Top 10 Historical Tours in The Scottish Highlands

Destination: Inverness.
Take a walk with Cath, a local to the area, and an experienced and qualified tourist guide around her beautiful city of Inverness. A Walk Inverness tour contains lots of local history, beautiful scenery, architecture, and romantic (yet sometimes bloody) tales which have over time, shaped Inverness into the thriving city that stands today. In the true spirit of Outlander, find out more about the short but final confrontation of the Jacobite Rising, The Battle of Culloden in 1746, in which the fate of between 1500 Jacobites was sealed by a poor decision and a hostile terrain. Cath will fascinate you with references to Outlander along with life in 18th-century Inverness right up to the present day. Sharing stories of clan history, folklore, and legends. Step even further back in time to 565 AD and learn about St Columba’s visit to the Highlands.
Known For: Inverness Private and Luxury, Inverness Walking Tours, Inverness Historical Tours, Inverness Cultural Tours, Inverness Seasonal, Inverness Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Inverness.
Your guide worked at Culloden Battlefield for many years where he taught Highland History and demonstrated how weapons were used at that time. He has a wealth of knowledge in the local area as well as the battle itself. You will be accompanied onto the field of Culloden with an expert on the 18th Century Highlands and Clan Life. Our tour covers a wide range of famous attractions. From visiting a world-renowned castle on the shores of Loch Ness to sampling Whisky with a dram or two in the Black Isle's last remaining distillery. Experience local life at a Farm with Highland Hairy Coos and other lovable animals. Taste local food and wander around quaint charming villages. Please know that the Itinerary can change at any time due to unforeseen situations like Castle private events, Operating hours of Exhibition Centres, Distilleries, etc. Rest assured that we can take you to other equally amazing alternative Attraction.
Known For: Inverness Cultural Tours, Inverness Excellent Quality, Inverness Day Trips, Inverness Port Pickup, Inverness Private Sightseeing Tours, Inverness Ports of Call Tours, Inverness Shore Excursions, Inverness Worry-Free Shore Excursion, Inverness Bus Tours, Inverness Historical Tours.
Normal Price: 417.12 USD.
Current Price: 375.4 USD.

Destination: Invergordon.
Welcome to our highly rated Invergordon Shore Excursion Experience the Scottish Highlands from Invergordon with a 5-Star, Women-Owned, Locally Operated Tour Company Our separate guide and driver allows us to give your group the attention it deserves. Our guide accompanies you on the majority of the stops and we also give you free time to enjoy the area. You will see Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle (entry included), the city of Inverness, and Loch Ness- including getting to meet the Loch Ness Monster Hunter! In between stops enjoy expert commentary on the history, folklore and customs of the area, Scottish music, authentic snacks and drinks, and most of all fantastic craic! While we love our itinerary, we know all groups are different and welcome changes to the day to match your preferences. Please just reach out and we can create your dream tour!
Known For: Invergordon Port Pickup, Invergordon Bus Tours, Invergordon Ports of Call Tours, Invergordon Shore Excursions, Invergordon Excellent Quality, Invergordon Historical Tours, Invergordon Full-day Tours, Invergordon Day Trips, Invergordon Private Sightseeing Tours, Invergordon New Product.

Destination: Inverness.
HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS Whether you are looking for DAY tours from Inverness or simply trying to take in as many of the beautiful sights as possible on your Highland adventure, our .loch Ness, Clava Cairns culloden battlefield, coo,s and drams and outlander sites from from INVERNESS .its is sure to captivate like no other. Our friendly guide will pick you up from your place of stay ie. hotels guesthouses and apartments to take you around some of the most famous, historic and culturally significant sites anywhere in Scotland. From Inverness we will travel to Loch Ness, (as well as a certain legendary monster!) The tour then turns towards the historic Beauly Priory , robertson farm and the glen ord distillery Then on to the historic and dramatic Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns, Round off your tour in Inverness with St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Ness Islands, . What are you waiting for .
Known For: Inverness Car Tours, Inverness Bus Tours, Inverness Excellent Quality, Inverness Day Trips, Inverness Historical Tours, Inverness Private Sightseeing Tours, Inverness Full-day Tours.
Duration: Around 7 hours.

Destination: Inverness.
Private tour exclusive to your group. An experienced Local in a Kilt will guide you on a wonderful tour of Inverness and the surrounding area, Loch Ness, Highland Cows, Whisky, Gin, Battlefields, Ancient Cairns and if you are lucky a private bagpipe solo. You will enjoy learning about the local culture, History and folk lore from a real highlander. This tour suits all ages and can be tailored to suit each groups needs. The tour guide will liaise with each group to make sure they get the experience they desire. The attractions shown can be changed to include any specific requests. for example if you don't want a distillery we can change to visit a castle. choice of minivan for groups of 1 to 8 people or Luxury Landrover for smaller groups up to 4 people
Known For: Inverness Private Sightseeing Tours, Inverness Likely to Sell Out, Inverness Excellent Quality, Inverness Historical Tours, Inverness Half-day Tours, Inverness New Product, Inverness Bus Tours, Inverness Cultural Tours, Inverness Likely To Sell Out.
Duration: Around 4 hours and a half.

