1-day itinerary through the Great Glen

🕥 Stop 2: Fort Augustus (10:45–12:15 PM)

• Walk along the Caledonian Canal locks.

• Grab coffee or brunch at The Boathouse Lochside Restaurant or The Lock Inn.

• Watch boats navigating the locks, visit Caledonian Canal Visitor Centre, or take a quick Loch Ness boat cruise if time allows.
  
  

🕐 Stop 3: Invermoriston (1:00–1:30 PM)

• Visit Invermoriston Falls and the Old Bridge – a short and rewarding forest walk near the car park.

• Great photo spot and peaceful woodland setting.

🕜 Stop 4: Urquhart Castle & Loch Ness Viewpoint (1:45–3:00 PM)

• Explore Urquhart Castle – iconic ruins perched on the edge of Loch Ness.

• Learn about the castle’s role in Highland history.

• Don’t miss the viewing terrace for sweeping views across Loch Ness.
  
  

🕒 Stop 5: Drumnadrochit (Optional – 3:15–3:45 PM)

• Stop in this lovely village for souvenirs or a visit to the Loch Ness Centre (recently revamped).

• Ideal place for Nessie fans, especially if you skipped the cruise earlier!

🕓 Arrive in Inverness (4:15 PM onwards)

• Drive the final stretch into Inverness.
  
  

• Optional stops en route:
  
  

• Dochgarroch Locks (peaceful spot by the canal)

• Tomnahurich Hill (short walk for views over Inverness)
  
  

🏙️ Evening Suggestions in Inverness

• Stroll along the River Ness, visit Inverness Castle viewpoint, or explore the Victorian Market.

• Dinner options: Rocpool, The Mustard Seed, or MacGregor’s Bar for live music and Highland fare.

Read more about the Great Glen here