About Scotland

Our tour of the Highlands takes in some of the most beautiful scenery Scotland has to offer.

Our journey takes us through wild mountain landscapes, romantic lochs, prehistoric burial cairns, standing stones, medieval castles, crystal clear waters, beautiful sandy beaches and stunning coastlines.

We don’t stick to rigid timetables like larger tour operators, our Private tours are tailored to your specific needs meaning we stop when YOU want us to. We also get off the beating track and take you to those hidden gems you wouldn’t normally see.

Day 1

From your accommodation we drive to the pretty village of Luss, nestling on the “Bonnie” banks of Loch Lomond. Moving on we take the scenic road over the “Rest and be Thankful” to Inveraray Castle, the ancestral home of the “Duke of Argyll” Chief of the Clan Campbell. After a visit to the Castle perhaps have some lunch at the superb 16^th century George Hotel. Heading on along the shores of Loch Fyne we arrive at Kilmartin Glen one the most important archaeological sites in Europe with more than 300 prehistoric and historic sites including ancient burial cairns, rock carvings, and standing stones, from Kilmartin we journey on to the bustling harbour town of Oban for the evening.

Day 2

After breakfast we head to the iconic 14^th century Castle Stalker built by the Stewarts of Appin before making our way to the spectacular mountain pass of Glencoe, scene of the infamous massacre of the Clan MacDonald in 1692. From here we head West passing “Ben Nevis” Britain’s highest mountain to Neptune’s Staircase on the Caledonian Canal, then onto Glenfinnan Viaduct, featured in the Harry Potter Movies. Moving on we drive to Camusdarach beach, famous from the movie Local Hero. On to the Silver Sands of Morar, offering magnificent views over to the Islands of Eigg and Rum before arriving at the fishing Port of Malliag where we take the MUST DO! Ferry crossing over the sea to Skye. Arriving on Skye we visit Armadale Castle and Clan Donald Museum before travelling north to Sligachan where we stop to glance at the spectacular views of the Black Cuillin Ridge, from here we head to the picturesque harbour town of Portree for the evening.

Day 3

And time to explore more of Skye. We head north following the Trotternish Peninsular stopping at the Old Man of Storr pinnacles before a short drive to the impressive Kilt Rock, 200ft high cliffs said to resemble pleats on a Kilt! There’s also a dramatic waterfall to gaze over as it tumbles from the high cliffs to the shore below. Moving on we head west along the narrow country roads to Quirang, another fine example of rock architecture, from here our journey takes us to Dunvegan Castle, home to the Chief of the Clan MacLeod and said to be the oldest inhabited Castle in Scotland. Time permitting we make a stop at Talisker Distillery (Closed Sunday) before heading south over the Skye Bridge to Eilean Donan Castle! Scotland’s most photographed Castle! From here we travel through Kintail  passing the Five Sisters of Kintail to Loch Ness Scotland’s most mysterious Loch and home to “Nessie”. As we journey along the length of Loch Ness we make stop at the magnificent 13^th century ruins of Urquhart Castle where its said most sightings of the Loch Ness Monster have been from the impressive Tower house. From here we head to the Highland Capital of Inverness for the evening.

Day 4

After a traditional Scottish breakfast we head for Culloden Moor, site of the last battle ever fought on British soil in 1746. Learn the history of the Jacobite uprising as we wander through this historic battlefield. From Culloden we make a short drive to the mysterious Clava Cairns, a group of pre-historic burial cairns and standing stones built around 4,000yrs ago. Leaving Inverness we journey south through the magnificent Monadhliath Mountains to Dalwhinnie Distillery, in Gaelic meaning “the Meeting Place”. There are regular tours to enjoy and the opportunity to sample “the Gentle Spirit”. Moving on through the wild beauty of the Cairngorm National Park to the fairytale 13^th century Blair Atholl Castle, ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl. From Blair Atholl we travel south through the beautiful Perthshire Highlands to the impressive Dunkeld Cathedral. Set on the banks of River Tay the Cathedral was built between 1260 & 1500 with its origins dating from the 800s. Moving on we head to the imposing 13^th century Stirling Castle, royal retreat of the Stewart Monarchs and location of William (Braveheart) Wallace’s famous victory over the invading English Army at the battle of Stirling bridge. Leaving Stirling we make our way back to your accommodation bringing the end of what we hope has been a memorable tour with us at About Scotland.