Cawdor

Our Loch Ness tour from Invergordon promises to enchant, whether you’re a veteran visitor or are travelling to the Highlands for the first time. As soon as you disembark soon as you from your ship at the Invergordon cruise port, around an hour after the ship arrives, you will be met by one of our friendly local guides, who you’ll recognise by their Historic & Scenic Tours placard bearing your Surname. You’ll be escorted to one of our comfortable car/minibuses, where complimentary snacks and bottles of water will be made available for your tour.Visit some of the most historic and cultural sites in the Highlands starting with Beauly Priory, before moving onto the famous and romantic loch ness and then moving onto inverness to see the the saint Andrew's Cathedral and then onto historic Culloden Battlefield and the sacred site of Clava Cairns, home of the famous Outlander “cleft stone”. Finally, to the Singleton Distillery for a tasting before returning to Invergordon Port.

Our tour starts at Invergordon Cruise port where you are assured a warm Highland welcome from your tour guide. Our first stop is a visit to Cawdor Castle, which dates back to 1454. Here you can a self-guided audio tour of the castle then explore the wonderful gardens. Our next stop is Culloden Battlefield, the site of the last ever battle on British soil. Your guide will recount the events of this tragic day and bring the history of the field to life. We then go back in time 4000 years to explore the magical Clava Cairns. Your guide will explain the significance of the standing stones and stone burial chambers. Next on the agenda is Loch Ness, home of the legendary monster. We stop at one of the best viewpoints of the Loch, which is also home to Nessie Hunter Steve Feltham. Our final stop of the day is Inverness, the capital city of the Highlands. Depending on the length of tour we will have either a photo stop of 20 mins, or a slightly longer stop to take in a little more of the city.

Departing from Invergordon, we head to our first stop, Cawdor Castle. Nestled within beautiful gardens in Nairnshire, this ancestral home of the Campbells dates back to the 15th century. You'll have time to explore the castle and its picturesque surroundings. Next, we leave Nairnshire and travel to Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands. Here, you'll have over an hour to enjoy lunch and stroll along the banks of the River Ness, with opportunities for great views of Inverness Castle. From Inverness, our shore excursion continues to Loch Ness for a quick photo and refreshment break, giving you a chance to try your luck at spotting Nessie! We then make our way to Beauly, a charming Highland town along the scenic River Beauly. The name Beauly comes from the French term "beau lieu," meaning “beautiful place,” a phrase attributed to Mary Queen of Scots during her visit in 1564. We’ll stop here for photos before heading to our final destination: Glen Ord Distillery. Glen Ord is the only remaining single malt whisky distillery on the Black Isle and is home to Singleton Whisky. Enjoy a tour of the distillery, concluding your Invergordon shore excursion with a tasting of the Singleton of Glen Ord 12-year-old whisky. Finally, we return to Invergordon, where your Inverness, Cawdor Castle & Highland Whisky shore excursion concludes.

Sit back and relax in the confines of a private tour within executive vehicle solely for your use. Travel through the wonderful scenery on route to a variety of locations that are steeped in history, mythical stories and wonderful scenic views. Opportunity to walk the Culloden Battlefield, crossing the lines of where both the Jacobite and the Government forces assembled on that fateful day. Visit the memorial cairn, Clan stones including the Outlander Fraser Stone. Continue the Outlander theme with a visit to the 4000 yr old standing stones at the Clava Cairns. What affect will touching the "transporting stone" have on you? Opportunity relate to the "Thane of Cawdor" as referred to by William Shakespeare as we visit Cawdor castle and its magnificent gardens (admission fee required) walk within the castle where castle staff can provide further detail in respect of the castle itself. Will you be one who witnesses Nessie making an appearance as we travel alongside Loch Ness dropping down to the shores itself. Thereafter head across the Abrichan hills on route to the picturesque village of Beauly. Visit the ruins of the 12th Century "Old Priory" building. Following a walk in Beauly time dependant there maybe opportunity to visit the Singleton Distillery at Muir of Ord where the distilleries wares are on sale alongside the various tastings that they offer. Thereafter head back towards Invergordon and the cruise liner.

Discover top Highlands attractions, including Loch Ness and sites featured in the Outlander series, with this private guided tour from Inverness or Invergordon. Visit the local sites with your local guide around the Inverness area, from the famous Loch Ness to Outlander sites Clava Cairns, Culloden and more and learn the history of the Scottish Clans. Try our world award winning local Gin and Whisky. A fun full day of things to see and try all in one day for guests wanting a full taste of the highlands with a short time frame. Local Guide Private Tour Comfortable Air Conditioned Vehicle Customisable to your Taste (within reasonable distance)

Sit back and relax on a private tour from Inverness. See some sights from Outlander, like the Fraser Stone and Clava Cairns, keep an eye out for Nessie as you pass by Loch Ness, and discover the historic Priory building in Beauly. Meet your guide in Inverness and head out to Culloden Battlefield. As you stroll through the battlefield, cross the lines where both the Jacobite and the Government forces assembled on that fateful day. Visit the memorial cairns and Clan stones, including the Fraser Stone, featured in Outlander. Continue the Outlander theme with a visit to the 4000-year-old standing stones at the Clava Cairns. Stop to see if touching the "transporting stone" will send you back in time. Continue to Cawdor Castle, driving through the picturesque countryside. Continue your journey, looking for the elusive Nessie as you drive by Loch Ness en route to the picturesque village of Beauly to visit the ruins of the 12th-century "Old Priory" building. If you wish, finish your tour with a stop at the Singleton Distillery at Muir of Ord to sample their whisky before returning to Inverness.

