Loch Ness , Outlander , Inverness Castle , Clava and Culloden

Tour at a glance

Itinerary

1. 1
   Robertson's - The Larder & Highland Cows - Beauly

   On our way to Beauly we stop at Robertsons Farm Shop in Beauly where we will see some magnificient Highland Coos , including a gorgeous Black Bull named Jamie Mackenzie Fraser after the Outlander Hero.

   20 min Admission free
2. 2
   Beauly Priory

   Beauly Priory was founded in the 13th Century as a Monastery for Valliscaulian order of monks from Dijon in France , Oliver Cromwells forces were responsible for destroying the Priory in the 16th Century. For centuries this was a Burial place for the chiefs of Clan Fraser and Mackenzie and their families. Their is an Outlander connection because it was here that Claire met the Seer.

   30 min Admission free
3. 3
   Urquhart Castle

   Urquhart Castle sits on a promontory jutting out in to Loch Ness and has been fought over many times through the years. The views of Loch Ness from the castle are fantastic and during the visit you can go and explore the ruins of this 1000 year old castle and you can go down to the water side of Loch Ness. Keep your eyes peeled in case Nessie makes an appearance.

   1h Admission not included
4. 4
   Inverness

   Inverness is known as The Capital of the Highlands. We stop in Inverness and visit the Old High Church where Jacobite prisoners were executed after the battle and you will see musket ball marks on the tower wall where the executions took place. You will also have an opportunity to visit the newest visitor attraction in Scotland - Inverness Castle where you can also grab some lunch and see some of this Historic town.

   2h Admission free
5. 5
   Clava Cairns

   We will visit Clava Cairns and you can enter 2 of the 3 Cairns , this 4000 year old Bronze age cemetery is where Diana Gabaldon took inspiration for her outlander series and you will see the Cleft stone and the stone circles around the Cairns.

   30 min Admission free
6. 6
   Culloden Battlefield

   The Battle of Culloden in 1746 was the last battle fought on British soil . We walk around the main areas of the Battlefield where the heaviest fighting took place and our guide will tell you about the Jacobites and the battle, you will see the memorial cairn , the well of the dead and the gravestones of the clans as well as Leanach cottage. This visit is top of the list for Outlander fans.

   40 min Admission not included

Meeting & pickup

Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.

We pick up all travellers from the port gate within an hour after your ship arrives and we return the travellers to the gate within the time specified. We will confirm with travellers the pick up time. We will be waiting outside the gate on the other side of the road for you to disembark and we will have a board displaying your name.

Schedule

Good to know

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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