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Your adventure begins as you board your motorcoach for the scenic ride through the heather-covered hills of the lush Scottish Highlands, traveling along the shores of Cromarty Firth, passing through the outskirts of Inverness en route to Cawdor Castle, one of the country's finest medieval structures.

The castle is still the seat of the Earls of Cawdor, and the current home to the Dowager Countess Cawdor. However, many know this place as the setting for Duncan's murder in Shakespeare's Macbeth. Macbeth was the Thane of Cawdor and at one time there was a castle about a mile away of which nothing is left. While parts of the castle date back to the 14th century, it did not exist during the reign of the factual Duncan and Macbeth. The castle boasts a central keep and drawbridge, and was originally build around a small, living holly tree, the remains of which may still be seen in the lowest level of the tower. Originally consisting only of the large tower (or keep), the castle was expanded numerous times in the succeeding centuries, with significant additions made in the 17th century and 19th century. You'll begin your tour with the castle's spectacular gardens, then see its interior filled with rich tapestries, antique furniture and interesting paintings.

After your visit to the Castle, you'll return to your motorcoach for your ride to Culloden Moor, the site of the last battle fought on the British mainland. Here there will be a photo stop.

On a sleety day in April 1746, the fates of the Stuart dynasty and the Highland clans were sealed with the defeat of Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Your adventure concludes as you travel through the braes and burns of the beautiful scenic highlands, traveling via Kessock Bridge and Black Isle as you return to Invergordon and your ship.