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Our unique tour offers the chance to explore the Highlands alongside your own "Dougal Mackenzie" doppelgänger guide, who will share authentic stories of the clans and the Highlanders who fought for their honor.
To fully immerse you in the 18th-century experience, we can dress you up in traditional attire, such as a Feileadh Mor or an Arisaid. Your journey will also include a visit to the historic standing stones at Clava Cairns, a site renowned for its deep roots in mysticism and folklore.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers who are Out-Of-The-Way:
You can send us a message to make arrangements OR proceed to the default meet-up point (St. Mary's Catholic Church at 30 Huntly Street, Inverness IV3 5PR)
We will be there waiting for you up to 20 minutes.
Any Hotel within Inverness
Itinerary
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1Clava Cairns
This site is widely cited as the inspiration for the fictional Craigh na Dun standing stones in the Outlander series. In reality, Clava Cairns is an exceptionally well-preserved Bronze Age cemetery located near Inverness in the Scottish Highlands. Dating back approximately 4,000 years, the site features a unique combination of passage graves, ring cairns, and standing stones. Several of these stones feature prehistoric cup and ring marks—ancient circular carvings whose exact meaning remains a mystery.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cawdor Castle
Cawdor Castle is a romantic, 14th-century Scottish tower house and the ancestral home of the Thanes of Cawdor. A prime example of authentic Highland architecture, the castle is featured in the Outlander series and perfectly captures the atmosphere of both the books and the show. While famously linked to William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the castle was actually built centuries after the historical king's reign. It is also well known for the legendary holly tree around which the structure was originally constructed; the remains of this tree are still visible today in the lowest level of the tower.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Clootie Well
This ancient, mystical site is centered around the tradition of tying fabric—or "cloots"—to trees to heal ailments. In Scots, "clootie" means cloth. These sacred sites feature trees located close to holy wells or springs. Traditionally, a rag or cloth is dipped into the water and tied to a tree to cure a sickness or ailment. This unique location aligns perfectly with the folklore and pagan themes explored throughout Outlander. It offers a tangible connection to the timeless, magical, and superstitious culture portrayed in the show.
1 hour 5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Beauly
A charming village near Inverness and a key location for the Outlander series. Located in the heart of Clan Fraser country, it serves as the historic home of Jamie Fraser’s ancestors and features the 13th-century Beauly Priory. While the site portrayed the fictional monastery of Saint Anne de Beaupré in the TV series, the books describe it as the location of the Lovat Fraser family tombs and the setting where Claire meets the seer, Maisri. Explore the roofless church and the surrounding graveyard, which contains many Fraser family headstones that reportedly inspired various character names in the series. We will also visit the Robertsons Farm in Beauly to get yourselves acquainted with a famous Highland Hairy Cow called Jamie along with his family and friends.
1 hour 55 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Loch Ness Region
Home of our beloved Nessie. The loch is a pivotal location in both the novels and the television show, serving as the site for Claire and Frank’s cruise and the setting where Claire encounters the "water horse" during the 18th century. Beyond its specific scenes, Loch Ness and the surrounding Highlands provide the primary backdrop for the story's beginning, including Claire’s journey back in time. The areas near the loch are also deeply tied to the historical Jacobite events and lore depicted throughout the series.
55 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Culloden Battlefield
This windswept moor marks the location where the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to a tragic and decisive end on April 16, 1746, serving as the site of the last pitched battle fought on British soil. The Battle of Culloden is a central historical event in the Outlander series, serving as the tragic climax for the Jacobite rebellion that Jamie and Claire Fraser spend two seasons trying to prevent.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We strive to provide a safe and fun environment for our guests. Booking with us will mean that you have read, understood and agree to our Guidelines listed below. In this way, we can ensure a smooth tour experience so that you can relax and enjoy the best day-tour with us.
- 1. Our Tours are Private. This tour requires a minimum of 2 people per booking, maximum 7.
- 2. A tour reminder alert will be sent to you a few days before your tour. It will be through any of the following: Viator message, Email, WhatsApp or iMessage from +44 7481 590163.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We strive to provide a safe and fun environment for our guests. Booking with us will mean that you have read, understood and agree to our Guidelines listed below. In this way, we can ensure a smooth tour experience so that you can relax and enjoy the best day-tour with us.
- 1. Our Tours are Private. This tour requires a minimum of 2 people per booking, maximum 7.
- 2. A tour reminder alert will be sent to you a few days before your tour. It will be through any of the following: Viator message, Email, WhatsApp or iMessage from +44 7481 590163.
- 3. We offer pick-up and drop-off within Inverness or enroute.
- 4. Wear appropriate, comfortable clothing. Waterproof hiking shoes and jackets are highly recommended. Carry-ons/Backpacks are welcome but Luggage space is limited.
- 5. You can bring lunch or snacks in case we miss restaurants/cafes lunchtime schedule.
- 6. Minors, Seniors and People with Special Needs must always be accompanied by their respective guardians.
- 7. We kindly ask that all participants observe mindful public awareness, respect the environment, wildlife and guidelines. Please be conscious about carbon footprint during the tour.
- 8. For everyone's safety, comfort and well-being, we cannot accommodate the following: i. Children under 5 years old ii. Wheelchair/mobility assistance iii. Anyone with high risk health conditions (i.e expecting a baby, feeling unwell or exhibiting contagious symptoms like cough, sneezing, colds or runny nose). Please do not attempt to join our tour if any one in your group is unwell, recovering or still infectious - your group will be refused service without a refund. We can alternatively offer you another date within the tour season (depending on availability) iv. Any untoward behaviour in general that presents a danger to themselves or others will not be tolerated.
- 9. We will not to be held liable for any accidents, personal injury, damage or loss of property, missed travel schedules or any appointments thereafter.
- 10. Photos and videos taken during our tours may be used for promotional purposes.
- If you have any medical condition, don't forget to bring your prescribed medication or take them before your tour starts. Bring a bug spray if you are prone to insect bites during summer time, meds for motion sickness, etc. Your health, comfort and well-being will ultimately be up to you.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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