Private Tour
Loch Ness,Culloden Battlefield,Cawdor Castle & Much More From Inverness City
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HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS
Whether you are looking for 1 day tours from Inverness or simply trying to take in as many of the beautiful sights as possible , our Loch Ness tour from Inverness is sure to captivate like no other. Our friendly local guide will pick you up from your place of stay and take you on a tour to remember around some of the most famous, historic and culturally significant
From Inverness we will travel to Loch Ness, home of the romantic and brooding Urquhart Castle (as well as a certain legendary monster!) The tour then turns towards the historic Beauly Priory, before arriving at the Glen Ord Distillery, one of the last remaining single malt scotch whisky distilleries on the Black Isle. Take in the historic and dramatic Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns, before heading for nearby Cawdor Castle. Round off your tour in Inverness with St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Ness Islands, before being dropped off at your place of stay.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Urquhart Castle from £14-15.50
cawdor castle from £12.50-16.50
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
St. Andrew’s Cathedral, also known as Inverness Cathedral, is our next destination - a beautiful cathedral church dating back to 1869 located near the centre of Inverness. The Anglican Cathedral is the most northerly in the UK, and is an excellent example of local architecture and the Gothic style. Take some time to admire the beautiful stained glass windows and intricately carved stonework. Inverness Cathedral is a cathedral of the Scottish Episcopal Church close to the banks of the River Ness. then on to cawdor castle 30 min drive
Ness Islands
The River Ness is the river that runs from the northern end of Loch Ness, through Loch Dochfour and through the heart of the City of Inverness – in fact the river is where Inverness gets it’s name, not from the famous Loch Ness as many think, but from the Scottish Gaelic: Inbhir Nis, meaning “Mouth of the River Ness”. According to the legend the first-ever claimed sighting of the Loch Ness monster wasn’t in Loch Ness, but the River Ness; when Saint Columba is said to have banished a “water monster” back into the river after it tried to attack one of his disciples who was swimming across. The river is a draw to visitors – many buildings sit attractively on its banks, including St. Andrew’s Cathedral (Inverness Cathedral), Eden Court Theatre and a number of popular restaurants and hotels. Nature-lovers should keep an eye out for common and grey seals, a number of bat species, and birds such as dippers, goosander and the occasional osprey. and then on to loch ness 15 min drive
Options
GROUP UP TO 4 . P/UP INVERNESS
PRIVATE TOUR. P/UP CAR/MINIBUS: MINI BUS, WITH PICK/UP FROM INVERNESS AND INVERGORDON
Pickup included
GROUP UP TO 8. P/UP INVERNESS
PRIVATE TOUR . P/UP INVERNESS: MINI BUS, WITH PICK/UP FROM INVERNESS AND INVERGORDON
Pickup included
GROUP UP TO 6 . P/UP INVERNESS
PRIVATE TOUR . P /UP MINIBUS: MINI BUS, WITH PICK/UP FROM INVERNESS AND INVERGORDON
Pickup included
Reviews
154 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
William is the best.
Randall N,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had one of our best Scotland experiences with William as our guide. He was a font of historical information and great at improvising when one of the sites had to close because of a water problem. I can’t give it enough stars.
Great personalized tour of the Inverness area.
Daniel P,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was excellent! Our guide, Jim, was fun and informative and provided great commentary for all of the places we visited. Jim tailored the day's itinerary based on our interests, and the result was perfect. While the cost of this tour was more than others we could have selected, this was a private tour in a private car with just the two of us and we were very pleased with our choice. Recommend!!!
The best day!!
Lauren S,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was the best day we have ever had as a family! My husband and I are traveling with our nearly 3 year old daughter and can’t put in to words how special our full day tour was. Mike was not only super knowledgeable and very friendly, he was also so patient with our little one and went above and beyond to make the trip special for her as well. The van was spacious and clean, the journey about Inverness and the surrounding area was beautiful and the tour stops were unbelievable. This was just the most beautiful, wonderful day. Thank you, Mike!!!
Unforgettable Day!
Kim M,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mike was excellent! We learned so much about Highland history. He ensured we had ample time at every stop so we did not feel rushed anywhere. He also added in a few extra bonus stops (we loved the Highland coo) that we were not expecting. We left a small magnet from the highland coo farm in Mike’s van, he took the time to bring it to our hotel the next day and ensure it made it back to us. Absolutely would recommend him to anyone!
A Wonderful Experience
Sandra S,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing trip! Stuart was very informative, and explained the history and events of the area. We visited Colloden, Clara Cairns, Cawdor Castle, Loch Ness and a few extras. The lunch, and local places He showed us really made us feel as if we were more than simply tourists. Highly recommend this tour!
William was incredible! ...
Krista K,
Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00William was incredible! His knowledge of the sights was amazing with so many personal stories. He made the history come alive. We were able to see so many sights and yet we never felt rushed. He introduced us to several local friends as we toured the different sights!! We felt like we really got a glimpse into real life in Scotland!! I would 100% recommend this tour and William!!!
Great Flexible Tour that Covers a lot of Scotland
Mary E,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to get to know Scotland with limited time there. This is one of the most comprehensive tours I have seen, but the guide Susan was able to fit all of what we wanted to do into our tour. She listened to our preferences, was flexible, and catered the tour to what we wanted. She changed the order of the itinerary so that we didn’t have to wait in long queues, and took us down very scenic routes where tour busses cannot fit. She also took us to local traditional non touristy places like the Clootie Well which made the tour extra special. We never felt rushed for time but saw so much!
Private tour Inverness/Loch Ness
hhf5620,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kate was wonderful. She is knowledgeable about the area and was great with my kids. We had a wonderful time and would recommend her to anyone who is interested in touring the area.
A great day full of sights and information!
Jenny R,
Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wow, we learned SO MUCH about Scotland on this tour! Our guide, Lewis, was VERY knowledgeable! He was flexible with plans and was very kind and patient with my older parents. This was a phenomenal way to learn about the history of the Highlands!
Scottish Highlands
RicardoE B,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mike was a wonderful guide - very knowledgeable and attentive to our needs. Gave a great lesson on all that was Scottish.
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