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Alternative Loch Ness Tour by Secret Highlands

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Glen Affric
Plodda Falls
the River Walk, Glen Affric
Venison Burger from the Coach House Cafe

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Travelling with Secret Highlands will allow you the time and space to really take in our beautiful landscape, There's no other tour that offers these stops so this is a unique chance to explore the Highlands around Inverness as well as taste some of the best baking and awesome venison burgers on offer!

With our small groups of no more than 6, in our VW Caravelle, you will be able to really submerse yourself in the nature and scenery, making your day feel special and set out just for you!

If you want to experience the plunge pool at Plodda, please let me know so I can make sure you have a towel and I can advise on what you should take!

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For Cruise excursions from Ullapool or Invergordon, we will confirm exact locations for pick up 24 hours prior to departure. We will also confirm actual starting times depending on your individual disembarkation and boarding times.

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Loch Ness

Our first stop will be overlooking the magnificent Loch Ness and the ruins of Urquhart Castle. We will stop here for about 10 - 15 mins for some photos and to learn about some of the amazing facts and legends that the loch is renowned for.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Corrimony Chambered Cairn

Before we reach Glen Affric, you will take a small detour to the 4,000 year old chambered burial cairn at Corrimony. This is one of the best preserved cairns on the mainland of Scotland, so a great opportunity to glimpse into the ancient past and learn about the culture and customs of these mysterious people.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glen Affric National Nature Reserve

We then turn inland and on to what many people consider to be Scotland's most beautiful glen - Glen Affric is home to some of Scotland's original and ancient Pines, (known as granny Pines) as well as Red and Roe Deer, Ospreys, Squirrels and and a whole host of animal life. We will stay here for about 1 hour to allow you to take in the breathtaking scenery and take in one of the short walks along the river.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Plodda Falls

We will head back down the single track road and across to the other side of the glen to take in Plodda falls - Scotland's 2nd tallest waterfalls, it is a short walk to the bottom, where, if you are feeling adventurous, you can jump in to the plunge pool for a swim!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Beauly Priory

Our next stop will be in Beauly where you will be able to explore this pretty village and it's ruined priory, one of only 3 that we were built in Scotland.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Unfortunately, we cannot take children under 12 years old
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alternative Loch Ness Tour by Secret Highlands?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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  • Unfortunately, we cannot take children under 12 years old
  • Operated by a business

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