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Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness

875 Reviews 4.94 out of 5 stars Based on 875 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 99% of reviewers | Inverness, Scotland
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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Enjoy an 8-hour trip to get a flavor of the lush hills and glens in and around the world famous and mysterious Loch Ness. Experience tastes of this unique culture, history and landscape. The private tour will be in a comfortable, air-conditioned Land Rover or minibus that seats up to 8 people. Relax with your Professional, Scottish, kilted tour guide as they take you on a journey to Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle , Beauly , Glen Ord Distillery, Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns.

This tour is NOT available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.

What's Included

  • Air Conditioned Vehicles - Land Rover or Minibus
  • Pick-up & Drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
  • Private Transportation
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Full Glen Ord Distillery Tour (time does not allow for this)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

7 Ness Walk
Inverness IV3 5NF, UK

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What To Expect

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Happy Tours

Meet and Greet in front of the Columba Hotel for departure of all our tours. Meet at 8:45am.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Loch Ness (pass by)

As we head towards Urquhart Castle see this world famous loch that holds the most volume of fresh water of any lochs in Scotland. Perhaps you might see it's most famous inhabitant - Nessie!
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Urquhart Castle

Stop here and visit this iconic ruined castle. Hear the history and folklore from your guide, watch the short welcome video and take some photos of the castle and spectacular view down the loch
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1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Robertson's Farm Shop Beauly

Meet the fabulous Highland Coos Katie Morag and Jamie Fraser. See the comical Alpacas and perhaps buy some fabulous gifts or food from the Farm Shop itself.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Singleton Distillery

Learn about the single malt whisky produced at the distillery and view the new exhibition centre. Your guide will tell you all about the Whisky production and if you wish you can take a tasting that suits your needs.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Beauly

Stop here for a lunch break and to visit some of the wonderful local cafes (including an award-winning deli) and shops that this medieval burgh has to offer.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Culloden Battlefield

Experience the feelings evoked by standing on the site of the last pitched battle fought on British mainland soil. Your guide will take you round around the battlefield showing you Memorial Clan Markers, the Memorial Cairn and much much more
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Clava Cairns

Have a guided tour around the prehistoric site and marvel at the Standing Stones and Burial Cairns, learning their history from your guide.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions so dress appropriately
  • Booster seats are available on request
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness?

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 (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Air Conditioned Vehicles - Land Rover or Minibus
  • Pick-up & Drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
  • Private Transportation
  • Professional Kilted Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Full Glen Ord Distillery Tour (time does not allow for this)
  • Cost of Glen Ord Distillery Tastings
  • Entrance fee to Urquhart Castle

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children (ages 2 to 17) must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions so dress appropriately
  • Booster seats are available on request
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • This tour is not available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can't guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.

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