Inverness City Tour Beauly Urquhart Castle and Highland Culture

Explore the enchanting Scottish Highlands on this exclusive Inverness City Tour, beginning with a pick-up from Invergordon Cruise Port. Stroll through the picturesque village of Beauly and its historical priory, then capture photos of the iconic Highland cows. Discover the dramatic Urquhart Castle overlooking Loch Ness, and enjoy free time in Inverness for lunch and shopping. The tour also features the newly reopened Inverness Castle, with optional visits to Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns for those seeking deeper historical insights. - 7-8 hour private tour in a luxury Mercedes vehicle - Visit Beauly, Urquhart Castle, and Inverness Castle - Optional stops at Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns - Effortless pick-up directly from Invergordon Cruise Port

1. 1

   Beauly Priory

   1 hour

   Your day begins with a scenic drive to Beauly, a picturesque Highland village named for its “beau lieu”, meaning beautiful place. Stroll among the impressive ruins of Beauly Priory, founded in the 1200s, surrounded by grand trees and peaceful gardens.

2. 2

   Robertson's - The Larder & Highland Cows - Beauly

   20 min

   As we continue through the countryside, we keep an eye out for iconic Highland cows. When possible, we make a safe stop so you can enjoy photographs of these gentle, shaggy locals.

3. 3

   Urquhart Castle

   1 hour

   Perched on a rocky headland above Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle offers breath-taking views and centuries of stories. Explore one of Scotland’s most dramatic ruins, once fought over during the Wars of Independence and forever tied to the legend of Nessie.

4. 4

   The Inverness Castle Experience

   1 hour

   Visit the newly reopened Inverness Castle, transformed into a modern visitor experience with immersive storytelling and panoramic views across the city and river.

5. 5

   Inverness

   1 hour

   Inverness – Time for lunch and local shopping Arrive in the Highland capital for free time to enjoy lunch at one of Inverness’s riverside cafes or traditional pubs. Go shopping at the Victorian Market or boutique local stores. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the River Ness. It’s perfect for soaking up Highland culture at your own pace.

6. 6

   Culloden Battlefield

   1 hour

   Optional Extras Culloden Battlefield - The true story behind Outlander Stand on the haunting ground where the Jacobite Rising ended in 1746. Walk the battlefield paths, see the clan markers and learn the real history that inspired Diana Gabaldon’s powerful scenes.

7. 7

   Clava Cairns

   20 min

   Optional Extras Clava Cairns - The Ancient Stones that inspired Craigh na Dun Step into 4,000 years of mystery. These Bronze Age standing stones and burial cairns are believed to have inspired the iconic time-travel stones. Many visitors place a hand on the stones… just in case.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• All attractions are optional (Travelers can spend more time in one attraction than another if they want to)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.