Inverness 7 Day Itinerary

Inverness 7-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & City Exploration

  • Arrive at Inverness Airport (INV). Take a taxi or bus (CityLink 912/913) to the city centre.
  • Check into your accommodation, recommend: The Kingsmills Hotel (Central location and luxury amenities)
  • Lunch at Amba (Modern Scottish cuisine with stunning views of Inverness Castle)
  • Visit Inverness Castle and St Andrew’s Cathedral.
  • Evening stroll along the River Ness and visit the Inverness Corn Exchange for live music or events.

Day 2: Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle

  • Take a tour bus (Jacobite Loch Ness Tours) to Loch Ness, stop by Drumnadrochit for lunch at The Loch Ness Club.
  • Explore Urquhart Castle and search for the elusive Loch Ness Monster.
  • Return to Inverness for dinner at Mana Thai (Authentic Thai food in a relaxed setting).

Day 3: Culloden Battlefield & Clava Cairns

  • Morning visit to Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre to learn about the Jacobite Rising.
  • Explore the nearby Clava Cairns, an ancient burial site dating back to 2000BC.
  • Lunch at Tarves Restaurant (Scottish cuisine with a contemporary twist).
  • Afternoon visit to Cawdor Castle and Garden.
  • Dinner in Inverness at The Mustard Seed (Gourmet Scottish cuisine using local produce).

Day 4: Black Isle & Chanonry Point

  • Take a day trip to the Black Isle, reachable by ferry or road.
  • Visit Fortrose Cathedral and the Dolphin Watching Centre at Chanonry Point.
  • Lunch at The Pencaitland Arms (Traditional pub serving local ales and Scottish fare).
  • Explore Rosemarkie, Cromarty, or Avoch villages.
  • Return to Inverness for dinner at The Steading (Innovative Scottish dishes in a rustic setting).

Day 5: Whisky Distilleries

  • Take a tour of the famous Glen Ord Distillery.
  • Lunch at Cafe Carob (Homebaking and light lunches) in Muir of Ord.
  • Afternoon visit to Tomatin Distillery or Balmenach Distillery, both offering tours and tastings.
  • Dinner back in Inverness at The Kessary Restaurant (Traditional Scottish dishes with a modern twist).

Day 6: Moray Coast & Nairn Beach

  • Day trip to the Moray Coast, visit Findhorn Bay and Nairn Beach.
  • Lunch at Findochty Fish Hoose (Seafood specialities) or The Harbour Restaurant (Scottish cuisine with sea views).
  • Visit the picturesque villages of Cullen, Lossiemouth, and Burghead.
  • Return to Inverness for dinner at River Cafe & Deli (Fresh seafood dishes and local produce).

Day 7: Departure

  • Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before checking out.
  • Take a taxi or bus (CityLink 912/913) to Inverness Airport for departure.