Private Tour
Invergordon cruise excursion to Loch Ness , Inverness, Culloden
Overview
Available languages
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This small group tour with local Highland guides travels from Invergordon along the shore of the Cromarty Firth and makes our way to Beauly , we stop at Robertsons Farm Shop where you will see some Highland Coos .
We continue to Beauly Priory , the 13th century Monastery built for an order of Valliscaulian monks. The Priory was an ancient burial ground for the Chiefs of Clans Fraser and Mackenzie and has featured in Outlander.
Leaving Beauly behind we carry on over Culnakirk Hill to Drumnadrochit and visit Urquhart Castle which sits on a promontory jutting out in to Loch Ness , the views of the Loch are fantastic from here and it was near here where St Columba is reputed to have seen the Loch Ness Monster.
We then head towards Inverness where you will have an opportunity to visit the new Inverness Castle experience get some lunch and see some of the town centre. before we travel out to Clava Cairns and Culloden Battlefield before we take you back to the port.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Snacks
Free pick-up & drop-off
Urquhart Castle
Inverness Castle has been transformed into a tourist attraction. Exhibitions and stories inside the castle capture the essence of the area's unique landscape, heritage, culture and people.
What To Expect
Robertson's - The Larder & Highland Cows - Beauly
We stop at Robertsons Farm Shop in Beauly where we will see some magnificient Highland Coos
Beauly Priory
Beauly Priory is currently closed due to recent high winds causing masonry to fall , we do not know when it will reopen. We will still visit Beauly where you can see The Priory from the gate. Beauly Priory was founded in the 13th Century as a Monastery for Valliscaulian order of monks from Dijon in France , Oliver Cromwells forces were responsible for destroying the Priory in the 16th Century. For centuries this was a Burial place for the chiefs of Clan Fraser and Mackenzie and their families. Their is an Outlander connection because it was here that Claire met the Seer.
Options
Group
Pickup included
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Tour
S4136XSdavidb,
Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taking this private tour was a great decision. Lawrence, our driver and guide for the day, was excellent, taking great care of us, making sure we got into the venues, castles, etc. not just dropping us off in the parking lot. Professional, he shared his knowledge and history of the area. Schedule was flexible, so we were able to spend a little more time in Inverness. Met us at the Invergordon cruise port and returned us on time. Would book again!
Treat yourself!
G6124MXandym,
Aug 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lawrence was very accommodating to customizing our tour. Was a WONDERFUL time! He took in to account our preferences, and even did a little research on family backgrounds and clan affiliation. It was my best 60th birthday so far.
Great guide. Great trip!
William Z,
Jul 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide himself was one of the highlights actually. Graham was amazing. Easy to work with, funny, and super knowledgeable. Took great care of us. One of our trip highlights.
The Best Tour!
laurenbE6165ZY,
Jun 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Billy was the absolute best tour guide! Our group had a wonderful time! He was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot about all of our stops! Every stop on the tour was amazing! My favorite was the Cawdor Castle and Gardens!
Fantastic tour of Inverness
margied769,
Jun 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Kevin, showed us the grandeur of Lochness, the exquisite gardens of Cawdor Castle, an old Stonehenge like ruin, called Balnuaren of Clava, the site of the Battle of Culloden, a visit to see the "hurry coos" (hairy cows) and lunch at a fantastic local eatery. We were in a caravan of three cars snd all the hosts were accommodating. They also provided us with tasty local snacks and water. Thank you for sharing your beautiful homeland with us! We visited so many places but did not feel rushed.
Exceeded expectations and created everlasting memories!
Connector28206040404,
May 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Billy met us at the port of Invergordon, on time and ready to show us Scotland. I had a few key places I wanted to see, Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Battle of Culloden and Clava Cairns. Billy made many more stops and I was very impressed with his knowledge. I truly appreciate the extra effort and time to show us as much as he could. We had a short stop in Canterbury and Billy recommended a lovely lunch cafe. This tour went beyond my expectations. At the end of the tour, he gifted us with some lovely Tea cakes. I highly recommend Highlander Private Tours. The cost shadows with the experience, time, and memories.
We traveled to castle ruins and a castle still being inhabited. Also tour the Culloden battlegrounds.
829masg,
Apr 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I would recommend this tour to anyone coming off a cruise ship and has a day to spend in the area. Billy Maclean was our tour guide and took very good care of us. He was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed our day with him. He was very flexible given we docked late and was able to fit everything in we wanted to do.
On the traces of Outlander
T3462OFtanjab,
Apr 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoyed my trip to Inverness very much. The driver showed us many different sightseeing attractions and told us something about the history. As an "Outlander-fan" the driver took us for instance to the locations the author Diana Gabaldon got her ideas from. I thank you Billie very much for this unusual experience. I like to think back on this journey.
Great tour in Invergordon
MaryJane C,
Oct 4, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Kevin did a wonderful job on this tour. He was very knowledgeable and did a great job showing us all the historical locations that we wanted to visit. I would recommend this tour.
Exceptional tour of Culloden, Inverness, Loch Ness, and more
PKCHB,
Sep 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00William Maclean was the ultimate tour guide and driver. He is personable, knowledgeable, charming, and entertaining; it was a pleasure to spend the day with him. We learned fascinating details about the Battle of Culloden, walked along the shore of Loch Ness, enjoyed a pub in Inverness (Gellions), and much more. William (Billy) was gracious and thoughtful throughout the day; he ensured our comfort, shared countless fascinating stories, and made every single stop fascinating and fun. In addition, ‘Outlander’ fans will especially enjoy his behind-the-scenes stories. Finally, on a purely practical note, he is a very safe and dependable driver. Billy’s cordial nature and knowledge of the Highlands made our day even better than we had imagined it would be. He is fabulous, and we would definitely hire William Maclean again. Very well done!
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