Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 25 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor worth booking?
Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor is a 8.7-hour experience in Inverness, United Kingdom, from $620 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 25 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (25)
- Duration
- 8.7 hours
- From
- $620 per person
This is a private and personal tour for you and your party. We will take you to the places that you wish to see. Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle , Culloden Battlefield , Clava Cairns , Cawdor Castle and Beauly Priory. We w
What you get
- Private transportation
- wifi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Free pick-up & drop-off
About this experience
This is a private and personal tour for you and your party. We will take you to the places that you wish to see. Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle , Culloden Battlefield , Clava Cairns , Cawdor Castle and Beauly Priory. We will also take you to Inverness City centre where you will see Inverness Castle and Inverness Cathedral as well as the oldest house in Inverness - Abertarff House. We will also stop at The old High church where the Jacobite prisoners were held and executed after the Battle of Culloden.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- wifi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Free pick-up & drop-off
Not included
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
What you'll see and do
Loch Ness
Loch Ness is 23 miles long and at its widest point it is just 1.5 miles wide. Nessie was first seen by St. Columba in 564 AD. Every year people are reporting sightings - in 2017 there were 11 sightings, and in 2018 there were 13 sightings. Keep your eyes peeled as we journey around the loch. Our first stop is at the Wellington lay-by where on the 31st December 1939 a Wellington Bomber from RAF Lossiemouth was forced to ditch after suffering engine failure. The remains of the bomber were recovered in 1985 and it has been fully restored and is now in Brooklands Museum in Weybridge in Surrey.
20 minutes here
Urquhart Castle
Carrying on through Drumnadrochit we come to Urquhart Castle sitting on a rocky promontory with fantastic views over Loch Ness. This 800 year old castle has had a turbulent and bloody history. Explore the ruins and visitor centre.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Beauly Priory
Beauly Priory is currently closed due to recent high winds causing masonry to fall , we do not know when it will reopen. We will still visit Beauly where you can see The Priory from the gate. Leaving Urquhart Castle, we head back to Drumnadrochit and take the Culnakirk Hill Road towards Beauly and our next stop, the Beauly Priory. The priory was founded in the 13th century for monks of the Valliscaulian order. In the grounds of the priory you will find the Beauly Elm Tree, this tree is 800 years old and is the oldest elm tree in Europe.
50 minutes here
Cawdor Castle
Cawdor Castle re-opens on the 27th April 2024 Cawdor Castle, has been home to the Thanes of Cawdor since 1370. The castle is set in stunning grounds and gardens and is surrounded by the magnificent Cawdor Big Wood, one of the finest woodland areas in Europe.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Clava Cairns
We head back towards Inverness to the Clava Cairns. The Clava Cairns are 4000 years old and the area is an ancient cemetery. The sites contain a range of prehistoric burial monuments and the remains of a medieval chapel. The Clava Cairns provided inspiration for Creag Na Dun in the Outlander series and the Cleft Stone can be found here.
50 minutes here
Culloden Battlefield
Less than a mile from Clava Cairns is Culloden Battlefield where on the 16th April 1746 the last battle on British soil was fought and the final Jacobite Rising came to a brutal end. In less than one hour, 1600 men were slain, 1500 of them Jacobites. This was to change the way of life in the Highlands forever. Walk round the battlefield and see the memorial cairn and the clan burial stones, and visit the visitor centre.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
The Inverness Castle Experience
We pass by Inverness Castle where you will see in the grounds of the castle a statue of Flora Macdonald who was famous for helping Bonnie Prince Charlie escape after the Battle of Culloden.
Inverness Cathedral
Inverness Cathedral is the most northerly Anglican Cathedral in the UK. The Cathedral was commissioned by Bishop Eden and was completed in 1866.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Group of 6 PAX
Pickup included
Group of 4 PAX
Pickup included
Group of 8 PAX
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Highlander Private Tours
Know before you go
- 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
- Alcohol is not served to underaged
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8.7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $620 to $850
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Highlander Private Tours, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.9.
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Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Inverness.
How much does Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor cost?
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Prices start at $620 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Inverness usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor take?
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Plan for about 8.7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Inverness is not rushed.
Is Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 25 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Inverness, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor?
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Around 9 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Inverness can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Inverness and add a light layer if any part of the 8.7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour to Loch Ness Culloden Battlefield Clava and Cawdor start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Inverness within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Inverness?
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On Outty we rank every Inverness experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness, Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness, Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Inverness?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Inverness?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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