From Invergordon to Loch Ness , Inverness , Cawdor Castle + More

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About the Activity

This tour can be customised. Departing from Invergordon port we travel along the shore of the Cromarty Firth and cross the Cromarty bridge to the Black Isle and make our way to Beauly Priory , the 13th century Monastery built for an order of Valliscaulian monks from Dijon in France and destroyed by Cromwells forces in the 16th Century. We will then make a brief stop to see some Highland Cattle (see photo) before we carry on over Culnakirk Hill to Drumnadrochit and visit Urquhart Castle which sits on a promontory jutting out in to Loch Ness , the views of the Loch are fantastic from here and it was near here where St Columba is reputed to have seen the Loch Ness Monster. We then head towards Inverness and as we come in to Inverness we pass the Hill of the Fairies. We stop to see The Old High Church and we pass Inverness Castle and the statue of Flora Macdonald before we travel out to Clava Cairns and have lunch at Cawdor Castle before concluding our tour at Culloden Battlefield.

6 hours to 7 hours

Private Tour

Pickup offered

Instant Confirmation

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Traveler : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation

Transportation amenities : On-board WiFi. WiFi on board

Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water

Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks

Free pick-up & drop-off

Entrance Fees to attractions - Urquhart Castle $14 , Cawdor Castle $14 , Culloden Visitor Centre $16

Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch

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Beauly Priory

Beauly IV4 7DY Beauly IV4, Beauly, United KingdomBeauly Priory is currently closed due to recent high winds causing masonry to fall , we do not know when it will reopen. We will still visit Beauly where you can see The Priory from the gate. Beauly Priory was founded in the 13th Century as a Monastery for Valliscaulian order of monks from Dijon in France , Oliver Cromwells forces were responsible for destroying the Priory in the 16th Century. For centuries this was a Burial place for the chiefs of Clan Fraser and Mackenzie and their families. Their is an Outlander connection because it was here that Claire met the Seer. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Urquhart Castle

A82, Drumnadrochit, United Kingdom, IV63 6XJUrquhart Castle sits on a promontory jutting out in to Loch Ness and has been fought over many times through the years. The views of Loch Ness from the castle are fantastic and during the visit you can go and explore the ruins of this 1000 year old castle and you can go down to the water side of Loch Ness. Keep your eyes peeled in case Nessie makes an appearance. 1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Culloden Battlefield

Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre, Culloden Moor, United Kingdom, IV2 5EUThe Battle of Culloden in 1746 was the last battle fought on British soil . Visit the Museum and we walk around the main areas of the Battlefield where the heaviest fighting took place , you will see the memorial cairn , the well of the dead and the gravestones of the clans as well as Leanach cottage. This visit is top of the list for Outlander fans. 1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Clava Cairns

Balnuaran of Clava, Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom, IV2 5EUWe will visit Clava Cairns and you can enter 2 of the 3 Cairns , this 4000 year old Bronze age cemetery is where Diana Gabaldon took inspiration for her outlander series and you will see the Cleft stone and the stone circles around the Cairns.40 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Inverness Castle Experience

Castle Street, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV2 3EGThe current Inverness Castle is the 3rd Castle on this site and dates from 1836 , the first Castle was built here in 1057 and stood until 1307 , the Castle was rebuilt in 1548 and was destroyed during the Jacobite uprisings. In the grounds of the Castle you will see the statue of Flora Macdonald who was famous for helping Bonnie Prince Charlie escape over the sea to Skye.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Old High St Stephen's Church

Church Street, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV1 1EYBehind Leakeys bookshop stands the Old High Church / St Stephens where the Jacobite prisoners were taken after the Battle of Culloden , you can still see the musket holes in the church wall where the Jacobite prisoners were executed. Looking over the river from the graveyard we will see Balnain House which was also a Government Hospital after Culloden and St Marys Church which has Outlander connections. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Abertarff House(Pass By)

Abertarff House 71 Church Street, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV1 1EUFurther up Church street we pass Abertarff House .This is the oldest house in Inverness and was once the town house for the Fraser Chiefs.View Location

Cawdor Castle

Nairn, United Kingdom, IV12 5RDCawdor castle re-opens on the 27th April 2024 Cawdor Castle with its Macbeth connections is one of the few castles in the Highland area that has been unaffected by the Jacobite uprisings. Home to the Thanes of Cawdor for centuries , you can tour the castle and visit the magnificent gardens and you meet the Dowager Countess of Cawdor who still lives in the Castle. Cawdor Castle re-opens on the 29th April 2023 Note: The remaining time is for the round tour and time spending in sightseeing or explorations.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
We pick up all travellers from the port gate and we return the travellers to the gate within the time specified. We will be waiting outside the gate for you to disembark and we will have a board displaying your name.

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Additional Information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Highlander Private ToursCreated on 24 Feb 2023Created on 12 Dec 2024

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