John O'Groats, Dunrobin Castle and the North Coast 500 from Inverness
Attractions & guided tours

John O'Groats, Dunrobin Castle and the North Coast 500 from Inverness

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$99.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • The tour begins in Inverness, leading to the grand Dunrobin Castle
  • You'll get to explore the interiors and gardens of this 19th-century residence
  • There will be a stop at the charming Highland village of Brora for lunch
  • A highlight is the rural village of John O’Groats, known for Scotland's most famous signpost
  • It's back to Inverness after visiting the fishing port of Helmsdale, marking the end of the journey
What to expect

The North Coast 500 journey commences from Inverness, heading towards the magnificent Dunrobin Castle. This splendid 19th-century residence, once home to the Dukes of Sutherland, offers an opportunity for you to delve into its fascinating interiors and gardens. The adventure continues northwards, pausing for a leisurely lunch in the charming Highland village of Brora.

As the journey progresses towards the rural village of John O’Groats, keep a lookout for wild seabirds nesting along the coastline. This village is renowned for housing Scotland's most famous signpost. During the summer months, you might even spot adorable Atlantic puffins that consider Scotland their seasonal home. A stone's throw away from the village, you'll have the chance to admire the striking Duncansby Head sea stacks set against sheer cliffs teeming with wildlife.

The return leg of the journey leads to the delightful fishing port of Helmsdale, offering spectacular sea views. From there, it's a comfortable ride back to Inverness, marking the end of an unforgettable day exploring Scotland's North Coast 500.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned coach
  • check Roundtrip transportation
  • check Local guide
  • check Multilingual audio commentary
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Entrance fees
  • x_not_included Health/travel insurance
Where

15 Union Street, Inverness, UK

Meeting point:
15 Union St Inverness, IV1 1PP, across from the entrance to the Victorian Market. Look out for a blue or yellow coach bus. For parking, the Old Town Rose Street Multi-Storey is recommended – less than a 10-minute walk from the departure point. Check-in closes 15 minutes before the departure time.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Collaspible wheelchair may be permitted if reservation team is alerted ahead of time to ensure space on the coach for it. The individual must be able to go use the coach steps and have another person with them to assist

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • Entry to Dunrobin Castle is not included in the tour price and needs to be paid on location: £16/adult (17+), £10/child (6-16), free for children under 6

Know in advance:

  • The local operator is unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals
  • Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather
  • Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities
  • You will need to have travel insurance
  • While the live guide conducts the tour in English, audio translations are offered in German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, and Mandarin. The audio guides with translations are available for free download once you have purchased your tour. You'll find further intructions on your voucher
  • To ensure the best experience, please download the app and the audio files for your specific tour over WiFi before arriving for check-in
  • Please note for the student ticket: You need to be 18+ to travel on your own

Remember to bring:

  • Your government-issued photo ID
  • It's recommended bringing your own headphones if you'd like to use the audio guide
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Provider
Highland Explorer
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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