Enjoy a true Highland adventure as you explore Scotland’s most beautiful glen. Learn about the battle of Culloden as you explore the single-track lanes through a Caledonian pine forest.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
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Duration 9 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Discover Clava Cairns, a 4,000 year old cemetery
Enjoy the views over Loch Affric and the mountains beyond
Marvel at the stunning ruins of Beauly Priory

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Leaving Inverness in the morning, this full-day tour begins with a trip to the ancient burial site of Clava Cairns. This Bronze-Age graveyard has survived four millennia, and is a great spot to take atmospheric photos. The location was perhaps the inspiration for the Craigh na Dun time portal in the Outlander books. Afterwards, you’ll head to Culloden, one of the most important sites in Scottish history. It was here that a 60-year series of uprisings finally ended in a tumultuous battle in 1745. Explore the visitor center and pay tribute to those who lost their lives at the last ever battle fought on British soil. Continue to Glen Affric and stop to walk among the indigenous Caledonian pine trees. Enjoy views over Loch Affric and the mountains beyond, with your expert guide taking you to the best waterfalls and photo spots. Afterwards, explore the historic ruins of Beauly Priory, a monastery dating back to the 13th century. To cap things off, you’ll head to the shores of Loch Ness, before ending up back in the center of Inverness in the early evening.

Includes

Transportation in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Professional guide

Entry fees
Meals and refreshments
Gratuities (optional)

Not suitable for

Children under 5 years

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Traveler requirements

You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You must fill out a travel information form
You are required to bring and wear a mask

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Meeting point

Stance 7, Inverness Bus Station, Margaret Street, Inverness, IV1 1LT. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departs.

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Important information

What to bring

Hiking shoes
Comfortable clothes
Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Minimum age to participate is 5 years old.
This tour operates with a maximum of 16 guests.
You're restricted to 31 pounds of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 22in x 17in x 10in), plus a small bag for onboard personal items.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 17 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.9/5
Transportation
4.8/5
Value for money
4.9/5

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The trip combined historical interest with scenic beauty.The Culloden site is very well set up. The guide was very knowledgeable. I find the buses a little uncomfortable in one way: Sitting by a window, there is not enough elbow space and what there is, is hard and unpleasant to rest on. The seat belts can also be difficult to fasten and annoying.

October 1, 2021

Absolutely loved this tour. Emily was so knowledgeable and shared so much history about the places we visited. I was desperate to visit Culloden which was interesting and eerie, but also really enjoyed the Clava Cairns. The highlight of the tour was Glen Afric it was breath taking. Thank you for pointing out Scots Pine too, if only we had seen a cheeky wee red squirrel. Thanks so much for a great day Emily. Excellent tour and highly recommended.

July 8, 2021

I would like to say a massive thank you to my guide Seana for my trip in early November. I live in Scotland and it was nice to be able to see so many beautiful places in one day. I was a a solo traveller and Seana was so kind and informative it felt like I was on a day trip with friends.

November 19, 2020

From Inverness: Glen Affric, Culloden and Clava Cairns Tour

From Inverness: Glen Affric, Culloden and Clava Cairns Tour

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