Loch Ness, Outlander and Highlands Private Chauffeur Tour from Inverness

4.9 (29 reviews) 8–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Travel in comfort and luxury in our Mercedes V250 people carrier. Tour Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Highland Castles, Outlander Locations, historic sites and beautiful countryside with our local driver and guide. Bespoke tours off the beaten track to wonderful locations anywhere in the Highlands can be arranged.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Audio guide: English
Guide: English
Operated by: Venture Highland

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Highland Local driver and guide
Included: Air Conditioning
Included: Bottled water
Included: Free WIFI where signal allows
Included: Bluetooth connection for your own music, digital radio or your own pre-arranged playlist
Included: Snacks
Included: Luxury Mercedes V250 People Carrier

Not included

Not included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board

Itinerary

Abertarff House

10 min

Abertarff House is the oldest house in Inverness. Located in Church Street, it’s a 2½ storey town house with turnpike stairway. It was previously owned by the Fraser of Lovat family, whose clansmen fought on the Jacobite side at the Battle of Culloden and featured heavily in Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series.
Clava Cairns

20 min

Clava Cairns is the site of a mystical bronze age burial complex thought to be 4000 years old. Located not far from Culloden Battlefield and one of 50 similar complexs in the area. Clava Cairns is also the inspiration for the standing stones in Outlander, although the name Craig Na Dun from the outlander novels and television series is though to come from the hill Craig Dunain on the west side of Inverness which we will also pass.
Culloden Battlefield

1 h 30 min Admission not included

Visit the world famous Culloden Battlefield the site of the 1745 Jacobite Rising and the last pitched battle to be fought on British soil. Enjoy the centre’s 360-degree battle immersion theatre, which puts you right in the heart of the action. Discover the true story from both the Jacobite and Government perspectives, in their accredited museum, where weapons and unique artefacts are displayed. See the restored 18th-century Leanach Cottage, spot Highland cows grazing on the battlefield or read the letters written just after the battle by Prince Charles Edward Stuart. Learn about family ancestry and any links you may have with Culloden.
Fort George

one hour Admission not included

Built by the British Government in 1746 after the 1745 Jacobite uprising to prevent further uprisings by the Highlanders and a base for the Redcoats. Entry and tour of the site is not included in the price. Booking with the venue in advance is advisable.
Culloden

Passing by

Culloden House Hotel was the base used for the Jacobites during the battle of Culloden after being requestioned by Prince Charles Edward Stuart prior to the battle. Option for Afternoon Tea (subject to availability) by extending or customising the tour.

Afternoon tea package also available, however, this may effect other visits on the trip
Castle Leod

one hour Admission not included

Castle Leod is the seat of the Clan Mackenzie in Strathpeffer and is widely acknowledged as the inspiration for Castle Leoch from the Outlander novels and series. The Castle is steeped in history with beautiful grounds.
Beauly

30 min

Visit the village of Beauly and Beauly Priory which featured in the Outlander series. Beauly is mentioned and featured.
Wardlaw Mausoleum

10 min

Burial Place of Simon the Old Fox Fraser.
Urquhart Castle

15 min

We will stop at Urquhart Castle for photo opportunties and some nessie spotting before heading back along the banks of Loch Ness to Inverness
Drumnadrochit

30 min

Visit Drumnadrochit and explore Loch Ness, The Caledonian Canal Locks and this beautiful Highland Village
Loch Ness

Passing by

A drive down the west side of Loch Ness towards Inverness from Drumnadrochit.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Inverness Airport
The Highland Hotel By Compass Hospitality
Ben Wyvis Hotel
Strathpeffer Hotel
Mackay's Spa Lodge Hotel
Ac Hotel Inverness
Coul House Hotel
Achilty Hotel
Lovat Arms Hotel
Caledonian Hotel

and 56 more pickup points

Tours are based on pickup and collection from Inverness. Bespoke private tours also available. This tour is based on a 8 hours. Locations visited will depend on pickup location.

Using your ticket

Tickets will be required for entry to individual attractions ie Culloden Battlefield, Castle Leod etc. Whilst we endeavour to visit all of the listed sites/attractions, we reserve the right to change for alternative sites in situations which are beyond our control, when they are closed or due to adverse weather