About this tour
Explore Scotland's northern whisky country in a luxury vehicle with a knowledgeable driver, visiting distilleries for tastings and touring Dunrobin Castle's grounds and falconry displays. Based from Inverness, this 7–8 hour private tour lets you set the pace, choosing which distilleries to explore and how long to linger. Your driver handles navigation and booking logistics; you decide whether to pursue full production tours or casual tastings. Admission to the castle is covered, along with all transport, water and onboard WiFi.
Highlights
- Dunrobin Castle admission and falconry displays included
- Visit multiple whisky distilleries at your own pace
- Private luxury vehicle with trained advanced driver
- Flexible itinerary shaped by your interests
- Complimentary water and WiFi throughout
- Scenic routes through northern Highlands
- Driver assists with distillery bookings and tastings
What to expect
You'll travel in a comfortable, modern MPV with a driver experienced in the region's geography and whisky heritage. After collection from your Inverness base—whether hotel, airport or cruise terminal—you'll head north to distilleries of your choosing. The driver will help you select experiences suited to your palate and schedule: some prefer leisurely tastings in the visitor centres, others book full production-floor tours. Dunrobin Castle's medieval tower and manicured grounds break up the whisky stops; the falconry display is a highlight. Lunch is your affair (the driver can point you toward good options). Tastings and tours carry their own fees, payable on the day.
Good to know
Only adults aged 18+ can participate in whisky tastings; bring ID if you look under 25. Book distillery experiences in advance when possible—availability varies seasonally. The route covers hilly terrain with uneven castle grounds; wear comfortable shoes. Child seats and prams are accommodated with prior notice.
Frequently asked
- How long does North Highland Deluxe Whisky Tour with Castle Option take?
- North Highland Deluxe Whisky Tour with Castle Option runs for approximately 7 hours – 8 hours.
- How much does North Highland Deluxe Whisky Tour with Castle Option cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1215 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does North Highland Deluxe Whisky Tour with Castle Option run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs North Highland Deluxe Whisky Tour with Castle Option?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.