Welcome to Pitlochry
Pitlochry, with the scent of the Highlands already in the air, is a popular stop on the way north. In summer the main street can be a conga line of tour groups, but linger a while and it can still charm – on a quiet spring evening it's a pretty place with salmon leaping in the Tummel and good things brewing at the Moulin Hotel.
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Loch Ness, Highlands, Glencoe Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Rabbie's ToursCheck-in at least 15 mins prior to published departure time and meet with your driver for the day.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Glencoe Mountain, Ballachulish, Glencoe, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandBe moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Fort Augustus, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandFort Augustus boasts the Caledonian Canal, which is a great spot to relax and watch the boats sail by. You stop here for nearly 1hour 30min to give you time for lunch and time to take in the scenery around Scotland's most famous loch.Duration: 1 hour 30 minutesStop At: Loch Ness, Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandTake a chance to go on an optional boat cruise or wander around this alluring and eerie loch.Duration: 1 hour 30 minutesPass By: Cairngorms National Park, Aviemore and the Cairngorms, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandTravel through thick pine-clad slopes and take in views of fast-flowing rivers.
Scottish Highlands, Glencoe, and Loch Ness Tour from Glasgow
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Rabbie's Tours GlasgowCheck-in 15 mins prior to published departure time and meet with your driver for the day.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Glencoe Mountain, Ballachulish, Glencoe, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandBe moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Loch Ness, Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandTake a chance to go on an optional boat cruise or wander around this alluring and eerie loch.Duration: 1 hour
2-Day Loch Ness and Inverness Small Group Tour from Edinburgh
ItineraryDay 1: Edinburgh - Fort Augustus - InvernessStop At: Loch Lubnaig, Callander, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, ScotlandEnjoy this wonderful landscape and perfect stop for great photos!Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Glencoe Mountain, Ballachulish, Glencoe, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandBe moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tale of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Urquhart Castle, Drumnadrochit, Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandTake a chance to explore a ruined castle overlooking Loch Ness.Take a chance to explore a ruined castle overlooking Loch Ness.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Loch Ness, Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandTake a chance to go on an optional boat cruise (April - October) or wander around the shores of this alluring and eerie loch.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Commando Monument, Spean Bridge, Lochaber, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandScenic views and quick photo stop at this inspirational memorial.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Inverness ScotlandThe ‘Capital of the Highlands’ blends Victorian architecture with a lively modern lifestyle.Duration: 5 hoursNo meals included on this day.Accommodation included: Overnight in Inverness.Day 2: Inverness - Culloden - Pitlochry - EdinburghStop At: Culloden Battlefield, Culloden Moor, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandExperience the Battle of Culloden, admire Jacovite artefacts and visit the powerfully moving site of the final Jacobite RisingDuration: 35 minutesStop At: Clava Cairns, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandTravel through winding back roads and discover a 4,000 year old cemetery.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Dalwhinnie Distillery, Dalwhinnie, Scottish Highlands, Scotland(optional stop depending on the itinerary of the day - not guaranteed)Tour and tasting (with chocolate and free whisky glass)Duration: 45 minutesStop At: House of Bruar at Blair Atholl, Blair Atholl, Perth and Kinross, ScotlandOpportunity to either walk to a scenic waterfall or passengers can visit the shopping/food area.Duration: 45 minutesPass By: Cairngorms National Park, Aviemore and the Cairngorms, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandGaze in awe at Scotland’s most beautifully rounded peaks.No meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.
