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Loch Ness, Inverness and Cawdor Castle Tour: Explore Scottish Highlands
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12 Ratings
Beauly
Embark on a captivating tour of the Scottish Highlands, visiting iconic landmarks such as Loch Ness, Inverness, and Cawdor Castle. Explore ancient ruins, witness stunning views, and immerse yourself in Scottish history.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Beauly Priory - 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.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off service
What's Not Included
- Entrance Fees to attractions - Urquhart Castle $14 , Cawdor Castle $14 , Culloden Visitor Centre $16
- Lunch
Additional Information
Gathered from the Port entrance, we embark on a journey trailing the edge of the Cromarty Firth and traverse the Cromarty bridge leading to the Black Isle, en-route to Beauly Priory. This is a 13th century Monastery constructed for a fraternity of Valliscaulian monks hailing from Dijon in France and later ravaged by Cromwell’s soldiers in the 16th Century.
We will pause momentarily to admire some Highland cattle (see image), before we proceed across Culnakirk Hill to Drumnadrochit and explore Urquhart Castle that occupies a limb extending into Loch Ness. The vistas of the Loch from this point are breath-taking, and it’s in this proximity that St Columba is said to have spotted the Loch Ness Monster.
Next, we course towards Inverness, and as we approach Inverness, we circumnavigate Hill of the Fairies. We halt to appreciate the Cathedral and The Old High Church and we elapse Inverness Castle and the figurine of Flora Macdonald. Finally, we set off to Clava Cairns, enjoy a lunch session at Cawdor Castle, and culminate our tour at the historic Culloden Battlefield.
Location
Beauly Priory
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Laurenbe6165zy
Jun 17, 2024
The Best Tour! - Billy was the absolute best tour guide! Our group had a wonderful time! He was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot about all of our stops! Every stop on the tour was amazing! My favorite was the Cawdor Castle and Gardens!
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Margied769
Jun 1, 2024
Fantastic tour of Inverness - Our tour guide, Kevin, showed us the grandeur of Lochness, the exquisite gardens of Cawdor Castle, an old Stonehenge like ruin, called Balnuaren of Clava, the site of the Battle of Culloden, a visit to see the "hurry coos" (hairy cows) and lunch at a fantastic local eatery. We were in a caravan of three cars snd all the hosts were accommodating. They also provided us with tasty local snacks and water. Thank you for sharing your beautiful homeland with us! We visited so many places but did not feel rushed.
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Connector28206040404
May 23, 2024
Exceeded expectations and created everlasting memories! - Billy met us at the port of Invergordon, on time and ready to show us Scotland. I had a few key places I wanted to see, Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Battle of Culloden and Clava Cairns. Billy made many more stops and I was very impressed with his knowledge. I truly appreciate the extra effort and time to show us as much as he could. We had a short stop in Canterbury and Billy recommended a lovely lunch cafe. This tour went beyond my expectations. At the end of the tour, he gifted us with some lovely Tea cakes. I highly recommend Highlander Private Tours. The cost shadows with the experience, time, and memories.
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829masg
Apr 30, 2024
We traveled to castle ruins and a castle still being inhabited. Also tour the Culloden battlegrounds. - I would recommend this tour to anyone coming off a cruise ship and has a day to spend in the area. Billy Maclean was our tour guide and took very good care of us. He was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed our day with him. He was very flexible given we docked late and was able to fit everything in we wanted to do.
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T3462oftanjab
Apr 24, 2024
On the traces of Outlander - I enjoyed my trip to Inverness very much. The driver showed us many different sightseeing attractions and told us something about the history. As an "Outlander-fan" the driver took us for instance to the locations the author Diana Gabaldon got her ideas from.
I thank you Billie very much for this unusual experience. I like to think back on this journey.
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Maryjane_c
Oct 4, 2023
Great tour in Invergordon - Kevin did a wonderful job on this tour. He was very knowledgeable and did a great job showing us all the historical locations that we wanted to visit. I would recommend this tour.
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Pkchb
Sep 1, 2023
Exceptional tour of Culloden, Inverness, Loch Ness, and more - William Maclean was the ultimate tour guide and driver. He is personable, knowledgeable, charming, and entertaining; it was a pleasure to spend the day with him. We learned fascinating details about the Battle of Culloden, walked along the shore of Loch Ness, enjoyed a pub in Inverness (Gellions), and much more. William (Billy) was gracious and thoughtful throughout the day; he ensured our comfort, shared countless fascinating stories, and made every single stop fascinating and fun. In addition, ‘Outlander’ fans will especially enjoy his behind-the-scenes stories. Finally, on a purely practical note, he is a very safe and dependable driver. Billy’s cordial nature and knowledge of the Highlands made our day even better than we had imagined it would be. He is fabulous, and we would definitely hire William Maclean again. Very well done!
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Susan
Aug 28, 2023
Memories well made - We had Kevin as a guide and loved every minute. He was extremely knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He catered the trip to our wants and had excellent suggestions to make it more memorable. Would definitely highly recommend both this company and our guide to anyone wanting a great adventure.
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Lanedorcy
May 22, 2023
A group of four instead of forty. - The best way to see the land and sea. Private tour guides really know the area and have a personal connection to the history of the area. Billy was fantastic.
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718lauriev
May 17, 2023
A Tour for the Memory Books! - We toured Scotland and Ireland via cruise ship and at each port made plans for private tours or ship excursions. Our private tour with Highlander Private Tours in Invergordon port was by far the highlight of our trip! Billie was an exceptional guide and shared his Scottish sprit and knowledge with us. When he discovered our love of golf and Outlander, he personalized our days itinerary to include special stops, no tour bus could ever do! We enjoyed the beauty of Loch Ness, the deep historical impact of Culloden, the mystical atmosphere at Clava Cairns and the natural beauty along the way. When we return someday soon, we won't hesitate to enlist the expertise of Highlander Private Tours once again.
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