Loch Ness, Whisky & Outlander
9 hours
From 08:45
Group 1+
English, Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish, German, Italian, French
9 hours
08:45
What you'll do
Join us on a jam-packed journey in the Highlands and enjoy many iconic Scottish experiences in just one day. Our adventure begins at the legendary Loch Ness, where you will take a cruise and visit the ruins of Urquhart Castle for ideal monster spotting opportunities. After lunch in beautiful Beauly we have a Highland Whisky Experience where you can learn more about 'uisge beatha' (the 'water of life'). Learn the true story which inspired Outlander at Culloden Battlefield and attempt your own journey through the stones at Clava Cairns. We return to Inverness in the early evening.
Itinerary
- 1Depart central Inverness and journey to the world-famous Loch Ness, where you will join a cruise to the ruins of the 13th century Urquhart Castle. Free time to enjoy lunch in one of the charming local cafés in beautiful Beauly and walk it off exploring Beauly Priory; featured in the Outlander book 'Dragonfly in Amber'. Next, we will have a Highland Whisky Experience where you can learn more about 'uisge beatha' (the 'water of life'). Local whisky experts are on hand to share their in-depth knowledge and suggest drams to sample. Whisky dram flights from £12 and whisky cocktails from £8, pay locally.
- 2Listen to tales of the Jacobite rebellions and the brutal Battle of Culloden, on our visit to Culloden Battlefield. Outlander fans will love the mysterious burial chambers and standing stones at Clava Cairns. When you’ve heard the harrowing history behind the Outlander story, you might not want to travel back in time to meet Jamie Fraser after all! Return to Inverness in the early evening.
- 3***The Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle are not suitable for individuals with mobility difficulty because of the steps to the dock and the steps to Urquhart ruins.
- 4Meet and check-in at 19 Union Street, Inverness, IV1 1QA. Starting on 25th of March 2024 the departure time will be 8:15am, so the check-in time will be 7:45am.
What's Included
1 hour Loch Ness Boat Cruise
Urquhart Castle entry
Local Scottish Guide
Beauly Priory
Downloadable Audio Guides are available in Chinese, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish
What's not included
Culloden Visitor Centre
Whisky Tasting
Highland Whisky Experience
Discover at your leisure how 'uisge beatha' (the 'water of life') is made and learn the history behind one of Scotland's most iconic exports. Local whisky experts are on hand to share their in-depth knowledge and suggest rare drams to sample. Whisky Dram Flights from £12 and Whisky Cocktails from £8.
Culloden Visitor Centre
On 16th April 1746, Culloden was the site of the last pitched battle fought on the British mainland. Through an interpretive exhibition and a visit to the battlefield itself, you can learn why this hour-long conflict changed Highland life and world history forever. With ongoing archaeological research and fresh historical interpretations, the story is far from over… More recently, the popular TV seriesOutlanderhas used the years prior to the Battle of Culloden as a backdrop. Entrance approx. £12
Meeting Points
Meet at 19 Union St, Inverness IV1 1QA *Starting on 25th of March 2024 the departure time will be 8:15am, so the check-in time will be 7:45am (Union Street 19, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 1QA)
Notes
Meet at 19 Union St, Inverness IV1 1QA
Starting on 25th of March 2024 the departure time will be 8:15am, so the check-in time will be 7:45am
Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card.
Travel insurance is recommended
The Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle are not suitable for individuals with mobility difficulty because of the steps to the dock and the steps to Urquhart ruins.
Please be advised that children under 5 years old may not take part in the tour, while anyone under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note that we cannot guarantee that people who have booked together will be seated together. We do not allocate seats.
It is very important to return to the coach on time at itinerary stops. Your guide will display the time that the bus departs on a clock that will be visible. Our coach cannot wait for you.
There are no maximum age restrictions
Please arrive to check-in 15 minutes before departure
Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
Cancellation of day tours: A full refund will be given if the cancellation is made more than 24 hours prior to the departure time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to departure will incur a 100% fee.
Requirements
Passport / Photo ID card
Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card.
Travel Insurance
Comfortable walking shoes and a rain jacket in case of light rain
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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