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1. Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town

2. The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

3. Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour

4. Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission

5. St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh

6. Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles Small Group Day Tour from Glasgow

7. Guided Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

8. The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse

9. Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Fort William Tour from Edinburgh

10. Skip-the-Ticket-Line Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour

11. Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

12. Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

13. Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Hop-On Hop-Off and Attraction Admissions

14. Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour in English

15. Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness

16. 3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

17. Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour

18. Private Walking Tour with Hidden Walks Author in Edinburgh

19. Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castles & Highland Tour starting Glasgow

20. Private Tour of the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

21. Half-Day Trip in Orkney

22. Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

23. Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included

24. Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

25. Holy Island, Alnwick Castle & The Kingdom of Northumbria from Edinburgh

26. Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

27. Glasgow City Centre Daily Walking Tour: 10:30am, 2pm & 5pm

28. From Kirkwall - Orkney Mainland Private Tour

29. Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

30. Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh

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Historic Scotland

Our Historic Scotland tour itinerary is designed for people who like to stop in an area for several days to explore at a slower pace.

It gives you a mix of famous Scottish landmarks and quiet places where you can escape the crowds and touch the past.

Allow a minimum of 7 days to drive this tour route. The guide contains extra day trip suggestions for extending the tour to 14 days

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Guide Updated - 23 December 2023

Core Route Mileage:

Approximately 423 miles / 680 Km

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7 to 14 Days

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Edinburgh is a compact city and easy to explore on foot. We provide directions for 3 walking routes that show you different sides of the Capital city; a walk down the historical Royal Mile , a leafy riverside path to the  Botanic Gardens  for an escape from the city buzz and a more energetic hike to Arthur’s Seat with the option to continue to an old Inn with lots of history.

Edinburgh boasts a great range of atmospheric old pubs and we steer you to a selection of our favourites.

The guide also includes options for day trips around the surrounding area by car, bus or train.

The day trips by car are short routes that allow you to explore;

• East Lothian where you can visit some spectacular castle ruins on a cliff top, a whisky distillery, pretty villages and embark on boat trips to Bass Rock.
• West Lothian where you can visit Linlithgow Palace , Blackness Castle,   Hopetoun House  and some of the other sites used in the filming of “Outlander” .

Stopover in Edinburgh.

Two route options are provided for this drive:

The longer route takes you west, via Stirling , and then into the Trossachs National Park. Fans of “Outlander” can stop to explore Doune Castle (“Castle Leoch” in the TV show), and further along the route we guide you to stone circles where you can try to travel through time. After a photo stop at the Falls of Dochart , you travel along the shores of Loch Tay towards Aberfeldy and Pitlochry , where you may wish to end the day with a distillery tour.

Driving Distance: ~111 miles

The shorter route allows time to spend a full afternoon in Pitlochry. Heading north from Edinburgh, you cross the Forth estuary with views of the famous Forth Rail Bridge . You then speed north to Perth , but can extend the drive with a visit to the pretty village of Falkland where Mary Queen of Scots had her favourite palace. Falkland village might look familiar as it has appeared in the filming of some early episodes of " Outlander ". From Perth to Pitlochry, we suggest a back road route that visits Scone Palace , the ancient crowning place of Scottish Kings, and the romantic ruins of Dunkeld Cathedral beside the River Tay.

Driving Distance: ~81 miles

Short tours around Pitlochry -  If you arrive early in Pitlochry, or wish to stay for several nights, you will enjoy the 2 short tour options supplied in this guide. These tours cover the grand Blair castle as well as many lesser known places such as a deserted Blackhouse village, a 2000 year old tree and a stone circle that is easily missed.

Stopover in Pitlochry Area.

Whilst other tourists are shuffling along  the busy main road to Inverness, we guide you on a more scenic journey through the Cairngorms National Park   where you can explore the Rothiemurchus forest. Pack a picnic as this is a day where we’ll show you lots of idyllic places to chill out beside a loch or river.

Whilst in the Cairngorms, you might wish to allow time for visits to the popular Highland Folk Museum and  Strathspey Steam Railway. 

Heading north from Grantown on Spey, you cross over moorlands as you head towards the fertile farmland of the North East. The main tourist attractions on this section of the journey are  Cawdor Castle , Clava Cairns and Culloden battlefield . But there’s a lot more to be discovered in our guides.

Driving Distance: ~115 miles

Stopover in Inverness Area.

Inverness is a great touring base for exploring the Highlands and we supply you with directions for a range of day trips:

• Black Isle - A short tour of the Black Isle where you can visit a carefully preserved 18th century village and embark on boat trips to see wild dolphins .
• Moray Coast - A historical tour of Moray with its historical attractions and scenic coastline. This day trip features the highlights of Culloden , Benromach Distillery , Brodie Castle , Elgin Cathedral and Fort George.
• Glen Affric - A scenic drive into Glen Affric where you can see the last remains of the Ancient Caledonian Forest . This route includes options to explore a Neolithic burial chamber , a hidden Clan graveyard and a 150 foot high waterfall in a lovely woodland setting.
• Dunrobin Castle - A day trip up the coast to the spectacular Dunrobin Castle, which has all the opulence of a French chateau. From Dunrobin, you can follow a longer route that includes a visit to cascade where you might see salmon leaping upstream if you visit in late Summer / Autumn.

