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What sets this tour apart is its unique blend of rich history and spine-tingling tales, offering an immersive journey through Scotland’s most haunted and mysterious sites. Unlike traditional history tours, this experience dives deep into the darker, lesser-known stories that linger in the shadows of iconic landmarks and lessor knows sites. You'll not only learn about the historical significance of these locations but also uncover the chilling legends and supernatural occurrences that make them truly unforgettable.
We provide EMF metres so that you can see for yourself whether you are picking up any ghostly energy!
Our tour bus is decked out in spooky décor to set the perfect eerie mood. We can pick up from Invergordon Cruise Ship, Inverness Airport or any location within a 30km radius of Inverness.
Our tour lasts for 3 hours and 15 mintues. Any time not allocated for on the itinerary will be spent travelling between locations.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can pick you up from any hotel, airport, cruise port, train or bus station within 30KM of Inverness.
Itinerary
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Our first stop on this tour is the tiny but ancient Greyfriars Cemetery. Here you will see the ancient remains of a 13th century monastary and a 13th century knights effagy. You will also hear the stories of the ghostly monk and women in black who haunt both the graveyard and the adjacent BT building.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cawdor Castle
Our next stop will have us entering Cawdor Castle via the old servants entrance, and gathering at a particularly chilling spot in the grounds of the castle where strange happenings, and spectaral sightings have been recorded!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Next up we will take you deep into Cawdor woods by torchlight to hear the tragic tale of a young maiden who met her end here.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
As we arrive at the legendary Barevan Lifting Stone, you'll hear the tale of this ancient Highland challenge, where locals once tested their strength by lifting this massive stone. However, there's a more sinister side to this tradition, one that’s rarely spoken of in broad daylight. While many focus on the physical feat, darker stories surround the history of this stone and its useage.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Clava Cairns
Clava Cairns, an ancient burial site shrouded in mystery, offers a chilling glimpse into the distant past. These 4,000-year-old stone circles are not only an archaeological wonder but also the source of many spooky tales. Visitors often report an eerie silence that falls over the area, and some claim to have seen shadowy figures moving among the stones at dusk. Legends speak of restless spirits tied to the cairns, perhaps guarding the ancient tombs.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Culloden Battlefield holds a haunting atmosphere that extends far beyond its historical significance. Known as the site of one of the bloodiest battles in Scottish history, it is said that the spirits of the fallen still wander the moor. Visitors often report eerie sensations—chilling winds, whispers on the breeze, or the faint sounds of marching footsteps. Some even claim to see ghostly figures in Highland dress drifting through the fog. The battlefield is especially eerie at dawn or dusk, when the mist rolls in, and the quiet weight of history feels almost suffocating. Locals believe that on the anniversary of the battle, the spirits of the Jacobite soldiers return, forever reliving their final moments.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The minimum age for participants is 12 years old.
- Any time not allocated for on the itinerary will be spent driving to and from locations on our spooky bus!
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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