Invergordon Shore Excursion: Inverness, Cawdor Castle & Whisky

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4.5

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Recommended by 88% travellers

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Recommended by 88% travellers

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Highland

Duration

8 hours

Group size

Max 10 guests

Language

English

Location

Highland

Duration

8 hours

Group size

Max 10 guests

Language

English

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US$83.56 per guest

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Earliest Date Available: April 8, 2027This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Experience the best of the Highlands on this Invergordon shore excursion. Visit Cawdor Castle and enjoy scenic views of Loch Ness at Dores Beach. Spend time in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, before heading to Glen Ord Distillery for a whisky tasting of Singleton’s 12-year-old single malt. This tour blends history, landscape and local flavour – ideal for visitors looking to discover the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Minimum age is 4 years old.
At the time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.

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1 hour 15 minutes · Admission Ticket Not Included

Cawdor Castle

Departing Invergordon, we travel to our first stop of the day, Cawdor Castle. Set amid beautiful gardens in Nairnshire, Cawdor Castle is the ancestral home of the Campbells and dates back to the 15th Century. Spend time here exploring the castle and its picturesque surroundings.

Departing Invergordon, we travel to our first stop of the day, Cawdor Castle. Set amid beautiful gar…

15 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Dores Beach

From the Clava Cairns, our Invergordon shore excursion continues on to Dores Beach on the shores of Loch Ness for a quick photo and refreshment break, allowing you the opportunity for a quick bit of Nessie Hunting!

From the Clava Cairns, our Invergordon shore excursion continues on to Dores Beach on the shores of…

1 hour 15 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Inverness

Our adventure then heads to Inverness; Capital of the Highlands. We spend over an hour here, plenty of time to enjoy lunch and walk along the banks of the River Ness and perhaps get some good views of Inverness Castle.

Our adventure then heads to Inverness; Capital of the Highlands. We spend over an hour here, plenty…

1 hour · Admission Ticket Not Included

The Singleton Distillery

Glen Ord is the only remaining single malt whisky distillery situated in the Black Isle and is the home of Singleton Whisky. Enjoy a tour of the distillery, finishing off your Invergordon Shore Excursion with a tasting of the Singleton of Glen Ord 12 year old whisky.

Glen Ord is the only remaining single malt whisky distillery situated in the Black Isle and is the h…

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Susan_NAugust 2026 • Viator

Great days tour with Fiona

Fiona was amazing as a guide. She was friendly, knowledgeable and made it a really fun day for all of us. We saw everything we wanted to see and she couldn't be more helpful. Can thoroughly recommend.

Susan_YAugust 2026 • Viator

Good Tour and Great Value

Tour had a bit of everything that we were looking for - great scenery driving through the Scottish Highlands, stops at a castle and Loch Ness. Fiona was very knowledgeable and super funny and she even stopped for us to look at some Highland cows because she knew that our kids loved them. So thoughtful and added just that little bit of attention. It was also half the cost of our cruise offered excursion and about twice as long. Pick up from the cruise terminal (just go outside and look for the gr...read more

Response from ViatorAugust 15, 2026

Hi there! Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy to hear that you had a great time on your Inverness Shore Excursion with Fiona! She really knows how to make a tour unforgettable with her amazing knowledge and fun sense of humour! We are so happy that you had such a good time seeing the highland cows, they are definitely a must see! We hope that we will see you again in the future! Best wishes, Elizabeth

Michele_AAugust 2026 • Viator

Splendid tour

The scenery was beautiful and van very comfortable. Marita qas an amazing tour guide. Highly recommended

Susan_OAugust 2026 • Viator

What a great tour! The...

What a great tour! The itinerary was great, but what made the tour incredibly wonderful was the tour guide Marita. Marita is personable, knowledgeable, organized, and fun. Highly recommend this tour!

Ohannes_YAugust 2026 • Viator

Invergordon trip

Marita was an excellent guide. Everything was on time and our experience at the castle and distillery was perfect.