Stopover in Inverness area

From Inverness, we provide a choice of routes along Loch Ness so you can either; follow the mainstream tourist trail past all the “Nessie” attractions and Urquhart Castle , or drive a quieter road on the south shore of Loch Ness.

You then have a second set of route options so you can extend the day to include a visit to Glenfinnan , or take a more direct route to allow more time around the Fort William / Glen Coe area. After a photo stop at Glen Coe , you pick up a great coastal road that carries you south through the lovely scenery of Argyll to your stopover in the Oban area.

Oban is a lively seaside town with a great range of Seafood restaurants . We give you a list of our favourite places to eat so you can book a table for a meal to remember.

Driving Distance: ~110 miles to 141 miles depending on routes options followed.

Stopover in Oban Area.

Oban is a great touring base and the guide provides you with a choice of day trips for exploring the wider area.

• Jacobite Steam Train – With an early start, you can get to Fort William in time to catch the morning steam train service to Mallaig. A must for “ Harry Potter ” fans, but a popular attraction so you need to book early (April – October).
• Day Trip To Mull, Iona & Staffa – You can either take a day off driving and join an organised boat / coach trip to Iona & Staffa, OR you can follow our directions for exploring the island by car. If taking the car across, we recommend that you stay on Mull for 2 or more nights and we provide information to help you adapt the tour plan for a stopover on Mull.
• Day Trip to Inveraray via Kilmartin Glen – This route guides you along a road that we rate as one of the best scenic drives i n Scotland. History fans will enjoy the ancient standing stones and burial chambers of Kilmartin Glen. The return leg travels north to the pretty 18th century village of Inveraray with its ornate castle that is still home to the Duke of Argyll.
• Lorn Islands – Within a short distance of Oban you can visit a choice of small islands with unique characters. Our itinerary gives you details of each island’s highlights and the best ways that you can explore them.

For the first journey leg, from Oban to Crianlarich, we provide 2 route options:

• The direct route option heads inland via the shores of Loch Awe , Scotland’s longest loch. Along the way, we guide you to the footpath that leads to the photogenic ruins of Kilchurn castle which guards the east end of the loch.
• The longer route takes you through Glen Coe with its dramatic scenery and tragic history of the massacre of the MacDonalds. After Glen Coe, you cross the wild and timeless expanse of Rannoch Moor .

Crianlarich translates from the Gaelic for “Low Pass” and it is at this village that you choose between the road to Loch Lomond and Glasgow, or the road that heads east through the Trossachs to Stirling and Edinburgh. If going to Glasgow, can stop for a drink in a haunted 18th century inn , or join a loch cruise.

If returning to Edinburgh you could take journey breaks at Doune or Stirling castle.

Driving Distance: ~90 miles to Glasgow via direct route

Driving Distance: ~117 miles to Edinburgh via direct route

Stopover in Glasgow or Edinburgh.

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Tours to Scottish Castles

Scottish castles.

With Discover Scotland Tours you can visit over a dozen historic Scottish castles. From picturesque ruins and medieval towers to craggy fortresses and gilded palaces.

Stirling Castle & Doune Castle Stirling Castle is one of Scotland’s best. Carefully restored, high on a craggy hill in the Forth Valley that can be seen for miles around. Entering through its huge stone archway transports you back to the childhood home of Mary, Queen of Scots. In the vast banqueting hall you certainly can imagine the colours, sights and smells of Renaissance times. You can visit Stirling Castle on our one day tours from Glasgow & Edinburgh, our Private Tours and on a shore excursion from Greenock (Glasgow).

Two of our shore excursions also stop  at medieval Doune Castle which has one of the best preserved great halls in Scotland. You can see why its imposing walls are popular filming locations. Our Highland, Lochs, Glens & Castes tour from Edinburgh stops here too.

Inveraray Castle & Kilchurn Castle Inveraray Castle, home to the Duke of Argyll, is open from April to October. It’s included on our one day tour to Oban, Western Highlands, Lochs, Castles and Glencoe from Glasgow or our Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles tour from Edinburgh. These tours also stop at one of Scotland’s most photographed Highland castles, Kilchurn Castle at the head of Loch Awe.

Inveraray Castle can also be visited on our Highlands Lochs, Glens and Castles shore excursion as well as on our four day and six day tours.

Eilean Donan Castle Eilean Donan Castle is one of the Scottish Highlands’ most romantic. It stands firm on a small island at the meeting place of three impressive sea lochs. Reached by an ancient bridge with views of the Isle of Skye; it’s certainly easy to see why it stars in many a Hollywood blockbuster. Our three and four day tours to the Isle of Skye, the Highlands and Loch Ness stop here.

You can also get photographs at Eilean Donan on our six day island hopping tours to Mull, Iona and Skye. All of our three, four and six day tours have Glasgow and Edinburgh departures.

Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel

A stunning day tour from Glasgow taking you to the Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel. We’ll travel to Glencoe, Scotland’s most famous glen. Here you’ll gain an insight into how people lived here around the time of the Glencoe massacre.

