Tours

Inverness Tours. This outfitter runs the occasional boat cruise, but it's mainly known for very good tours around the Highlands in well-equipped vehicles, led by expert guides and heritage enthusiasts. Nevertheless, the price is per minibus, not per person, so while it's quite a bargain for parties of six or seven, it's less appealing for small groups. It may be possible to get single tickets if another group will sell its unused space. 01667/455699; www.invernesstours.com. From £150.

J. A. Johnstone. At the more luxurious end of the scale, this company offers chauffeur-driven tours of the Highlands in air-conditioned Mercedes sedans. Tours are completely tailored to what you want to see, and the guides have an encyclopedic knowledge of the region. The company also runs multiday tours of the Scottish regions, and can help book accommodations along the way. 01463/798372; www.jajcd.com. Prices on request.