Enchanted Witches Tour 8 Hours at Inverness or Invergordon
Step into the shadows of Scotland’s mysterious past on this Enchanted Witches Tour — the first of its kind in the Highlands, exploring the real stories of those accused of witchcraft, the landscapes that shaped their fate, & the legacy they left behind.
This unforgettable full-day tour is steeped in history, folklore, & spiritual tradition. Journey from Inverness through the Black Isle & Easter Ross to Dornoch, visit atmospheric sites like the Clootie Well, Chanonry Point, & the Witches’ Stone, where Janet Horne, the last person in Britain executed for witchcraft met her tragic end.
Walk beneath trees hung with offerings, hear the tale of the Brahan Seer, & stand before Dornoch Cathedral, where centuries-old power & persecution once converged. Optional stops at the Historylinks Museum and Rebel Row connect past & present, showing how Scotland is beginning to honour those once forgotten.
This tour honours real lives, real women, & the fears & beliefs that shaped their world.
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Group of 3 people
Group of 3 people
Pickup included
What's included in Enchanted Witches Tour 8 Hours at Inverness or Invergordon
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Clootie Well
Nestled in a quiet woodland glade, the Clootie Well is a centuries-old healing spring where visitors tie strips of cloth — known as cloots — to the surrounding trees while making a prayer or wish. This sacred site blends ancient highland pagan practices with later Christian traditions, believed to bring healing and spiritual cleansing. Each cloot represents a plea for wellness, left to slowly decay in the elements — a symbol of the ailment fading as the cloth breaks down. If bringing your own offering, please ensure it is biodegradable, as folklore holds that the ritual only works if the cloot naturally returns to the earth. This is a deeply atmospheric and spiritual stop, where nature, belief, and tradition intertwine.
Chanonry Point
Learn the eerie tale of Kenneth Mackenzie, the legendary Brahan Seer. This coastal viewpoint is famed for two things: regular dolphin sightings and one of Scotland’s most famous prophets — Kenneth Mackenzie, known as the Brahan Seer. Legends say he had the Second Sight and he foreseen many dark events and royal secrets, his fate mirrors that of many Highland mystics labelled as witches, some of which are claimed to have come true. For his predictions, he was accused of witchcraft and executed by burning at this very spot.
Panacea...lotions,potions and more
A quick stop off to browse this magical emporium of herbal remedies, crystals, candles, smudging tools, natural skincare, and spiritual jewellery. A haven for those interested in traditional and spiritual healing practices.
Inclusions
- A taste of Scotland’s finest soda - Irn Bru
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- We have a range of child seats available from Birth up to age 12. Rear facing options also available.
- Scottish inspired treats for example shortbread or tablet
- Entry fee for Historylinks Museum
- Lunch is optional and not included in the cost of the tour.
- Gratuities are optional
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We offer pickup from any accommodation in Inverness and nearby, plus the Invergordon cruise ship port. For Cruise Passengers: You’ll need to take the shuttle bus from the port to Quay West (next to King Street), where I’ll meet you. It’s a short 200-yard walk to the vehicle. At tour’s end, I’ll drop you back at Quay West for the shuttle to your ship. Tours are scheduled to return at least one hour before your ship’s departure to ensure a timely return.
Meeting / End Points
- I can meet guests at Ardross Street next to the cathedral in Inverness if you don’t want me to pick you up from your accommodation / if you don’t have accommodation. The drop off point can be different to the collection point if required. Please send me a message to confirm the details beforehand.
