Glen Ord Distillery
Invergordon Shore Excursion: Inverness, Cawdor Castle & Whisky
Enjoy a one day Invergordon shore excursion tour of the Highlands with us! You will explore Cawdor Castle and its beautiful gardens, have lunch and wander around Inverness; Capital of the Highlands before a short trip to Loch Ness and the Highland town of Beauly. Finishing off the Invergordon shore excursion tour with a visit to Glen Ord Distillery for a whisky tour and tasting before returning to port.
loch Ness, Clava Cairns, Culloden, COO,S, DRAMS & Outlander sites
Rated 5 Stars, based on 33 Reviews.
HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS
Whether you are looking for DAY tours from Inverness or simply trying to take in as many of the beautiful sights as possible on your Highland adventure, our .loch Ness, Clava Cairns culloden battlefield, coo,s and drams and outlander sites from from INVERNESS .its is sure to captivate like no other. Our friendly guide will pick you up from your place of stay ie. hotels guesthouses and apartments to take you around some of the most famous, historic and culturally significant sites anywhere in Scotland.
From Inverness we will travel to Loch Ness, (as well as a certain legendary monster!) The tour then turns towards the historic Beauly Priory , robertson farm and the glen ord distillery Then on to the historic and dramatic Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns, Round off your tour in Inverness with St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Ness Islands, . What are you waiting for .
Loch Ness,Culloden Battlefield,Cawdor Castle & Much More From Inverness City
Rated 5 Stars, based on 135 Reviews.
HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS
Whether you are looking for 1 day tours from Inverness or simply trying to take in as many of the beautiful sights as possible , our Loch Ness tour from Inverness is sure to captivate like no other. Our friendly local guide will pick you up from your place of stay and take you on a tour to remember around some of the most famous, historic and culturally significant
From Inverness we will travel to Loch Ness, home of the romantic and brooding Urquhart Castle (as well as a certain legendary monster!) The tour then turns towards the historic Beauly Priory, before arriving at the Glen Ord Distillery, one of the last remaining single malt scotch whisky distilleries on the Black Isle. Take in the historic and dramatic Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns, before heading for nearby Cawdor Castle. Round off your tour in Inverness with St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Ness Islands, before being dropped off at your place of stay.
Full-Day CULLODEN, LOCH NESS + MORE from Inverness [Private]
Rated 5 Stars, based on 40 Reviews.
Your guide worked at Culloden Battlefield for many years where he taught Highland History and demonstrated how weapons were used at that time. He has a wealth of knowledge in the local area as well as the battle itself. You will be accompanied onto the field of Culloden with an expert on the 18th Century Highlands and Clan Life.
Our tour covers a wide range of famous attractions. From visiting a world-renowned castle on the shores of Loch Ness to sampling Whisky with a dram or two in the Black Isle’s last remaining distillery. Experience local life at a Farm with Highland Hairy Coos and other lovable animals. Taste local food and wander around quaint charming villages.
Please know that the Itinerary can change at any time due to unforeseen situations like Castle private events, Operating hours of Exhibition Centres, Distilleries, etc. Rest assured that we can take you to other equally amazing alternative Attraction.
Loch Ness & Culloden Battlefield Private Tour from Inverness
Rated 5 Stars, based on 929 Reviews.
Enjoy an 8-hour trip to get a flavor of the lush hills and glens in and around the world famous and mysterious Loch Ness. Experience tastes of this unique culture, history and landscape. The private tour will be in a comfortable, air-conditioned Land Rover or minibus that seats up to 8 people. Relax with your Professional, Scottish, kilted tour guide as they take you on a journey to Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle , Beauly , Glen Ord Distillery, Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns.
This tour is NOT available to people who are on a cruise ship in the Port of Invergordon. This is because the meeting point for this tour is 25 miles from the ship and we can’t guarantee at the end of the tour you would be back on time for your ship to sail.
Scottish Whisky & Ancient Urquhart Castle & Loch Ness from port
Rated 4 Stars, based on 37 Reviews.
The tour goes to Urquhart castle AND Glen Ord distillery – home of the Singleton malt whisky. Our tours are specially put together after taking feedback from YOU. We have surveyed your desires and requests and put them together in our tours. Our guides will impart their knowledge of their local Highlands and answer any of your questions.
As a general rule tours leave 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the arrival of the ship and return at least 45 minutes to 1 hour before ship departure time. Please check our website which has the exact tour departure and return times for every tour.
Tours offered based on Outlander and Castle themes as well as historic value. This tour includes a visit to a whisky distillery. Usual Glen Ord but on occasions it might be swapped to Balblair. It packs in a lot for one day and is very affordable and good value for money.
