Outlander Tour with entry to Castles
Outlander Tour with entry to Castles
Outlander Tour with entry to Castles
Outlander Tour with entry to Castles
Outlander Tour with entry to Castles
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Outlander Tour with entry to Castles

Depart from Edinburgh
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Service language: English (select your preferred language in the package options)
Duration: 9 hrs
Available from Feb 27
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US$145.95

Highlights

Culross, the fictional village of Cranesmuir, Falkland, setting for 1940's Inverness, Midhope Castle - the real-life Lallybroch, Linlithgow Palace used as Wentworth Prison
Itinerary
Meeting points: From 5 February 2024 we will be departing from 60 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1TB. Please note that all tours departing before this date will depart from inside Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J. There are 2 en High Street 60 Itinerary: Outlander Explorer

As we leave the capital we learn about the Old and New Town of Edinburgh while we head towards our first stop of the day, Midhope Castle* – the real-life Lallybroch and home of Jamie Fraser.

We then visit Doune Castle*, one of Scotland's best preserved medieval castles and used as the filming location for Castle Leoch in Outlander. The castle is also featured as Winterfell in Game of Thrones and in Monty Python's Holy Grail.

Our journey takes us on to the Kingdom of Fife, an area of great historical importance and the ancestral home of Scottish monarchs. We spend time for lunch in Culross, the fictional village of ‘Cranesmuir' where Claire was accused of witchcraft. This charming village is the most complete example of a 17th and 18th century burgh in Scotland today.

After lunch we continue to the village of Falkland, used for filming 1940's Inverness. With over 28 listed buildings it gives a good representation of this period. Our final Outlander filming location of the day is the impressive Blackness Castle, featured as Fort William in the series. The castle also treats us to awe-inspiring views of the iconic Forth Bridge, inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We arrive back in Edinburgh in the early evening.

Doune Castle, Blackness Castle, and Linlithgow Castle will be closed on the following dates in December for the Outlander tours:

Thursday 25th December
Friday 26th December
Saturday 27th December
Wednesday 31st December

On the 1st and 2nd of January the castles on the Outlander tour will be closed.

Doune Castle - Closed

Blackness Castle - Closed

Linlithgow Palace - Closed

Midhope is open on 2-4 January, and then will be closed until mid-March.

**The Outlander tour will be altered until 19 October due to filming at Doune Castle and Blackness Castle.  When one castle is closed it will be replaced with Linlithgow Palace which was also used in Outlander. When Doune Castle and Blackness Castle are both closed the replacements will be Linlithgow Palace and Culross Palace. 

We are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals. Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.

Product details

Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from Outlander, with a local Scottish Guide regaling all the gruesome history and stories which inspired Diana Gabaldon. We take you on a journey to some of the most famous Outlander filming locations such as Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch, Doune Castle, the seat of Clan MacKenzie and the impressive Blackness Castle, the setting for Fort William. Your guide will give you an insight into the history and stories of each location, making this the perfect trip for those looking for a quick Outlander fix.


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What's included
Doune Castle entry Midhope Castle entry Blackness Castle entry Local Guide Downloadable Audio Guides are available in Chinese, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish
Eligibility
Adult: Age 17 to 59
Child: Age 5 to 16
Senior: Age 60+
Student: Age 18+
How to use
Please note: Departing from 60 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1TB. We are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals. Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities. All attractions are subject to availability. Third party suppliers have the right to close attractions/suspend operations at any time Please check-in at 8:15 Adults / Students must be over 18 at the time of travel. Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card. Currently this tour includes entry to Doune Castle. Starting on 16 March 2024, entry will be inlcuded for all three castles Please note that there are dates throughout the year where Doune Castle and Midhope Castle are closed for filming and estate activity. Travel insurance is recommended Please note that we cannot guarantee that people who have booked together will be seated together. We do ot allocate seats. It is very important to return to the coach on time at itinerary stops. Your guide will display the time that the bus departson a clock that will be visible. Our coach cannot wait for you. 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 If you need organise to transport from your accommodation to our departure point please book it via the hotel concierge. We have had a lot of feedback from customers saying that Uber taxi's are not showing up. Please arrive to check-in 15 minutes before departure The drop-off location is Waterloo Place in central Edinburgh Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark. There are dates throughout the year where Doune Castle and Midhope Castle may be closed for filming and estate activity. Alternative stops will be included. Cancellation of Day Tours: A full refund will be given if the cancellation is made more than 24 hours prior to the tour's departure time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to the departure time will incur a 100% fee. In this new, fast-changing Covid-19 era,to give you peace of mind,when you are travelling during these new times All our guests are asked to follow hygiene practices recommended by the World Health Organization and local Government guidelines. • Regular washing of hands and sanitising when required • Please bring your own: o Hand sanitiser. • Temperature checks will be taken at the start of each day on tour. If your temperature is above 37.5 degrees, you may not be able to travel. • Maintain social distancing. o You need to make the Guide aware if you develop any COVID like symptoms. • You need to make the Guide aware if you develop any Covid like symptoms. Update to COVID Government Guidelines in Scotland As per government guidelines, the use of masks whilst on our tour coaches is no longer compulsory. Should our staff or passengers wish to keep wearing masks whilst on the coach they can. We will keep the hand sanitiser and enhanced cleaning procedures in place. Passport / Photo ID card Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card Travel insurance Comfortable walking shoes, and a waterproof jacket Booking in advance 0 days Live tour guide GUIDED:English HEADPHONES:Chinese,Italian,French,German,Portuguese,Spanish
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 00:00, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 00:00 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
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