Overview
Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands on this small-group tour from Inverness or Invergordon. Following pickup from Starbucks Cafe in Inverness, hop aboard an air-conditioned Minibus and head into nature. Visit the 4000 year old Outlander Stones that are Clava Cairns and the Culloden Battlefield.
Then, look out for Nessie. As you go, Learn all about Highland Clan families and culture. This small-group tour is capped at seven people for a personal outing.
See many of the Highlands’ key attractions, all in just half a day. Round-trip transit makes getting around seamless. See castles, battlefields, archeological sites, and even Loch Ness
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
On-board WiFi
In-vehicle air conditioning
Local Guide
A wee Dram of Whisky if desired
No guarantee of Sunshine (This is Scotland) :)
Entry fee to Culloden Battlefield Museum (£12)
Entry Fee to Urquhart Castle (£12)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will pick up all passengers in the Starbucks Cafe Car Park by the front door. We will be the only Tour operator there so really easy to find. :)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Clava Cairns
30 min
Our first stop will be to the Clava cairns.
Clava Cairns are a well-preserved Bronze Age cemetery complex of passage graves; ring cairns, kerb cairns and standing stones in a beautiful setting.
Clava Cairns or the Prehistoric Burial Cairns of Bulnuaran of Clava are a group of three Bronze Age cairns located near Inverness. A hugely significant and exceptionally well preserved prehistoric site, Clava Cairns is a fantastic example of the distant history of Highland Scotland, dating back about 4,000 years. -
Culloden Battlefield
1 hour
Our second stop... is a visit to the powerfully moving site of the final Jacobite Rising – the last and most harrowing pitched battle to be fought on British soil between Scotland and England. Explore the interactive visitor centre, view fascinating artefacts from both sides of the confrontation, and experience the battle in the immersive surround cinema. (Entry to this adventure is included in your ticket price)
On 16 April 1746, the final Jacobite Rising came to a brutal head. 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 1,500 men were slain – more than 1,000 of them Jacobites. -
Loch Ness
15 min
Lets stop at the entry stairway down to the shoreline of the most famous Loch in the world. If you have no fear of the monster that may lurk below the water then why not dip a toe or two into the deceptively warm water.
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Great Glen Distillery
30 min
Step into the smallest Gin distillery in Scotland and sample their world award winning Gin, while you listen to the incredible story of their local adventure leading up to the opening of this amazing Gin.
NOTE: The Distillery will be closed during the winter months -
Urquhart Castle
1 hour
Now we make our way to a Castle full of Wild natural beauty and 1,000 years of history - Urquhart Castle offers a taste of the Highlands at their most dramatic.
Discover 1,000 years of drama, experience a glimpse of medieval life and enjoy stunning views over Loch Ness from the ruins of the greatest castle in the Highlands.
Climb the Grant Tower that watches over the iconic loch, peer into a miserable prison cell, said to have held the legendary Gaelic bard Domhnall Donn, and imagine the splendid banquets staged in the great hall.
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 7 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Inverness Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle
Can I cancel Inverness Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5–7 hours.
Where does it start?
We will pick up all passengers in the Starbucks Cafe Car Park by the front door. We will be the only Tour operator there so really easy to find. :)
What's included?
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Local Guide
- A wee Dram of Whisky if desired
What's not included?
- No guarantee of Sunshine (This is Scotland) :)
- Entry fee to Culloden Battlefield Museum (£12)
- Entry Fee to Urquhart Castle (£12)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield, Loch Ness, Great Glen Distillery, Urquhart Castle.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Go Highlands