Please note in order to enter the distillery tour you must be 18 or over. Any children may wait in the shop area.
Legendary Glenmorangie Whisky tasting and more
Rated 4 Stars, based on 12 Reviews.
Go off the beaten track and explore some little-known, but fascinating, places within easy reach of Inverness and Invergordon. In a small group of no more than eight, visit Loch Fleet Nature Reserve, and Dornoch and its impressive cathedral. Complete your experience with a stop at Glenmorangie Distillery for an optional dram of whisky.
Explore places missed by most visitors to Scotland Get insight into the culture and history of the region from your guide, Johnny. This is a very small-group tour for a more personal experience No-fuss round-trip transport (No more than 8 People)
GHD Clan Tour of Northern Whisky Distilleries
Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 30 Reviews.
You will not find this particular tour available anywhere else… to visit 4 distilleries in one day will really make the most of your time here in the heart of the highlands.
PLEASE NOTE:- Only Glen Ord and Clynelish Distilleries are open during winter weekends
Deluxe 5 star Private Speyside Whisky Tour
Rated 5 Stars, based on 21 Reviews.
This is a relaxing day out in a modern luxury van type vehicle with collection from Inverness/Aviemore areas including Airports and Rail Stations thereafter take a chilled drive down to the Speyside area and drive around the distilleries of your choice taking tastings of Whisky at your own pace. Lunch at your own discretion but can be factored in at choice of nice venues . Full Distillery tours may also be factored in subject to availability. The list of tours indicated in the itinerary list are only an indication of possible distillery stops please contact me via message tab to express which distilleries you would like to visit, a typical example can include 1 x distillery tours and three distillery tastings, Cruise Ship passengers need to be aware that this is very distant from Invergordon Cruise Ship terminal and as such should consider instead taking my Northern Delights Whiskey Tour which is much more local to the terminal
Private Highland Whisky Tour including 10+ Single Malt Tastings
Rated 5 Stars, based on 19 Reviews.
Tour with a knowledgeable and passionate born and bred Scottish Highlander who will entertain you with stories and anecdotes about growing up and living in in the Scottish Highlands.
Private whisky tastings from at beautiful locations throughout the day.
Chocolate paired whisky tastings showcasing new and old whiskies and how they can be enjoyed with different chocolates.
A comfortable luxury BMW X5 vehicle to see the Highlands in style and go places other tour vehicles can only dream of going.
Enjoy an elevated vantage point so that you can see more of the beautiful Scottish Highland scenery throughout your tour.
Chilled bottled water plus Scottish snacks and soft drinks included.
Private Highland whisky tour – Build your own tour!
Rated 3 Stars, based on 10 Reviews.
WHISKYWHEELS PRIVATE HIGHLAND WHISKY TOUR
+ We pick you up
+ We help you create your own tour to the Highlands
This private Whiskywheels tour is fantastic for those wishing to sample what the Highland whisky distilleries have to offer. Fully customizable tour.
+ We can usually manage around 4-6 stops depending on availability (more are possible if you want to break records)
We book and arrange the tour for you. Let us know what you want to do. The distilleries ask for a small fee for entry.
Choose a mix of whisky tastings and distillery tours.
Fantastic and entertaining tales from each distillery from local experts who know their whisky.
Message us to pick your own itinerary or let us create it for you with your requirements.
Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle with a reliable driver who can point out sights on the way and provide assistance all day.
We will have 45 to 60 minutes for lunch at a Scottish style pub or Inn depending on your requirements.
Personalised Whisky Tours
Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 24 Reviews.
Discover the history behind the water of life in a light hearted excursion from your cruise / accommodation.
SPEYSIDE or HIGHLAND Distilleries
Sharing my knowledge and tasting a range of malts on this fun and friendly private tour for up to 5 people (8 on request)
Visiting a range of distilleries on the Speyside whisky trail. One distillery tour with tastings at the others – experiencing the differences complexities of the water of life. Options- Aberlour, Benromach, Glen Moray, Glen Grant, Glenfarclas, seeking out smaller distinct distilleries within Speyside. Other distilleries can be discussed as alternative options!
Enjoying some of the finest single malts the area has to offer. Throughout the day will explore this area and share my personal experiences .
Alternatively visiting Highland Distilleries or combination of both
Lunch stop at local bar and option to visit Speyside cooperage
Whisky experiences throughout Scotland are available and can be customised
Loch Ness Shore Tour from Invergordon- Castle Admissions Included
Rated 5 Stars, based on 17 Reviews.
This is a Private Tour in fantastic comfort by Luxury MPV from Invergordon heading South taking in a number of iconic attractions. This tour is laid back and at a speed to suit my customers. Whilst there will be an itinerary it is your day and this can be changed in real time as we go to change what we see or do. Tickets for Cawdor Castle are included although these can be traded for tickets to Urquhart Castle
Inverness Outlander Tour
Rated 5 Stars, based on 7 Reviews.
