Inverness & Cawdor Castle Tour
Enjoy the Private Group Inverness and Cawdor Castle Day Tour which leaves from Invergordon Cruise Ship Port. The Inverness Tour Guides entertain and share local knowledge while you travel in style and comfort in our air conditioned vehicles. Tours priced for up to 7 passengers.
Visit fantastic locations; Fort George, Cawdor Castle and Gardens and time in Inverness.
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£610.00 1 day
Inverness & Cawdor Castle Tour (with Fort George) from Invergordon Cruise Ship Port – Itinerary
The Inverness, Cawdor Castle and Fort George Tour from Invergordon Cruise Ship Port goes firstly to Fort George. Secondly we enjoy fairytale Cawdor Castle and Gardens (made famous by Shakespeare’s play Macbeth). This tour also allows us to enjoy some time in the Highland capital – Inverness. Free time, or perhaps a guided walk for part of your visit. Your choice!
Fort George
The British army built Fort George between 1748 and 1769 because George II demanded it. He was determined to ensure that the Highland Clans would never rise in support of the exiled Stuart dynasty again. The encircling walls are a mile long, and it is still a British army garrison – being the current home of the Black Watch. There are exhibitions and displays within its walls, and its ramparts are one of the best locations for spotting the Moray Firth dolphins!
Cawdor Castle
Cawdor Castle has been (and still is) the home of the Cawdor family since its construction, around 1380. A visit takes you through more than a dozen of its finest rooms, especially enjoyable because it is a living family home and not a museum. There are also three fine shops and a restaurant within the castle.
Cawdor Castle Gardens
Cawdor Castle Gardens are extensive. The Walled Garden (dating back to Renaissance times) contains the Paradise Garden, the Knot Garden, the Orchard and the Minotaur’s Maze). The Flower Garden, laid out in 1710, contains many sculptures, and the Wild Garden lies near the Cawdor Burn (the local river).
Inverness
Inverness has long been known as the capital of the Highlands. It was here that the King of the Picts had his palace in 565 AD. The oldest buildings we now find in Inverness date from the 1500’s and 1600’s. The most significant buildings are probably the Castle, the Town House and the Cathedral, and as a result each offers an interesting visit. Inverness is now the bustling hub of the Highlands and so is filled with shops, cafes, bars, restaurants, art gallery and museum.
Inverness & Cawdor Castle Tour (with Fort George) Price
£610
Inverness & Cawdor Castle Tour (with Fort George) from Invergordon Cruise Port – Departure
The tour departs from just outside the harbour gates. We will always inform you directly if there is any alteration of departure point.
FAQ
Can each person in the party pay separately?
Driver/Guide licencing in Scotland will only allow us to take one payment per tour, so if people in a party wish to split the cost then they arrange that amongst themselves and make one tour payment to us.
Are entries to the various visitor attractions included?
We don’t include entry to the attractions – and that way we leave the day as flexible as possible for you.
Will I need cash with me?
Most places will accept Visa or MasterCard and some will accept American Express. It is always prudent, though, to bring a little cash with you for unexpected eventualities. You will need GBP, not Euros or Dollars.
What will we be doing for lunch?
You are responsible for paying for your own food & drink during your tour. Lunch could be in a café, pub, restaurant or even a picnic at a beauty spot. Your guide can discuss and advise on options when you meet them.
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Why Choose Us
Why Choose Inverness Tour Guides?
Our Inverness Tour Guides are a hand-picked team. As well as being accredited members of the Highlands of Scotland Tour Guide Association, they are all well-recognised as being at the top of their fields. They were chosen because they are great storytellers, are fun to be with, and are uniquely qualified to do what they do well. We are convinced that there is no better team of guides to be found. See their individual profiles here
Performance
Here at Inverness Tours we continually monitor performance. As a result we are confident that we offer long experience and expertise in providing quality, value and enjoyment.
Our Vehicles
Our vehicles are spacious and air conditioned, easily accommodating up to seven passengers. The reclining seats and tinted windows ensure touring in comfort and style.
Our Track Record
Inverness Tours has been taking visitors on world-class tours for more than fifteen years and has been striving to make its exclusive tour business the finest of its kind available in Scotland.
Our Customer Care
The Inverness Tours admin team are frequently complimented on responsiveness, flexibility and care.
Our Environment
Inverness Tours have offset the impact of visitor footfall in the Highlands by contributing financially to environmental and community projects.
Our Precautions
Our COVID19 precautions – Inverness Tours has always carried bacteriological and virucidal disinfectant sprays, disposable gloves and the necessary wipes etc. The vehicles are cleaned on a daily basis. We are investigating and instituting further measures to keep you safe at this current time and into the future.
Our Reviews
All the above contribute to our fabulous back-catalogue of reviews. Check out the TripAdvisor reviews here. You will find that over 98% of our reviews are five-star and as a result we have achieved TripAdvisor’s annual Certificate of Excellence and placement in their Hall of Fame!
What’s included?
The 7-passenger vehicle together with qualified driver/guide is included.
Summary terms and conditions:-
- All tours are exclusive and the same price for between one and seven people. Your booking is considered confirmed once we send out your confirmation.
- While Inverness Tours shall do everything reasonably possible to provide your tour itinerary and/or services as planned, we reserve the right to alter itineraries, guide, transport or accommodation if circumstances require us to do so. If we have to cancel a tour you receive a full refund of the amount paid and that is the extent of our obligation.
- Our normal Cancellation Terms as outlined in the point below have been temporarily relaxed. The relaxation is in relation to any booking which requires to cancel due to COVID-19. Our COVID-19 cancellation terms are outlined here.
- If you wish to change any part of your confirmed booking you should inform us in writing as soon as possible. We will do our best to assist you, but cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your request. If you cancel a booking up to 30 days in advance you receive a 75% refund of the total paid. Cancellations between 30 and 10 days before the tour receive a 50% refund. There is no refund if you cancel within 10 days of the tour or are not at the organised departure or pick-up point.
- We are happy for you to enjoy bottled water and hard candies while we travel. Other types of food and drink have proved previously to be quite hazardous (on Highland roads) both to yourselves and seat upholstery.
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