Inverness City Tour Beauly Urquhart Castle and Highland Culture

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the enchanting Scottish Highlands on this exclusive Inverness City Tour, beginning with a pick-up from Invergordon Cruise Port. Stroll through the picturesque village of Beauly and its historical priory, then capture photos of the iconic Highland cows. Discover the dramatic Urquhart Castle overlooking Loch Ness, and enjoy free time in Inverness for lunch and shopping. The tour also features the newly reopened Inverness Castle, with optional visits to Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns for those seeking deeper historical insights.

- 7-8 hour private tour in a luxury Mercedes vehicle
- Visit Beauly, Urquhart Castle, and Inverness Castle
- Optional stops at Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns
- Effortless pick-up directly from Invergordon Cruise Port

What's Included

Mercedes Minivan, Private driver/guide, water and a snack for the journey.
Meals
Urquhart Castle
Inverness Castle

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your driver/ guide will meet you at the port gate. They will be standing with a name board with the lead passengers name on the board.

OR
Meeting point
Invergordon Cruise Port
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Beauly Priory

    Your day begins with a scenic drive to Beauly, a picturesque Highland village named for its “beau lieu”, meaning beautiful place. Stroll among the impressive ruins of Beauly Priory, founded in the 1200s, surrounded by grand trees and peaceful gardens.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Robertson's - The Larder & Highland Cows - Beauly

    As we continue through the countryside, we keep an eye out for iconic Highland cows. When possible, we make a safe stop so you can enjoy photographs of these gentle, shaggy locals.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Urquhart Castle

    Perched on a rocky headland above Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle offers breath-taking views and centuries of stories. Explore one of Scotland’s most dramatic ruins, once fought over during the Wars of Independence and forever tied to the legend of Nessie.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    The Inverness Castle Experience

    Visit the newly reopened Inverness Castle, transformed into a modern visitor experience with immersive storytelling and panoramic views across the city and river.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Inverness

    Inverness – Time for lunch and local shopping Arrive in the Highland capital for free time to enjoy lunch at one of Inverness’s riverside cafes or traditional pubs. Go shopping at the Victorian Market or boutique local stores. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the River Ness. It’s perfect for soaking up Highland culture at your own pace.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Culloden Battlefield

    Optional Extras Culloden Battlefield - The true story behind Outlander Stand on the haunting ground where the Jacobite Rising ended in 1746. Walk the battlefield paths, see the clan markers and learn the real history that inspired Diana Gabaldon’s powerful scenes.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Clava Cairns

    Optional Extras Clava Cairns - The Ancient Stones that inspired Craigh na Dun Step into 4,000 years of mystery. These Bronze Age standing stones and burial cairns are believed to have inspired the iconic time-travel stones. Many visitors place a hand on the stones… just in case.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All attractions are optional (Travelers can spend more time in one attraction than another if they want to)
Supplied by Highland Tours and Transfers

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Additional fees
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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