Scotland · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Ships tie up at Invergordon and Greenock, and the clock starts the moment the gangway drops. The 15 excursions below are compared on how far inland they go, what they reach, and how much slack each leaves before all-aboard.
Greenock cruise day trip to Stirling Castle, the Trossachs and Loch Lomond, with Highlands cattle sightings and photo stops.
“Poorly managed time and missed key spots. Very disappointed. No updates from host but many side stories. Have 2 more Viattor tours this week. If they are not lots better we will not be using your services ever again”
Small-group Highlands shore tour from Invergordon with Cawdor Castle, Clava Cairns, Culloden, Loch Ness, and Highland cows.
“Excellent tour with Avril's Travels! Avril and her partner provided a very interesting and in depth tour of Cawdor Castle, the Cairns, and Culloden Battlefield along with a photo stop at Loch Ness and a visit to the Highland Cows. We got a lot for our money! Avril was a great guide!”
Cruise-day Highlands from Greenock with Loch Lomond stops, two castle experiences, village time, and guided history, timed for all aboard.
“It was a very good tour. Our guide, Viola, although not a native of Scotland, was very well informed. Also, her voice was very clear and easy to understand. We covered a lot of ground, which included all the sights advertised. The bus was comfortable and we were able to manage a little free time, as well.”
Small-group cruise day trip from Invergordon to Dunrobin Castle, Dornoch, and Loch Fleet, with big views and a real falconry show.
“Gene our tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative . He talked the whole time. He was excellent!”
Small-group Highlands day from Invergordon: Outlander sites, Loch Ness views, gin tasting, and Urquhart Castle.
“After 4 years back in Scotland and had a trip again with George. Again a great experience. With a small group this time and i must say, go for it. More flexibele and interaction with the group. Great fun.”
Private Highlands day from Invergordon: Culloden, Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle, Inverness, and Loch Ness, guided in a small group.
“We had the most amazing day!! Finella & Michelle are the best. From the minute they picked us up to drop off was so easy. Every stop explained and showed us what we wanted to see and more . We tried local goodies and got a close up and personal with some Highland Coos .We loved these two .”
Cruise-day Edinburgh tour with Royal Yacht Britannia, Holyroodhouse photo stop, and Edinburgh Castle, plus guided coach pickup and narration.
“We have been using Tour Services for over 30 years, this was the worst experience we’ve ever experienced.”
A small-group Highlands day from Invergordon with Millionaires Viewpoint, Dunrobin Castle, Loch Fleet seals, Dornoch history, and Balblair whisky.
“George was an excellent guide. He was very informative. Took us to interesting stops and gave us plenty of time to explore. Enjoyed watching the salmon jumping upstream. Fully recommend this tour.”
A small-group Highlands day from Invergordon with Clava Cairns, Culloden, Loch Ness views, a distillery gin tasting, and Urquhart Castle.
“We had a great experience and our guide made sure we enjoyed each stop. The itinerary was perfect for our cruise day in Invergordon. Our guide, Richie, was very accommodating, informative, and friendly.”
A small-group 7-hour cruise excursion from Greenock with Loch Lomond, Rest and be Thankful, and Inveraray Castle. Entry fees included.
“Was great. Shaun was so flexible and kind. The village with the church was really unique. I recommend”
Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond in one day from Greenock. Optional castle entry, photo stops, and a ship-timed return.
“We were looking forward to this excursion however it was cancelled the day before because a group had cancelled that were on our bus. We were very disappointed but what can you do.”
Greenock shore tour with Andy: Kelpies, Stirling Castle, Doune, Hairy Coos, Loch Lomond village Luss, plus Dumbarton and Newark.
“Andy was amazing, the tour was wonderful. We were a small group so he was able to tailor the stops to our needs. He was willing and able to take pictures at every stop. We had an amazing time and will definitely hire him again the next time we visit!”
Invergordon to Inverness: Cawdor Castle, Clava Cairns, quick Loch Ness stops, and Glen Ord whisky tasting, with port pickup.
“Willie with Timberbush was great. Wonderful story teller, interesting facts and great driver. Beautiful sites and back to port with time to spare.”
Small-group Highlands day from Invergordon with Millionaires Viewpoint, Falls of Shin salmon, Dunrobin Castle, seals, and Dornoch.
“Our tour guide, Richie was knowledgeable and personable throughout the tour. We were lucky to have him as a private tour guide for the day. He knew all the wonderful places to see in Invergordon. We had a great day. It was one of our most favorite days on our trip! Thank you!”
Private 7-person Highlands day from Invergordon, with Culloden, whisky stops, Inverness free time, Loch Ness cruise, and more.
“Emma was a great guide. We had a private tour with 6 in our group. She planned oyr day to what we wanted to see. She even had a wee dram of whiskey for us. The weather was rainy but we were still able to see the dolphins. Highly recommend doing the private tours as you aren’t stuffed on a bus with 50 other people.”
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