1-Day John O'Groats Tour: Dunrobin Castle & Far North Scenery from Inverness

Explore the farthest northern point of mainland Britain with our 1-day tour from Inverness! Experience the beauty of Loch Fleet, delve into the history of Dunrobin Castle, and soak in the breathtaking landscapes all in one day from Inverness, the heart of the Highlands.

Duration: 11 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Loch Fleet - The tour sets off from Inverness and heads north to Loch Fleet, where there is a chance to see seals and various bird species. Be sure to have your camera ready!
  • Golspie Gallery - The journey to John O’Groats continues to the village of Golspie. Located on the North Sea coast, Golspie is nestled beside Ben Bhraggie and is a charming seaside resort with expansive sandy beaches. Take some time here for refreshments before proceeding to Dunrobin Castle.
  • Dunrobin Castle and Gardens - Situated in Sutherland, Dunrobin Castle serves as the ancestral home of Clan Sutherland. Its design resembles a French chateau with towering spires, overlooking the Moray Firth. Visitors can explore the magnificent stately home, gardens, and museum (optional extra), and enjoy refreshments in the tearoom.
  • Helmsdale Beach - A stop at Helmsdale Clearance offers opportunities for photos and learning about the area’s history.
  • Wick Heritage Museum - Once a Viking settlement, Wick is the main town in the far north of mainland Scotland. Visitors can explore the town, take in views across Wick Bay, and enjoy lunch.
  • John O’ Groats - Following the visit to Wick, the tour proceeds to John O’Groats, the northernmost point on the British mainland. Here, visitors can walk along the cliff path, capture the iconic signpost photo, enjoy stunning coastal views, and possibly spot local wildlife. John O’Groats is a prime location in the UK for viewing Atlantic puffins, grey seals, and occasionally orcas.
  • Dunbeath Heritage Museum - The tour continues to Dunbeath Harbour for photo opportunities.
  • Brora Beach - A stop at Brora Beach allows for photos before returning to Inverness.
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Live commentary on board
  • Knowledgeable driver-guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Attraction Tickets
  • On-board restrooms
  • On-board WiFi
Additional Information
  • Minimum age is 4 years old.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour’s departure time.
  • Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
Location
Railway Terrace
Railway Terrace, Inverness, IV1 1NW. Look out for our coach or our sign on the lamp post.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Gilad_w
Jul 25, 2024
A trip of a lifetime - Our guide, Lyle (sorry if I spelled your name wrong), was incredible. Being a local from the area, he was able to not only provide the history of the land but also personal stories of his hometown, Wick. We also had some surprise stops along the way, including viewing seals and puffins! I felt well taken care of and got more than my money's worth. I have already recommended Timberbrush to all my friends.
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Andy_t
Jul 23, 2024
Eye opening - Seeing the beautiful landscape, historic buildings…seeing things you wouldn’t normally see when you’re travelling from one place to another
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Tonya_c
Jul 22, 2024
Great day out - Great tour, wonderful guide, Alex. We saw a “hairy coo”, a puffin and lots of beautiful sites. Highly recommended
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James_w
Jul 15, 2024
Great way to spend a day visiting the far north of Scotland - What a great all-day tour! Alex kept it very interesting with commentary and history, and stopped often for photos and shopping.
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624karend
Jul 10, 2024
Worth the trip - Sandy was a wonderful guide, friendly and informative. We very much enjoyed our day at John O'Groats and the Far North from Inverness.
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R2178wlcynthiab
Jun 29, 2024
Serene - Alex our guide/driver was kind, funny, and very knowledgeable of Scotland. He even gave me helpful hints about my next leg of our trip. The beautiful scenery 0f this part of NC 500 matches the USA California coastal drive but with more coastline and farms. Wish we had seen Puffins but the weather changed on us quickly and began to hail. All four seasons in a day. The castle gardens were beautiful. The hairy Gow were adorable. The towns were quaint. If you want to see the hills turn to heather go in July.
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Michael_h
Jun 23, 2024
Northern Highlands Experience - Excellent tour to experience the northern Highlands and view the eastern shoreline. Alex was an exceptional tour guide, highly knowledgeable and informative. A fun chap to lead the tour. Compliment a tour to Isle of Skye with this tour to get the most out of a trip to the Highlands.
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Timothy_e
Jun 19, 2024
A day well spent. Beautifu tour!` - Our bus only had a few participants on this adventure. It was every bit as enjoyable as the Isle of Skye tour. We loved the magnificent views and the time we spent at John O'Groats, a cute little shopping village right at the North Sea. Marita was our guide and did a fabulous job. She provided a nice balance of commentary and music as we journeyed along.
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Bernadettep559
Jul 25, 2024
Exploring Scotland - Alex was a great tour guide with lots of knowledge and very kind. Weather was good and landscape around this area is nice too.
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186kaitlync
Jul 2, 2024
Great Day Trip from Inverness - Mike was a great guide! This was a beautiful tour of the north. Definitely recommend for a day trip from Inverness. Would recommend a good raincoat and warm layers as the wind is rough up north!
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