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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: $67.75
Duration: 2 hours
Scenic Routes is your gateway to bespoke Speyside whisky tours, delivered with warmth, professionalism and deep local insight. Founded by myself, David, over 10 years ago Inverness, I have now decided the time is right to step back from the physical aspect of touring. I have in place a small team of expert driver-guides, who are not only colleagues but friends too. I have set a very high standard and I can promise the same high-touch, premium experience across every journey.
Price: $779.10
Duration: 8-10 hours
Travel at your own pace, enjoy plenty of photo stops, and immerse yourself in Highland life with your very own Highlander Guide in a kilt. Fancy wearing a kilt or arisaid yourself? Just let us know. To give you the best experience without rushing, we offer two route options: the Trotternish or the Minginish peninsula. Each explores a different part of the island and is planned around nearby attractions and sensible travel times, so you can see more while still enjoying each stop. Whichever route you choose, our aim is simple: a relaxed, memorable day showcasing the scenery, history, and character that makes the Isle of Skye special. This is a private tour for 1–7 guests. Solo travellers are welcome (2-guest minimum charge), with savings from 3 guests and the best value when all 7 seats are booked. Weather, opening hours or road conditions may affect our itinerary. We’ll offer a worthwhile alternative whenever possible.
Price: $740.71
Duration: 12 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: $230.34
Duration: 2 hours
Travel at your own pace, enjoy plenty of photo stops, and immerse yourself in Highland life with your very own Highlander Guide in a kilt. Fancy wearing a kilt or arisaid yourself? Just let us know. Cruise guests can relax knowing we’ll ensure an on-time return to port. Your guide brings Culloden to life through years of first-hand experience teaching Highland history and demonstrating period weapons at the battlefield. As a local Highlander, he shares the stories, traditions and clan history that shaped the Highlands. Discover Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Clava Cairns, Highland cows at a local farm, Beauly and a whisky distillery, with fascinating stories and local insight along the way. This is a private tour for 1–7 guests. Solo travellers are welcome (2-guest minimum charge), with savings from 3 guests and the best value when all 7 seats are booked. Weather, opening hours or road conditions may affect our itinerary. We’ll offer a worthwhile alternative whenever possible.
Price: $541.98
Duration: 6-8 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: $609.73
Duration: 4 hours
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, the city of Inverness, and Loch Ness, including getting to meet the Loch Ness Monster Hunter! The tour ends with a visit to Singleton Distillery. There is also an option to add on a visit to cawdor castle for an additional fee. 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!
Price: $846.85
Duration: 7-8 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: $169.37
Duration: 6 hours
This tour can be customised to take you to any of the Speyside Distilleries. We have listed 6 of the most popular but we can take you to any and assist you with tour bookings etc. We recommend that customers do one actual Distillery tour followed by tastings at 2 or 3 other Distilleries. A suggested itininerary is as follows. 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 a Distillery 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 a tasting , this Distillery is still in private hands and their 12 year old won the best Scotch Whisky in 2025. Depending on whichever day the tour is we will stop at either Glenfarclas Distillery or Cardhu Distillery for our final tasting before travelling back.
Price: $880.72
Duration: 8 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: $1,151.71
Duration: 9-12 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: $101.62
Duration: 3 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. On our way to the Isle of Skye we will stop at Eilean Donan Castle for a photo opportunity. The Fairy Pools at the foot of the Cuillin mountains where some visitors are tempted to swim and the war of the one eyed woman took place in 1601 , it is also said that Selkies used to shed their aquatic skin and take a human form and bathe in the pools by moonlight. The Fairy Glen on the Trotternish peninsula is a lovely peaceful place with some magnificient views and beautiful walks.
Price: $1,287.21
Duration: 10 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: $840.07
Duration: 8 hours
River Wild Adventures is a mobile white water adventure company offering top-quality river experiences. THE EXPERIENCE: Exceptional service, quality trips, expert guides, free hot drinks post-activity, and trip photos. THE EQUIPMENT: Provided: wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, neoprene accessories (e.g., gloves), specialist footwear (UK sizes 4–12), splash jacket, and glasses strap if needed. THE FACILITIES: As a mobile operation, our facilities are more rustic than traditional centres, but customer comfort is a priority. We provide toilet facilities, changing robes for privacy, and buckets for standing and transporting wet gear.
Price: $101.62
Duration: 3 hours
Travel at your own pace, enjoy plenty of photo stops, and immerse yourself in Highland life with your very own Highlander Guide in a kilt. Fancy wearing a kilt or arisaid yourself? Just let us know. Your tour includes admission to 1 available distillery tour from the options in our itinerary. We’ll then visit as many additional distilleries as time allows, where you can enjoy tastings at your own discretion or simply explore the grounds, shops and surroundings. Please avoid booking distillery tours independently, as fixed times can disrupt the itinerary; if you already have one booked, let us know in advance so we can adjust where possible. This is a private tour for 1–7 guests. Solo travellers are welcome (2-guest minimum charge), with savings from 3 guests and the best value when all 7 seats are booked. Weather, opening hours or road conditions may affect our itinerary. We’ll offer a worthwhile alternative whenever possible.
Price: $541.98
Duration: 10 hours
Explore the magical and enchanting Isle of Skye with minimal hassle yet optimal comfort and service. Hear Historical tales and learn the history of some of the most famous landmarks. Embark on a special Journey as we will transport and tour you for the full day and make you feel at home.
Price: $1,036.54
Duration: 11 hours
Travelling on a cruise ship to Scotland? No problem. You can explore the Highlands of Scotland straight off your cruise ship at Invergordon port. Arrangements can be made to meet you outside the port where we will be there to meet you. A name placard will also be displayed so you are able to find us easily. Available tour packages accommodating 5-7 passengers are below: You can also plan your own itinerary for a more personal tour experience. Just ask and I will be happy to help you plan your day and negotiate a competitive price with you. Our company will endeavour to make your tour stress-free and as pleasurable as possible. Should you wish to organise your own custom tour, then prices and pickup points can be discussed with Aleman Ali.
Price: $880.72
Duration: 7-8 hours
Discover some of the most amazing sights, sounds and tastes the Highlands has to offer with tours from Invergordon cruise port. Our local guide will meet you as you disembark from your cruise ship and take you on a Scottish Highland shore excursion like no other. Go on your own personal Highland adventure, taking in the natural beauty of Millionaire’s View and the Falls of Shin. Delve into the history of Dunrobin Castle, gardens and grounds,on to loch fleet were you can see seals and loads of sea birds , and then take time for culture and shopping at the famous town of Dornoch. Finally sample one of our well-known exports, the ‘water of life,’ at Glenmorangie Distillery, before heading back in good time to re-join your ship. Always a personal tour experience - guaranteed Tours with that personal touch. We only take small groups of 4, 6 and 8 on our tours, which means you always get the very best experience.
Price: $758.77
Duration: 7-8 hours
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.
The Scottish Highlands Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Scotland
- Duration Range: 2 to 10 hours
- Group Size: Small groups (up to 15 people)
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- 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: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $200
Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
- Check tour cancellation and refund policies
- 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.
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