Overview
Our Half Day Private Highland tour lets you visit the best historical sites, marvel at the most beautiful Highland Landscapes, and learn about the mythology and folklore that makes the Highlands of Scotland such a magical place. This tour will show you the best of the Inverness-Shire area including Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns and the city of Inverness without taking up your whole day.
If you are limited on time, prefer not to travel for a full day, but are still keen to see all the best sights this is the tour for you!
Our local guide grew up in Inverness, which gives them an insight and knowledge of the area that only a local can know. They also have a passion and knowledge of Scottish history and folklore that will further enrich your cultural experience.
This tour will give you an authentic, exciting and informative experience that will reside in your memory for years to come.
This tour can take up to 10 people, so perfect for both large and small groups.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
Snacks
On-board restrooms
On-board WiFi
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
If your private tour begins in Inverness please make your way to the Northern Meeting Park, Inverness and Look out for the blue tartan trailblazers minibus. Your tour guide will be waiting outside it.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Loch Ness
15 min
We will drive to the East Coast of Loch Ness, stopping at the stunning Dores Beach where you can get up close and personal to Loch Ness and witness one of its most beautiful views. If you're lucky you might even get a glimpse of our most famous beast!
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Dochgarroch
15 min
Highland Coos!! We will now drive to Dochgarroch, where we will take you to a spot where you can see some beautiful highlands cows and get a photo of Scotland's favourite hairy animal!
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Inverness
1 hour 15 min
Our local tour guide will give you a brief walking tour around the city cente of their home town of Inverness, including historical sites, architecture, and lessor knows gems and stories that only the locals know. See the oldest pub, visit a site where Jacobite soldiers were executed after the Battle of Culloden, and get a great view of the castle from an old bridge. We will then give you some free time to grab a coffee or snack place of your choice. Our guide will, of course, give some great recommendations.
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Clava Cairns
30 min
For your second stop the guide will take you to the ancient burial site of Clava Cairns. Marvel at these bronze age cairns and touch the standing stones as the guide explains how and why these structures came to be built 4000 years ago. Learn how the Victorians romanticized and changed the landscapes of Clava, and imagine how it used to be all the way back in 2000 BC.
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Culloden Battlefield
45 min
Our guide will take you to Culloden Battlefield where they will tell you about the history of the Jacobite Rebellion and the last battle to be fought on British Soil. They will take you to a great viewpoint and show you where the troops stood facing one another before the Jacobites were slaughtered. You will also be shown the makeshift hospital cottage, the grave markers and other points of interest before being given some free time to absorb the atmosphere of this haunting historical site.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Half Day Private Highland Tour from Inverness or Invergordon
Can I cancel Half Day Private Highland Tour from Inverness or Invergordon for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 hours 30 min.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
If your private tour begins in Inverness please make your way to the Northern Meeting Park, Inverness and Look out for the blue tartan trailblazers minibus. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- Snacks
What's not included?
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
Which places does it visit?
It visits Loch Ness, Dochgarroch, Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Tartan Trailblazer Tours