Our outlander tour is unique we follow the story and show you the true historic places linked with season 1
We dont visit the muselium or castle leoch due to not always been able to gain entry to muselium and you cant go in to castle leoch as its a private home and tours must be pre arranged
North Highland Deluxe Whisky Tour with Castle Admission
Rated 5 Stars, based on 8 Reviews.
This activity comprises a relaxing day out around some magnificent and beautiful scenery to the North of Inverness whilst visiting some iconic Whisky distilleries for tastings of the fine amber nectar with the added bonus visit to Dunrobin Castle and Falconry where your admission is covered. The tour is conducted in a modern luxury van type MPV which gives good levels of comfort and room with complimentary water and WiFi. Driver is a trained advanced driver and has an excellent knowledge of the locations you will visit. Full Distillery tours (subject to availability)and lunch can be accommodated as required, basically it is your day out and the driver and vehicle are yours for the day. Tastings and production area tours vary greatly in type and cost and a such are not included however all assistance will be given in identifying a suitable Whisky Experience to suit you with all help given in respect of any required whisky experience bookings.
Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns and Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle
Rated 5 Stars, based on 4 Reviews.
A fun and friendly day tour awaits!
Experience the scenery of the Great Glen and the mystery of Loch Ness, as we travel along the banks of Loch Ness. We will visit historic Urquhart Castle, experience its turbulent past & history before travelling to the beautiful village of Beauly and The French valliscaulian Priory founded 1230.
A whisky tasting at Glen Ord Distillery with option of sampling 3 single malts.
Lunch will take be at a local restaurant with variety of options (I can recommend best dishes). We will visit Fortrose Cathedral & will look for dolphins at Chanonry Point.
Last but no means least, we will be experiencing the historic, powerfully and emotive battlefield at Culloden and Clava Cairns.
The scenery speaks for itself – dramatic landscapes, historic castles , distilleries and wildlife. I look forward to sharing with you Loch Ness and Culloden on a day tour or as part of a GrandTour.
Invergordon Outlander
Rated 4 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
This is your day if you choose to spend more time at a location or would like to add something else in let us know we have chosen locations we believe offer the best parts that influenced inspired the creation of Outlander and that are open all year round some other tours locations may not always be available such as castle leoch (leod) .
This tour does not include admissions to urquhart Castle or Fort george
Loch Ness Tour
Our driver guide will collect you from Your hotel at 8.30am so you can explore Loch Ness the hidden gem of the highlands with a historical monster . You will have a driver guide who is local to the area with plenty of facts about the Loch and the History of the area . You will see many of the popular historic parts of inverness some dating back as far as 4000 years with scenic views along the whole tour it’s a day for everyone
Tastes of the Highlands Tour from Invergordon or Inverness
Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.
Calling all foodies!! Come explore the best of the food and drink options available in the Black Isle and Inverness Areas! Travel in style in our luxury Mercedes Viano with onboard fridge, air conditioning and leather seats. This fully private tour will be tailored to your needs and will journey to some of the best food and drink establishments in the Highlands, explore the Black Isle brewery, the Victorian market, the great Glen Gin Distillery , Robertson’s the Larder and The Glen Ord whisky distillery. If you have any allergies or intolerances please let me know so I can tailor this tour perfectly for you. Your expert guide Emma will provide you with commentary, interesting food and drink stories along the way aswell as a couple of little surprises to ensure you get the absolute most out of your taste of the highlands experience!
Balmoral Castle Tour From Inverness
Rated 3.5 Stars, based on 3 Reviews.
Balmoral Castle & Royal Lochnagar Distillery From Inverness
Before stopping at the castle we will stop at the crathie kirk church for 30 mins before going on to Balmoral Estate.
In 2025 the grounds, gardens, exhibitions, gift shop and cafe will be open to the Public on a daily basis from 1st April until 31st July. Opening times are from 10.00 a.m. until 5.00 p.m. however please note that the last recommended admission is at 4.30 p.m.
We recommend that you set aside at least one and a half hours for your visit to Balmoral. This will give you time to visit the grounds, gardens, exhibitions, gift shop and the Pipers Hall Cafe.
You will have access to the formal and vegetable gardens, the exhibitions in the stable area and largest room in the Castle, the Ballroom.
Their is also a audio handset tour, which is available in English together with Dutch, French, German, Italian and Spanish translations. The audio tour is only available for admissions before 4.30 p.m.
