Loch Ness, Culloden, Clava Cairns: Private Tour from Edinburgh

1. Forth Road Bridge
   Pass by
   The Forth Bridges are a famous landmark of Edinburgh. We will cross through the Queensferry Crossing, with views of the Forth Road Bridge and Forth Rail Bridge - a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site that joins the historic settlements of North and South Queensferry. The oldest bridge dates back to 1890 and is an iconic symbol of Scotland's 19th century bold engineering.
2. Pitlochry
   15m
   Pitlochry is a delightful Scottish Perthshire town, making it an ideal stop for refreshments and bathroom facilities. The main street still retains much of its 19th century Victorian character, with many independent shops and cafes, making for a popular destination amongst travellers to the North of Scotland.
3. The Old Packhorse Bridge
   10m
   Built in 1717, the Old Packhorse Bridge in Carrbridge is the oldest stone bridge in the Highlands. Set is a picturesque location, this bridge has become a real Instagram sensation, and makes for a perfect short break on our journey to Loch Ness.
4. Dores Beach
   15m · Admission ticket included
   Dores Beach is one of the best and most famous viewpoints on Loch Ness. It is now also the permanent location of Steve Feltham, whom in 1991 sold his house, left his job and set off on a mission to find the Loch Ness monster in a campervan.
   
   Steve filmed his journey to Scotland, and the start of his adventure as a Nessie monster hunter, for the BBC programme entitled ‘’Desperately seeking Nessie’’.
   
   You can see Steve's campervan and buy one of his Nessie sculptures as a unique souvenir of your unforgettable adventure.
5. Culloden Battlefield
   30m
   Culloden was the battlefield where the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end and. It marked the end of the Jacobite hopes, with Bonnie Prince Charlie fleeing to Europe, from which he never returned.
   
   Culloden has become a popular site for fans of the Outlander TV series, and you can walk over to take a picture by the marker of the Fraser clan.
   
   Please note that we will not have time to do the audiovisual experience as part of this itinerary. If you want to do this, message us so we can customise your experience.
6. Clava Cairns
   20m
   The Clava Cairns and surrounding stone circles are neolithic tombs and monuments dating back more than 4,000 to 5,000 years. These tombs remained in use for millennia, providing us with a unique insight into the pre-historic period.
   
   In recent years, the Clava Cairns have become a pilgrimage site for Outlander fans, as they were the inspiration for the Craigh Na Dun stone circle in this hit TV series.
7. Bankfoot
   20m
   Feed our Highland cows!
   
   We will stop over at Bankfoot on our return back to Edinburgh from our adventure, where you will have the opportunity to meet and feed the famous Scottish Highland Coos.

Pickup details

We will pick you up from your hotel, AirBnB, or other holiday accommodation. We will drop you back off at the same location at the end of the tour.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour consists approximately of 8 hours driving time, with a total of 4 hours spent at the various locations.
• UK cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking a sedan/SUV vehicle for 4 persons. Consider upgrading as this is a long day.
• This is a private tour. Only your group will be in the vehicle.