Join this exciting day tour and experience the Highland Games in one of the 10 stunning locations across Scotland, joining the 900-year-old tradition of throwing hammers, battling in tug-or-war, tossing the caber, and attempting some Highland dancing.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 9 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Participating in the tradition of a Clan Gathering in the beautiful Highlands
- Give it your best shot in hammer throwing and caber tossing
- Get festive with some Highland dancing and bagpipe competitions
Full description
The Highland Games are renowned world-wide as a test of strength between competing clans. These athletic contests date back over 900 years and are a fantastic spectacle of Highland dancing, pipe band displays, hammer throwing, tug-of-war, and tossing the caber.
And lucky for you, several Highland Games have been organized at various locations throughout Scotland, each with its own local charm and character, including the famous Braemar Gathering. Simply choose one (or more) of the dates below, and battle on!
Highland Games Program – 2018
Blair Atholl Gathering - Sunday 27th May 2018
Glamis Gathering - Sunday 10th June 2018
Luss Gathering - Saturday 7th July 2018
Bridge of Allan Gathering - Sunday 5th August 2018
Crieff Gathering - Sunday 19th August 2018
Braemar Gathering - Saturday 1st September 2018
Pitlochry Gathering - Saturday 8th September 2018
Includes
- Entrance Fee into Highland Games
- Full-day excursion in a Mercedes-Benz midi-coach
- Services of a professional local guide throughout the tour
- Meal options
Not suitable for
- Children under 5 years
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB
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Know before you go
- Travel insurance is recommended
- Please be advised that children under 5 years old may not take part in the tour, while anyone under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. There are no maximum age restrictions