Highland Whisky Tour
Rated 5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
this is a private tour
you will have time to explore up to 3 distilleries and taste the highlands
Your first visit will include a complimentary tour and tasting ( usually tomatin )
Next we should visit Singleton Glen Ord followed by Glenmorangie or Balblair ( as both a close by we can visit one or the other ) showing you the different tastes between the whisky’s produced here in the Highlands of Scotland
Highland Whisky Tour with a visit to Inverness & Cawdor Castle from Invergordon
Invergordon is just a cozy small town in the Highlands but has all facilities to welcome the Cruise ship passengers in at the port for going on to see a large number of attractions in the Highlands area. Enjoy personal private service without being rushed as when you are a part of a large group. You’ll visit Inverness town and Cawdor Castle and of course one of Highland Whisky Distillery.
Highland Whisky Distilleries Shore Trip from Invergordon Cruise Port
Rated 5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
This activity comprises a relaxing day out around some magnificent and beautiful scenery to the North of Inverness whilst visiting some iconic Whisky distilleries for tastings of the fine amber nectar. Tour is for up to 7 persons and is conducted in a recent luxury van type MPV which gives good levels of comfort and room with complimentary snacks, water and WiFi. Driver is a trained advanced driver and has an excellent knowledge of the locations you will visit. Full Distillery tours (subject to availability)and lunch can be accommodated as required, basically it is your day out and the driver and vehicle are yours for the day.
Invergordon Shore Excursion
Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.
During your tour you will see some beautiful Scottish scenery. Our first stop of the day is Clava Cairns followed by Culloden Battlefield. You may wish to walk the battlefield for free or choose to pay entry into the visitor centre. We will visit Urquhart Castle which is located on the shore of Loch Ness. Our final stop of the day is Beauly Priory with is one of three priories founded in Scotland in about 1230 for monks of the Valliscaulian order. We will stop along the way for lunch, the location can be agreed on the day.
You will be picked up and dropped off at Invergordon cruise port. As this is a private tour you will have flexibility to amend the tour within reason, please note this is required to be done in advance of your tour date. Time permitting we may also manage to fit in a tasting at The Singleton or Glen Ord Distillery on request.
As this tour is a Private Shore Excursion the start time will be amended in accordance with the arrival time of your ship.
Craigs Deluxe Whisky Tour Shore Trip from Port of Invergordon
Rated 5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
This activity comprises a relaxing day out around some magnificent and beautiful scenery to the North of Inverness whilst visiting some iconic Whisky distilleries for tastings of the fine amber nectar. Tour is for up to 4 persons and is conducted in a recent luxury van type MPV which gives superb levels of comfort and room with complimentary water and WiFi. Driver is a trained advanced driver and has an excellent knowledge of the locations you will visit. Full Distillery tours (subject to availability)and lunch can be accommodated as required, basically it is your day out and the driver and vehicle are yours for the day so although several distilleries are listed, it will be entirely up to you how many we will get around depending on time Occasionally some Distilleries are closed for private functions and other events however customers will be updated and offered an alternative visit or activity. This tour is not offered for Sundays as many distilleries close on a Sunday
Whisky Tours
Scotland has many whisky distilleries that are world renowned, set in some of the most dramatic scenery in Scotland. Local distilleries close to our vicinity in the Highlands of Scotland include Dalmore, Glenmorangie, Tomatin, Singleton (previously Glen Ord), Balblair, Teaninich and Clynelish. Day tours can be arranged by you and your group to any distillery of your choice. If you wish to visit more than one location, no problem. Feel free to ask.
Should you wish to organise your own custom Whisky tour or adjust timings or duration, then prices and pickup points can be discussed with Aleman Ali. Any entry fees for distilleries and additional costs for venues, places of interest or historic sites are NOT included in the price of our tours. Meals are also NOT included in the price.
Speyside & Badenoch
Speyside & Badenoch
The river Spey itself is well known internationally not just for its peaty water, treasured by the distillers, but also for its excellent salmon fishing.
Bespoke build your own Highland Tour in 16 seat minibus
Rated 5 Stars, based on 5 Reviews.
Come join me for an adventure where you are personally guided around the highlands by a born and bred highland lass and fully qualified experienced Scottish Tourist Guide Association Green Badge Guide
This tour is built to your requirements. Please get in contact to enquire were we cover.
Avoid the hustle and bustle of a larger coach group and tour round the highlands in your own 16 seat minibus. This tour can be customized to your requirements.
We try to get the most out of your day out so departure times will vary depending on your requirements. We will email you to confirm this.
While some of the tours are not wheelchair friendly Avril tries her best to accommodate.
WHEELCHAIR & STROLLERS
We DO REQUIRE NOTICE, as we are restricted on luggage space we need to know in advance if you are taking walking aids/pushchairs with you on any of our tours.