Scottish Highlands Tours from Inverness
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10 best Scottish Highlands tours from Inverness
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- Hebridean Escape 3 Day Tour
- 3-Day The North Coast 500 Small-Group Tour from Inverness
- 4 Day Inverness Tour With Car Rental
- 5 Day Inverness including Loch Ness Experience and Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
- Best of the North Coast 500 (Hotel) - 3 days
- Inverness to the Outer Hebrides (Hotel) - 3 days
- NC500 Road Trip - Self Drive Tour
- 5 Day Wild Skye Volunteer Adventure
- Inverness to the Outer Hebrides - 3 days
- Best of the North Coast 500 - 3 days
Hebridean Escape 3 Day Tour
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The car was in perfect condition. The tour very well organized!”
Luis, traveled in October
The route winds east to west from Inverness's Union Street through Sutherland to Ullapool for the ferry crossing. Visit Arnol Blackhouse before reaching Stornoway, then the Callanish Standing Stones and Carloway Broch. The tour takes you to the windswept Butt of Lewis lighthouse before returning to Inverness via Corrieshalloch Gorge.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Ullapool, Stornoway, Callanish, Carloway, Luskentyre, Isle of Harris, Eoropaidh, Corrieshalloch Gorge National Nature Reserve Age Range 3 to 99 year olds Operator Highland Experience Tours From
- NZ$1,141
3-Day The North Coast 500 Small-Group Tour from Inverness
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The places taken just breathtaking, the choice of accommodation just amazing.”
Julia, traveled in August
The tour leaves Inverness Cathedral at 07:45, returning at 19:00 on day three. Day one visits Applecross and Torridon Hills to Ullapool, day two reaches Thurso via Durness, final day returns via John o'Groats and Dunrobin Castle. The route covers 500 miles.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Strathcarron, Applecross, Shieldaig, Gairloch, Corrieshalloch Gorge National Nature Reserve, Ullapool, Durness, Bettyhill, ThursoSee all destinations Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator Rabbie's Tours From
- NZ$819
Begin and end at Inverness Airport with private transfers to Royal Highland Hotel. Explore 20-mile radius including Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, and Dores Beach. Easy access to Highland attractions with rental car.
Duration 4 days Destinations Inverness Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC From $1,525
5% Off- NZ$1,449You save $76
Private transfers connect Inverness International Airport with Columba Hotel. The route follows Great Glen Fault Line to Loch Ness (7-hour tour), then west to Eilean Donan Castle and Skye's Trotternish Peninsula (12-hour excursion).
Duration 5 days Destinations Inverness Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,118
5% Off- NZ$2,012You save $105
Leave Inverness Cathedral at 07:45, heading through Applecross to Ullapool on day one. The second day reaches Thurso via Ardvreck Castle, before returning to Inverness on day three via Dunrobin Castle. The route spans 500 miles of Highland scenery.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Applecross, Ullapool, Thurso, Dunrobin Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $1,695
20% Off- NZ$1,356You save $339
The tour heads from Inverness Cathedral at 8:15 AM to Ullapool for ferry crossing to Stornoway. Visit the historic Arnol Blackhouse, Butt of Lewis lighthouse, and Luskentyre Beach before returning via Calanais Standing Stones. Return to Inverness Cathedral at 7:00 PM on day 3.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Ullapool, Stornoway, Lewis, Luskentyre Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $2,415
20% Off- NZ$1,932You save $483
A 500-mile loop from Inverness takes you through John O'Groats and Durness. Cross the magnificent Bealach na Bà pass reaching 2,054 feet, and visit remote Highland villages along Scotland's northern coast.
Duration 8 days Destinations Inverness, Dornoch, John O'Groats, Durness, Ullapool, Applecross Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Spirit Journeys Worldwide From
20% Off- NZ$2,906
The route takes you from Inverness through Glen Shiel to reach Isle of Skye. Stay at The Skye Inn in Portree while volunteering at Tormore Forest in the Sleat Peninsula. Highlights include Eilean Donan Castle and the majestic Cuillin Mountains.