Embark on the ultimate day tour from Invergordon or Inverness to Loch Ness, experiencing some of Scotland's most breathtaking, historic, and culturally significant sights. Your adventure begins as you disembark from your cruise ship and meet your local guide at the port of Invergordon. From there, travel to Beauly Priory, an ancient monastery founded around 1230 by monks from Burgundy, France. Despite its ruins, the priory retains an air of reverence and mystery. Next, journey to the famous Urquhart Castle at Loch Ness, a romantic ruin perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the loch, surrounded by waters over 600-feet deep, home to the legendary Loch Ness Monster. After exploring the castle, head towards Inverness, the cultural capital of the Highlands, where you'll visit the tranquil Ness Islands and St. Andrew’s Cathedral, a beautiful Gothic-style church dating back to 1869. The tour continues to the historic Culloden Battlefield, the site of the final Jacobite Rising in 1746, and the sacred Clava Cairns, a prehistoric burial site dating back over 4000 years, known for its connection to the "Outlander" series. Finally, visit Cawdor Castle, a medieval fortress with extensive gardens and grounds, before returning to Inverness and ultimately back to Invergordon. This private tour ensures a personalized experience, with small groups of 4, 6, or 8, providing the best possible adventure in the Highlands.

Our local guide will meet you at your chosen pick up address where your tour will start and take you on your own Highland adventure. We will make our way to Urquhart Castle travelling along the shores of Loch Ness. We will then travel along the Loch side towards Inverness and make our way to Culloden Battlefield, before moving onto the sacred site of Clava Cairns, home of the famous Outlander series . We then travel a short distance to Cawdor Castle and Gardens , before returning to Inverness where we will see Inverness Cathedral and all the local sites that the city offers.

Embark on a full-day tour of the Scottish Highlands, visiting the Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle, and the Cairngorms National Park. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the ancient Scots Pine Forest and meet Murdo the Coo at Castle Roy. Kicking off your journey at the ancient Clava Cairns stones, one of Scotland’s most well-preserved Bronze Age burial sites, try making your own trip through time like Claire from Outlander. If you failed the time-hop, continue on to legendary Cawdor Castle, a site drowning in history and captivating tales surrounding its origins where you immerse yourself in the castle’s charm as you explore its historic halls and wander through its beautifully landscaped gardens. Next, stop at Castle Roy, where you’ll have the pleasure of meeting Murdo the Coo, a beloved local celebrity. Afterward, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the ancient Scots Pine Forest, home to Scotland’s rare and majestic native trees which once covered most of the land. Then, pause for lunch in the vibrant town of Aviemore, a perfect spot to soak in the local atmosphere. Continue through the epic landscapes of Cairngorms National Park, where stunning scenery and the possibility of wildlife sightings await. Finally, conclude your day with a visit to Rothiemurchus Farm Shop, where you’ll have the opportunity to sample a selection of delightful local treats.

Tour the vast history of Scotland and take in the rolling hills, walled gardens, cathedrals, and waterways on a guided day trip from Inverness. From your pickup in Inverness, travel towards Loch Ness, with plenty of opportunities for photos at some of the most beautiful vantage points the loch has to offer on our Loch Ness tour from Inverness. Then, head towards the famous Urquhart Castle and its visitor centre. The castle is a truly romantic ruin, perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the loch, and surrounded by waters over 600 feet deep, where the legendary Loch Ness Monster is said to make her home. Take your time wandering the historic ruins and learn more about its amazing history, before the tour picks up again, this time towards Beauly Priory, a beautiful ancient monastery that now lies in ruins but retains an air of reverence and mystery. Next, from Beauly Priory, take a short journey to Glen Ord Distillery, a traditional distillery that boasts its maltings and uses barley and water sourced from the local environment. Learn about the traditional distilling processes refined over hundreds of years. Continue to Culloden, famous for the Battle of Culloden, intensively documented at the visitor centre. See artifacts, re-enactments, and talks by local historians, before heading the short distance to Clava Cairns, an ancient bronze-age cemetery. Your next stop is Clava Cairns. This deeply sacred place within the landscape of the Highlands is steeped in history, with the first usage of the site thought to date back over 4000 years. Set within a beautiful forested area, you’ll also see the ruins of a medieval chapel here. Finally, from Clava Cairns, it is just a short drive towards Cawdor Castle. Take some time to wander the beautiful walled gardens, and woodlands while taking in the castle’s extensive history from 1180. The tour then turns back towards Inverness, to St. Andrew’s Cathedral, a beautiful cathedral church dating back to 1869. Take some time to admire the beautiful stained glass windows and intricately carved stonework before concluding the tour at The Ness Islands and returning home.