Glen Affric, Culloden & Clava Cairns Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the scenic beauty of Glen Affric
- Visit the historic Culloden Battlefield
- Discover the ancient Clava Cairns burial site
- Enjoy a guided tour with expert insights
- Experience the rich history and culture of the Scottish Highlands
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Glen Affric, Culloden Battlefield, and Clava Cairns
- Admissions to all sites
- Comfortable transportation from Inverness
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
Travel through winding back roads and discover a 4,000-year-old cemetery.
A sad place to visit. It’s the location of a tragic Outlander scene, and a catastrophic battle between Jacobites and Government troops. It was here that a 60-year series of uprisings finally ended in a tumultuous battle. You can explore the visitor centre* and pay tribute to those who lost their lives at the last ever battle fought on British soil.
You ramble along to Glen Affric and stop off for walks amongst the indigenous Caledonian pine trees. You get the chance to enjoy views over Loch Affric and the mountains beyond, and your driver-guide ensures you go to the best waterfalls and photo spots throughout the afternoon.
Visit this tucked away priory and learn about the monks of the Highlands. Explore the historic ruins where 13th-century French monks called this religious site 'beau lieu', which means 'beautiful place'.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; proficiency is recommended
- Children under 5 years old are not permitted on this tour
- Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions in advance
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for easy walking
- Bring a camera to capture the breathtaking landscapes
- Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- All Inverness tours will depart from the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, IV3 5NS
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
- Culloden - We reserve tickets for you. This will be included in the tour price
- Please note that on 20th June, we will not be able to stop in Glen Affric due to the duathlon. Instead, we will visit Plodda Falls as an alternative.
Traveler reviews
Excellent tour
Our guide, Charles, told us several interesting stories about Scotland. The tour was a lot of fun. The scenery is stunning.
History and sites
Had a fantastic time on this tour learning and the history of each place visited. Our guide was attentive to everyone on board and ensured we all had a good day. Stand out was the battlefield of Culloden, its incredible how emotional the site still feels this many years after the battle. This was an incredible way to get out and see the sites
We visited Clara Cairns,...
We visited Clara Cairns, Culloden and Glen Affric. All were wonderful but our visit to Culloden Battlefield was my favorite. The exhibition is first rate but walking that battlefield was so impactful. Our guide, Mick, was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. This excursion has been my favorite so far!
Northern Scotland Tour
Emilie gave us a fun informative tour of the Scotland countryside, Culloden, Buely, Glenn Afric and even fit in a stop to Loch Ness on the way back.
This was a great...
This was a great experience. The group was small and Mick the driver was excellent. Very knowledgeable about not only the sites but Scottish history in general. He commented on many things on the way to the sites and answered many questions with a lot of details. Culloden museum was very interesting showing both sides of the conflict, the battlefield itself is just a plain battered by the wind so hang on to your hats. Nice break in the day for lunch in a local place in Beauly and then Glen Affric. Vistas are breathtaking. A great day spent both inside and outside.