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Half-Day Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness
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Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands—and even visit “Outlander” filming locations—on this small-group tour from Inverness. Following pickup from your hotel, hop aboard an air-conditioned vehicle and head into nature. Visit the Bronze Age–era Clava Cairns and the Culloden Battlefield. Then, look out for Nessie at Loch Ness before exploring the 1,000-year-old Urquhart Castle. As you go, learn all about Scottish history, and see where “Outlander” was shot.
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$120.18
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$120.18
Price varies by group size

GoHighlands Dunrobin Castle and more
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Let us bring the stunningly beautiful Easter Ross and Sutherland regions to life for you, with its breath-taking scenery and wonderful places so steeped in history and culture? Discover some of the awe inspiring “hidden gems” included in this the fascinating itinerary, created to deliver a unique experience for those visiting this wonderful part of the world.
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$120.18
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$120.18
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Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns & Cawdor Castle
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There are several fascinating attractions on Inverness' doorstep but, without your own transportation, getting to them can be tricky. Skip the hassle of trains and buses by booking a guided tour. This small-group tour takes you the the infamous Culloden Battlefield, intriguing Clava Cairns and romantic Cawdor Castle.
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$120.18
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$120.18
Price varies by group size

Legendary Northern Distilleries Tour
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Why not explore into the stunningly beautiful Easter Ross and Sutherland regions, with its breath-taking scenery and wonderful places so steeped in history and culture? Discover some of the awe inspiring “hidden gems” included in this the fascinating itinerary, created to deliver a unique experience for those visiting this wonderful part of the world. Tour Highlights: •Glenmorangie Distillery, Ord Distillery, Dalmore and Balblair Distillery.
Read more about Dunrobin Castle and the Pictish Trail from Inverness Bus Tour 2020 in Viator website
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$125.24
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$125.24
Price varies by group size

Half-Day Loch Ness Tour from Inverness with Pick up
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This Half-Day GoHighlands Loch Ness Tour from Inverness promises to be fun and full of interesting sections of history.
Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands on this small-group tour from Inverness. Following pickup from your hotel, hop aboard an air-conditioned vehicle and head into nature. Visit the Bronze Age–era Clava Cairns and the Culloden Battlefield. Then, look out for Nessie. As you go, Learn all about Highland Clan families and culture. This small-group tour is capped at seven people for a personal outing.
See many of the Highlands’ key attractions, all in just half a day. Round-trip transit from your hotel makes getting around seamless. See castles, battlefields, archeological sites, and even Loch Ness
Kick back and let your driver 'Go Highlands' take you there.
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$120.18
Price varies by group size
From
$120.18
Price varies by group size

Half-Day Tour, Loch Ness, Cawdor Castle & Outlander sites Tour from Inverness
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If you only have half a day to explore Inverness' surroundings, you can't afford to waste time navigating public transport or renting a car. This private tour takes you to some of the best attractions in the Highlands, from Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle to Beauly Priory, Cawdor Castle, Culloden Battlefield and the Clava Cairns, before finishing up with a visit to Inverness' St. Andrew’s Cathedral and the Ness Islands.
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$107.53
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$107.53
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Historical Tour and Seafood Experience
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Delve into the history and lore of Oban and its little-known treasures with this guided driving tour far from the tourist track. Visit highlights like the Dunstaffnage Castle & Chapel, St. Conan's Kirk, and Kilchurn Castle plus travel down the Glen Lonan Road to admire standing stones and take in the sweeping landscape. End with a tasting at an open-air seafood bar on the waterfront.
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$75.90
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$75.90

Highland Whisky Tour
If you're interested in sipping Scotland's famed whisky, it's easy to get overwhelmed with all the options. Let an expert guide your tasting experience with this hands-on tour featuring some of Scotland's premier Highland whiskey. After hotel pickup, your guide takes you to four different distilleries for tours and tastings, showcases the diverse whiskeys produced in the region, and offers easy travel between each stop.
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$278.32
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$278.32
Price varies by group size

