Clans and tartans, whisky and porridge, bagpipes and heather all originate in the Highlands and enrich the popular picture of Scotland. Inverness, the highland capital and Aviemore make a good starting point for exploring Loch Ness and the Cairngorms.
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What to do
You could retrace the footsteps of fallen soldiers in a battlefield, stand in the heart of a Bronze Age chambered tomb, go monster hunting on Loch Ness or explore the ruins of Urguhart Castle.
Local Tip
Sample a wee dram at one of the oldest distilleries in the Highlands at Glen Ord.
See
Discover rugged island beauty and historical battlements on an Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour. Daily from $73.*
Local Tip
Journey across the mysterious and deep waters of Loch Ness, you never know, you may even spot the infamous monster!
Where to stay
Kingsmills Hotel | Inverness
Built in 1786, the original house is in the heart of the hotel. Experience Scottish heritage in elegance and charm.
Inverness Palace Hotel | Inverness
In a stately 1890s Victorian mansion overlooking the River Ness, there’s no better place to watch out for Nessie.
The Lovat Hotel Loch Ness | Fort Augustus
An award winning, eco-conscious Victorian building in the charming village of Fort Augustus.
Glen Mhor Hotel
Rocpool Reserve Hotel
The Boat Country Inn
Tulloch Castle
For full accommodation information including features and pricing click here. ^Accommodation ‘from’ pricing is per person per night. *Sightseeing pricing per person and subject to change based on seasonality and other operational factors.
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