Top things to do in Invergordon, The Scottish Highlands

Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (330 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 200.41

 

This bus tour from Invergordon features highlights from Outlander, Culloden, Castles, Loch Ness & Nessie! It packs in a lot for one day's tour and is very affordable and good value for money. Entrance to castle is INCLUDED. 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. We provide a quality experience and a guide or driver guide on our minibuses or buses. Our guides are always excellent. Please check the tour times on our website, as the times listed here are approximate. As a general rule tours leave 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the arrival of the ship and return at least 1 hour before ship departure time. This tour is usually in a bus unless it’s a small ship then it may be in an 8 seater minivan. If you wish a private experience contact us directly.

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INVERGORDON PORT Tour of Culloden, Cairns & Cawdor Castle in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (189 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 174.85

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Come join us for an adventure where you are personally guided around the highlands by fun, friendly experienced highland lassie's. (Avril or Lorraine) IMPORTANT PLEASE READ This tour is for CRUISE SHIPS ONLY. This is NOT A PRIVATE TOUR WHEELCHAIRS - WALKERS - STROLLERS We are UNABLE to take these items due to space on our minibuses Join us as we venture South to Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle. (Urquhart if Cawdor shut) Loch Ness and some Highland Cows, perfect for that Outlander Fan. Avoid the hustle and bustle of a larger coach group and tour round the highlands in my 16 seat minibus. We try to get the most out of your day out so departure times will vary depending on your ships arrival. We will be standing across the road from port security gates at 8.30 for a sharp departure and return around 3.30pm. We will have brightly coloured umbrellas so can not be missed.

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Inverness Castle, Clava, Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness  in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (171 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 182.92

 

Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands on this small-group tour from Inverness or Invergordon. Following pickup from Inverness or Invergordon simply hop aboard an air-conditioned Minibus and head into nature. Visit the 4000 year old Outlander Stones that are Clava Cairns and the Culloden Battlefield and then head to the |Highland capitol of Inverness, to explore the Castle Museum. Then look out for Nessie as we head west along the famous shoreline of Loch Ness. Learn all about Highland Clan families and culture. This small-group tour is capped at seven people for a personal outing. See many of the Highlands’ key attractions. Round-trip transit makes getting around seamless. See castles, battlefields, archaeological sites, and even Loch Ness

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Secret Loch Ness, Inverness Castle visit, Culloden, Clava Cairns in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (143 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 221.93

 

PLEASE NOTE: IF BOOKING THIS TOUR FOR 2026 Note you go to the newly refurbished Inverness castle. ENTRY INC Check out special offers at Thistle Excursions too - save, save, save! This tour is DIFFERENT as it takes you to the very edge of Loch Ness where you can touch it or walk in, unlike nearly every other tour company who visit Loch Ness on the steep side, only stopping in a lay-by for photos. This bus tour from Invergordon features highlights from Outlander, Culloden, Castles, Loch Ness & Nessie! It packs in a lot for one day's tour and is very affordable and good value for money. Our website contains full details of all tours and booking. Please check the tour times on our website, as the times listed here are approximate. As a general rule tours leave 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the arrival of the ship and return at least 1 hour before ship departure time. Please check our website for more details. We try to take this tour in a 4, 8 or 16 or 33 seater vehicle. Thank you

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Classic Highland Shore Tour from Invergordon in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (131 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 190.99

 

Our shore tours from the Port of Invergordon enable you to explore the very best of the local area. We are a local Highland company, with highly experienced tour guides and well-appointed mini-coaches. We don’t just offer tours, we offer an opportunity to fall in love with the place we call home. Join one of our tours to find out why we love the Highlands so much! As the only Visit Scotland 5 star accredited tour operator in Invergordon, a quality experience is guaranteed.

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Urquhart Castle, Culloden, Clava Cairns, Loch Ness  in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (103 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 213.86

 

PLEASE NOTE: In the 2026 cruise ship season this tour will no longer visit the Nessie Centre. Instead it will go to Outlander’s Clava Cairns, used for the idea of Creag na Dun. This tour visits Loch Ness and the visitor centre to learn all about Nessie and it goes to tour Urquhart castle. You’ll see Inverness too and highland cows. Our tour is based on a quality experience from feedback from our customers in 2019. We are a new company who aim to please and our guides will offer you local knowledge and answer all your questions. Our tour will depart 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the ship’s arrival. This tour can be in anything from 8 seaters to 49 seaters depending on numbers.

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Culloden, Loch Ness + More in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (59 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 475.94

 

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.

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Cawdor Castle, Standing Stones, Culloden and Loch Ness in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (58 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 182.92

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

This Tour can start from either Invergordon Cruise Port or Inverness – It takes in breath-taking scenery, historical landmarks, castles and gardens and your own free time to explore the Highland Capital, Inverness. The tour will give you a real Scottish Highland experience. Remember to take your camera. Go Highlands only caters for small groups of up to 7 on our tours, which means you always get a very personal experience.

