Inverness City Tour Beauly Urquhart Castle and Highland Culture

Your day begins with a scenic drive to Beauly, a picturesque Highland village named for its “beau lieu”, meaning beautiful place. Stroll among the impressive ruins of Beauly Priory, founded in the 1200s, surrounded by grand trees and peaceful gardens.

As we continue through the countryside, we keep an eye out for iconic Highland cows. When possible, we make a safe stop so you can enjoy photographs of these gentle, shaggy locals.

Perched on a rocky headland above Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle offers breath-taking views and centuries of stories. Explore one of Scotland’s most dramatic ruins, once fought over during the Wars of Independence and forever tied to the legend of Nessie.

Visit the newly reopened Inverness Castle, transformed into a modern visitor experience with immersive storytelling and panoramic views across the city and river.

Inverness – Time for lunch and local shopping Arrive in the Highland capital for free time to enjoy lunch at one of Inverness’s riverside cafes or traditional pubs. Go shopping at the Victorian Market or boutique local stores. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the River Ness. It’s perfect for soaking up Highland culture at your own pace.

Optional Extras Culloden Battlefield - The true story behind Outlander Stand on the haunting ground where the Jacobite Rising ended in 1746. Walk the battlefield paths, see the clan markers and learn the real history that inspired Diana Gabaldon’s powerful scenes.

Optional Extras Clava Cairns - The Ancient Stones that inspired Craigh na Dun Step into 4,000 years of mystery. These Bronze Age standing stones and burial cairns are believed to have inspired the iconic time-travel stones. Many visitors place a hand on the stones… just in case.