Immerse yourself in Highland history and cultural connection on this full-day guided tour. Departing from Invergordon Cruise Port.
First step back in time at Clava Cairns, an ancient Bronze Age burial site believed to have inspired Outlander’s Craig na Dùn. Continue to the haunting Culloden Battlefield, where the final Jacobite uprising reached its tragic end in 1746. A guided walk brings the history to life, with optional access to the interactive Visitor Centre (£12pp).
Your historical journey continues at Cawdor Castle (£16pp), a beautifully preserved medieval stronghold linked to Macbeth and Outlander’s Castle Leoch. Wander through its grand rooms and vibrant gardens.
The day concludes with a scenic drive through Fraser country—via the charming village of Beauly and along the legendary shores of Loch Ness. Cameras at the ready: this final stretch captures the mystique and majesty of the Highlands.
Drop-off back in Invergordon in plenty of time for your cruise departure time.
Travel in comfort within our fully guided and professionally driven air-conditioned 8-seater minivan
Complimentary water provided during the tour.
Culloden £12pp and Cawdor Castle £16 (pay on day cash/card)
Monday 15th September | Highland Connection & Outlander Trail
Time: 08:30 AM – 17:30 PM (TBC with cruise timings)
Highlights of the Day:
Pick up from Invergordon Cruise Port
Tomatin Distillery Legacy Tour.
Clava Cairns Visit
Step into prehistory at this hauntingly beautiful Bronze Age burial site. Thought to be the inspiration for Craig na Dùn from the Outlander series, Clava Cairns is a deeply atmospheric stop filled with mystery and ancient energy.
Culloden Battlefield Guided Tour (Optional Visitor Centre – £12pp)
Walk the solemn grounds of the 1746 battlefield that ended the Jacobite uprising. Your guide will bring the story to life as you explore the battlefield and memorials. Optional entry to the immersive Visitor Centre offers audiovisual exhibits and artifact displays.
Cawdor Castle Exploration (£16pp)
Visit the iconic Cawdor Castle, steeped in history and closely associated with Castle Leoch. Explore lavish interiors, medieval architecture, and vibrant gardens as you connect with Highland nobility from centuries past.
Scenic Drive via Beauly and Loch Ness (Fraser Country)
Conclude your day with a picturesque drive through Beauly, home to Fraser clan roots, and along the mystical Loch Ness, where legend and landscape collide.
Keep your camera ready—this is pure Fraser country.
Drop off in Invergordon
