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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: GBP
- Languages: English, Scottish Gaelic, Scots
- Climate: Oceanic
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Population: Approximately 235,000 people live in the Scottish Highlands.
- Best Time to Visit: due to unpredictable weather.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the UK do not require a visa. Citizens of the EU, US, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter visa-free for short stays. Some nationalities may require a visa in advance. There is no visa on arrival for most travelers. Electronic visa (e-visa) options are not generally available for the UK; visas must be applied for prior to travel.
About The Scottish Highlands
The Scottish Highlands are a vast and rugged region in northern Scotland, renowned for their dramatic landscapes, rich history, and unique culture. This area is characterized by towering mountains, deep glens, serene lochs, and sweeping moorlands, making it a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The Highlands offer a glimpse into Scotland’s ancient past with castles, battlefields, and traditional Gaelic culture still alive in many communities. Visitors are drawn to the region for its breathtaking scenery, wildlife spotting opportunities, and the chance to experience authentic Highland hospitality. Whether hiking the famous West Highland Way, exploring the mystical Isle of Skye, or enjoying whisky tastings at local distilleries, the Highlands provide a compelling mix of adventure, culture, and tranquility. Its remote beauty and slower pace make it a perfect escape from urban life.
Top Attractions
1. Ben Nevis – The highest mountain in the UK, popular for hiking and stunning panoramic views. 2. Loch Ness – Famous for its legendary monster, this deep freshwater loch offers boat tours and scenic walks. 3. Isle of Skye – Known for its rugged coastline, fairy pools, and dramatic landscapes. 4. Eilean Donan Castle – Iconic and picturesque castle situated on a small island, often featured in films. 5. Cairngorms National Park – A vast park with mountains, forests, and wildlife, ideal for outdoor activities year-round.
Popular Activities
Hiking and trekking on trails like the West Highland Way, wildlife watching including red deer and golden eagles, fishing in lochs and rivers, whisky distillery tours and tastings, kayaking and boating on scenic lochs, and cultural experiences such as traditional music sessions and Highland games.
The Scottish Highlands Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Scotland
- Duration Range: Hiking and trekking on trails like the West Highland Way, wildlife watching including red deer and golden eagles, fishing in lochs and rivers, whisky distillery tours and tastings, kayaking and boating on scenic lochs, and cultural experiences such as traditional music sessions and Highland games.
- Group Size: Small groups (up to 15 people)
- Difficulty Level: Mixed Difficulty
- Recommended For: Visit between May and September for the best weather. Pack layered clothing and waterproof gear due to unpredictable weather. Respect local customs and wildlife. Carry cash as some remote areas may not accept cards. Use contactless payment where possible. Be prepared for narrow, single-track roads when driving. Book accommodations in advance during peak season. Stay safe on hikes by informing someone of your plans and carrying a map and compass.
Average Tour Price: $65
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $180
428 Available Tour Excursions in The Scottish Highlands
Learn to surf with Scottish champion instructors. Experience some of Europes best waves Cosy high quality wetsuits so you don’t have to worry about the cold All equipment provided An amazing experience to have with your family and friends.
Price: $68.69
Duration: 2 hours
This is a Tour that you cannot miss out on when you are up in the Highlands. The road trip alone is filled with jaw dropping views that would make you want to stop at every point. Our selection will ensure you get to see the best of the best. The Isle of Skye is as magical as it can get. Please be aware that it is not feasible to visit all the interesting places of Skye in a day. To make the most of your visit, we offer two distinct Options, focusing on either the North-East (see Tour Detail item 6) or the South-West (see Tour Detail item 7) of the island. This allows for a more in-depth and enjoyable experience within the available time. Whichever Option you choose will have the added time of the other option on it. Our 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.
Price: $485.40
Duration: 12 hours
No more than 3 guests. Tour planned around what YOU want to see. Total flexibility. Plans can be changed at the last minute. It’s YOUR tour and I’m here to make it a very special and enjoyable day.
Price: $549.49
Duration: 6-10 hours
2 hour private surf lesson All equipment provided This is for up to two people and will be exclusive to your ability in surfing and what you want to achieve, Wheather that’s just having fun in the water or taking your surfing to the next level.
Price: $206.06
Duration: 2 hours
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.
Price: $421.28
Duration: 6-8 hours
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 .
Price: $178.59
Duration: 6 hours
The only guided walking tour of Grantown-on-Spey, explaining its history since founded in 1765, the local woods and River Spey. The tour guide is local to the area with extensive knowledge of Scottish history and culture pertaining to the area. Previous experience working in the Highland Archive, written books on the local area and a graduate in Scottish Culture. The tour will commence by the war memorial in the Square and proceed round the town, through the woods to the River Spey. The return to the war memorial will follow a different route by the woods and High St.
