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

Visit Loch Ness, enjoying some of the most stunning views of the loch. Learn the story of the man who left home 35 years ago in search of Nessie, and who continues on his quest to this day, based on Dores Beach, where you can buy some of his crafts. Walk through Culloden Battlefield, retracing the fated steps of the Jacobites. Visit the marker of the Clan Fraser if you're an Outlander fan. Visit Clava Cairns, a 5000 year-old site which was in the inspiration for Craigh Na Dun in Outlander. Take a picture of the oldest stone bridge in the Highlands in Carrbridge. Finish off this unforgettable adventure by meeting our Highland Cows up and close and feeding them!

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   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. 2

   Pitlochry

   15 min

   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.

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   The Old Packhorse Bridge

   10 min

   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. 4

   Dores Beach

   15 min

   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. 5

   Culloden Battlefield

   30 min

   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.

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   Clava Cairns

   20 min

   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.

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   Bankfoot

   20 min

   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.

• 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

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