• Inverness Cathedral, dedicated to St Andrew - St Andrews Cathedral
  The tour starts in Inverness where we drive past St. Andrew’s Cathedral, a stunning church dating back to 1869, located near the city center. This Anglican Cathedral is the northernmost in the UK and is a prime example of local Gothic architecture. Take a moment to admire the beautiful stained glass windows and intricately carved stonework.

• Ness Islands - The River Ness flows from the northern end of Loch Ness, through Loch Dochfour, and through the heart of Inverness. Contrary to popular belief, Inverness gets its name from the Scottish Gaelic ‘Inbhir Nis,’ meaning ‘Mouth of the River Ness,’ not from Loch Ness.

Legend has it that the first sighting of the Loch Ness monster occurred in the River Ness, where Saint Columba reportedly banished a ‘water monster’ back into the river after it tried to attack one of his disciples.

The river attracts many visitors, with numerous buildings like St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Eden Court Theatre, and various popular restaurants and hotels lining its banks. Nature enthusiasts should look out for common and grey seals, several bat species, and birds such as dippers, goosanders, and occasionally ospreys.

• Loch Ness Region - From Ness Islands in Inverness, we will travel towards Loch Ness, offering plenty of photo opportunities at some of the most scenic vantage points. You’ll also have a chance to touch the waters of Loch Ness before heading to the village of Drumnadrochit for shopping and gin tasting.

• Great Glen Distillery - Scotland’s Smallest Craft Distillery - Great Glen gin captures the essence of its birthplace, balancing sweet herbal honeysuckle notes of Scottish heather with the subtle tartness of Red Sorrel and aromatic pine tones of Frankincense. Enhanced by the purity of our own base spirit, this complex and rewarding gin offers deep, lasting flavors that linger like timeless tales. Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and start your own story.

• Beauly Priory - Take your time exploring the historic ruins and learning about its fascinating history before the tour continues to Beauly Priory, an ancient monastery now in ruins but still exuding an air of reverence and mystery.

• Robertson’s Farm Shop Beauly - Highland cows, goats, and alpacas can be seen here. The farm shop is filled with a wide range of treats to tempt all tastes, as well as gifts and goodies for the whole family. Open all year round.

• The Singleton Distillery - FROM GRAIN TO GLASS
  A true product of its place of birth, Great Glen balances the sweet herbal honeysuckle notes of Scottish heather with the subtle tartness of Red Sorrel and the aromatic pine tones of Frankincense. Elevated by the purity of our own base spirit, this complex and rewarding gin has deep, lasting flavors that stay with you like the tales that transcend generations. Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and start your own story.

• Clava Cairns - This sacred site in the Highlands is rich in history, with its first usage dating back over 4000 years. Set in a beautiful forested area, ancient peoples returned here repeatedly; there are even ruins of a medieval chapel. Clava Cairns inspired the fictitious Craigh na Dun standing stones in the book and TV series Outlander, including the famous ‘cleft stone’ that transports the main character Claire back in time.

• Culloden Battlefield - Culloden was the site of the bloody Battle of Culloden, which had far-reaching consequences and is thoroughly documented at the visitor center. Engage with the history through artifacts, re-enactments, and talks by local historians before heading to Clava Cairns, an ancient Bronze Age cemetery.

• Bottled water
• Snacks
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Live commentary on board
• Free tasting at Great Glen Distillery

• GLEN ORD DISTILLERY TASTING STARTING FROM £15.00 FOR 3 DRAMS
• GLEN ORD DISTILLERY TASTING, INVERNESS

Historic and Scenic Tours
Whether seeking day tours from Inverness or aiming to experience the stunning sights on a Highland adventure, this tour offers an unforgettable journey. Explore Loch Ness, Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield, and Outlander sites from Inverness, promising a captivating experience. A friendly guide will pick up guests from their accommodations, including hotels, guesthouses, and apartments, to explore some of Scotland’s most famous, historic, and culturally significant sites.

Starting from Inverness, the tour visits Loch Ness (and its legendary monster!), then moves to the historic Beauly Priory, Robertson Farm, and the Glen Ord Distillery. The journey continues to the dramatic Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns. Conclude the tour in Inverness with visits to St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Ness Islands. What are you waiting for?

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