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Inverness Castle, Clava, Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness

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Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands on this small-group tour from Inverness or Invergordon. Following pickup from Inverness or Invergordon simply hop aboard an air-conditioned Minibus and head into nature. Visit the 4000 year old Outlander Stones that are Clava Cairns and the Culloden Battlefield and then head to the |Highland capitol of Inverness, to explore the Castle Museum. Then look out for Nessie as we head west along the famous shoreline of Loch Ness. Learn all about Highland Clan families and culture. This small-group tour is capped at seven people for a personal outing.
See many of the Highlands’ key attractions. Round-trip transit makes getting around seamless. See castles, battlefields, archaeological sites, and even Loch Ness

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • A wee Dram of Whisky if desired
  • No guarantee of Sunshine (This is Scotland) :)
  • Entry fee to Culloden Battlefield Museum
  • Entry Fee to Inverness Castle
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Clava Cairns

Our first stop will be to the Clava cairns.Clava Cairns are a well-preserved Bronze Age cemetery complex of passage graves; ring cairns, kerb cairns and standing stones in a beautiful setting.Clava Cairns or the Prehistoric Burial Cairns of Bulnuaran of Clava are a group of three Bronze Age cairns located near Inverness. A hugely significant and exceptionally well preserved prehistoric site, Clava Cairns is a fantastic example of the distant history of Highland Scotland, dating back about 4,000 years.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Culloden Battlefield

Our second stop... is a visit to the powerfully moving site of the final Jacobite Rising – the last and most harrowing pitched battle to be fought on British soil between Scotland and England. Explore the interactive visitor centre, view fascinating artefacts from both sides of the confrontation, and experience the battle in the immersive surround cinema. (Entry to this adventure is included in your ticket price)On 16 April 1746, the final Jacobite Rising came to a brutal head. Jacobite supporters, seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy to the British thrones, gathered to fight the Duke of Cumberland's government troops. It was the last pitched battle on British soil and, in less than an hour, around 1,500 men were slain – more than 1,000 of them Jacobites.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Inverness Castle

a new visitor attraction in the centre of Inverness, celebrating the 'Spirit of the Highlands' through its stories of past, present and future. The Inverness Castle Experience, a must-see visitor attraction opening in 2025.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Loch Ness

Lets stop at the entry stairway down to the shoreline of the most famous Loch in the world. If you have no fear of the monster that may lurk below the water then why not dip a toe or two into the deceptively warm water.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Glen Distillery

Step into the smallest Gin distillery in Scotland and sample their world award winning Gin, while you listen to the incredible story of their local adventure leading up to the opening of this amazing Gin. NOTE: The Distillery will be closed during the winter months
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Inverness Castle, Clava, Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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The following is included:
  • WiFi on board.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • A wee Dram of Whisky if desired.
  • Local Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • No guarantee of Sunshine (This is Scotland) :).
  • Entry fee to Culloden Battlefield Museum.
  • Entry Fee to Inverness Castle.
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Accessibility information for the Inverness Castle, Clava, Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • A wee Dram of Whisky if desired
  • Local Guide
  • No guarantee of Sunshine (This is Scotland) :)
  • Entry fee to Culloden Battlefield Museum
  • Entry Fee to Inverness Castle

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