Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle & Culloden Battlefield Shore Excursion

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This tour takes in all the "Must See" attractions and destinations in and around Inverness. A day of historic sights, epic views and tall tales awaits! We enjoy lovely views of the Beauly Firth as we head to Beauly Priory. Originally built in the 13th century by monks from Dijon, France, much of the main structure remains. From here we'll head over the hill to Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle. You’ll have plenty of time to enjoy exploring this fascinating landmark whilst admiring the unrivalled views of Loch Ness. We then pass through Old Inverness, stopping to enjoy the river and more, before heading for Cawdor Castle & Gardens and the 4000 year old Clava Cairns. Our final destination is Culloden Battlefield, site of the last ever battle fought on British soil and where the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion came to its tragic end. If you have a specific interest in one or more of these landmark destinations, please do let us know and we can adjust our schedule and route accordingly.

8 hours

Private Tour

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

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Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation

Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle

Urquhart Castle; Adult £13.00, Child £7.80 (under 7 free), Family £25.50 - £44.50

Cawdor Castle; Adult £13.00, Child £8.00 (under 6 free), Family £36.50

Culloden Battlefield exhibition; Adult £14.00, Child £11.00, Family £25.00 - £30.00)

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Beauly(Pass By)

Beauly, United KingdomWe drive alongside the Cromarty Firth from Invergordon with views of the Beauly and Moray Firths, to Beauly Priory.View Location

Beauly Priory

Beauly IV4 7DY Beauly IV4, Beauly, United KingdomBeauly Priory is one of three priories founded in Scotland in about 1230 for monks of the Valliscaulian order. The Valliscaulians came from Val-des-Choux (‘Valley of the Cabbages’) near Dijon in France, and adhered to strict ideals of poverty, chastity and obedience. Beauly, meaning ‘beautiful place’, must have seemed to the monks a wonderful location in which to devote themselves to worship. Only the abbey church still stands today, housing some fine funerary monuments. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Urquhart Castle

A82, Drumnadrochit, United Kingdom, IV63 6XJDiscover more than 1,000 years of stirring history centred on the Great Glen. The magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, has seen some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation’s story. Once one of Scotland’s largest castles, Urquhart saw great conflict during its 500 years as a medieval fortress. Control of the castle passed back and forth between the Scots and English during the Wars of Independence. The power struggles continued, as the Lords of the Isles regularly raided both castle and glen up until the 1500s. The last of the government troops garrisoned here during the Jacobite Risings blew up the castle when they left. Urquhart’s iconic ruins remain, offering glimpses into medieval times and the lives of its noble residents. 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Inverness

Inverness, United KingdomThe Hill of The Faeries (Tomnahurich Hill) - Caledonian canal - River Ness - Inverness Cathedral - The Old High Church and graveyard - Inverness' oldest buildings1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Cawdor Castle

Nairn, United Kingdom, IV12 5RDCawdor Castle with its iron yet gate, moat & drawbridge, turrets, turnpike stairs and vaulted 16th century kitchen is steeped in intrigue and history. This ancient medieval tower house built for the 3rd Thane of Cawdor has been home to over 23 generations of the Cawdor family. Explore 12 principal rooms of this unique home containing collections of Rare Tapestries, Fine Art, Furniture, Ceramics and Sculpture spanning 3,500 years. Take time to enjoy the wonderful gardens too 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Clava Cairns

Balnuaran of Clava, Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom, IV2 5EUDiscover one of Scotland’s most evocative prehistoric sites – the exceptional remains of an ancient cemetery, set on a terrace above the River Nairn. The Clava Cairns are about 4,000 years old and were built to house the dead. The cemetery remained a sacred place in the landscape for millennia, and provides many clues to the beliefs of Bronze Age society. What remains today would have once been part of a larger complex. The sites contain a range of prehistoric burial monuments and the remains of a medieval chapel. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Culloden Battlefield

Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre, Culloden Moor, United Kingdom, IV2 5EUOn 16 April 1746, the final Jacobite Rising came to a brutal head in one of the most harrowing battles in British history. Jacobite supporters, seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy to the British thrones, gathered to fight the Duke of Cumberland’s government troops. It was the last pitched battle on British soil and, in less than an hour, around 1,600 men were slain – 1,500 of them Jacobites. The richly researched, stimulating and sensitive Culloden Visitor Centre, which stands beside the battlefield, features artefacts from both sides of the battle and interactive displays that reveal the background to the conflict. It is both a monument and a guide to a pivotal day in history. Experience the powerful emotions of the Battle of Culloden in our visitor centre’s 360-degree battle immersion theatre, which puts you right in the heart of the action. NB admission to the battlefield is free; there is a charge for the exhibition (recommended) 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

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Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Your driver / guide will have a board displaying your name
Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time

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Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel and transportation through our beautiful scenery is included in the total time duration of this tour

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Tour Guide Available In

English

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

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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.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Grant Driving Tours; ScotlandCreated on 24 Aug 2023Created on 02 Sep 2024

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