At Glenfinnan you can climb up to the viewpoint where you’ll capture the Jacobite Steam train (Hogwarts Express) crossing over the world-famous Glenfinnan Viaduct as seen in Harry Potter. *

Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles

Let us take you to some of the best scenery the Scottish Highlands has to offer. Shimmering lochs and breathtaking mountain scenery to historic castles and secret glens. Visit magnificent Inveraray castle and enjoy lunch at a traditional Highland pub before exploring the pretty Highland village of Luss.

Our Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles tour will take you to some of the best scenery Scotland has to offer. Shimmering lochs, breathtaking mountain scenery & historic castles. From quaint Inveraray to the pretty conservation village of Luss, enjoy the incredible views and settings of the Scottish Highlands.

Isle of Skye, The Highlands & Loch Ness

An island of faerie folklore, single track mountain passes, secret glens, craggy rock formations, crystal clear pools and waterfalls. Rich in history with a vast array of wildlife and spectacular scenery, it’s little wonder the Isle of Skye is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Scotland.

An island of faerie folklore, single track mountain passes, secret glens, craggy rock formations, crystal clear pools and waterfalls. Rich in history with a vast array of wildlife and spectacular scenery, it’s little wonder the Isle of Skye is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Scotland.

Sit back and relax as this four day tour weaves through the Highlands to idyllic Skye. Capture photos of the Quiraing, Kilt Rock and the Old Man of Storr and feel like you’re on the edge of the world at Neist Point lighthouse. Skye always lives up to its reputation as the world’s 4th best island destination.

Sit back and fully absorb the ever-changing colours and textures of the isle of Skye on this four day tour. Get up close to the curious geology of the Trotternish Peninsula and feel the magic at Fairy Glen. You’ll see why romantic Skye was voted the world’s 4th best island destination by National Geographic.

Isles of Mull, Iona & Skye Island Hopping

Explore the islands of Mull, Iona, Ulva, Staffa & Skye. Enjoy the wildlife on the Isle of Mull and the peace and serenity on the tiny sacred island of Iona. Get off the beaten track on the small community island of Ulva and the uninhabited island of Staffa before visiting the spectacular Isle of Skye.

Isles of Mull, Iona & The Highlands

Discover Scotland’s wild west coast and the outstanding islands of Mull, Iona and their sister isles. Mull is perfect for nature lovers with the chance to spot sea eagles, dolphins and even whales. Visit Iona Abbey and explore Fingal’s Cave on Staffa. Enjoy a walk on one of Scotland’s most spectacular beaches.

Loch Lomond National Park & Stirling Castle

Enjoy the outstanding natural beauty of the Loch Lomond National Park. Explore the picturesque Highland village of Luss and learn about the area’s lawless Vikings and feuding clans on a cruise of Loch Lomond. Visit the imposing Stirling Castle and hear about the key moments of Scotland’s long violent and bloody history.

Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & the Kelpies

Visit grand Stirling Castle one of the most important castles in Scottish history. Enjoy the outstanding natural beauty of Loch Lomond with a cruise on one of Scotland’s most beautiful lochs. Capture some photos of the Kelpies, these magnificent 30-metre-high horse heads tower above the Forth and Clyde Canal.

Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Trossachs

Visit Stirling Castle which overlooks the site of where the battle of Stirling Bridge took place, and where William Wallace (of Braveheart fame) defeated a much larger English army in 1297. Enjoy forest covered mountains and glistening Highland lochs as we travel through the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park.

Loch Ness, Haunting Glencoe & The Highlands

Our Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands tour is one of our most popular day tours. The journey covers a lot of the Scottish Highlands in a single day. Spectacular Glencoe will take your breath away and you’ll have the chance to spot the mythical Loch Ness Monster with a cruise on Loch Ness.

Oban, Western Highlands, Lochs, Castles & Glencoe

Shimmering lochs and breathtaking mountain scenery to historic castles and secret glens. Enjoy the incredible views and settings of the rugged Western Highlands. From quaint Inveraray and Oban to moody Glencoe and Rannoch Moor, ending with warm hospitality at a traditional Highland pub that’s said to be haunted.

Private Shore Excursions from Greenock Port

Private shore excursions have become more popular in recent times. You can choose one of our scheduled Greenock Shore Excursions on a private basis. You might have your own bucket list of places to see. We can help you to create your own private shore excursion of Scotland.

St Andrews and Falkland Palace

Explore St Andrews and the ancient Kingdom of Fife on this beautiful and relaxing day tour. We’ll travel along Fife’s famous ‘Coastal Road’ bringing us through several of the area’s most stunning fishing villages.

Whether you are a golf enthusiast or not, St Andrews is a must see. You’ll have around three hours to explore one of Scotland’s most beautiful medieval towns. The old course is the most famous golf course in the world.

The village of Falkland lies at the foot of the Lomond Hills. Here you can wander around this lovely little village that stood in for Inverness in the Outlander tv series. You’ll have the opportunity to visit Falkland Palace.

Standing Stones and Stone Circles of Kilmartin Glen

Let us take you on a journey through the history of Scotland. Explore one of Scotland’s richest prehistoric landscapes. Kilmartin Glen spans 5000 years with standing stones and stone circles. The 13 standing stones at Temple Wood is the picturesque setting for the best-preserved stone circle in Kilmartin Glen.