Half-day Highlands Bucket List Tour in Scotland
This half day highland bucket list Loch Ness Tour from Inverness promises to be fun, wide awake and full of interesting sections of history. Safe and easy on the feet not a lot of walking just history, Culture and a relaxing time on board. Kick back and let your driver guide take you there.
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$120.18
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$120.18

Legendary Dunrobin Castle Tour
You will not find this Tour available anywhere else... this tour has been specificaly designed by Johnny to show off the Beautiful North East coast of the highlands en-route to Dunrobin Castle, home of the Dukes of Sutherland.
Following this route from Invergordon or Inverness heading north we will visit areas very few visitors ever get to see.
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$125.24
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$125.24
Price varies by group size

Legendary Glenmorangie Distillery Visit
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Go off the beaten track and explore some little-known, but fascinating, places within easy reach of Inverness and Invergordon. In a small group of no more than eight, visit Loch Fleet Nature Reserve, and Dornoch and its impressive cathedral. Complete your experience with a stop at Glenmorangie Distillery for an optional dram of whisky.
Explore places missed by most visitors to Scotland Get insight into the culture and history of the region from your guide, Johnny. This is a very small-group tour for a more personal experience No-fuss round-trip transport (No more than 8 People)
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$125.24
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$125.24
Price varies by group size

Legendary Glenmorangie Distillery Visit... and more from Inverness
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Go off the beaten track and explore some little-known, but fascinating, places within easy reach of Inverness and Invergordon. In a small group of no more than eight, visit Loch Fleet Nature Reserve, and Dornoch and its impressive cathedral. Complete your experience with a stop at Glenmorangie Distillery for an optional dram of whisky.
Explore places missed by most visitors to Scotland Get insight into the culture and history of the region from your guide, Johnny. This is a very small-group tour for a more personal experience No-fuss round-trip transport (No more than 8 People)
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$133.59
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$133.59
Price varies by group size

Outlander “Oh, aye, Sassenach"
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Why ‘Go Highlands’?
As a local I love the Highlands as much as I love meeting and showing visitors around our beautiful towns and countryside.
I am truly passionate about sharing the culture, history and scenery on offer - which is why I started ‘Go Highlands’ Tours, catering for groups and individuals looking for tours from Inverness and Invergordon.
Go Highlands tours have it all – breath-taking scenery, historical landmarks, famous lochs, castles, gardens and distilleries. Every tour will give you a real Scottish Highland experience. Remember to take your camera… Always a personal tour experience – guaranteed. Tours with that personal touch.
Go Highlands only caters for small groups of up to 8 on our tours, which means you always get the absolute best experience.
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$120.18
Price varies by group size
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$120.18
Price varies by group size

Private Half-Day Tour of Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle by Boat
The highlight of this half-day tour is either a cruise with the Jacobite cruise line or an exhilarating ride on a fast rigid inflatable boat. Either way, guests experience Loch Ness on the water itself, with the magnificent mountains surrounding the loch and a visit to both the mysterious ruin of Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness Exhibition Centre.
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$442.77
per group
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$442.77
per group

Legendary Loch Ness Round Tour
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Enjoy a 4 to 5 hour trip to get a flavor of the lush hills and glens in and around the world famous and mysterious Loch Ness. Experience tastes of this unique culture, history and landscape. The small-group tour will be in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus that seats up to 8 people. Relax with your professional, Scottish, tour guide, Johnny, as he takes you on a journey all the way round Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, Drumnadrochit, Urquhart castle, Inverness cathedral and what better way to complete your tour than with a visit to Inverness Castle
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$125.24
Price varies by group size
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$125.24
Price varies by group size

