Private tour in Inverness Neil M
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Neil M.
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Hi there! I'm Neil and I've lived in the Highlands of Scotland almost all my life. More than 8 generations of my family have been born and bred here and my clan, The Munro clan, is one of the largest in the area - you don't get all that without picking up a bit of local knowledge in the process!! I can driver-guide you on any tour you'd like to take from castles to distilleries, amazing views to quiet beaches and the famous Loch Ness to the scenes of Outlander, Scotland has it all. Local knowledge and stories that they don't always put in the history books really make the places we visit come alive and will stay with you for years to come. I will collect you from your accommodation, whether that's central or rural, or directly off your cruise ship from the ports of Invergordon, Edinburgh, Portree or Ullapool and return you there at the end of your tour. I drive an air conditioned, 8-seater Mercedes-Benz with leather interior, privacy glass and charging points for your convenience. Travelling this way ensures that everyone is comfortable, has unrestricted views and your tour is personal, friendly and allows access to some of the less visited gems that Scotland has to offer. I love the challenge of tailoring bespoke tours to my passenger's needs so don't be afraid to ask for something different! I've lived and breathed Scotland's history, culture and heritage for most of my life and it's my love for my country that I enjoy sharing with others. I've worked in the tourism industry for over 15 years guiding walks and tours and hosting visitors to our area. I'd love to help you make memories of Scotland that will last a lifetime, all you have to do is sit back and enjoy your tour! ToursByLocals guide since 2019 and have worked in the Scottish Tourism industry for the previous 15 years. Member of the Scottish Independent Tour Operators Association (SITOA). Member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). I don't have any restrictions on my tour.
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I've lived in this area my whole life, my family have lived here for the last 300 years and my clan arrived around 500 years before that. . . but the history of these lands is older still. Join me as we share the journey. Walk with me through the 4000 year old Bronze Age chambered cairns, follow in the footsteps of the Jacobites as we learn of their rebellion, defeat and executions, immerse yourself in the myths and legends that are part of the Scots' culture and have your breath taken away by the sheer beauty of our rolling landscape. This tour is one of my favourites as we spend a day travelling within striking distance of the Highland capital city of Inverness - plenty of time for getting the craic* - yet it feels like we've travelled through the centuries with the history and stories we cover. We stop at some amazing view points and usually even manage to spot a Highland coo or two!! This tour can accommodate cruise passengers arriving into Inverness. * Gaelic for good conversation, gossip or a laugh
This was our 2nd excursion with Neil and we specifically chose him because of our previous wonderful day. He is gracious and knowledgeable and makes sure everyone has an exceptional experience. To top it off, one person in our group lost a hearing aid during the excursion. The next day he found it in the vehicle and mailed it to us in the United States. Who does that?????? Only an exceptional person.
We (5 adults) came in on a cruise ship and want a more personal tour than the typical packed cattle bus that the cruise ships offer. After several positive reviews, we decided to go with Neil M. We booked an all day tour. Neil was very professional and very informative. He communicated with me prior to the tour so we were prepared and experienced no unwanted surprises. He met us once we were off the ship. His vehicle was new and clean. Neil was very friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable of the Inverness area. We enjoyed driving by Loch Ness as Neil explained the history. We also visited Cawdor Castle and Gardens which we thoroughly enjoyed. The castle is furnished and currently being lived in. The audio tour was very interesting. Different than the other castles we had visited. The gardens were incredible. I would highly recommend a visit here. We also enjoyed Clava Cairns and the Culloden Battlefield. Neil did a great job explaining the history of both. Neil also offered us a wee bit of whiskey tasting towards the end of our tour which we enjoyed. While we were concerned about getting back to our ship an hour before it sailed, he made sure we did. We felt very comfortable, safe, and educated the entire time. I would recommend Neil Munro (Whiskey and Tweed). 5-stars!
Our entire multi-generational family of 7 really enjoyed our full day with Neil. He met us at the designated cruise ship location with a nice vehicle that was well-stocked with comfort items, including water. Neil did a wonderful job of comfortably keeping us on schedule while ensuring we hit all the important sites of the day, including Loch Ness and the fascinating Clava Cairns. Neil has a great knowledge of the area- his long family history on the Isle of Lewis really shined through. He was very kind in accomodating the mobility needs of our family and even made a special stop at a tweed shop that was delightful! We would, without hesitation, recommend Neil to other groups- he is a true professional Thank you, Neil, for an unforgettable day!
We had a delightful and informative time with Neil, exploring Inverness and the surrounding sites, particularly the Culloden battlefield. Neil was a wealth of knowledge. The tour was everything we expected and hoped it would be. We highly recommend Neil.
Neil was a wonderful guide and very casual but professional. Very knowledgeable and had some nice touches , like cold water bottles for all of us. Very obliging to our needs. Very clean Mercedes Van. Great tour.
Neil was an excellent guide! He was very knowledgeable, personable, and a great driver. We thoroughly enjoyed spending the day with him.
All my tours are fully customisable. Just drop me a message if you'd like to change an aspect of this tour, have something different in mind altogether or would like me to inspire you based on your group's interests. • Beauly - we pass through this beautiful market town on our way up to an amazing viewpoint • Loch Ness - we travel the northern bank, giving you plenty of time to spot Nessie as well as taking photos • Urquhart Castle - stretch your legs and wander the ruins of the castle as you learn of it's bloody history • The City of Inverness - we have time in our day to wander around the city and enjoy some lunch • Clava Cairns - 4000yr old chambered burial cairns and standing stones. . . thought to have inspired the split stone in Outlander! • Culloden Battlefield - Walk with me, out onto the battlefield as I tell you how the battle unfolded or enter the new visitor centre where they transport you back to 1746 Collection and drop off points can be arranged to suit.
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Transportation is in a clean, air-conditioned, 8-seater Mercedes-Benz with leather interior, privacy glass and heated seats - this vehicle ensures everyone travels in comfort with unrestricted views.
Invergordon, Scotland, United Kingdom
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