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Private Full Day Tour of Edinburgh with Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Castle

• Tour ID: 1207
• Tour theme: Historic and Cultural Tours ,
• Duration: 1 Day - 8 hours approx.
• Starts from: Edinburgh, South Queensferry

Full day Private tour of Edinburgh. Begin with a tour of the New Town, then Grassmarket, visit Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle, then a Royal Mile walking tour

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Speyside Private Whisky Tour from Aberdeen

• Tour ID: 1157
• Tour theme: Aberdeen Day Tours (Group Tours) , Historic and Cultural Tours ,
• Starts from: Aberdeen

From Aberdeen we tour to Speyside Malt Whisky Country, Glenlivet Distillery, Speyside cooperage and Glenfiddich Distillery are some of the highlights of tour.

Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh Castle, Old Town and Greyfriars

• Tour ID: 1506
• Duration: 1/2 Day - 4 hours approx
• Starts from: Edinburgh

Join us on a half day walking tour of Edinburgh Castle and Old Town. Through the narrow closes and streets to Greyfriars Kirkyard and Harry Potter connections..

Loch Ness and Inverness Private Tour from Aberdeen

• Tour ID: 1283
• Duration: 1 Day - 12 hours approx.

Aberdeen Loch Ness and Inverness day tour. Traveling in a small grouped tour from Aberdeen to Johnstones Cashmere, Elgin, Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Inverness.

Private Shore Excursion from Edinburgh

• Tour ID: 1277

Hire a driver guide for a private shore excursion from Edinburgh. Private tours the Edinburgh Cruise Ports of Ocean Terminal, South Queensferry and Rosyth ...

Private Full Day Tour to Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness

• Tour ID: 1278
• Starts from: Edinburgh, Glasgow

Private full day tours of the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness, start from Edinburgh or Glasgow, tours to Ranoch Moor, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness and more

Private Tour to Stirling Castle, Wallace Monument and Bannockburn

• Tour ID: 1123
• Tour theme: Historic Old Town Walking Tours , Historic and Cultural Tours ,
• Duration: 1 Day - 8 hours approx

Enjoy a private guided tour of Braveheart Country, learn all about William Wallace and Robert the Bruce at Stirling Castle, Wallace Monument and Bannockburn ..

Cawdor Castle and Loch Ness Private Tour from Inverness

• Tour ID: 1173
• Tour theme: Historic and Cultural Tours , Day Tours from the Highlands ,
• Duration: 1 Day - 8 to 9 hours approx.
• Starts from: Inverness

The ultimate Highland taster tour combining Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, Cairngorm National Park, Cawdor Castle, Tomatin Whisky Distillery from Inverness...

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Since 2006 I have been performing comedy shows about Scottish history at Fringe festivals from Edinburgh to Dunedin. I call it educomedy. In 2017 I thought: 'How much better to take people to the places in our beautiful country where these things happened'.

So, rather than talking to a large audience in a room, I’d like to chat to your wee group as we drive around this beautiful country. These tours will not be classroom history lessons, nor stand-up shows, but I hope to keep you entertained, whilst helping you to understand Scotland.

ALL TOURS ARE BESPOKE PRIVATE TOURS but here are some examples of tours that I’ve run in the past that might give you some inspiration to decide what you would like to do on our special day.

My media commitments mean that at present I only offer two options.

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For those who prefer a personal experience I’d love to offer a BESPOKE PRIVATE TOUR based on your interests. I can only offer a limited number of dates each year, but please feel free to enquire. I’d love to show you around Scotland if we can make the dates work.

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Would you like to put together your own plan for a tour of the sites and sights of Scotland? Fantastic! I’ll make that happen. I have only touched on what Scotland has to offer. You don’t need to be limited to one of the fixed itineraries listed, or to the Perthshire area. I’ll pick you up in a quality vehicle where you are and deliver you to where you want to go. Just tell me what you’re looking for: distilleries, castles, battle sites, settings from Outlander, scenic views and delightful picnic areas, places associated with figures from history, or a visit to your ancestral home.

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Bruce has teamed up with his friends at Scotland Folk Tours to put together a fantastic eleven days with a small group of up to 25 people. He’ll take you to some of his favourite places and tell you stories along the way. You’ll enjoy a Scottish stand-up comedy show and a ceilidh and some great food and drink along the way.

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Real Macbeth Tour

Discover Macbeth with a short visit to Loch Leven, and a light lunch at Scone Palace, the place of Scottish kingship. Then stop at Dunkeld Cathedral in Highland Perthshire, the power base of King Duncan, nestled on the banks of the Tay. We take the road between Birnam Wood and Dunsinnane made famous by Shakespeare. There are options to climb Dunsinnane Hill to the site of Macbeth’s hillfort or visit Scotland’s oldest lending library to see the books that inspired Shakespeare to write the story, or to visit Glamis Castle to discover how Shakespeare wrongly placed it in Inverness, how Glamis is linked to the real Macbeth and how the story continues to this day. Entry fees and lunch are not included.

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Journeys: Discover Scotland

9 days, edinburgh to glasgow.

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Immerse yourself in Scotland’s history and legends on this 9-day journey, where you’ll step back in time on visits to spectacular castles, Iron Age museums and famed ruins that capture the Scotland of yore. Journey along the Scottish Highlands from Pitlochry to Portree and discover charming villages, glistening lochs and famed distilleries. Soak up the country’s scenic splendor as you travel through awe-inspiring landscapes, stopping to relish the rich history and folklore of this storied land.

