Overview
Enjoy an 8-hour trip to get a flavor of the lush hills and glens in and around the world famous and mysterious Loch Ness. Experience tastes of this unique culture, history and landscape. The private tour will be in a comfortable, air-conditioned Land Rover or minibus that seats up to 8 people.
Relax with your Professional, Scottish, kilted tour guide as they take you on a journey to Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle , Beauly , Glen Ord Distillery, Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns.
This tour is NOT available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional Kilted Guide
Air Conditioned Vehicles - Land Rover or Minibus
Pick-up & Drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
Private Transportation
Gratuities
Lunch
Full Glen Ord Distillery Tour (time does not allow for this)
Cost of Glen Ord Distillery Tastings
Entrance fee to Urquhart Castle
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Leaves from in front of the Columba Hotel or from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route. Meet at 8:45am
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Operates in all weather conditions so dress appropriately
• Booster seats are available on request
• Children (ages 6 to 17) must be accompanied by an adult
What to expect
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Happy Tours
15 min
Meet and Greet in front of the Columba Hotel for departure of all our tours. Meet at 8:45am.
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Loch Ness
15 min
As we head towards Urquhart Castle see this world famous loch that holds the most volume of fresh water of any lochs in Scotland. Perhaps you might see it's most famous inhabitant - Nessie!
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Urquhart Castle
1 hour 20 min
Stop here and visit this iconic ruined castle. Hear the history and folklore from your guide, watch the short welcome video and take some photos of the castle and spectacular view down the loch
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Robertson’s Farm Shop Beauly
20 min
Meet the fabulous Highland Coos Katie Morag and Jamie Fraser. See the comical Alpacas and perhaps buy some fabulous gifts or food from the Farm Shop itself.
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The Singleton Distillery
45 min
Learn about the single malt whisky produced at the distillery and view the new exhibition centre. Your guide will tell you all about the Whisky production and if you wish you can take a tasting that suits your needs.
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Beauly
1 hour
Stop here for a lunch break and to visit some of the wonderful local cafes (including an award-winning deli) and shops that this medieval burgh has to offer.
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Culloden Battlefield
1 hour
Experience the feelings evoked by standing on the site of the last pitched battle fought on British mainland soil. Your guide will take you round around the battlefield showing you Memorial Clan Markers, the Memorial Cairn and much much more
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Clava Cairns
30 min
Have a guided tour around the prehistoric site and marvel at the Standing Stones and Burial Cairns, learning their history from your guide.
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
- This tour is not available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness
Can I cancel Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Where does it start?
Leaves from in front of the Columba Hotel or from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route. Meet at 8:45am
What's included?
- Professional Kilted Guide
- Air Conditioned Vehicles - Land Rover or Minibus
- Pick-up & Drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
- Private Transportation
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Full Glen Ord Distillery Tour (time does not allow for this)
- Cost of Glen Ord Distillery Tastings
- Entrance fee to Urquhart Castle
Which places does it visit?
It visits Happy Tours, Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Robertson’s Farm Shop Beauly, The Singleton Distillery, Beauly, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Happy Tours Scotland Ltd
