• Culloden Battlefield - Culloden Battlefield is the site where the last Jacobite Rising concluded on April 16, 1746. In less than an hour, the Jacobite forces led by Charles Edward Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie) were decisively defeated by government troops under the Duke of Cumberland.

This battle marked the end of the Jacobite aspirations to reinstate the Stuart monarchy and resulted in harsh reprisals across the Highlands, including prohibitions on tartan, weapons, and the Gaelic language.

• Clava Cairns - Clava Cairns is a remarkably preserved 4,000-year-old Bronze Age burial site, consisting of ring cairns, passage graves, and standing stones. It is renowned for its winter solstice alignment, when the setting sun shines directly into the central cairn, showcasing the sophistication of prehistoric astronomy.

Fans of Outlander will recognize Clava Cairns as the real-world inspiration for “Creag na Dun,” the mystical stone circle where Claire travels through time. While the TV stones were a set, Clava perfectly embodies the same atmosphere — ancient, powerful, and quietly haunting.

• Cawdor Castle - Cawdor Castle is a 15th-century Highland castle still inhabited by the Cawdor family. It is famously associated with Shakespeare’s Macbeth through the title Thane of Cawdor, although the actual castle was constructed centuries after the historical Macbeth.

The castle developed around a hollow oak tree, once believed to bring good fortune, and today features richly furnished rooms, tapestries, and family heirlooms. Outside, the formal gardens, woodland walks, and riverside paths are a major highlight — especially in spring and summer.

It is one of the most romantic and well-preserved castles in the Highlands, blending history, legend, and beautiful scenery.

• Inverness - As the journey continues through Inverness, you are passing the capital of the Highlands, situated along the River Ness where it flows out of Loch Ness toward the Moray Firth. It is a small city, but historically significant — once a key stronghold controlling the Highlands.

On the riverbank, you will see Inverness Castle, standing on a sandstone cliff. While the current building is 19th-century, the site has been fortified for over a thousand years. Nearby is Inverness Cathedral and Eden Court Theatre, the cultural heart of the city.

Inverness is known as the gateway to the Highlands — a last stop for supplies and civilization before heading into the wilder landscapes beyond.

• Inverness Castle Viewpoint - As Inverness Castle comes into view, this is one of the best photo opportunities in the city. The castle sits high above the River Ness, offering great views from the road and especially from the bridges.

For photos, look towards the castle on the hill with the river in the foreground — it is particularly striking in good light or early evening. If you are quick with cameras, you will capture classic shots of the castle, river, and city skyline all in one frame.

The building itself is 19th-century, but the viewpoint has been strategic for over a thousand years — which is exactly why it still dominates Inverness today.

• Dores Beach - Dores Beach is located at the northern end of Loch Ness, just outside Inverness, and offers one of the best shoreline views of the loch. The long shingle beach provides wide, open vistas straight down the water — perfect for photos and a real sense of Loch Ness scale.

This is a favorite local spot for walks, wildlife watching, and of course Nessie-spotting. On clear days you can see far down the loch, and sunsets here are especially beautiful.

• Beauly Priory - As Beauly Priory comes into view, you are seeing the remains of a 13th-century Valliscaulian monastery, founded around 1230. It was an important religious center until the Scottish Reformation, after which it gradually fell into ruin.

Even from the road, you can spot the fine stone carvings and the tall west gable — a reminder of how grand the priory once was. Today it is a peaceful historic site right in the heart of the village.

A quick glimpse, but a lovely example of medieval Highland history tucked into everyday life.

• Loch Ness Region - This is the north end of Loch Ness, at Dores, where the loch begins and the River Ness flows out toward Inverness. From here you get one of the widest, clearest views straight down the loch, giving a real sense of its length and depth.

Dores Beach is a favorite local spot — peaceful, open, and ideal for photos. On calm days the water can look deceptively gentle, but Loch Ness is deep, dark, and cold, even close to shore.

• Robertson’s Farm Shop Beauly - As the journey pauses at Robertson’s Farm, keep an eye out for the Highland cows — the long-haired, horned cattle, Katie-Morag and Jamie, that have become one of Scotland’s most iconic sights. They are well suited to the Highland climate and often graze close to the roadside here.

The farm is part of the rich agricultural landscape around Beauly and the Black Isle, known for fertile land and traditional farming. It is a great quick photo moment, especially when the cattle are nearby.

• All Fees and Taxes

• Lunch

This thoughtfully designed one-day Highland tour takes travelers beyond the usual sights and into the heart of the Highlands. Starting from Inverness, participants will explore the quieter northern side of Loch Ness — a more secluded and atmospheric part of the loch, abundant in history, legend, and the unspoiled beauty of the Highlands.

The adventure continues to the captivating Cawdor Castle, nestled in woodland and renowned for its ancient history and romantic gardens. Delve into significant Scottish history at Culloden Battlefield, then explore the intriguing Clava Cairns, popularized by Outlander and rich in ancient mythology.

Throughout the journey, enjoy quintessential Highland landscapes — rolling moorland, forested glens, and the opportunity to encounter iconic Highland cows up close.

This tour offers a unique combination of legend, history, scenery, and Highland charm — all in one memorable day.

Typically, tours depart 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the ship’s arrival and return at least 1 hour before the ship’s departure time.

• Wheelchair travellers difficult

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.