Our signature tour takes in some of the most beautiful sights the area has to offer from Millionaire's View to the Falls of Shin. The highlight of the day is a visit to the magical and magnificent Dunrobin Castle. Guests will arrive in good time for the falconry display (not to be missed) and will have plenty time to peruse the Castle, Grounds and Museum. The afternoon then takes you to The Royal Burgh of Dornoch before winding down with a visit to Glenmorangie Distillery.

tour highlights​

Alness

For most of the 1990s and early 2000s Alness regularly entered and won flower competitions such as Scotland in Bloom, Britain in Bloom and World In Bloom; wining a large number of awards including the prestigious Champion of Champions Britain in Bloom: RHS Gold Medal.

They have not entered in recent years due to the financial cost however the town is still adorned by flowers maintained by hard working volunteers.

millionaires Viewpoint

Affectionately known to the local community as "Millionaire's View" this viewpoint offers stunning 360 degree views including the Dornoch Firth, Dornoch Bridge and a number of Scotland's biggest mountains.

There will be plenty time to soak up the tranquility and take pictures at this truly breathtaking place.​

falls of Shin and Salmon Leap

Carved from the great glaciers of the last Ice Age are the Falls of Shin, a breathtaking natural salmon leap set in the heart of the Scottish highlands.

Its mighty currents force the icy waters over ancient riverbeds creating the perfect habitat for freshwater fish such as the graceful Atlantic Salmon. Visit the Falls of Shin and see if you can catch sight of the salmon, leaping upstream to the calmer waters of their birthplace, Loch Shin, to spawn future generations.

Falls of Shin is recognised as being one of the best places in all of Scotland to watch leaping Atlantic Salmon, and the fish can be seen anytime between May and November, with the late summer months making this almost guaranteed.

Dunrobin Castle and gardens

Dunrobin Castle is the most northerly of Scotland's great houses and the largest in the Northern Highlands with 189 rooms. Dunrobin Castle is also one of Britain's oldest continuously inhabited houses dating back to the early 1300s, home to the Earls and later, the Dukes of Sutherland.

The Castle, which resembles a French château with its towering conical spires, has seen the architectural influences of Sir Charles Barry, who designed London’s Houses of Parliament, and Scotland’s own Sir Robert Lorimer. The Castle was used as a naval hospital during the First World War and as a boys’ boarding school from 1965 to 1972.
​
Dunrobin Castle is on the east coast of the Northern Highlands overlooking the Moray Firth, just north of the villages of Golspie and Dornoch (famous for its cathedral and Royal Dornoch Golf Club).

falconry Display

​"A visit to Dunrobin Castle now includes daily birds of prey flying demonstrations during the months of April, May, June, July, August and September on the Castle lawn. See spectacular shows featuring golden eagles and peregrine falcons, both resident birds in the Scottish Highlands. Learn more about other local birds of prey as well as the ancient art of falconry. Additional attractions include more exotic species such as the European Eagle owl.

Andy Hughes, our professional resident Falconer demonstrates and explains the different hunting methods used by owls, hawks and falcons in a series of fascinating aerobatic displays. Every show creates superb photographic opportunities.
Falconry was originally developed as a means of hunting fast or difficult prey as food for the table, and is still practiced for this purpose in many parts of the world today.
​
To train one of these fierce and fabulous wild birds is a long and difficult process and requires patience, expertise and dedication. Dunrobin Castle is proud to be able showcase this ancient art."

Dornoch

The Royal Burgh of Dornoch is an historic town on the edge of the Dornoch Firth, a designated National Scenic Area in the Highlands of Scotland. Its tranquil location, scenery and climate have attracted visitors for decades. Invergordon Tours particularly likes having an ice cream on Dornoch beach, shopping in the old Jail or visiting the 13th century cathedral. It's also a great place to grab some lunch!!

Glenmorangie Distillery Tour

The next stop on the itinerary is often a tour and tasting at the world famous Glenmorangie Distillery. Glenmorangie Distillery is one of the best marketed whiskies in the world and has the tallest whisky stills in the world. Their visitor centre is fantastic and they have a great range of whiskies available for tasting.

Glenmorangie Distillery tour gives you unparalleled access to the distillery and warehouses. With the help of an expert guide you will experience all stages of the whisky making process from mashing and fermenting to distilling and maturing - all culminating in a dram or two of your choice!

tain

Glenmorangie Distillery tour gives you unparalleled access to the distillery and warehouses. With the help of an expert guide you will experience all stages of the whisky making process from mashing and fermenting to distilling and maturing - all culminating in a dram or two of your choice!