Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour with Scottish Local
Your Private Loch Ness Day Tour takes in the famous Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle and Culloden Battlefield, using a luxury vehicle and local Scottish driver with years of experience.
Your day is planned to cover all the sights and attractions at Loch Ness including trying spot Nessie, with no waiting for other passengers so it is your day your way if there is something you really want to see we will ensure it is added to your itinerary.
With Luxury Door to Door service from Glasgow, complimentary Bottled Water and Wi-Fi Access you truly are getting that luxury experience.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Loch Lomond, United Kingdom
As you head north into the Scottish Highlands you will travel along the bank of Loch Lomond.
With stunning views as you venture towards Glencoe and Loch Ness the time will fly by.
Stop At: Glencoe, Glencoe, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
It has long been one of Scotland’s most famous places, known equally for its rare beauty and sorrowful past.
Discover its remarkable history, landscape and wildlife, as well as the backdrops for films including ‘Braveheart’, ‘Rob Roy’ and ‘Skyfall’.
Get a taste of the stories that make the glen so special and discover more about walks, weather, wildlife to spot and things to do on your visit.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Fort William, Fort William, Lochaber, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
You might wonder where is Fort William- Located in Lochaber in the West Highlands, the town is often described as the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’.
With Britain’s highest mountain Ben Nevis, the surrounding area has some of the most stunning scenery in Britain.
Stop At: Urquhart Castle, A82, Drumnadrochit IV63 6XJ Scotland
Discover more than 1,000 years of stirring history centred on the Great Glen.
The magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, has seen some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation’s story.
Once one of Scotland’s largest castles, Urquhart saw great conflict during its 500 years as a medieval fortress.
Control of the castle passed back and forth between the Scots and English during the Wars of Independence.
The power struggles continued, as the Lords of the Isles regularly raided both castle and glen up until the 1500s.
The last of the government troops garrisoned here during the Jacobite Risings blew up the castle when they left.
Urquhart’s iconic ruins remain, offering glimpses into medieval times and the lives of its noble residents.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Loch Ness, Scotland
On arrival at Loch Ness you have two options to enjoy.
Option 1 | Cruise Loch Ness
View the castle on your voyage across the deepest, mysterious waters of Loch Ness in your ssearch for Nessie.
From here, treat those peepers and your camera to the breathtaking sight of the historic Urquhart Castle.
Taking either a 1 or 2 hrs Cruise using Jacobite Cruises.
Option 2 | Loch Ness Centre
Explore the mysteries and discover the history of the world famous Loch at the Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition Experience.
Discover the history of Loch Ness from the ice age to the third millennium in a seven room, themed, automated walk through.
Explore the history of the loch and the many mysteries and explorations that have surrounded its past.
Learn about the rumours, the hoaxes and the truths and discover what may really live in Loch Ness.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Inverness, Inverness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
nverness the capital of the Scottish Highlands is one of Scotland’s seven cities and sits in the south of the Highlands, on the banks of the River Ness.
Crowned by a pink crenellated castle and lavishly decorated with flowers.
The city boasts a number of historic buildings in the Old Town that can be appreciated.
Stop At: Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre, Culloden Moor IV2 5EU Scotland
Visit the powerfully moving site of the final Jacobite Rising the last and most harrowing pitched battle to be fought on British soil.
Explore the interactive visitor centre, view fascinating artefacts from both sides of the confrontation, and experience the battle in a immersive surround cinema.
A visit to Culloden is a poignant experience. Headstones mark the graves of hundreds of clansmen who gave their lives for the Jacobite cause.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Pitlochry, Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross, Scotland
A popular Scottish Highlands town and a favourite of Queen Victoria, it is a lovely stop as you travel back to Glasgow.
Take a break and discover the town before continuing your journey south.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Stirling, Stirling, Scotland
As you head south towards Glasgow you will pass Stirling, a small city with a big history,
Once the Capital of Scotland, it is now renowned to as the Gateway to the Scottish Highlands.
As you pass you will take in sights such as the Castle towering over the city and the National Wallace Monument.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"
Duração: 12 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Airports- Glasgow Intl Airport, Paisley PA3 2SW Scotland
Ports- Glasgow Cruise Terminal - Greenock
- Cruise Terminal, 2 Campbell St, Greenock PA16 8BW, UK
- Cruise Terminal - Passenger Entrance, 1 Patrick St, Greenock PA16 8UT, UK
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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