Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
This tour will take you through time just as Diana did with her Outlander storyline. We will discover together the inspiration she took from these special places right here in the Highlands.
Breath-taking scenery, historical landmarks, famous lochs, castles, gardens and distilleries. This tour will give you a true Scottish Highland experience. Remember to take your camera… Not sure what a Sassannach is, come and find out :)
Go Highlands only caters for small groups of up to 7 on our tours, which means you always get the absolute best experience.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Clava Cairns
Stones that date back around 4000 years (yes 4000) thats older than the pyramids... Touch the biggest one... thats what Claire did! I dare you :)
Culloden Battlefield
This is where series one ends... the Battle of Culloden, see the wee hoose Claire turns into a wee makeshift hospital then the lads use it to hide out. A solemn place, the last battle fought between Scots, Clans, English and even some Irish
Options
Shore Excursion 1
What‘s Included
Guided walks if desired
Bottled water
Leisurely itinerary
Services of knowledgeable local guide
No guarantee of Sunshine (This is Scotland)
Urquhart Castle
Culloden
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
60 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Thanks, George
Rebecca Y,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00George was great fun! Knowledgeable and entertaining! Great insider info, best the coaches to main attractions. Accommodated late cruise ship arrival. Took input from passengers. Prioritize remaining time well. Highly recommend. Max- 6 passengers on our mini bus.
Retirement Tour
Jeff C,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Tour guide knowledgeable about the history. Spent a little too long in Clava Cairns.Retireme
An amazing tour
T657UCpaulam,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Sarah, picked us up & dropped us off at cruse port. She did an outstanding job & was extremely knowledgeable. It is a must do if in the area.
Best rainy day yet!
Latese L,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved this tour! Although it was a cold, rainy June day, it let us know how the locals feel there. Saw beautiful places, and learned a lot from our knowledgeable tour guide George, who also has a good sense of humor. I would hands down recommend it to anyone, and would take the tour again if traveling with a friend.
Perfect Day in Inverness!!!
LoriR971,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent a wonderful day in Inverness with Sarah! She was extremely knowledgeable with her tour and the history or legends that went with each site - nice being with a local! She picked us up at the port and got us back in plenty of time. She had a great personality and this made for us to have a wonderful day. Definitely recommend her and Go Highlands tours.
This Is Your Tour & George Is Your Scot You’ve Been Waiting To Meet
jenm929,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Book this tour. Now. Full stop. George is like an old Scottish friend that you wanna hang out with, drink whiskey & learn all you can about his homeland Inverness & all things Scottish whilst teasing him about being known everywhere you go. What was to be a 4 person trip became a private tour w/ my sister and I, George & his wee dog, Leo. We overstayed at Clava Cairns & Culloden learning all we could; picking George’s endless depths of knowledge & literally getting wrapped up in a kilt. Then on to Great Glen Distillery for-hands down-the best gin I’ve ever had. A bite of soup & onward to Urquhart Castle & more silly questions for my new best friend, George. Then true disappointment when the tour was closing out because he’s a gem & we didn’t want to stop chatting. Nor did we want to say bye to Leo. Grand, grand time. Do this tour. Get George. He’s a wealth of knowledge & a helluva guy, plus the kilt is 👌🏽 We learned more in 6 hrs than I’ve ever learned about Scotland in my life. So hit book. Now. You’ll see what I mean. Thanks, George! Those crazy sisters from Maine.
Our Scotland adventure.
Robert W,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00George was a fantastic guide; had a great, dry humor and was very informative. He made suggestions about a possible change to our itinerary and let our small group decide which option we preferred. I would happily book with him again if returning to the Inverness area.
High Praise for this Highland Tour
Nicole M,Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00George was a joy to travel with. He has so much knowledge and passion, and it really made the day special, so much so that as we walked back to the ship with the other group who was on the excursion, we were all talking about coming back to the Highlands and booking a longer tour with his company. This tour was perfect as a shore excursion with no concerns about timing, and nimble response to the weather. We really loved our experience and couldn't recommend it enough.
Great Outlander tour!
Mark H,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sarah was very informative about all the areas that we visited. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who is or is not an Outlander fan.
Really great day
Susan K,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour. Our guide, George, made the day fun. The small size of the group helped make the tour much more personal than the typical excursion. In addition to expanding on the Outlander connection to the sites we visited, he also provided historical context from the perspective of someone who grew up in the area and knows it well. We learned a lot about Scottish history, and George left us wanting to come back. We were lucky to have great weather. The visit to Urquhart Castle was amazing, with a breathtaking view of Loch Ness. I highly recommend!
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