Destination: Inverness.
The Isle of Skye is a Mystical and Magical place that has long been associated with Fairies. This day long tour from Inverness takes you to some of these places where you can spend time walking and soaking up the Atmosphere. The Fairy Pools at the foot of the Cuillin mountains where some visitors are tempted to swim. The Fairy Glen on the Trotternish peninsula is a lovely peaceful place with some magnificient views and beautiful walks. The Fairy Bridge where the chief of Clan Macleod saw his Fairy wife for the last time before she returned to Fairyland. The Fairy Flag can be seen in Dunvegan Castle - home of the Clan Macleod for more than 800 years. On our way to the Isle of Skye we will also stop at Eilean Donan Castle for a photo opportunity. When Dunvegan castle is closed we will go to Portree instead of the castle and The Fairy Bridge.
Known For: Inverness Historical Tours, Inverness Full-day Tours, Inverness Bus Tours, Inverness Car Tours, Inverness Day Trips, Inverness Cultural Tours, Inverness Private Sightseeing Tours, Inverness Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 12 hours.

Destination: Inverness.
One day private tour from the Inverness area to the Isle of Skye. You will be guided by a local in a kilt. You will learn about the area, the culture, and the history. The chance to see wildlife and the Hairy Highland cows. Fun folklore stories about fairies and giants will pass the time as you travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. See Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, The Isle of Skye, Portree, The Old Man of Storr, the enchanted waters of Sligachan, the Kintail Mountains, Clachan Duach Burial grounds, and the Invermoriston River.  This is an iconic tour with a guide who will do everything possible to make this a day to remember. Enjoy the luxury of being the only group on the tour and the flexibility that brings. Choice of mini van for groups of 1 to 8 people or luxury Landrover for smaller groups up to 4 people Highland Legends private tours
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Destination: Inverness.
This is a private and personal tour for you and your party. We will take you to the places that you wish to see. Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle , Culloden Battlefield , Clava Cairns , Cawdor Castle and Beauly Priory. We will also take you to Inverness City centre where you will see Inverness Castle and Inverness Cathedral as well as the oldest house in Inverness - Abertarff House. We will also stop at The old High church where the Jacobite prisoners were held and executed after the Battle of Culloden.
Known For: Inverness Historical Tours, Inverness Private Sightseeing Tours, Inverness Cultural Tours, Inverness Excellent Quality, Inverness Day Trips, Inverness Car Tours, Inverness Bus Tours, Inverness Full-day Tours.
Duration: Around 8 hours and a half.

Destination: Invergordon.
"Unveil the magic of Loch Ness with this extraordinary one-day private guide tour! Dive into the thrill of Nessie hunting, and be enchanted by the allure of encountering the famous Loch Ness alpacas (additional cost £22.50 pp to be paid on day) A truly unforgettable adventure awaits, blending mystery, nature, and delightful companions. An absolute must for those seeking a unique and captivating experience. Experience the stoic beauty of Loch Ness on our private tour, encircling the waters with strategic stops at landmarks like Falls of Foyers, Fort Augustus, and the imposing Caledonian Canal. A journey marked by quiet grandeur, revealing the timeless allure of these remarkable sites. Alternatives are available to Alpaca trek. Including Loch Ness boat cruise and Urquhart Castle visit. Please enquire at time of booking. Subject to availability. All monies for additional attractions will be taken on the day of tour (cash or card).
Known For: Invergordon Nature and Wildlife Tours, Invergordon Walking Tours, Invergordon New Product, Invergordon Excellent Quality, Invergordon Historical Tours, Invergordon Wildlife Encounters.

Destination: Inverness.
Come join us for an adventure where you are personally guided around the highlands by a born and bred highland lass and fully qualified experienced tour guide Join us as we venture South taking in Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle (Urquhart Castle if closed) Loch Ness, Wardlaw Mausoleum, Highland Cows and perhaps even Jamie Fraser if you are lucky. Avoid the hustle and bustle of a larger coach group and tour round the highlands in our 16 seat minibus. We try to get the most out of your day out so departure times will start 9am. While some of the tours are not wheelchair friendly, we try our best to accommodate. WHEELCHAIR USERS & STROLLERS We DO REQUIRE NOTICE, as we are restricted on luggage space we need to know in advance if you are taking walking aids/pushchairs with you on any of our tours.
Known For: Inverness Cultural Tours, Inverness Day Trips, Inverness Small Group, Inverness Bus Tours, Inverness Historical Tours, Inverness Excellent Quality, Inverness Private and Luxury, Inverness Full-day Tours.