Duration 5 days Destinations Inverness, Loch Ness, Eilean Donan, Isle of Skye, Kilt Rock, Storr Mountains, Portree Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Haggis Adventures From
20% Off- NZ$1,359
Your adventure starts from Inverness Cathedral at 8:15 AM, heading to Ullapool for the ferry to Stornoway. The route winds through Lewis and Harris's rugged terrain, visiting the Butt of Lewis lighthouse and Luskentyre Beach, before returning to Inverness Cathedral at 7:00 PM on day three. Mercedes mini-coach transport throughout.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Ullapool, Lewis, Luskentyre, Stornoway Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $1,845
20% Off- NZ$1,476You save $369
From Inverness Cathedral at 07:45, the route leads through Applecross to Ullapool (Day 1). Head north to Thurso via Ardvreck Castle (Day 2), returning to Inverness via Dunrobin Castle by 19:00 (Day 3). The circuit showcases Highland mountains and coastline.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Applecross, Ullapool, Thurso, Dunrobin Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $1,435
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What our customers ask about Scottish Highlands Tours from Inverness
What are the most popular routes for multi-day tours departing from Inverness?
Two main routes draw travelers from Inverness: the North Coast 500 (known as Scotland's Route 66) and the Hebridean route to the Isles of Lewis and Harris. The North Coast 500 takes you through Ullapool and Thurso while revealing Scotland's rugged northern coastline. Along the way you'll see Dunrobin Castle and reach the northernmost point of mainland Britain. The Hebridean route leads west to ancient sites like the Callanish Standing Stones and the white sands of Luskentyre Beach. As a TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The route from Inverness through the Highlands was absolutely spectacular - every turn revealed another stunning vista."
What is the typical monthly availability for tours departing from Inverness?
The peak season runs May through September with July and August offering the most options (8-9 departures monthly). Shoulder seasons in April and October provide fewer choices with about 5 departures each month. November sees limited activity with just 2 monthly departures. Weather conditions can affect some itineraries during winter especially along the North Coast 500. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "We chose September for our tour and it was perfect - fewer crowds but still good weather."
What are the most common destinations visited on day one after leaving Inverness?
Most tours head to either Ullapool via the Applecross Peninsula or toward Stornoway using the Ullapool ferry. The routes include stops at natural wonders like Corrieshalloch Gorge and visits to traditional Scottish villages. The first night's stay is typically in Ullapool or Stornoway located 3-4 hours from Inverness. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Leaving Inverness, the scenery just got better and better - the drive to Ullapool was breathtaking with plenty of amazing photo stops."
What are the typical meeting points for tours starting in Inverness?
Central Inverness serves as the starting point for most tours. Highland Experience Tours meets at 25 Union Street (IV1 1QA). Other operators gather near Inverness Cathedral at the Ardross Street bus stop (IV3 5NS). Tours usually begin between 7:30-8:00 AM taking advantage of daylight hours. As one TourRadar traveler noted "The organization was amazing - meeting point was easy to find and our driver was there early to greet us."
How long should I plan to stay in Inverness before starting my Highland tour?
Arriving one day before your tour provides time to adjust and explore Inverness. Consider staying at the Kingsmills Hotel or Glen Mhor Hotel which offer central locations. This extra time lets you visit Inverness Castle the Victorian Market and Inverness Cathedral at a relaxed pace. Since tours start early (7:30-8:00 AM) the buffer day helps ensure you're ready for the journey ahead. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "Arrived a day early and loved exploring Inverness - such a charming city and perfect starting point for our Highland journey."
What type of accommodation can I expect on tours starting from Inverness?
Accommodations range from 3-star hotels to local B&Bs and guesthouses. In Inverness you'll find the Royal Highland Hotel and Columba Hotel. Smaller towns offer places like The Royal Hotel and Caledonian Hotel in Ullapool or The Royal Hotel and Caberfeidh Hotel in Stornoway. As one TourRadar traveler commented "The accommodations were clean and comfortable. We had initially not planned on going that far into the highlands but I am glad I found this tour online."
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