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The Ultimate Loch Ness Day Trip

  • 6 hours
  • Day Trips
  • Inverness
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Experience hosted by Withlocals

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Are you curious to know what treasures you can find in Loch Ness? Let a local show you around! On this private day trip, experience Loch Ness from a local perspective and get to know the interesting stories and unique details that make this place a must-visit while in Inverness.

Destination
Inverness, Scotland
Category
Day Trips
Duration
6 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English
Included
  • Private Guide
  • Car Transport
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to Attractions
  • optional: Loch Ness Cruise (ask your host for departure times)

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Visit Loch Ness & explore it with a local
  • Get insights straight from a local source
  • No big groups: just you and your local host
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Forget about big tourist groups & audio guides!
  • See Loch Ness from a local perspective

What you can expect

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Just outside Inverness, a hidden treasure is waiting to be explored, and it's time to embark on an unforgettable adventure to Loch Ness with your favorite local guide. Forget the crowded tour buses and generic audio guides—this private day trip offers something truly special. As you travel with your knowledgeable local host, you'll not only visit the iconic spots like the magnificent Urquhart Castle but also uncover those lesser-known secrets that only a true Highlander knows.

This journey is your chance to dive deep into the fascinating world of Loch Ness, where history, culture, and legend intertwine. Your guide will share the rich stories that make this place so important to the locals, revealing the significance of Loch Ness beyond the famous monster. And speaking of Nessie, you'll hear about the mysterious phenomenon that has captured imaginations for generations, with intriguing insights and fun facts that will make you see the loch in a whole new light.

What sets this trip apart is the personal touch—your local host, a natural storyteller with a background in history, art, or culture, is eager to share their unique perspective with you. Whether it’s historical anecdotes, cultural insights, or just a good Highland tale, they’ll tailor the experience to your interests. Feel like taking a detour? No problem! Your guide is ready to adjust the itinerary to match your wishes, ensuring that your day at Loch Ness is as exclusive and authentic as possible. By the end of this adventure, you’ll leave not just with photos and memories, but with a deeper understanding and connection to this legendary landscape.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at - Inverness to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. From Inverness to Loch Ness

    Meet your host and get ready to hit the road. Whether it is by car or public transportation, your host will be there by your side to make the journey a more pleasant and enjoyable experience

  4. Loch Ness Exploring

    Let your local host show you around Loch Ness. Here you can find must-sees, hidden gems, history, cultural treasures, and more! Your host will make sure to provide you with all the answers and insights you might have along the way

  5. Loch Ness Off the Beaten Path

    The best part about this private day trip is that you get to experience Loch Ness from a different perspective - away from the big tourist groups, audio guides, and through the knowledge of a local!

  6. Ask Away!

    Your day trip is 100% private, meaning that it’s only you and your local host exploring Loch Ness. Take advantage of this opportunity and get all the answers and insights to your questions about Loch Ness

  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Withlocals experiences
are always

Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

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€132.35per person