Tour Contemplation

Cruise the Canal & Loch, with castle views as you follow in the footsteps of Queen Victoria on this two-hour cruise. Boarding at Dochgarroch, you’ll experience a breathtaking journey that takes you along Thomas Telford’s famous Caledonian Canal and of course across the legendary waters of Loch Ness.

Both the Jacobite Rebel and Jacobite Maverick have disabled access. Only the Jacobite Maverick has disabled toilet facilities available onboard. Dogs are welcome onboard the contemplation, however, must be booked on (free of charge) at the checkout. They allow a maximum of 5 dogs to join them on their sailings. 

Tour Inspiration

The departure point is 9 miles from Inverness city centre, so requires you to travel by car or bus.

Cruise the Loch and view the castle on this one-hour voyage across the deepest, mysterious waters of Loch Ness. From there, treat those peepers – and your camera – to the breathtaking sight of the historic Urquhart Castle.

The onboard audio is bursting with lots of facts and legends to tune into as you sail. And don’t forget to look out for Nessie, with a little help from their onboard sonar.

Tour Freedom

The departure point is 9 miles from Inverness city centre, so requires you to travel by car.

Cruise the Loch and visit the castle on this two-hour adventure. Your voyage will include a one-hour cruise across the mysterious waters of Loch Ness. You’ll also hop ashore for a one-hour visit to explore historic Urquhart Castle and its turbulent past.

The onboard audio is bursting with fascinating facts and legends to tune into as you sail. And don’t forget to look out for Nessie, with a little help from their onboard sonar.

PLEASE NOTE DOGS ARE NOT ABLE TO JOIN ON THIS TOUR. 

Tour Temptation

Cruise the Loch and visit a castle on this coach and boat tour that transports you directly from Inverness city centre to the legendary Loch Ness. You’ll learn everything there is to know about the stirring past of these famous shores as you relax on a guided coach tour. Then it’s time to hop on board a cruise across the Loch’s world-famous waters, including a one-hour visit to snoop around the once mighty stronghold of Urquhart Castle – entry fee included.

The Temptation tour is operated by D&E Coaches.