Step back in time and explore some of the most important historic sites in the Scottish Highlands. This fascinating tour takes you to Culloden Battlefield, ancient Bronze Age standing stones, and one of Scotland’s most beautiful castles.
Perfect for visitors interested in Scottish history, clans, and ancient sites, this half-day tour travels just a short distance from Inverness into the heart of Highland history.
Departing from our city centre office at 55 Church Street, Inverness, this tour combines dramatic history, ancient archaeology, and stunning Highland scenery.
The area around Inverness contains some of the most important historical sites in Scotland. In just a few hours you can visit locations connected to the Jacobite rebellions, prehistoric Scotland, and medieval Highland castles.
Tour highlights include:
This tour offers a perfect introduction to Scotland’s rich history and culture.
Departure from Inverness
Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Departure Location:
55 Church Street, Inverness
Your driver-guide will introduce the history of the Highlands, the Jacobite rebellions, and the events leading up to one of the most important battles in Scottish history.
Culloden Battlefield is the site of the 1746 Battle of Culloden, the final confrontation of the Jacobite Rising between the forces of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the British Government army.
The battle lasted less than an hour but had a lasting impact on Highland culture and clan life.
During your visit you can:
Culloden remains one of the most powerful and emotional historic sites in Scotland.
Just a few minutes from Culloden lies the ancient site of Clava Cairns, a remarkable prehistoric burial complex dating back over 4,000 years.
These well-preserved cairns and standing stones form a mysterious ceremonial landscape surrounded by woodland.
Visitors can explore:
Fans of the Outlander series may recognise Clava Cairns as the inspiration for the fictional standing stones Craigh na Dun.
The final stop on the tour is the beautiful Cawdor Castle, one of the most charming castles in the Scottish Highlands.
Dating back to the 14th century, Cawdor Castle is famous for its connection to Shakespeare’s Macbeth, although the real history of the castle is even more fascinating.
Visitors can enjoy:
Return to Inverness
After exploring Cawdor Castle, we return to Inverness.
Estimated return time: 2:00 PM
Departure: 9:00 AM
Duration: 5 Hours
Departure Location: 55 Church Street, Inverness
Car Tour
1 to 4 seats/£50 per hour
Bus Tour
5 to 8 seats/£60 per hour
