Overview
This tour will take you through time just as Diana did with her Outlander storyline. We will discover together the inspiration she took from these special places right here in the Highlands.
Breath-taking scenery, historical landmarks, famous lochs, castles, gardens and distilleries. This tour will give you a true Scottish Highland experience. Remember to take your camera… Not sure what a Sassannach is, come and find out :)
Go Highlands only caters for small groups of up to 7 on our tours, which means you always get the absolute best experience.
This Tour leaves from Inverness, if you are arriving by Cruise Ship please look for our Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
A wee Dram of Whisky (if desired)
In-vehicle air conditioning
Local Guide
Entry Fees should be paid on site
No guarantee of Sunshine (This is Scotland) :)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
'GO HIGHLANDS' picks up all passengers from the Starbucks Cafe Car Park by the front door. We will be the only Tour operator there so really easy to find. :)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Clava Cairns
1 hour
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. -
Culloden Battlefield
1 hour
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 the Jacobites and the British Army. Explore the interactive visitor centre, view fascinating artefacts from both sides of the confrontation, and experience the battle in the immersive surround cinema.
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. -
Loch Ness
1 hour
We will travel along the shore of Loch ness towards Drumnadrochit from Inverness, stopping of course for a photo or two. Maybe Nessie will join us too :)
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Great Glen Distillery
30 min
Great Glen is both Scotland's newest and, proudly, its smallest craft distillery. Harnessing the elements of a wild place, This smooth, earthy gin is their love letter to nature... so let's stop and have a wee taste.
PLEAE NOTE - The Distillery is closed from December 1st until April 2024. However Gin tastings are still possible in the shop opposite the distillery. -
Urquhart Castle
1 hour
The beautiful Castle is best viewed and photograped from from a distance. It's a Castle full of Wild natural beauty and 1,000 years of history - Urquhart Castle offers a taste of the Highlands at their most dramatic.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness
Can I cancel Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5–7 hours.
Where does it start?
'GO HIGHLANDS' picks up all passengers from the Starbucks Cafe Car Park by the front door. We will be the only Tour operator there so really easy to find. :)
What's included?
- Private transportation
- A wee Dram of Whisky (if desired)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Local Guide
What's not included?
- Entry Fees should be paid on site
- No guarantee of Sunshine (This is Scotland) :)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield, Loch Ness, Great Glen Distillery, Urquhart Castle.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Go Highlands
