A day in the Highlands

Duration

8 hours

Group size

1 - 6

Description

A great day to visit iconic places in the Inverness-shire region.

Culloden Battlefield

A must-visit place while visiting the Inverness area. Approximately 15 minutes from the city centre you will find the battlefield where the deadliest battle happened - the year was 1746. Jacobite supporters seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy to the British thrones, gathered to fight the Duke of Cumberland's government troops. Culloden was the last pitched battle on British soil and, in less than an hour, around 1,300 men were slain – about 1,250 of them Jacobites.

Clava Cairns

Dated 4,000 years ago, Clava Cairns is a Bronze Age cemetery located a few minutes from Culloden Battlefield. The well-preserved prehistoric site invites us to explore how the past civilization utilized the area to make their sacred rituals.

Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle

Driving on, we will be heading towards the famous and mysterious Loch Ness. Loch Ness is 22.5 miles long and it is the biggest loch in the UK by volume, with enough fresh water to supply England and Wales. After having seen Ness (yes, you did see Ness), we will be taking you to the ancient ruins of Urquhart Castle by Loch Ness. Standing perched above the deepest point of the loch, the castle is very popular with tourists and it is worth visiting inside.

What is included

• A bottle of mineral water
• Wi-Fi on board
• Mobile phone charger
• Private Transportation for your party only
• Driver-guide staff (ENG/PT)

What's not included

• This itinerary does not include accommodation anywhere along the itinerary
• Entrance to visitor attractions (castles, natural parks, special tours, distilleries experiences and entry fees, etc.) and suggested tours featured in the itinerary. However, advice on pre-bookings can be provided
• Meals and drinks at lunch stops and any other stop needed
• Travel Insurance, including cancellation insurance

*** IMPORTANT NOTES***

• The choice of Castles/Attractions/Distilleries to be visited on a day is directed related to the time available to travel between sites, opening hours, and pre-booked slots (where applicable)*
• Local attractions, restaurants, coffee shops, outdoor adventure activities, distilleries, retail shops, breweries, etc. have changed/adapted their visiting operation systems due to COVID-19 safety guidelines. It is recommended to contact us before booking your transportation to consider the dates, times, and routes selected for your experience.
• Be prepared to pre-book all your attractions/experiences in advance due to new capacity restrictions in place on many premises, including places for food and beverage.
• Many attractions in the region are seasonal (Spring/Summer) while others are only open for a few months during the year. It is highly recommended to check the attraction opening dates and times on its website before planning your ground transportation. Contact us for more details.