Overview
This tour is on a Fairytale Castle theme as well as history and scenic attractions. It packs in a lot for one day's tour and is very affordable and good value for money. Entrance to Dunrobin castle is INCLUDED.
Our tours are specially put together after taking feedback from YOU. We have surveyed your desires and requests and put them together in our tours. Our guides will impart their knowledge of their local Highlands and answer any of your questions.
As a general rule tours leave 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the arrival of the ship and return at least 1 hour before ship departure time. Please check our website which has the exact tour departure and return times for every tour.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All fees and/or taxes
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Invergordon pier - Disembark cruise ship, walk 2 minutes to the coach park on Shore Road, Invergordon IV180DH or look for our Thistle Guide wearing purple or we can meet you at our booking office, 64 High Street. Please book on our website via PayPal www.thistleexcursions.co.uk
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
You do not require any ticket for our tour. Once you book your name is on our schedule. Our tour guide will mark you down then you’ll be given a lanyard to show at the bus to enable access. We provide ticket for the castle later. It is very simple. Just turn up she tell us your booking lead name - simple
What to expect
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15 min
Stop at the popular photographic spot called Millionaire’s View in your journey.
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Dornoch Cathedral
15 min
Dornoch cathedral made famous by the wedding blessing of Madonna to Guy Ritchie.
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Jail Dornoch
15 min
A beautiful shop, well worth seeing.
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Dunrobin Castle and Gardens
1 hour 30 min
Dunrobin Castle is the most northerly of Scotland's large castles and has 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 is in a magnificent setting with amazing gardens.
On your visit you will witness an amazing falconry display in the delightful castle gardens. These birds of prey will delight you. Then visit the castle museum before touring the furnished castle itself.
The Castle, which resembles a French chateâu 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 Dornoch Bookshop
15 min
Browse through hundreds of books.
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Dornoch
1 hour 30 min
Browse at your leisure around all the activities in Dornoch village, some are listed above. There are shops, cafes, bars, history trails, museum, Cocoa Mountain cafe, Eagle tavern, Castle Inn, the Jail giftshop, bookshop, famous Cathedral where Madonna married Guy Ritchie, history information about the last witch to be hanged, charity shops, ice cream shops and amazing antique shop.
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10 min
Million Dollar viewpoint. Stop here for photos for 10 minutes. Spectacular view over the Dornoch Firth.
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Black Rock Gorge
15 min
Stunning gorge with gushing water. Dates back to the ice age. This was also the film location for the dragon scene in Harry Potter Goblet of Fire.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Wheelchair travellers difficult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Fairytale Dunrobin Castle, Million $ view, Dornoch, Harry Potter
Can I cancel Fairytale Dunrobin Castle, Million $ view, Dornoch, Harry Potter for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6–8 hours.
Where does it start?
Invergordon pier - Disembark cruise ship, walk 2 minutes to the coach park on Shore Road, Invergordon IV180DH or look for our Thistle Guide wearing purple or we can meet…
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Dornoch Cathedral, Jail Dornoch, Dunrobin Castle and Gardens, The Dornoch Bookshop, Dornoch, Black Rock Gorge.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Thistle Excursions - Invergordon Bus or Coach Tours