9 days - Edinburgh to Glasgow

Is this tour for me, travel style: national geographic journeys.

Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Ripple Score for this trip: 100

Places visited

Day 1 edinburgh.

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Day 2 Edinburgh

Explore Scotland’s hilly capital city on a guided tour of Edinburgh. You’ll walk along the famed Royal Mile and climb Castle Hill, following in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens. As you ascend the hillside, hear exciting tales of Edinburgh Castle and its use as a military fortress, royal residence and wartime prison. Upon reaching the hilltop, marvel at the magnificent Edinburgh Castle and learn more about its fascinating history and important locations via audioguide, including the Portcullis Gate, Lang Stairs, Argyle Tower, St. Margaret's Chapel, Mons Meg and David’s Tower. Enjoy the afternoon on your own, taking advantage of your free time by exploring the area or finding activities like a tour of the underground vaults or a visit to the National Museum of Scotland. In the evening, enjoy dinner on your own, choosing from an array of restaurants along The Royal Mile and in Haymarket.

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Day 3 edinburgh/pitlochry.

Marvel at some of Edinburgh's most panoramic views as you journey by bus to the town of Pitlochry. Along the way, you’ll stop for a visit at historic Stirling Castle, a centuries-old monument that remains a symbol of Scottish independence and national pride. After exploring the grounds and discovering the Great Kitchens, the Queen Anne Gardens and the Stirling Heads Gallery, you’ll walk down the hill to the city center and enjoy lunch on your own. Following lunch, transfer to the Scottish Crannog Centre on the banks of Loch Tay, where you’ll join a historical expert for a guided visit of the facility and museum. On the tour, you’ll learn about the crannogs—houses built on artificial islands over water—and get a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived in them 2,500 years ago. You’ll also examine ancient artifacts and discover skills and technologies of the past with hands-on demonstrations. Arrive in Pitlochry in the evening and enjoy dinner at your leisure.

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Day 4 pitlochry.

Enjoy breakfast before going on a guided walk of Pitlochry with a local expert. Learn about the town’s history and how life was spent in this famous holiday resort destination that is rich in Victorian heritage. The walk finishes at the Blair Athol Distillery, which is situated in the open moorland south of the town. Take a guided tour of the distillery grounds, where you’ll learn about the ancient source of water that flows through the grounds and contributes to the whisky’s smooth finish and mellow quality. You’ll also enjoy a whisky tasting experience featuring 3 different whiskies, then finish the visit off by seeing the distillery’s exclusive bottling process. Walk back to town from Blair Athol and have lunch on your own before transferring to Queen’s View, said to be named after Queen Victoria following her visit to the area in 1866. Marvel at the expansive view of Loch Tummel and take in the rolling hills carpeted in wild heather. Travel back to Pitlochry or you may choose to visit Blair Castle and Gardens. Dinner this evening will be at your leisure.

Day 5 Pitlochry/Fort William

Following breakfast, begin the journey to Fort William, traveling through captivating scenery with undulating hills. Along the way, stop in Kincraig to visit a family-owned sheepdog farm. Get a fascinating tour of the farm and a demonstration, during which you’ll meet the dogs, learn about their training and gain an understanding of the commands used in their herding. From Kincraig, continue to the quaint town of Aviemore, located in the Cairngorms National Park. Enjoy lunch in town before heading out on the final leg of the day’s journey. On the way, visit Culloden Moor, the site where the famous Jacobite Rising of 1745 came to a tragic end. Experience the powerful emotions of the battle as you’re placed in the heart of the action via the visitor center’s 360-degree immersion theatre. Next, travel to Loch Ness for a scenic drive along the shoreline and make stops at Loch Ness Viewpoint in Fort Augustus and the Loch Lochy Viewpoint. On the way, you’ll see the Commando Memorial and Inverlochy Castle. Continue on to Fort William, where you’ll have time to explore on your own.

Day 6 Isle of Skye Day Trip

Explore the Isle of Skye on a full-day excursion to this stunning island which was occupied in prehistoric times, then settled by Gaelic-speaking Scots from Ireland in the first centuries BC. Along the way, stop at the famous Fairy Pools, a natural waterfall phenomenon whose frigid pools are a vivid aqua blue. Legend has it that selkies would come here, shed their skins, change into human form for the night and bathe in the pools under a full moon. Enjoy lunch, then visit Portree, the main town on the Isle of Skye. Spend time wandering the bustling port and thriving cultural center. On your way back, stop at the Glenfinnan Viewpoint to gaze at the impressive views and perhaps a glimpse of the famous Jacobite steam train—also known as the Hogwart’s Express in the Harry Potter novels and films. While here, travel across the Glenfinnan viaduct, 100 ft (30 m) above the ground. Return to Fort William for an evening on your own and dinner at your leisure.

Day 7 Fort William/Glasgow

In the morning, depart for Glasgow. Pass through the untamed wildness of Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands, stopping at incredible vistas along the way, like the Three Sisters Viewpoint. Arrive at Loch Lomond, where you can relax and get lunch on your own. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise on Loch Lomond from the village of Luss. Sail south around the islands passing the ‘Narrows’—a winding stretch of water separating Inchconnachan and Inchtavannach Islands—and enjoy live commentary with tales and fascinating facts about the lake. Arrive in Glasgow in the evening and enjoy dinner on your own in this vibrant city.

