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 6 . P/UP INVERNESS
PRIVATE TOUR . P /UP 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
Reviews
151 reviews
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Unforgettable Day!
Kim M,
Sep 5, 2025
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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!
A great day full of sights and information!
Jenny R,
Jul 28, 2025
- 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!
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