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From Inverness: Dunrobin Castle and Easter Ross Day Trip

From Inverness: Dunrobin Castle and Easter Ross Day Trip

Travel from Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands, across the Black Isle to Dunrobin Castle on this guided day trip. First, stop at Dunrobin Castle, a stately home in Sutherland, one of Britain's oldest continuously inhabited houses dating back to the early 1300s. Explore the French château with its fantastic gardens, 189 rooms, museums, ancient wardrobes, and clan artifacts, admiring the architecture from various angles. Get plenty of time to roam the grounds and soak up the history of this historic site. Then, stop for lunch in Dornoch, a Highland town popular with golfers and is home to an impressive cathedral. With a full belly, it's time to journey along the coast, where you'll take a jaunt out to Tarbat Ness Lighthouse. At the tip of the peninsula, be treated to an incredible view. Continuing your coastal adventure, you may just spot a bronze mermaid and a Pictish stone, so keep your eyes peeled and your driver will stop when they can for further exploration. With a small group, get more time off the bus and on the back roads. Arrive back in Inverness in the early evening.

NORTH HIGHLAND TOUR, DUNROBIN CASTLE & MORE FROM INVERGORDON

NORTH HIGHLAND TOUR, DUNROBIN CASTLE & MORE FROM INVERGORDON

Discover some of the most amazing sights, sounds and tastes the highlands has to offer with tours from invergordon cruise port. our local guide will meet you as you disembark from your cruise ship and take you on a scottish highland shore excursion like no other. Go on your own personal highland adventure, taking in the natural beauty of Dornoch and Millionaire’s View points and then Delve into the history of Dunrobin Castle, gardens and grounds, on to loch fleet a sea loch were can see seals if were are lucky and take time for culture and shopping at the famous town of Dornoch. Finally sample one of our well-known exports, the ‘water of life,’ at clynelish distillery, before heading back in good time to re-join your ship.

Shore excursion from Invergordon - Castles, Scenery & Whisky

Shore excursion from Invergordon - Castles, Scenery & Whisky

From Invergordon we will head north over Struie Hill which will afford magnificent views of the hills and glens of the Kyle of Sutherland. Taking in the wonderful Falls of Shin where depending on the time of year the leaping Salmon may make an appearance as they attempt to return to the spawning grounds. Thereafter travel through the townships of Lairg and Rogart as we head to Dunrobin Castle. Time here to absorb the castle and the impressive castle gardens and witness the Falconry display on the shores of the North sea. Thereafter a visit to the Nature reserve at Loch Fleet where the basking seals can be seen taking in the sun when the tide is out. (Seals are not always visible very much dependant on the tide). A trip into the picturesque town of Dornoch with its quaint shopping boutiques and welcoming cafes. Finishing the day of with a wee dram at the choice of Glenmorangie or Balblair Distillery before returning to Invergordon and the ship.

Inverness: Dunrobin Castle and Distillery Tour

Inverness: Dunrobin Castle and Distillery Tour

Discover the beauty of the Scottish Highlands on a guided tour from Inverness. Visit the historic Dunrobin Castle, see the ancient Pictish Standing Stone, and explore the town of Tain. Start your day with a pick-up from Inverness and head to Struie Hill for a scenic viewpoint. Continue to the Edderton Pictish Standing Stone and learn about its history. Next, visit the historic Dunrobin Castle and take a walk around the grounds. If you are lucky, you may be able to see a falconry show. Continue to the ancient defensive castle of Carn Liath and then to Dornoch Cathedral. See the old method of measuring plaid on the Els stone and visit Dornoch Jail for some shopping. Next, visit the Glenmorangie, Balblair, Dalmore, or Ord Distillery. Depending on the day, you may be able to visit one of them. Finally, head back to Inverness and stop in the town of Tain.

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Our most recommended things to do in Dornoch

From Inverness: Dunrobin Castle and Easter Ross Day Trip

From Inverness: Dunrobin Castle and Easter Ross Day Trip

Travel from Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands, across the Black Isle to Dunrobin Castle on this guided day trip. First, stop at Dunrobin Castle, a stately home in Sutherland, one of Britain's oldest continuously inhabited houses dating back to the early 1300s. Explore the French château with its fantastic gardens, 189 rooms, museums, ancient wardrobes, and clan artifacts, admiring the architecture from various angles. Get plenty of time to roam the grounds and soak up the history of this historic site. Then, stop for lunch in Dornoch, a Highland town popular with golfers and is home to an impressive cathedral. With a full belly, it's time to journey along the coast, where you'll take a jaunt out to Tarbat Ness Lighthouse. At the tip of the peninsula, be treated to an incredible view. Continuing your coastal adventure, you may just spot a bronze mermaid and a Pictish stone, so keep your eyes peeled and your driver will stop when they can for further exploration. With a small group, get more time off the bus and on the back roads. Arrive back in Inverness in the early evening.

NORTH HIGHLAND TOUR, DUNROBIN CASTLE & MORE FROM INVERGORDON

NORTH HIGHLAND TOUR, DUNROBIN CASTLE & MORE FROM INVERGORDON

Discover some of the most amazing sights, sounds and tastes the highlands has to offer with tours from invergordon cruise port. our local guide will meet you as you disembark from your cruise ship and take you on a scottish highland shore excursion like no other. Go on your own personal highland adventure, taking in the natural beauty of Dornoch and Millionaire’s View points and then Delve into the history of Dunrobin Castle, gardens and grounds, on to loch fleet a sea loch were can see seals if were are lucky and take time for culture and shopping at the famous town of Dornoch. Finally sample one of our well-known exports, the ‘water of life,’ at clynelish distillery, before heading back in good time to re-join your ship.

Shore excursion from Invergordon - Castles, Scenery & Whisky

Shore excursion from Invergordon - Castles, Scenery & Whisky

From Invergordon we will head north over Struie Hill which will afford magnificent views of the hills and glens of the Kyle of Sutherland. Taking in the wonderful Falls of Shin where depending on the time of year the leaping Salmon may make an appearance as they attempt to return to the spawning grounds. Thereafter travel through the townships of Lairg and Rogart as we head to Dunrobin Castle. Time here to absorb the castle and the impressive castle gardens and witness the Falconry display on the shores of the North sea. Thereafter a visit to the Nature reserve at Loch Fleet where the basking seals can be seen taking in the sun when the tide is out. (Seals are not always visible very much dependant on the tide). A trip into the picturesque town of Dornoch with its quaint shopping boutiques and welcoming cafes. Finishing the day of with a wee dram at the choice of Glenmorangie or Balblair Distillery before returning to Invergordon and the ship.

Inverness: Dunrobin Castle and Distillery Tour

Inverness: Dunrobin Castle and Distillery Tour

Discover the beauty of the Scottish Highlands on a guided tour from Inverness. Visit the historic Dunrobin Castle, see the ancient Pictish Standing Stone, and explore the town of Tain. Start your day with a pick-up from Inverness and head to Struie Hill for a scenic viewpoint. Continue to the Edderton Pictish Standing Stone and learn about its history. Next, visit the historic Dunrobin Castle and take a walk around the grounds. If you are lucky, you may be able to see a falconry show. Continue to the ancient defensive castle of Carn Liath and then to Dornoch Cathedral. See the old method of measuring plaid on the Els stone and visit Dornoch Jail for some shopping. Next, visit the Glenmorangie, Balblair, Dalmore, or Ord Distillery. Depending on the day, you may be able to visit one of them. Finally, head back to Inverness and stop in the town of Tain.

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