Day 8 Glasgow

Spend the day in the port city of Glasgow, known for its Victorian and Art Nouveau architecture, as well as its rich shipbuilding history. In the morning, immerse yourself in a street art tour with a local guide, who will point out stunning murals and share the stories and inspiration behind each piece and the artists that created them. You’ll discover how the art scene in Glasgow has developed dramatically over the last decade as you stroll through alleys and under bridges to uncover some of the wall art taking the city by storm. The afternoon is yours to explore Glasgow on your own. Visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum or join a brewery tour. In the evening, get together with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner.

Day 9 Glasgow

Depart at any time.

What's Included

• Your Journeys Highlight Moment: The Scottish Crannog Centre Visit, Stirling
• Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Pitlochry Guided Walk, Pitlochry
• Edinburgh orientation walk
• Edinburgh Castle Visit & Audio Tour
• Pitlochry orientation walk
• Sheepdog farm visit
• Loch Ness scenic drive
• Isle of Sky day visit
• Culloden Moor visit
• Stirling Castle visit
• Whisky distillery tour and tasting
• Glenfinnan Viaduct viewpoint
• Glencoe visit
• Glasgow street art tour
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (8nts).

8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner Allow USD380-495 for meals not included.

Transportation

Private vehicle, boat, walking.

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CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

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"It's a great way to see Scotland and learn about the history and culture." Ela, traveled in May 2024

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"We really enjoyed the tour. I would have liked to have had more time at Dunnotar Castle, Inverness and in St Andrews." Andrea, traveled in June 2022

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"It has a fast but comfortable pace, allowing us to experience both large and small cities, and many historical sites along the way." Anne, traveled in August 2023

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"Setting up the trip and tracking costs, payments and options were all done very well through the website." Richard, traveled in September 2023

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Such a great tour. Very active and on-the-go, so we were able to make the most of the time outdoors (instead of a bus). The tour itinerary has some flexibility and shuffling around which is great so you can dodge traffic, incidents. Travelling with young, like minded people. Shoutout to Branka for making this tour so fun, she knew all the best spots (avoiding people!), her enthusiasm and wealth of history knowledge. Highly recommend, 5 stars.

Me and my friend took the 3 day Isle of Skye tour and it exceeded all our expectations. We were lucky to have sunny weather and see the aurora lights but more than that we got really lucky with our tour guide Branka. She had such a positive energy, there was no problem she wouldn’t be able to solve and she had an interesting story to tell about all locations we went to ( plus the whole playlist of music we listen was carefully selected just for the trip). I wouldn’t usually go for a bus tour while on holiday but this one exceeded all my expectations. It’s a great way to see Scotland and learn about the history and culture. Thank you Branka, you’re the best :-) I’ll definitely join your tour again when I’m in Scotland.

The tour started fine; more time in Glasgow would have been better. All we had was a ten-minute bus tour through Glasgow without any information about what was there. At the end of the day, all we got from the tour guide was restaurant suggestions. The travel packet states that we stopped at Loch Ness, but we did not. The tour guide stopped off the road at a parking lot, and we had to walk up a road to look through some bushes and trees and see a partial castle, apparently on Loch Ness. If you were short, you wouldn’t get to see anything. That does not stop at Loch Ness, and the stop at Loch Ness is also listed as a tour highlight for the day, which didn’t happen. There were so many stops we could have made but didn’t. When we stopped at Glenfinnan, the tour guide only talked about the Harry Potter reference, no mention of the Jacobite monument. The tour was constantly filled with Harry Potter references, the guide’s political opinions, and insufficient historical references. No one cares what the tour guide’s political views are; just do your job. Also, at the same stop, it was the only stop with food available, and there was only a little café where several people did not get their orders after they paid, and the tour guide did not care. Some of the people on the tour also missed the monument because the tour guide did not mention it. The Aberdeen Altens Hotel was a complete disaster. The hotel was out in the middle of nowhere. If you didn’t go on the optional excursion, then you were stranded at the hotel with minimal options, such as a pool, where you had to make an appointment to use. It was not available, the hotel had an escape room in the basement which sounds like to beginning of a horror movie, but thankfully it was not open that day, or you could take a taxi where the closet place was a ten minute drive. Still, everything was closed that day, and the taxis don’t drive around the city, so you must remember to take down the number to get back to the hotel. Also, the dinner at this hotel was a disaster; it took over three hours to get through a substandard dinner. The chicken was dry, the potatoes were terrible, the fishcakes were overcooked, and even the dessert was awful. The tour guide didn’t even stay for dinner, and then the following day, she explained that Globus knew about the problem with the amount of time it takes to get dinner and that there was nothing they could do about it. Yes, there is; use a different hotel, location, etc. The fact that this is a known problem and Globus does nothing is despicable. This hotel and location are terrible choices by Globus. The tour of The Royal Yacht Britannia was a waste of time. It seems like it was just a time waster until dinner. Overall, this tour was below satisfactory and not worth the money.