Invergordon Port Loch Ness Tour
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Enjoy the flexibility of a customizable tour to the Scottish Highlands: choose between standard and executive vehicles, skip stops that don’t interest you and add those that do. Benefit from the local knowledge of your driver as you visit attractions of your choosing, such as Beauly Priory, Urquhart Castle, or Inverness Castle and make the most of your time in one of Scotland’s most beautiful regions.
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$227.71
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$227.71
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Best of Inverness and the Highlands by Spirit Journeys Worldwide
Make the most of your limited time and skip the hassle of driving or planning public transport routes on this guided tour from Inverness into the Highlands. Travel north to Dochgarroch for a 1-hour cruise up Loch Ness to Glen Urquhart Castle. Upon arrival at the castle, you have some time to explore its magnificent ruins and learn about the history of this strategic fortress. Your tour concludes with a walk through Inverness to explore its hidden corners and historic sites.
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$167.38
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$167.38

Best of The Highlands Private Tour
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The Scottish highlands are considered some of the most spectacular landscapes in the UK, but navigating its country roads on your own can be stressful. With this tour, relax and leave the driving to the experts. Time-saving pickup from Invergordon or Inverness lets you linger longer at sights like Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness, stop for lunch, and snap photos at panoramic spots along the drive.
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$695.79
per group
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$695.79
per group

Legendary Tour of the Black Isle from Inverness or Invergordon
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You will enjoy a relaxing few hours while you travel around the Black isle in comfort. Your Guide, Johnny will thrill you with stories of old while he takes you to visit some amazing historical sites, like the Old Priory (Which dates back to the13th century) in the beautiful village of Beauly. You will also see and hear the history and culture behind The Black Isle's villages and towns. You will even get to decide which version of just why this piece of land has become known as the Black Isle... intrigued? Book this tour and find out :)
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$125.24
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$125.24
Price varies by group size

GHD Clan Tour of Loch Ness (Round Trip)
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There is no better way to see and hear about the views, culture and history as you travel the whole way round the Famous Loch (and it is a loch not a lake) than from a kilted Highlander. On this tour George will transport you through time and back again.
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$139.16
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$139.16
Price varies by group size

White Water Rafting and Cliff Jumping in the Scottish Highlands
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Leap, splash, paddle and plunge through Scotland’s beautiful countryside on this 6-hour white-water rafting and cliff jumping adventure in the Scottish Highlands. Pull on your wetsuit, grab your paddle and hop into your raft to explore the wild twists and turns of the Findhorn River. Listen as your guide calls out instructions to navigate the choppy waters safely, then relax with a simple lunch by the riverbank. Afterward, leap through the air off high rock faces into the swirling waters below. This trip is suitable for everyone from age 13+.
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$129.04
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$129.04

Winter Tour of the Highlands of Scotland from Inverness
Exploring our beautiful countryside and historical sites either surrounded by the ever changing autumn colours or crisp winter days is a fantastic experience.
We can tailor this tour to your preferred stops. Scotland's Highland Tours are open all year and this tour gives you the opportunity to be privately guided and driven to some of the areas best locations, even in winter!
With an increased chance of seeing deer on tour and maybe also the spectacular Aurora Borealis one late night whilst sipping on a malt.
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$445.30
per group
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$445.30
per group

Invergordon Outlander
Explore the wild and rugged Scottish Highlands through their role in the TV series ‘Outlander’ on this themed sightseeing tour. Begin with pickup in downtown Invergordon, and spin into the Scottish countryside as your guide shares insight into the ‘Outlander’ filming process. Learn the secrets of top attractions like the Clava cairn, Inverness Castle, and Urquhart Castle, and hear how they fit into the popular ‘Outlander’ stories.
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$227.71
Price varies by group size
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$227.71
Price varies by group size

Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour
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What a lovely way to see the Scottish Countryside as you meander through beautiful Highland villages and take in the amazing scenery en-route to your stops in Inverness, Dochgarroch, Urquhart Castle, Drumnadrochit and Beauly before returning to your starting point.
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$125.24
Price varies by group size
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$125.24
Price varies by group size
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