Highland Lochs, Glens, Whisky Small Group from Edinburgh
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Rabbie's Cafe BarMeet here for boarding 15 mins before the published departure time.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: The Hermitage Woodland Walk, Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross, ScotlandVenture through dense woodland and enjoy gushing views of a gorgeous waterfall.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Queen's View, Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross, ScotlandEnjoy an iconic view said to have been a favourite of queens.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Dewar's Aberfeldy DistilleryTaste the ‘water of life’ and learn to love it like a true Scotsman.* Starting from November 2018, Dewar's distillery is closed on various dates throughout the winter. On these days you will be visiting Glenturret distillery instead.Duration: 1 hour 30 minutesStop At: Dunkeld Cathedral, Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross, ScotlandThis village is surrounded by luscious forest, and boasts an incredible ruined cathedral.Duration: 30 minutes
Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness, and Glen Coe from Edinburgh
Meet at a central location in Edinburgh and head toward the Scottish Highlands on a comfortable coach to begin your daylong adventure. On the way, see the impressive new Queensferry Crossing and the Forth Railway Bridge (UNESCO Heritage Site), a red cantilever bridge connecting Edinburgh to the countryside. Stop in the picturesque town of Pitlochry for a cup of tea or some home-baked cakes (own expense). Make your way through Britain’s highest mountain range in Cairngorms National Park, taking in sensational panoramas at every turn. Then, arrive at Loch Ness, where you will have time to have lunch at a nearby restaurant or enjoy a picnic (own expense). If weather conditions permit, hop on a boat with your guide and enjoy a cruise and tour the famous ruins of Urquhart Castle (own expense) around this world-famous loch. Keep your eyes peeled for the legendary Loch Ness Monster, a dinosaur-like creature who some believe lurks deep beneath these waters. Have your camera ready – even if you don’t spot ‘Nessie,’ the atmospheric Loch Ness area is beautiful. Should you choose not to take the boat and castle tour - free time to explore the charming highland village of Drumnadrochit.Continue your drive to Glen Coe, a lushly rugged glen formed by an ice age glacier. Learn how this breathtaking place was the site of a terrible massacre in 1692 that took the lives of scores of members of the MacDonald clan. On the way back to Edinburgh, pass by Stirling, an ancient Scottish city known as the ‘Gateway to the Highlands.’ Admire the town’s magnificent cliffside castle as you hear tales of William Wallace, a medieval Scottish war hero who was immortalized in the Oscar-winning film Braveheart. Your tour concludes in central Edinburgh.
3-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh
DetailsYou will get to experience Scotland through its scenery, culture and history in this three day tour brought to you by one of our fantastic driver-guides. Depart from Edinburgh and day one will take you through the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. You’ll have to time to explore a picturesque villages perched on the banks of the loch. From here we’ll head a further north to one of the most beautiful places in Scotland, Glen Coe. Once sight of the gruesome MacDonald Clan Massacre; this glen of dramatic mountains and waterfalls will be a highlight of your Scottish trip. Your lunchtime stop will be in Fort William, many films were shot in or near this bustling Highland town. You can also take in views of Ben Nevis, the UK's tallest peak. Our day ends with a visit to one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, Eilean Donan (own expense). Perched on a small tidal island where Loch Duich, Loch Long and Loch Alsh meet, the backdrop to the castle is as unforgettable as the castle itself.Overnight: Isle of SkyeAfter breakfast, your second day is dedicated to the Isle of Skye. Your experienced driver-guide will ensure you get the most out of your day on the island based on weather and your group. You’ll be able to enjoy a leisurely lunch (own expense) in the colorful harbor town of Portree. The rest of the afternoon will be spent taking you to various beautiful spots such as Kilt Rock, the Old Man of Storr and the opportunity to taste a few drams of whisky.Overnight: Skye.After another restful night of the Isle of Skye, we’ll journey off the island to Loch Ness, the deepest loch in the UK and home of the famous monster Nessie. There are many ways to experience the beauty and mystery, perhaps a Jacobite cruise (own expense) to see Urquhart Castle (own expense) or just monster spotting from the shore, the choice is yours! We’ll then make our way to Culloden Battlefield. Here you have the chance to stand upon the place of the famous 1745 battle, and learn about it in the interactive visitor centre (own expense). We’ll then journey south to the pretty town of Pitlochry perched on the River Tummel, before returning to the capital city of Edinburgh.