A day to explore the North Highlands

Duration

11 hours +

Group size

1- 6

About

Exploring the east side of North Highlands, our private tour will take you to Clynelish Distillery, Dunrobin Castle, and John O'Groat.

Clynelish Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery located in Brora, in the Highland region of Scotland. The distillery was founded in 1819, although it underwent several changes and rebuilds over the years. It is known for producing a distinctive style of single-malt Scotch whisky. It is also the home of Johnnie Walker in the Highlands.

Dornoch is a popular destination for visitors, and a famous place for golfing. The town is most famous for its cathedral and the Witch’s Stone it is said that the last witch in Scotland was burnt in 1727. There is an opportunity to have a stop for lunch at the restaurant, coffee and cake or a pub meal.

The stunning Dunrobin Castle, a 700-year-old unoccupied house – is one of Britain’s continuously inhabited houses dating back to the early 1300s. It is the largest in the northern Highlands. You will have time to explore the castle, its gardens and grounds. It is the family seat of Clan Sutherland.

The last stop will be John O'Groat - the most northerly point in mainland Britain, from this point it is 874 miles to Land’s End in Cornwall, England. Take your time to walk around and see the famous landmark “Journey’s End”, a signpost installed in 1964.

What is included

• A bottle of mineral water
• Wi-Fi on board
• Mobile phone charger
• Private Transportation for your party only
• Driver-guide staff (ENG/PT)

What's not included

• This itinerary does not include accommodation anywhere along the itinerary
• Entrance to visitor attractions (castles, natural parks, special tours, distilleries experiences and entry fees, etc.) and suggested tours featured in the itinerary. However, advice on pre-bookings can be provided
• Meals and drinks at lunch stops and any other stop needed
• Travel Insurance, including cancellation insurance

*** Important notes***

• The choice of Castles/Attractions/Distilleries to be visited on a day is directed related to the time available to travel between sites, opening hours, and pre-booked slots (where applicable)*
• Local attractions, restaurants, coffee shops, outdoor adventure activities, distilleries, retail shops, breweries, etc. have changed/adapted their visiting operation systems due to COVID-19 safety guidelines. It is recommended to contact us before booking your transportation to consider the dates, times, and routes selected for your experience.
• Be prepared to pre-book all your attractions/experiences in advance due to new capacity restrictions in place on many premises, including places for food and beverage.
• Many attractions in the region are seasonal (Spring/Summer) while others are only open for a few months during the year. It is highly recommended to check the attraction opening dates and times on its website before planning your ground transportation. Contact us for more details.