Price: $27.47
Duration: 1-2 hours
Welcome to our highly rated Invergordon Shore Excursion Experience the Scottish Highlands from Invergordon with a 5-Star, Women-Owned Tour Company We provide a fun, informative, and tailored private tour for up to 14 people, led by a passionate local guide and professional driver—a unique setup that sets us apart from typical small group tours. We pride ourselves on delivering warm, inclusive, and unforgettable experiences rooted in genuine local knowledge and hospitality. Your dedicated guide accompanies you on foot at every site, bringing each place vividly to life with rich Highland history, cultural insights, and plenty of personality. Meanwhile, your driver ensures smooth, stress-free travel, and when needed, they can split the group, taking guests with limited mobility to more accessible spots—so everyone has the best possible experience. We will always have you back in Invergordon in plenty of time! Enjoy the journey with Scottish music, locally sourced snacks, and drinks.
Price: $153.86
Duration: 7-8 hours
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
Price: $545.37
Duration: 4 hours
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.
Price: $1,030.30
Duration: 12 hours
The River Garry is one of our most popular white water rafting rivers. The Grade 3/4 conditions mean that you’ll experience some great rapids that will provide plenty of thrills as we paddle down the river together. The dam-release system that controls this river ensures that you get to experience consistent, high-water fun and big, bouncy rapids. This stretch of river is short, so we’ll run it twice in every trip to make sure that you maximise your experience with us. This also means that the rapids are in quick succession without long stretches of flat water. We tailor every trip to suit you and your groups needs so get in touch with us if you have any requests!
Price: $103.03
Duration: 3 hours
Travel through the heart of Speyside, home to world renowned whiskies amidst beautiful scenery. This is a tour for both the novice and the connoisseur. You can enjoy your tour as much as you possibly can without having to worry about the drive. Your tour will include 1 Distillery tour with any available Distilleries listed in our itinerary. You will then be visiting as many distilleries that you can within the tour duration. They all offer tastings which we leave up to your discretion to enjoy or you can alternatively choose to simply wander about their impressive stunning grounds. We strongly advise against booking distillery tours on your own, as this can disrupt the tour itinerary. However, if you have already made a booking, please let us know in advance so we can adjust our schedule accordingly.
Price: $439.61
Duration: 10 hours
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
Price: $961.61
Duration: 9-12 hours
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.
Price: $824.24
Duration: 8 hours
Tour with a knowledgeable and passionate born and bred Scottish Highlander who will entertain you with stories and anecdotes about growing up and living in in the Scottish Highlands. Private whisky tastings from at beautiful locations throughout the day. Chocolate paired whisky tastings showcasing new and old whiskies and how they can be enjoyed with different chocolates. A comfortable luxury BMW X5 vehicle to see the Highlands in style and go places other tour vehicles can only dream of going. Enjoy an elevated vantage point so that you can see more of the beautiful Scottish Highland scenery throughout your tour. Chilled bottled water plus Scottish snacks and soft drinks included.
Price: $1,188.10
Duration: 8 hours
This activity is fully guided by a qualified mountain leader, giving you an insight into the flora, fauna and heritage of this stunning area while walking this magnificent hill.
Price: $151.11
Duration: 6 hours
This tour can be customised to take you to any of the Speyside Distilleries. We have listed 2 of the most popular but we can take you to any and assist you with tour bookings etc. Leaving Inverness at 8am we travel down to Dufftown in the Heart of Speyside to arrive at the largest producing Distillery in Scotland - Glenfiddich for our first tour and tasting , we then travel to Craigellachie to the Speyside Cooperage to see the skills of the Coopers before we have lunch at the Mash Tun in Aberlour. Following lunch we travel a short distance to Glenallachie Distillery for our final tasting before we travel back to your accommodation in Inverness.
Price: $824.24
Duration: 8 hours
This is a 5 day example of what we can arrange for Your Tour. You can go North, South, East or West and we will help you create your own private tour, including the most important places and sites that you would like to see and experience.
Price: $6,607.66
Duration: 120 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
The Highlands feature hearty Scottish cuisine with local specialties like haggis, fresh salmon, venison, and oatcakes. Seafood is prominent, especially shellfish and smoked fish. Traditional dishes include Cullen skink (smoked haddock soup) and cranachan (a dessert with cream, whisky, honey, and raspberries). Dining customs emphasize fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Noteworthy restaurants include The Three Chimneys on Skye and The Kitchin in Inverness, both celebrated for their use of Highland produce.
Getting Around
The Scottish Highlands can be accessed by train or bus from major cities like Inverness, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. Inverness Airport offers flights to and from London and other UK cities. Local transportation is limited, so renting a car is the most practical way to explore the region fully. Some areas have bus services, but schedules can be infrequent. Costs vary, but public transport is generally affordable, while car rental and fuel can be more expensive.
Travel Tips
Visit between May and September for the best weather. Pack layered clothing and waterproof gear due to unpredictable weather. Respect local customs and wildlife. Carry cash as some remote areas may not accept cards. Use contactless payment where possible. Be prepared for narrow, single-track roads when driving. Book accommodations in advance during peak season. Stay safe on hikes by informing someone of your plans and carrying a map and compass.
Culture & Customs
The Highlands have a strong Gaelic heritage with traditions including music, dance, and storytelling. Social customs are friendly and welcoming but polite. The Highland Games, held in summer, celebrate local culture with sports, music, and dance. It is customary to greet with a handshake and show respect for local traditions. Tipping in restaurants is appreciated but not mandatory. Visitors should be mindful of the environment and local wildlife.