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"Absolutely recommend!! great oportunity for people interested in beautiful landscapes and history. There are people from different countries and that makes the experience way more fun. The guide was really good, telling stories and showing scottish music!

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Follow in the footsteps of cultural heroes and visit the land that brought legends to life. Whether you have been inspired by the poetry of Robert Burns or been swept away by Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander novels, these unique itineraries showcase the very best of what Scotland has to offer.

The holiday suggestions on our website are examples of the amazing trips we can offer , which are created uniquely for you by our award-winning specialists. Think of the itineraries below as inspiration for your specialised tailor-made escape. These can be customised to suit your preferences and individual requirements. Our packages include hand-picked accommodation, a personalised information pack, and 24-hour support from our dedicated team.

Outlander Tour

Historic borders of scotland & england, james bond tour, castle to castle, literary scotland, burns country & the scottish borders, myths & legends of scotland, scotland on screen, historic scotland.

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• Follow in Jamie and Claire's footsteps across Scotland
• Explore historic Edinburgh - Scotland's magical capital city
• Discover Doune Castle, aka Castle Leoch in the Outlander TV series

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• Discover medieval castles and abbeys in the Scottish Borders
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• Dramatic castles and golden beaches on the sparkling Northumberland coast

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• Visit Scotland’s largest collection of James Bond memorabilia and enjoy a cocktail at the 007 Bar
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• Spectacular Glen Etive and Glencoe, dramatically featured in Skyfall

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• Balmoral Castle, the Scottish home of the Royal Family
• Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Mile & The Palace of Holyrood House
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• Explore the Scottish Borders, birthplace of Sir Walter Scott
• Take a literary tour of Scotland’s capital Edinburgh, a UNESCO City of Literature
• Discover the romantic and inspiring Trossachs National Park

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• Visit the magnificent ruins of Melrose Abbey - the resting place of the heart of Robert the Bruce
• Explore the charming region of Ayrshire, which inspired Scotland's Bard, Rabbie Burns
• Experience the unspoilt beauty of Dumfries and Galloway, home to the only Dark Sky Park in Europe

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• Experience life on the edge in the Outer Hebrides, including the mysterious Standing Stones of Callanish
• Visit dramatic Dunnottar Castle - one of the most striking and romantic ruined castles in Scotland
• Get lost in the breathtaking scenery of The Cairngorms - Britain’s largest national park

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• The magical Isle of Skye and the breathtaking Trotternish Peninsula
• Glencoe, Scotland's most famous and atmospheric glen featured in Skyfall
• Ride the Jacobite Steam Train aka The Hogwarts Express

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• Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Mile and Holyrood Palace
• Infamous castles including Stirling, Urquhart & Eilean Donan
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The Celtic Experience

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• Hour Glass Duration: One Day
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Explore Celtic History in Scotland!

Travel through Scotland’s Celtic landscapes and follow in the footsteps of kings on this beautiful one-day tour. The Kilmartin Glen is famous for its stone circles, prehistoric rock carvings, and ancient hill forts that were home to the earliest kings of Dal Riata.

Tour Highlights:

• Luss by the banks of Loch Lomond
• Achnabreck rock carvings
• Dunadd hill fort
• Nether Largie standing stones and cairns

Tour Details:

• Departs from your accommodation at 8 a.m.
• Returns at 7 p.m. approximately
• Bring waterproof clothing and walking shoes!
• Transportation
• Air conditioning as standard
• The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
• Tour exclusions – Entry fees to visitor attractions
• Estimated cash needed for lunch and visitor attractions would be £30
• Leaving your hotel, we drive through Scotland’s beautiful Trossachs National Park, where the Lowlands meet the Highlands before we arrive at our first location, Luss. This picture-perfect little village sits on the banks of Loch Lomond and is the perfect way to introduce you to our beautiful country.
• We then journey towards Inveraray, where we stop for a refreshment break before driving into the Kilmartin Glen, which is home to over 800 prehistoric and historic sites.
• Our first prehistoric site of the day is the incredible Achnabreck rock carvings, which are believed to be over 5000 years old. This is one of the finest examples of prehistoric rock art in Scotland. Spread over several outcrops, the carvings are extensive and complex, with spirals and massive multiple ring marks, some reaching over 1 m across.
• We then take the short drive to Dunadd Hill Fort, which was home to a fort 2,000 years ago and a royal power center of Gaelic kings in the 500s to 800s AD. Enjoy the spectacular views from the rocky outcrop over the Moine Mhor and place your foot in the footsteps of the kings of Dal Riata.
• Kilmartin is our next destination, where we can be inspired by the ancient burial cairns, stone circles, and standing stones. The oldest monuments in the Glen are believed to be over 5000 years old and probably used for burial sites and other Neolithic practices.
• We then drive back to Inveraray to enjoy a traditional Scottish meal in the famous George Hotel by the banks of Loch Fyne before we drive you back to your accommodation.

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Ancestry & Clan Tours & Research

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Ancestry & Clan Research Tours

Ancestry & Clan Research Tours: Work with Professional Genealogist APG & SGS Member & qualified STGA & HOSTGA tour guide for all your family/ancestry research . We personalise a private tour to allow you ‘to walk in the footsteps of your ancestors’.

