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From Edinburgh: Outlander Experience 2-Day Tour

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Activity provider:Highland Experience Tours
From Edinburgh: Outlander Experience 2-Day Tour
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Top rated
4.742647 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.742647 out of 5 stars
136 reviews

Follow in the footsteps of Claire and Jamie during this Outlander themed 2-day tour.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 7 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 2 days
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 16 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Debby – United States

Steven b from Highland Experience tours was excellent. He was informative and funny. We ha ample time at all of our stops. As an Outlander fan, I would highly recommend both him and the tour

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Thais – Portugal

We had an amazing experience: Rob's good humor and knowledge of Scottish history made for the perfect tour! Not to mention the breathtaking landscape! We would definitely want to come back to Scotland someday and see more of the Highlands!

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Day 1

See Scotland's Castles

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Visit Blackness Castle

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    Depart Edinburgh

    Leave the hustle and bustle of the city to journey back in time. Your first stop is Midhope Castle (entrance fee included), the external location for Lallybroch, the family home of Jamie Fraser. This 15th-century castle is largely intact outside, but sadly derelict within.

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    Visit Blackness Castle

    Continue to reach Blackness Castle, overlooking the Firth of Forth. The castle was used as the backdrop for Fort William.

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    Explore Doune Castle

    Onwards to Doune Castle, better known as Castle Leoch, home to Colum Mackenzie. The castle also appeared in Monty Python and the Holy Grail.

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    Head into the Highlands

    Continue your drive into the Highlands and through Glen Coe. Make a quick stop at the iconic Loch Ness.

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    Arrive in Inverness

    Spend the night in Inverness.

Day 2

Explore Outlander Highlights

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit Blackness Castle, Doune Castle, and Midhope Castle on an Outlander Tour
  • Step back in time 4000 years ago to Clava Cairns
  • Explore Falkland Village and the infamous Loch Ness
  • See Culloden Battlefield, the scene of the last battle fought on British soil
  • Discover living history at the Highland Folk Museum

Includes

  • Transportation
  • One night accommodation and breakfast
  • Driver/Guide
  • Midhope (subject to availability)
  • Doune Castle entrance
  • Meals
  • Admissions not listed in inclusions

Not suitable for

  • Children under 3 years

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Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  • Children under 3 years old are not permitted on the tour
  • Please note the luggage restrictions: Maximum weight: 15kg, maximum size: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person plus small carry on
  • Midhope Castle may close at short notice for filming
  • If you are travelling alone, please choose the ‘Single Room’ option or we may not be able to accept your booking
  • Double/twin room: these rooms are for 2 people. If 3 people choose this option, you will be allocated a family room for 3, subject to availability. If you prefer 2 rooms, you must choose ‘Single Room’ for one person
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From $335 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 136 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Debby – United StatesApril 20, 2025 – Verified booking
Steven b from Highland Experience tours was excellent. He was informative and funny. We ha ample time at all of our stops. As an Outlander fan, I would highly recommend both him and the tour

Response from provider

April 27, 2025

Hi Debby, Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re so glad to hear that Steven B made your tour enjoyable with his knowledge and humour. It’s great to know you had ample time at each stop and that, as an Outlander fan, you’d recommend the tour. We’d love to welcome you back again soon! Kind regards, Helen Highland Experience

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Thais – PortugalSeptember 20, 2024 – Verified booking
We had an amazing experience: Rob's good humor and knowledge of Scottish history made for the perfect tour! Not to mention the breathtaking landscape! We would definitely want to come back to Scotland someday and see more of the Highlands!
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Paul – New ZealandSeptember 17, 2024 – Verified booking
It was a good group size - not too many. Would have been nice to stay longer at Culledon Moor.

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