Tour Information
Short Description
- Duration: 11 hrs
- Departure Location: Edinburgh, Hotel Pick-Up
- Availability: All year
- Departs / Returns: 08:00 / 19:00
- Price: £875 for max 7 people.
A Highland Journey Through Time & Beauty
There are landscapes in Scotland that are more than just scenery—they are stories carved into the land, echoes of the past carried on the wind. This journey takes you into the very heart of the Highlands, through landscapes that have witnessed triumph and tragedy, past castles that have stood firm against the ages, and to lochs whose waters hold the reflections of Scotland’s soul.
This is not just a tour; it is a passage through history, legend, and raw, untamed beauty.
Tour Highlights
- Forth Bridges – Engineering marvels spanning centuries of Scottish innovation
- Linlithgow Palace – Birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots
- The Kelpies – The world’s largest equine sculptures, standing as a tribute to Scotland’s working horses
- Stirling Castle – A fortress of kings, heroes, and battles
- Loch Lubnaig – A tranquil Highland loch, nestled among rolling hills
- Doune Castle – Famed for its appearances in Outlander, Monty Python, and Game of Thrones
- Meet the Highland Cows – A friendly encounter with Scotland’s most beloved shaggy residents
- Rannoch Moor – A hauntingly beautiful expanse of untouched wilderness
- Glencoe – A valley of towering peaks and poignant history
- Castle Stalker – A lone castle on an island, a picture of medieval romance
- Loch Linnhe – A shimmering stretch of water along the west coast
- Kilchurn Castle – A striking ruin on the shores of Loch Awe
- Loch Lomond & Luss – Scotland’s largest loch and its prettiest village
Full Description
The Journey North – Through Time & Legend
The road from Edinburgh carries us through Scotland’s ever-changing landscapes. The mighty Forth Bridges rise before us, testaments to Scottish engineering brilliance. From the iron latticework of the 19th-century rail bridge to the sweeping lines of the modern Queensferry Crossing, they are Scotland’s gateway to adventure.
Linlithgow Palace – A Royal Birthplace
Our first stop is Linlithgow Palace, where Mary, Queen of Scots first saw the world. Though roofless now, its stone walls still echo with the laughter and whispers of monarchs long gone. Standing by its great loch, it is easy to picture the regal processions that once filled its halls.
The Kelpies – Giants of Myth & Steel
A short journey takes us to The Kelpies, towering at 30 meters, the largest equine sculptures in the world. These mythical beasts, inspired by Scotland’s legendary water horses, shimmer in the daylight—guardians of history and industry, frozen in steel.
Stirling Castle – A Fortress of Kings
Crowning its volcanic rock, Stirling Castle commands the land below, just as it has for centuries. The site of battles, coronations, and betrayals, it was once home to the Stuart kings and queens. From its ramparts, the land stretches out, revealing the echoes of the battlefield of Bannockburn, where Robert the Bruce secured Scotland’s independence.
Doune Castle – A Star of Screen & History
Next, we reach Doune Castle, a stronghold of medieval Scotland, known to many as Castle Leoch from Outlander, Winterlfell in Game of Thrones , and even the backdrop for Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Its thick walls have seen feasts, battles, and betrayals, and still stand as a silent witness to the passage of time.
Into the Highlands – A Land of Mountains & Mysteries
The road climbs higher, winding through valleys and glens, past the shimmering waters of Loch Lubnaig, where the air is thick with the scent of pine.
Meet the Highland Cows – The Furry Ambassadors of Scotland
As we journey deeper into the Highlands, we take a moment to visit Scotland’s beloved Highland cows. With their long, shaggy coats and gentle eyes, they are as much a part of this land as the hills themselves.
Rannoch Moor – Scotland’s Last Great Wilderness
A vast, open moorland unfolds before us—Rannoch Moor, a place of haunting beauty. Here, the land stretches wide and wild, untouched, a reminder of Scotland’s raw and rugged nature.
Glencoe – A Place of Awe
The road bends, and suddenly, Glencoe reveals itself. Towering peaks rise on either side, their faces scarred by time. This is a place of breathtaking Scenery. We take time to walk amidst its beauty, breathing in the crisp mountain air, feeling the weight of history in the silence of the glen.
A traditional Highland lunch awaits at Clachaig Inn, a place where travelers have gathered for centuries to share stories, warmth, and good Scottish fare.
The West Coast & Lochs of Legend
Castle Stalker – A Castle on an Island
Further west, Castle Stalker emerges from the waters of Loch Laich. A lone tower, marooned on its own little island, it looks like something out of a fairy tale—a true medieval stronghold. A perfect place to toast the day that is in it with a dram of Scotland's finest Whisky.
Loch Linnhe – Where the Sea Meets the Highlands
The road takes us along the shimmering shores of Loch Linnhe, its waters reflecting the sky above. This sea loch is where the Highlands meet the coast, a land of fishermen, islands, and endless horizons.
Kilchurn Castle & Loch Awe – Ruins & Reflections
Our journey then leads to Kilchurn Castle, standing proud on the shores of Loch Awe. The crumbling ruins, set against a backdrop of misty hills, tell tales of clan rivalries, battles, and Highland warriors.
The Journey South – The Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond
Luss – A Highland Village by the Water
As we turn south, Loch Lomond spreads before us—Scotland’s largest and most famous loch. Nestled along its shore, the charming village of Luss welcomes us with its stone cottages, flower-filled gardens, and peaceful shores. A perfect place to breathe in the Highland air one last time.
Views of Glasgow
The final stretch of our journey takes us past Glasgow, its skyline marking a return to modern Scotland. Once an industrial powerhouse, now a city of art, culture, and music, it stands as a testament to Scotland’s ever-evolving story.
A Highland Journey to Remember
As we return to Edinburgh, the echoes of the Highlands linger. The mountains, the glens, the castles—they are not just places, but experiences that stay with you, woven into the fabric of memory. This is the Scotland of legend, of warriors and poets, of kings and dreamers.