Work with our Professional Genealogist and qualified HOSTGA & STGA Tour Guide, for your family and/or clan research – then bespoke a memorable private tour to allow you ‘to walk in the footsteps of your ancestors’.

RobbieMac offers professional Scottish and colonial genealogy services and has worked with numerous clients worldwide to:

• Research their family ancestry and / or clan history.
• Compile Family History Reports.
• Driver/Guide personalised Ancestral and Clanlands Tours.
• History and Highlands specialist.
• Provide advice & guidance on organising Family Reunions & Clan Gatherings.

Robyn is lead researcher and is a professional genealogist and tour guide:

• Professional genealogist for over 20 years specialising in Scottish Families, Highland Clans and the Returning Scots Diaspora.
• Member of Scottish Genealogy Society.
• Member of the Association of Professional Genealogists.
• Scottish Tour Guides Association (STGA) registered and insured Tour Guide.
• Highlands of Scotland Tour Guides Association (HOSTGA) registered and insured Tour Guide.

She brings vast professional expertise and local knowledge to your ancestral tour or clan enquiries. We will work with you via email, telephone, Facebook, ZOOM or Skype to carry out research before your tour. to ensure you get the most out of it.

It is important to us that we ensure our personal Family History Report is comprehensive, and that the bespoke ancestral or clan tour, and/or family meetings or gathering, make your trip to Scotland very, very special! We create a ‘personal bespoke package’ to suit individual interests and research outcome depending on the results of your research.

Research can be challenging in some instances. Many are surprised to find they have Scots-Irish or colonial connections – and this opens up a whole new avenue of research and family history for them.

Local knowledge makes a world of difference. Tailor-made tours are crafted by trusted local experts, once your family history has been researched and your tour outline agreed. The big question is: how long do you want to spend on your ancestry tour?

Be warned, it will be a very emotional tour when you walk in the ‘footsteps of your ancestors’!

• Thurso, Scrabster, Wick, Castle of Mey, John o'Groats, Invergordon., Inverness or Dornoch – or location agreed when booking.
• Cruise Ship and Ferry passengers are met by the guide outside service port gate, a short walk from the gangway.
• Train passengers are met by guide at Wick or Thurso Rail Stations.

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• Half Day (4 Hours); Day (8 Hours); or Extended Multi Day Tours - to be agreed when finalising tour.

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We commit to making our world a little bit better, one step and one experience at a time by:

• Membership of: Green Tourism, National Trust, RSPB, World Wildlife Foundation
• Working with ‘local businesses and services’ to build our tours
• Raising the % of meals on offer, based on local cuisine and local produce
• Regular rubbish pickups at the local scenic point

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January — December

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• Invergordon
• John o' Groats
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• Small coach
• Large Group (31+)
• Medium Group (17-30)
• Small Group (1-16)

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Enjoy a great Scottish Highlands 'Experience' with: -Ancestry & Clan Tours & Ancestral Research (Walk in the footsteps of your Ancestors) -Bespoke /Custom Tours in the Far North -Corporate & Events Management Tours -Step-on Guiding - your vehicle or ours

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New Scottish tour for land reform artwork

The dramatic history of Scotland’s community landownership movement is the subject of a dynamic new art exhibition touring Scotland in the Travelling Gallery this summer.

Scotland’s land has long been uniquely concentrated in the hands of private landowners. The ‘Where We Stand’ exhibition will highlight six artworks that reflect how ordinary communities secured ownership of the land where they live, and created something transformational.

Where We Stand   is a   partnership between Travelling   Gallery   and Community Land Scotland, as part of the 100 Years of Community Ownership   project, funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the Scottish Government. The exhibition is also funded by Creative Scotland and supported by The City of Edinburgh Council.

Community Land Scotland, Curator, Iain Craig, says: " Where We Stand will reflect the dramatic story of community landownership in Scotland – how people came together to upend Scotland’s challenging land history to create a better place for future generations. The exhibition will tell the stories and achievements of the pioneers of   community ownership.

"The six works in this exhibition capture something of the breadth and talent and imagination found in communities across Scotland - communities which try to revive their areas and live in balance with the natural world around them."

The exhibition and tour will be launched in Edinburgh on Friday (June 7) before visiting Harris and Lewis next week and Argyll on June 18-21. The tour includes, West Dunbartonshire, Lanarkshire, Clackmannanshire, Dumfries and Galloway, and The Borders. It finishes at The Edinburgh Festival in August.

Lewis-based artist, Virgina Hutchison, highlights the link between Gaelic language and Land.

"‘ I’ve heard Gaelic described as a language that is felt, and as I listen to the Gaelic place names that scatter north Lewis like a billion stars, the intricate relationship between people and place unfolds, a relationship with the land that is so close and so ancient that it is not easily erased by ownership.

"There’s a power to the stories we weave through rocks, a radical act that is unfolding through each of these projects.’

Edinburgh City Council, Culture and Communities Convener, Councillor Val Walker says: “It’s important that we take time to reflect on the story of community landownership in Scotland, and this exhibition allows us to do just that.

"I encourage everyone to visit the exhibition when it is in Edinburgh to gain a better understanding of our history through the six unique pieces of artwork on display, that not only tell a story, but showcase the talent found in communities across Scotland.”

Find out more at; 100years.scot and www.travellinggallery.com