exclusive journey through time, unveiling ancient sites, pivotal battlefields, and iconic castles that encapsulate the essence of Scottish Highland culture. This private …More

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Full-Day Outlander Experience (inc Invergordon Cruise Port)

Embark on an exclusive journey through time, unveiling ancient sites, pivotal battlefields, and iconic castles that encapsulate the essence of Scottish Highland culture. This private...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (17)

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$1,199

The journey to Skye takes us through many majestic landscapes. Travelling the Great Glen alongside Loch Ness, we’ll head north west at Invermoriston, passing the …More

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Over The Sea to (secret) Skye

The journey to Skye takes us through many majestic landscapes. Travelling the Great Glen alongside Loch Ness, we’ll head north west at Invermoriston, passing the...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (9)

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$1,165

Cairngorms; Highest Mountains, Bonnie Lochs & Ancient Forests

We'll head south from Inverness over The Slochd Summit from where we see our first view of The Cairngorm Mountains. We continue on to the …More

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Cairngorms; Highest Mountains, Bonnie Lochs & Ancient Forests

We'll head south from Inverness over The Slochd Summit from where we see our first view of The Cairngorm Mountains. We continue on to the...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$1,165

Isle of Skye Highlights - Bespoke Private Tour for up to 7 guests

Your journey to the Isle of Skye is a private experience designed entirely around you. Travelling in comfort with your own guide, the day can …More

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Isle of Skye Highlights - Bespoke Private Tour for up to 7 guests

Your journey to the Isle of Skye is a private experience designed entirely around you. Travelling in comfort with your own guide, the day can...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (10)

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$1,165

Isle of Skye Adventure A Legendary Scenic Journey From Inverness

Join us for a luxurious, unforgettable journey across the Isle of Skye, where the magic of Scotland’s landscapes and legends await. From the historic streets …More

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Isle of Skye Adventure A Legendary Scenic Journey From Inverness

Join us for a luxurious, unforgettable journey across the Isle of Skye, where the magic of Scotland’s landscapes and legends await. From the historic streets...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,165

Explore Johnstons of Elgin’s rich history in tweed and cashmere, crafting exquisite luxury products in the world’s finest fibres for over 225 years. Tours available. …More

Whisky, Wool and Weaving in Scotland

Explore Johnstons of Elgin’s rich history in tweed and cashmere, crafting exquisite luxury products in the world’s finest fibres for over 225 years. Tours available....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,165

We understand that everyone has different things they like on a tour, so whether you are into castles, whiskey, whisky or the legend of this …More

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Lochness and Inverness day Tour

We understand that everyone has different things they like on a tour, so whether you are into castles, whiskey, whisky or the legend of this...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (12)

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$1,160

Private Highland Whisky Tour: Distilleries & Tastings

Discover the beauty and rich whisky heritage of the Scottish Highlands on a private journey with tuigsear, expertly hosted by specialists with genuine experience in …More

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Private Highland Whisky Tour: Distilleries & Tastings

Discover the beauty and rich whisky heritage of the Scottish Highlands on a private journey with tuigsear, expertly hosted by specialists with genuine experience in...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,158

Private Speyside Whisky Tour: Distilleries & Tastings

Discover the heart of Speyside on a private whisky journey with tuigsear, expertly hosted by specialists with genuine experience in Scotland’s whisky industry. Explore celebrated …More

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Private Speyside Whisky Tour: Distilleries & Tastings

Discover the heart of Speyside on a private whisky journey with tuigsear, expertly hosted by specialists with genuine experience in Scotland’s whisky industry. Explore celebrated...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,148

Invergordon Private Tour: Fort George, Cawdor Castle & Loch Ness

Experience the Scottish Highlands on a Private, Tailored Tour with one of the Macaulay team. This experience can be enjoyed as a cruise excursion from …More

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Invergordon Private Tour: Fort George, Cawdor Castle & Loch Ness

Experience the Scottish Highlands on a Private, Tailored Tour with one of the Macaulay team. This experience can be enjoyed as a cruise excursion from...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$1,132

I love the outdoors, specially the beautiful scenery such as at Isle of Skye. I would love to share my experience with you with my …More

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Isle of Skye Private Tour

I love the outdoors, specially the beautiful scenery such as at Isle of Skye. I would love to share my experience with you with my...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,115

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Inverness Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Inverness Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

Which Inverness Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which Inverness Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Inverness Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Inverness Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Inverness trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Inverness?