Hop Highland Tours

Inverness Day Tours of the Scottish Highlands

Relaxed, small-group tours from Inverness — designed for travellers who want more time exploring and less time on a coach.

⭐ Rated 5-star by travellers with our sister company Sgùrr Tours

Local Destinations

Hand-picked local destinations chosen by experienced Highland tour guides.

Simple Pricing

Simple per-vehicle pricing for
1–3 or 4–7 guests, with no hidden extras.

Top Tour Guides

Friendly local guides who look after you before, during, and even after your tour.

A Smarter Way to Explore the Highlands

Discover the Scottish Highlands and Inverness Day Tours with Hop Highland Tours — relaxed, small-group Inverness day tours led by experienced local guides who actually live here.

Based in Inverness, we operate thoughtfully designed small-group day tours for travellers who value comfort, local insight, and a relaxed pace. Our itineraries focus on meaningful stops, manageable driving distances, and genuine Highland experiences — without unnecessary add-ons.

‘Not everyone wants a large coach tour. Not everyone needs a fully bespoke private experience. Hop Highland Tours offers the ideal middle ground.’

Whether you’re visiting Inverness for a short stay or want to see the Highlands in a single day, our Inverness day tours are designed to give you more time at each stop — not just views from a window. Expect regular photo stops, local insight, and a relaxed pace that lets you properly experience the landscape.

Why Choose Our Inverness Day Tours?

  •  Private small-group tours (up to 7 guests) – simple per-vehicle pricing for 1–3 or 4–7 guests

  •  Local Highland guides – born, bred, and based here

  •  Great value tours – experienced local guides, thoughtful itineraries, and sensible pricing

  •  Relaxed pace – time to explore, not just tick boxes

  •  Modern, comfortable vehicles

  •  Departing from Inverness city centre

Our Inverness Day Tours

All tours are priced per vehicle (up to 7 guests), making them ideal for couples, families, and small groups travelling together.

All of our tours are relaxed, full-day Inverness day tours for private groups. Travel in a small group with a local Highland guide, enjoy regular photo stops, and explore the Highlands without rushing or sharing with strangers.

Where We Pick Up in Inverness?

All of our Inverness day tours depart from Inverness city centre, we will pick you up from your hotel, AirBnB or guesthouse. 

Our central Inverness departure locations are chosen to make joining your tour simple and stress-free — whether you’re staying locally, arriving by train, or visiting on a short break. Please provide your accommodation name and address when booking.

If you’re unsure whether our Inverness pick-up points work for you, just get in touch — we’re happy to help.

Built by the Team Behind Sgùrr Tours — Designed for a Different Touring Style

Hop Highland Tours was created by the same experienced Highland guides behind Sgùrr Tours. While Sgùrr focuses on fully bespoke private touring in luxury vehicles, Hop offers structured small-group itineraries at a more accessible price point — without compromising on local knowledge or care.

👉 Looking for a fully bespoke or luxury experience? Visit Sgùrr Tours.

Browse our tours below and hop into the Highlands with us.

All of our tours are full-day experiences departing from Inverness and returning the same day, making them ideal for visitors staying in the city. Browse our Inverness day tours below and choose the Highland adventure that suits your time, budget, and interests.

Customer Reviews

Reviews below are from guests who toured with our guiding team through Sgùrr Tours.