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Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Dunrobin Castle, Dornoch and more in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (58 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 182.92

 

Let us bring the stunningly beautiful Easter Ross and Sutherland regions to life for you, with its breath-taking scenery and wonderful places so steeped in history and culture? Discover some of the awe inspiring “hidden gems” included in this the fascinating itinerary, created to deliver a unique experience for those visiting this wonderful part of the world. This is a very samll group tour and only leaves from Invergordon Cruise port

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Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (56 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 182.92

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

This tour will take you through time just as Diana did with her Outlander storyline. We will discover together the inspiration she took from these special places right here in the Highlands. Breath-taking scenery, historical landmarks, famous lochs, castles, gardens and distilleries. This tour will give you a true Scottish Highland experience. Remember to take your camera… Not sure what a Sassannach is, come and find out :) Go Highlands only caters for small groups of up to 7 on our tours, which means you always get the absolute best experience.

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Secret Loch Ness with Cawdor Castle and Clava Cairns in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (51 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 208.48

 

This carefully curated one-day Highland tour takes you beyond the obvious and into the soul of the Highlands. Departing from Inverness, you’ll experience the quieter north side of Loch Ness — a more remote and atmospheric stretch of the loch, rich in history, legend, and raw Highland beauty. The journey continues to the enchanting Cawdor Castle, tucked away in woodland and famed for its ancient past and romantic gardens. Step into powerful Scottish history at Culloden Battlefield, then visit the mysterious Clava Cairns, made famous by Outlander and steeped in ancient myth. Along the way, enjoy classic Highland scenery — rolling moorland, forest glens, and the chance to meet iconic Highland cows up close. A unique blend of legend, history, scenery, and Highland character — all in one unforgettable day. As a general rule tours leave 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the arrival of the ship and return at least 1 hour before ship departure time.

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Highlander Tour of OUTLANDER sights and Loch Ness in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (50 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 183.46

 

We guide you through time pointing out all the references to the Outlander Series in the Highlands. Visit the burial chambers and Standing Stones of Clava cairns and Culloden Battlefield plus other areas where Claire and Jamie travel. Visit Loch Ness leading to Urquhart Castle after a tasting of the award winning Gin made with the water from Loch Ness.

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Scottish Whisky Distillery & Fairytale Dunrobin Castle in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (50 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 227.31

 

Millionaire’s View Begin your day at Struie Hill - offers sweeping panoramas across the Dornoch Firth – the perfect Highland photo stop. Raise a Glass at Balblair Tour Balblair Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest, dating back to 1790. See the craft of whisky-making, explore the historic stills, and savour a dram of smooth Highland malt. Charming Dornoch Stroll the cobbled streets of Dornoch, a town full of charm, artisan shops, and local warmth. Historic Dornoch Cathedral Step into the 13th-century Cathedral, with its soaring stone arches and stained glass. Highland Hospitality Pause at the Dornoch Castle Restaurant or local cafes or try Chocolate Mountain cafe Fairy-Tale Dunrobin Castle Discover Dunrobin Castle - Wander opulent rooms, admire Versailles-inspired gardens and falconry display. Wild Loch Fleet End your tour at Loch Fleet Nature Reserve, home to seals and rare birds.

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Highland Tour of Northern Whisky Distilleries  in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (45 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 208.48

 

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

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Invergordon Cruise Excursion - Castle ,Whisky and History Tour in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (37 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 208.48

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

The Highlight of the Tour is the visit to Dunrobin Castle and Gardens which includes a falconry display twice a day in the gardens. The Tour also explores classic Highland Scenery, a one hour visit to the historic town of Dornoch, great Food & Drink and we complete the Tour with a visit to a Whisky Distillery

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Invergordon Shore Excursion Highland Bucket List Tour  in Invergordon

Invergordon , The Scottish Highlands

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (32 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 173.51

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Let us collect you directly from your cruise ship from the Cromarty port Invergordon Our first stop Clava Cairns is where you will find the standing stones made famous by Diana Gabaldon the author of Outlander. But what else happens at this famous site. Find out with your guide the stories and mysteries of this 4000 year old site. We now move on to where in April 1746 on a cold wet moor by the name of Culloden, a battle took place which would change the life of the Highlanders forever. Visit where the gallant Jacobite's took on the might of King George II army. A trip to the Highlands is never complete without visiting the most famous Loch in the world, Loch Ness. Take your camera just in case Nessie makes an unexpected appearance. Next lets try some nessie water and taste some Gin and grab a free dram at the award winning Great Glen Distillery. Our final stop we stop and Explore the romantic Urquhart castle nestled on the shores of Loch Ness with its 1000 year history

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