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Loch Ness Cruise, Beauly Priory and Clava Cairns
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InvernessUrquhart Castle seen from the water rather than the car park, and a stop at Beauly that the other Outlander days leave out. The cruise on Loch Ness runs about 30 minutes, weather depending, and takes in the ruins of the 13th-century castle from the loch itself. Beauly comes next, with free time for lunch in the local cafés and Beauly Priory to walk it off. The priory was used in the filming of Outlander, which is why it is on the itinerary at all, and it is worth the walk regardless. The whisky stop is a Highland distillery, where a dram is optional rather than assumed. The afternoon turns serious. Culloden Battlefield comes with the Jacobite rebellions and an account of the battle itself, and Clava Cairns has the burial chambers and standing stones that Outlander readers will recognise. Back in Inverness in the early evening. Meet 15 minutes before departure, across from the Victorian Market entrance, and look for a blue or yellow bus.
What's included
- Urquhart Castle Entrance (if option selected)
- Loch Ness Cruise (30mins) (if option selected)
- Local Scottish English Speaking Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
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15 Union St, Inverness
Meet 15 minutes before departure, across from the Victorian Market entrance, for check-in. Look for a blue or yellow bus.
Urquhart Castle
A cruise on the loch, and the ruins of the 13th-century Urquhart Castle. The cruise runs approximately 30 minutes and varies with the weather.
Beauly
Free time for lunch in one of the local cafés in Beauly, and Beauly Priory to walk it off. The priory was used in the filming of Outlander.
The Singleton Distillery
A Highland whisky distillery, where the most direct way to learn about the water of life is to taste it.
Costo extra
Clava Cairns
Clava Cairns has the burial chambers and standing stones that Outlander readers come for. Hearing the real history behind the story may put you off travelling back in time to meet Jamie Fraser.
Culloden Battlefield
The Jacobite rebellions and the battle itself, told on the ground at Culloden Battlefield.
Costo extra
15 Union St, Inverness
Not included
- Food and Drink
- Culloden Battlefield Exhibition (buy on site)
- Gratuities
- Highland Whisky Experience
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
- Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
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- Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5.
- In cases of extreme weather, the Loch Ness boat cruise may be cancelled on short notice. If you have purchased ticket for this you will be refunded.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
- If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset.
- Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus.
- The tour may operate with our sister company, HAGGiS Adventures.
- The order of the itinerary route is subject to change.
- Up to 10 travelers per booking.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guiding available in: de, pt, cmn, en, it, fr, es.
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