Private tour in Inverness Craig D

North Highland Shore Excursion with Hairy Coo Experience !

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Craig D.

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Beannachdan bho Alba !! (greetings from Scotland) Thank you very much for checking out my profile. I belong to Inverness, which is regarded as the capital of the Scottish Highlands, and with the exception of a period of College Studies in Edinburgh, I've lived around the North & West Highlands all of my life, including time in the Orkney Islands. I spent 30 years serving communities around the Scottish Highlands as a Police Officer, and through this, achieved advanced driving standards & an excellent knowledge of Highlands Roads. I commenced my Professional Driving Services in 2017, shortly after retirement from the Police Service, and work hard to provide a good standard of transportation, plus maintain a smart appearance to ensure my customers receive an excellent standard of service. My default Vehicle is a Recent Top End Luxury Van Style People Carrier which gives an elevated, excellent view as the tour progresses. I provide only private services to the person or group making the booking, and though I provide fixed tours on various themes & locations, these can be customized to suit particular needs. I take a relaxed, laid back & flexible approach to itineraries, and within any given route, I can effect requested changes even at short notice. I have particular experience with Scotch Whisky Tours covering all areas in Scotland, including Speyside & North Highland, plus am always happy to make any extra desired arrangements that may otherwise fall out of the scope of any suggested itineraries. I also have considerable experience (since 2017) in the provision of Shore Excursions for those visiting Cruise Ports at Invergordon & Ullapool, plus cross check every Shore Excursion booking with Port information where I'm able to monitor ship arrival & departure times to ensure a seamless, worry free day for those guests. I have several hobbies although predominantly I enjoy performing music, including Scottish Traditional Music. I'm very proud of the Scottish Highlands and am passionate about delivering a great experience to all those utilizing my service. Regardless of whom you decide to go around with, make sure you have a fabulous time in the fantastic Scottish Highlands! 7 years of experience in the tours and transportation industry. This includes considerable experience in the provision of Cruise Ship Shore Excursions (being a regular cruiser myself fully understand the special requirements of the logistics and flexibility required by such tours). Also, having served for 30 years as a Highlands Police Officer, I bring to this role: 1. Excellent driving skills. 2. Good people skills. 3. Excellent knowledge of Highlands Roads. I am not a licensed guide but I am permitted to guide you on Culloden Battlefield, Urquhart Castle, Cawdor Castle , Wardlaw Mausoleum , Inverness Old High Church, Dunrobin Castle and many other locations.

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Overview of your Inverness tour

If you are looking for a tour that embraces natural history, fabulous scenery and a personal meeting with Hairy Coos, then this tour is the one for you. Taking in a view once said to have been valued at $1, 000, 000, fantastic waterfalls, and one of the best Castle visits available in Scotland, this is a tour that keeps on giving. If unspoiled nature is the thing that floats your boat, bare in mind that this experience provides an opportunity to potentially see migrating salmon, feral goats and basking harbour seals. Add the foregoing onto access to world famous distilleries, and this has the makings of an excellent day out Timings and other variations can be made by contacting me and requesting a customised version of this tour. As a visitor from Port of Invergordon, please follow the pedestrian route from your Ship to Invergordon and just at the point you leave the Harbour area, you will see a group of drivers, one of whom will be me.

Your Inverness tour itinerary

•We'll begin with a pickup directly from the Port at Invergordon . •We'll then cut off into the hills to first stop at aptly named Million Dollar Viewpoint (view can be obscured at times depending on weather). •Next, we'll travel to Ardgay Village stopping at a genuine working Croft where you can meet family pets, Hairy Coos, Katy Morag and Mollie. •Continuing on we stop at Falls of Shin Waterfall where we may spot Wild Salmon leaping the waterfall •Then travelling via Lairg & Rogart Villages, we'll travel to Dunrobin Castle. •On arrival, you'll get free time to enjoy it, its museum & gardens. •Next we'll continue along Loch Fleet Nature Reserve for a photo (you may observe Atlantic seals basking on the sand bars -tides dependant-). •Then it's on to Dornoch where you'll get further free time plus a chance to enjoy quality shopping & lunch. •Before returning, and subject to availability, we'll visit a Scotch Whisky Distillery where you could enjoy a tasting if desired

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Customers are transported around in a Modern 2023 Air Conditioned Toyota Proace Verso VIP, which is highly specified and luxurious van style MPV with spacious leather seating with good head and leg room for up to 4 passengers.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Tickets
Food Drinks Snacks
Tastings
Meeting location

Invergordon, Scotland, United Kingdom

Shortly before your shore excursion, and when your exact landing point has been established (this can depend on the part of the Harbour your ship is berthing at) I will advise meet up instructions

Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Bird Watching
Day Trip
Food And Drink
History
Tour reference number
1414113
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Invergordon best suited for?

This private tour in Invergordon is perfect for travellers who are interested in natural history, stunning scenery, and unique experiences like meeting Hairy Coos. It's also ideal for those who appreciate a mix of cultural visits, such as exploring Dunrobin Castle and enjoying the local distilleries. With a moderate activity level, it suits those who are comfortable with some walking and want to connect with a local guide for deeper insights.

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