Embark on a private tour of Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle, and more. Explore the stunning landscapes and historical sites of Inverness with your own personal guide.
Embark on a private tour of Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle, and more. Explore the stunning landscapes and historical sites of Inverness with your own personal guide.
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Loch Ness - Loch Ness stretches 23 miles in length and reaches a width of 1.5 miles at its broadest point. The first sighting of Nessie was recorded by St. Columba in 564 AD. Annually, numerous sightings are reported, with 11 in 2017 and 13 in 2018. Stay alert as the journey around the loch unfolds.
Our initial stop is at the Wellington lay-by,…
- Loch Ness - Loch Ness stretches 23 miles in length and reaches a width of 1.5 miles at its broadest point. The first sighting of Nessie was recorded by St. Columba in 564 AD. Annually, numerous sightings are reported, with 11 in 2017 and 13 in 2018. Stay alert as the journey around the loch unfolds.
Our initial stop is at the Wellington lay-by, where on December 31, 1939, a Wellington Bomber from RAF Lossiemouth had to make an emergency landing due to engine failure. The bomber’s remains were recovered in 1985, fully restored, and are now displayed at the Brooklands Museum in Weybridge, Surrey.
- Urquhart Castle - Continuing through Drumnadrochit, we arrive at Urquhart Castle, perched on a rocky promontory offering stunning views of Loch Ness. This 800-year-old castle has a rich and tumultuous history. Explore the ruins and the visitor center.
- Beauly Priory - Beauly Priory is currently closed due to recent high winds causing masonry to fall, with no known reopening date. However, a visit to Beauly allows a view of The Priory from the gate.
Departing Urquhart Castle, the route returns to Drumnadrochit, taking the Culnakirk Hill Road towards Beauly and the next stop, Beauly Priory. Founded in the 13th century for monks of the Valliscaulian order, the priory grounds feature the Beauly Elm Tree, an 800-year-old tree and the oldest elm in Europe.
- Cawdor Castle - Cawdor Castle will reopen on April 27, 2024. Since 1370, it has been the residence of the Thanes of Cawdor. The castle is set amidst beautiful grounds and gardens, surrounded by the magnificent Cawdor Big Wood, one of Europe’s finest woodland areas.
- Clava Cairns - The journey continues back towards Inverness to the Clava Cairns, a 4000-year-old ancient cemetery. The site includes various prehistoric burial monuments and the remnants of a medieval chapel.
The Clava Cairns inspired Creag Na Dun in the Outlander series, and the Cleft Stone is located here.
- Culloden Battlefield - Less than a mile from Clava Cairns lies Culloden Battlefield, where on April 16, 1746, the last battle on British soil occurred, marking the end of the final Jacobite Rising. In under an hour, 1600 men were killed, 1500 of whom were Jacobites, forever altering Highland life.
Stroll around the battlefield to see the memorial cairn and clan burial stones, and visit the visitor center.
- Inverness Castle - Passing by Inverness Castle, one can see a statue of Flora Macdonald in the castle grounds, renowned for aiding Bonnie Prince Charlie’s escape after the Battle of Culloden.
- Inverness Cathedral - Inverness Cathedral is the northernmost Anglican Cathedral in the UK. Commissioned by Bishop Eden, it was completed in 1866.

- Private transportation
- WiFi onboard
- Complimentary bottled water
- Assorted snacks provided
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off included
- Private transportation
- WiFi onboard
- Complimentary bottled water
- Assorted snacks provided
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off included
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
This tour is an exclusive experience customized for you and your group alone. We will travel to the locations of your choice. Destinations may include Loch Ness alongside Urquhart Castle, the historical Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle, and Beauly Priory. You can visit the cultural hub of Inverness City, where you’ll see landmarks such…
This tour is an exclusive experience customized for you and your group alone. We will travel to the locations of your choice. Destinations may include Loch Ness alongside Urquhart Castle, the historical Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle, and Beauly Priory. You can visit the cultural hub of Inverness City, where you’ll see landmarks such as Inverness Castle and Inverness Cathedral, as well as Abertarff House- the city’s oldest house. We’ll also make a stop at the old High church - a site associated with the tragic fate of Jacobite prisoners after the Battle of Culloden.
- Alcohol is not served to underaged
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.