The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Lochaber, Scotland

Take two leisurely days and savour the delights of the Highlands with your Driver-Guide. See rivers, lochs and mountains; experience plenty of rich Highland history and spend overnight in the Highland capital of Inverness.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Accommodation, unless chosen

Based in the Beautiful City of Inverness, we at Highland Tours 4 You, offer you the opportunity to join us on one of our prearranged tours taking in some of the magical sights and experiences available in this fascinating area. We currently offer One Day tours showcasing some of the most breath-taking scenery and stunning landscapes that the Highlands have to offer. Our 8 seater vehicle offers you that personal experience that we strive to give all our customers. If there is anywhere not shown that you would like to visit or if you would prefer a Private Tour just give us a call and we will do everything in our power to help meet your needs. Perhaps you fancy a Distillery Tour, a Golf Club Tour, Cocktail Tour, Island Hop, the list is endless, just let us know what you fancy, we are here to help. We offer a very convenience city centre riverside Pick Up Point.

Inclusions: Guide/Driver, Private transportation

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Scotland's 'Route 66' is a rollercoaster road of ruined castles, pristine beaches, dramatic cliffs, and charming villages. On this 3-day small-group tour from Inverness, you explore all of it in the comfort of a luxury, 16 seat mini-coach.  You clamber through scattered boulders and spot a beach so white it makes you reach for your sunglasses. You ramble along cliffs and find a village so small you try to pack it in your suitcase. And you travel along tumbling roads and see castles so ancient you rub your eyes in disbelief. This is the North Coast 500. And over every horizon, you find something surprising.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Small-group tour (16 passenger max), Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach, 2 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast

Exclusions: Meals and refreshments, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Admission fees

Enjoy a full-day of stunning scenery and fresh Highland air, as we travel all the way around Loch Ness and along the idyllic West Coast. Our journey reveals ancient ruins, a poignant war memorial, beautiful beaches and a hidden waterfall – with untamed mountains never far from sight. Not only will you watch the Jacobite Steam Train as it crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct, you will later hop aboard and experience it for yourself. Made famous by the Harry Potter films, and voted one of the world’s most scenic railways, this is a trip you’ll never forget!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Jacobite Steam Train, Expert local guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Restroom on board, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Gratuities

Venture to the far-flung Orkney Islands on a 5-day tour from Edinburgh with 3-star accommodation included, and visit top Highland towns and attractions, too! With a friendly guide, travel through the Highlands, visiting Loch Ness and Glencoe, and pass John o’Groats on route to the stunning Orkney Island archipelago. With Kirkwall (Orkney’s capital) as your base, discover the area’s historical highlights such as Lamb Holm Italian Chapel and the Standing Stones of Stenness. On route back to Edinburgh, call in at the 15th-century ruins of Ardvreck Castle and Culloden Moor, an important Jacobite battlefield. Overnight stays in Inverness and Ullapool are included, plus two nights in Kirkwall.

Inclusions: 4 nights en-suite accommodation in either a B&B or 3-star hotel (breakfast included), Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers), Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, Driver/guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Meals and refreshments, Admission fees & optional activities.

Would you like to visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct, the famous bridge crossed by the Hogwarts Express steam train in the Harry Potter movies? Would you like to take in beautiful views of Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the UK? Why not take a trip into the absolutely stunning Lochaber region in the West Highlands of Scotland and see the Great Glen all in the comfort of one of our 8-seater vehicles?

Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entry fees to attractions, Lunch, Entrance to Urquhart Castle

Discover the beguiling beauty of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 4-day small-group tour from Edinburgh. Explore Isle of Skye at a relaxed pace for views of dramatic sea cliffs, desolate moors and jagged peaks, like Trotternish Ridge, the Quiraing and Neist Point. With a knowledgeable guide at your side, admire castles on islets and craggy hilltops, and see picturesque villages including Glencoe. The experience includes your choice of 3-star accommodation in Lochalsh and Fort William. Numbers limited to 16, ensuring a personalized experience.

Inclusions: Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach, Professional guide/driver, 3 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast, Small Group Tour (16 people max) for a more personal experience.

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Admission fees

The archipelago of Orkney hides many treasures: and on our new three-day tour, your experienced driver-guide will ensure you find the best of them. You’ll unearth some of the most well-preserved prehistoric sites in Europe, examine a beautiful red sandstone coast, and discover the vibrant culture of remote island communities. All from the comfort of a luxury, 16 seat mini-coach. It’s an experience you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach, 2 nights overnight accommodation with private facilities in either a B&B or 3-star hotel

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Highlands tour. With a guarantee of discovering new and interesting things and seeing breathtaking scenery and landscapes around every turn. You’ll see why so many movie locations were based and filmed here in Scotland, with views that inspired the likes of Harry Potter (Glenfinnan Viaduct) and James Bond (Glencoe), and more. You’ll be spoilt for choice for getting that perfect picture, especially in the Isle of Skye where many of Scotland’s myths and legends come from. See mountains created by giants, enchanted waters that will give you eternal youth, and hear songs of the faerie folk in the wind. This is a tour that will fill you with joy and leave you with a feeling that can only come from being truly immersed in the moment - something truly priceless. Don’t just take our word for it, check out our reviews!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Accommodation is not included, Backpackers/Youth Hostel Dorm Bed (£25 per person per night), Bed & Breakfast/Guesthouse Double/Twin Room (£90 to £100 per person per night), Bed & Breakfast/Guesthouse Single Room (£55 to £80 per person per night), If you wish, you may BOOK YOUR OWN ACCOMMODATION in Inverness for 2 nights. Please advise the operator if you wish to do this and inform them of the name/address.

Join this small group tour for a magical two day escape to the Highlands. Traveling through spectacular scenery, this tour is the perfect way to see Scotland and many of her highlights. These include stops at Doune Castle, Glen Coe, Glenfinnan Viaduct (April - October only) and Loch Ness. Overnight is in the bustling Highland capital of Inverness followed by visits to Culloden Battlefield, prehistoric standing stones, Pitlochry (optional whisky distillery tour) and a riverside walk at Dunkeld.

Inclusions: Small-group tour - 13 passengers or less, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes mini coach

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Attraction Entrance Fees, Accommodation: See the Additional Info section below to select your preferred accommodation choice