If your cruise itinerary says "Inverness", it is very often referring to Invergordon, the main Inverness cruise port for the Highlands.
Shore excursions from Invergordon give you quick access to Inverness and the Highlands, with routes designed around ship times, comfort, and a calm return to port.
We offer private, driver-guided Invergordon shore excursions for couples, families and small groups. Every route is tailored to your time in port and the kind of day you want, with a focus on comfort and clear logistics. To get started, request a quote.
Popular shore excursions from Invergordon
Invergordon shore excursion to Loch Ness
Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Highland scenery. Timed to your ship. Our most popular Invergordon shore day.
Tour details →Invergordon shore excursion to Dunrobin Castle
Dunrobin Castle, gardens, optional Dornoch or distillery. North Highlands in a day, timed to your ship.
Tour details →Invergordon shore excursion to Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glenfinnan Viaduct, monument, optional Jacobite steam train. When your port window is long enough (8–9 hours).
Tour details →Whisky tours from Invergordon cruise port
Glen Ord, Black Isle, Speyside when timing allows. Distillery shore excursion timed to your ship.
Tour details →Golf transfers from Invergordon cruise port
Royal Dornoch, Nairn, Castle Stuart. Private transfer with space for clubs, timed to your ship and tee time.
Tour details →Other styles of day
Inverness, Culloden and Clava Cairns
Possible stops include Inverness time, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, and Beauly Priory when timing allows.
Castles, whisky and hidden corners
Cawdor Castle, Glen Ord, Black Isle viewpoints. See our whisky tours from Invergordon for dedicated distillery shore excursions.
Whisky tours →Scottish ancestry and clan heritage
Trace your Scottish roots on a shore day. Visit clan castles, kirkyards, and historic sites connected to your family name. Popular with US cruise guests.
Ancestry tours →How it works for cruise guests
- We plan around ship arrival, departure, and all-aboard times
- Comfortable pacing with time buffers for a relaxed day
- Clear meet point at Invergordon port confirmed on booking
- Live-day flexibility for weather and road conditions
Tell us your ship name and timings and we'll propose the best route for the day.
Why book Venture Highland for Invergordon shore excursions?
- Luxury Mercedes vehicles, including V-Class and additional vehicles for groups
- Experienced local Highland driver-guides
- Calm, premium service with clear logistics
- Multi-vehicle planning available for larger groups
- Door-to-door logistics handled for a relaxed day
If you are connecting via air, our Inverness Airport Transfers can be coordinated with your cruise plans.
Frequently asked questions
Where do we meet in Invergordon?
We meet at the Invergordon cruise port with a clear meeting point confirmed on booking.
Is Invergordon the same as Inverness for cruise excursions?
Most cruise itineraries listing Inverness actually dock at Invergordon. It is the main cruise port for Inverness and the Highlands.
Can we visit Loch Ness from Invergordon in a day?
Yes. A Loch Ness shore excursion from Invergordon is a popular option when timing allows.
How long is the drive from Invergordon to Inverness?
It is a short drive, which makes Inverness and nearby Highland highlights easy to reach for a shore day.
Can you include Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns?
Yes. We can combine Culloden and Clava Cairns as part of a history-focused shore day.
Are attraction tickets included?
Entry fees and tickets are not included unless arranged in advance.
What happens if weather changes?
We adapt the route to the best stops for the conditions and your pace.
Do you offer private tours only?
Yes. All Invergordon shore excursions are private for your group with a dedicated driver-guide.
Can you run multiple vehicles for large groups?
Yes. Multi-vehicle planning is available for larger groups with coordinated timing.
Do you offer airport pickup before or after the cruise?
Yes. We can arrange Inverness Airport transfers as part of your cruise travel plans.
Plan your Invergordon shore day
Tell us your ship name, time in port, and the stops you care about most. We will map a relaxed route and confirm clear meeting instructions at the port gates.
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