Fans of the TV series “Outlander” will be well-catered for during this multi-day specialized tour from Edinburgh, though even non-fans can also appreciate the chance to explore tiny towns, ancient battlefields, and hidden castles. Travel in a small-group for an intimate experience and don’t worry about the logistics: everything is arranged for you, including three nights of accommodation, transportation, and breakfast.

Immerse yourself in the world of “Outlander” during this 4-day, 3-night tour
A hassle-free way to explore some of Scotland’s coolest locations
Travel in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach between battlefields, castles, and quaint Scottish towns like Culross
Small-group tour for a more personalized experience

What's Included

3 nights en-suite accommodation in a B&B or 3-star Hotel (breakfast included)
Professional driver guide
Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach (small groups max 16 passengers)
Entrance Fees: Blackness, Doune and Urquhart Castles and Culloden Battlefield.

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Meals and refreshments
Admission fees: Unless specified

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Bus Station
Edinburgh EH1 3AY, UK
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)

Start time

09:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Day 1

Edinburgh - Inverness

3 Stops

Culross Palace

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Falkland Palace & Garden

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Highland Folk Museum

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight in Inverness

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Inverness - Glen Affric - Culloden

3 Stops

Culloden Battlefield

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Clava Cairns

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castle Leod

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Overnight in Inverness

Meals: Not included

Day 3

Inverness - Castle Leod - Loch Ness - Fort William

3 Stops

Glen Affric National Nature Reserve

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Urquhart Castle

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Glenfinnan Monument

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight in Fort William

Meals: Not included

Day 4

Fort William - Glencoe - Doune Castle - Edinburgh

2 Stops

Doune Castle

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Blackness Castle

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum age for travel on this tour is 18 years
Booking three or more people: we can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
Near public transportation
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
Most travelers can participate
Falkland Palace - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.

Highland Folk Museum - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
Culloden - We reserve tickets for you. Entrance included in tour price.
Urquhart Castle - We reserve tickets for you. Entrance included in tour price.
Doune Castle - We reserve tickets for you. Entrance included in tour price.
Blackness Castle - We reserve tickets for you. Entrance included in tour price.
Midhope Castle - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
*Midhope Castle is fully closed on these dates: 23rd December 2022 until spring 2023.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 22 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 22 full days before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 21 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 21 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

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Q:What is the departure point for the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:The tour departs from the Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh.

Jun 2021

Q:Is parking available near the departure point for the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:Parking can be difficult to find in the center of town. It is highly recommended that you take advantage of the excellent public transportation that is available.

Jun 2021

Q:How early should I arrive for the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:Check-in closes 15 minutes before your departure time. The tour departs on time, so please do not arrive late.

Jun 2021

Q:Can I bring luggage with me on the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:You may bring up to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items.

Jun 2021

Q:What should I bring with me on the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Bring your camera and spending money for food, optional admission tickets, etc.

Jun 2021

Q:Are admission fees included in the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:No. You pay for access to sites such as castles and museums as you arrive. Most of these locations accept both cash and card.

Jun 2021

Q:What type of vehicle is used during the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:The tour is conducted in a 16 seat Mercedes Mini-coach. There are three steps up into the coach – each 150mm in height. There are grab handles on both sides, the step edges are clearly marked and the treads are non-slip.

Jun 2021

Q:Can I bring a wheelchair on the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:The bus is not wheelchair accessible, however, there is storage available for a folding wheelchair or walking frame. Guests must be able to get on/off the bus on their own or with the assistance of a companion as guides cannot assist physically.

Jun 2021

Q:Are restrooms available on the bus during the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:There are no restrooms on board the bus, however, the group does make regular breaks to use the restroom during the tour.

Jun 2021

Q:Can I bring my small child with me on the 4-Day Outlander Trail Small-Group Tour?

A:All guests must be at least 5 years old to participate in this tour. If your child is 5 or older, but under 1.35m (4.4 ft.) tall, please notate this in the "Special Requirements" box so a booster seat can be arranged.

Jun 2021

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Reviews

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49 reviews

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Absolutely amazing

Pamela_W, Jun 2023

Where to even start... amazing tour, made even more amazing by our tour guide Wilie! Very informative, great historical info, and very special outings and locations. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Best tour ever!

Nicole_B, Sep 2022

Willie, our tour guide, felt like a friend. He was so helpful and informative and even ate lunch with us some days. We were 4 solo female travelers and we all became friends during our tour. It was a nice small group and the van was very spacious and comfortable. We got some great information about history, Scottish music was played throughout our journey, and Willie showed us so many Outlander filming sites. He even reminded us what season each filming site was from. We had more than enough time at each stop and he even offered to take our picture if we wanted. It was a wonderful 4 days and I will cherish the memories forever. Thanks so much, Willie! -Nicole from NJ.

Magical Outlander tour w caveats

Alfred_R, May 2022

We had a great tour with our guide Mckenzie, the most proud Scottish tour guide that clearly loves his country you could ever ask for. He is a master storyteller that will make your tour totally amazing. Please note that due to current filming and weather some venues were closed. Mac gave us some extra sites to make up for the closed ones. After 4 days our tour bonded and we all became family. Very magical getting Outlander fans sharing a wonderful experience. Gave 4 stars instead of 5 due to accomodations being hindered by local events out of tour operator's control.

Highly recommended experience

Angel_A, Apr 2022

Booking a smaller group tour is so much better then the large bus groups. This tour not only took us to Outlander filming locations but also beautiful nature areas that larger buses would not be able to reach. Don't forget to pack a windbreaker at a minimum or a thicker coat depending on the time of year you go because there is a good chance you will have some rain during your visit. Be sure to wear hiking boots or similar type footwear to enable you to traverse the slippery and possibly wet ground. You must be able to hike up hill short distances in order to see the magnificent views. Our tour guide, Willie, was the best. He is friendly, fun to be around, and a wealth of knowledge in Scotland's history and customs. Credit cards were readily accepted everywhere so you only need cash for tips really and in case there is a charge to use restrooms. With the increased tourism, more places are starting to charge for use of restrooms only 30 pence or so. I would definitely do another tour like this one.

Much More Than an Outlander Tour

Lettia_M, Sep 2019

This tour was wonderful and our tour guide Willie was excellent. Not only was he a superb driver, but he knew so many details of the history of Scotland which he shared with us. This tour is much more than an “Outlander” tour, it’s a general historical tour of Scotland that has an overall Outlander theme. The music he played in between the stories he told, was related to our location or something he had told us about. Willie made the tour special by stopping in multiple locations for photos (especially in the highlands), adding to the overall experience. The accommodations were comfortable and convenient to the center of town. Breakfasts are huge, in fact we could not eat all the food provided in these "full English breakfasts". I honestly think this was the best package tour I have ever been on. I would definitely do this again, especially if I could have Willie!

Outlander Outdone

edgelandave, Jul 2019

I loved this trip. Our driver/guide, Willie, was great. He supplied us with lots of interesting and historic information on the sites we were visiting, as well as on the Outlander series. He added the nice touch of playing Scottish music that was appropriate to the next site we were visiting. The accommodations were fine, well run and their hosts friendly. What a beautiful country. Outlander or not, this trip has something for everyone.

Outlander Land

Cary_G, Jun 2019

Our driver Lizzie was the best! Can't imagine anyone being better for our trip. Very knowledgeable on not only Outlander, but Scottish history in general. Learned a lot and had loads of laughs and fun.