2019 A5 HAG Brochure

2019

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Everyone needs a wee bit of Scotland in their heart. That feeling of freedom and not taking life too seriously. A wild and crazy energy, a Deep Scottish Love. Our hearts were born tartan, and it’s our mission to turn yours tartan too.

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LOCH NESS HUNTER

LOCHS, CASTLES & THE KELPIES

Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park & The Kelpies

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WHISKY, WARRIORS & WATERFALLS

CASTLES AND BROOMSTICKS

Whisky Distillery, The Hermitage & Dunkeld Cathedral

Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh & The Borders

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OUTLANDER TRAIL

OUTLAW KING ADVENTURE

Linlithgow Palace, Culross, Doune Castle, Falkland & Midhope Castle

Linlithgow Palace, Bannockburn & Wallace Monument

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ST. ANDREWS WANDERER

HIGHLAND GAMES

St. Andrews, Falkland & Forth Bridge

Various Games held throughout Scotland

2-5 DAY TOURS 23-26

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STAY WILD The Romans called Scotland ‘Caledonia’ meaning ‘Wooded Heights’ but today less than 1% of Scotland’s native woodland remains. Since 2011, HAGGiS Adventures has teamed up with ‘Trees for Life’, a Scottish charity dedicated to restoring 600 square miles of self-sustaining, Caledonian forest with the aim of helping Scotland ‘stay wild’.

Under our ‘Stay Wild’ project we have raised thousands of pounds in support of ‘Trees for Life’ and our customers have planted hundreds of trees in our dedicated ‘HAGGiS Grove’ Find out more at: HAGGiSadventures.com/ about-us/sustainable-tourism

SUSTAINABLE TOURISM We travel because the world is beautiful. We want to keep it that way.

We are proud to be active partners and supporters of the TreadRight Foundation’s sustainability work and projects.

Created as a joint initiative between The Travel Corporation’s (TTC) family of brands, the TreadRight Foundation is a not-for-profit that works to help ensure the environment and communities we visit remain for generations to come. To date, TreadRight has supported more than 50 sustainable tourism projects worldwide.

When travelling with HAGGiS Adventures you can support some of these projects. To learn more about our past and current projects, visit TreadRight.org.

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The fact that our sister brands let you experience the world in the same way we do; with wide eyes, optimism, and the knowledge that travel is an experience best shared with friends.

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LOCH NESS HUNTER FROM £45PP

LOCH NESS

Imagine you came on this trip and saw the monster. Its gargantuan neck emerges from Loch Ness with an almighty ‘ROAR’. No doubt you’d take a picture and become an

GLENCOE

Internet sensation. Sadly we can’t promise this’ll happen, but STIRLING

the trip will still be awesome. Because you’ll venture through EDINBURGH

PLEASE NOTE, THIS TOUR MAY OPERATE IN REVERSE

ALL YEAR / Every day DEPART / 8.00 I RETURN / 20.00 PRICE / £48 £57 I STU £45 £54

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide Souvenir map Foreign Language Audio Guide WiFi Boat cruise on Loch Ness from £14

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Scotland’s historic sights, see Britain’s highest mountain and listen to our Guides’ hilarious stories.

We leave Edinburgh and head towards Stirling Castle, Rob Roy country and rough and rugged Rannoch Moor. We then make our way to stunning Glencoe where your Guide will regale the bloody tale of the famous massacre of the MacDonald clan in 1692.

If you’re not one for the water then why not take a walk up the canal and find a nice spot to enjoy your free locally produced picnic lunch. (A typical lunch includes a sustainable cartoned mineral water, a choice of freshly made sandwiches and tasty shortbread).

Our tour takes us past Fort William that marks the end of the West Highland Way and is home to Britain’s highest mountain, the mighty Ben Nevis. We wind our way along the Great Glen and stop in the village of Fort Augustus on the banks of the bonnie Loch Ness.

Our journey home heads south along Loch Laggan stopping at one of the many quaint Highland villages along the way. We drive back to Edinburgh with views of the famous Forth Bridge arriving home with time to hit the pub for a well-deserved beverage or two.

You have free time in Fort Augustus where you can take to the Loch on a boat in the hunt for Nessie.

HUNT FOR NESSIE ON THE LOCH NESS CRUISE EXPERIENCE HIGHLAND LIFE IN FORT AUGUSTUS MARVEL AT THE BEAUTY OF GLENCOE FIND OUT WHY THE GREAT GLEN IS SO 'GREAT' ENJOY A FREE PICNIC LUNCH

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LOCH NESS CRUISE People can’t describe it. The feeling on that loch is just strange. Is it because it’s enormous? Or because of the monster? Join the Loch Ness Cruise and find out for yourself. There’s sonar and underwater imaging systems to hunt out the beast and an on board bar for those who don’t believe in it.

Cruise duration is approximately 1 hour.

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LOCHS CASTLES KELPIES AND THE

FROM £38PP

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A perfect wee taster of Scotland - this tour mixes up the seriously stunning beauty of Loch Lomond (the biggest loch or lake in the whole of Britain and inspiration to poets and painters) and The Trossachs National Park, with the savage

STIRLING BALMAHA

FALKIRK

history of Stirling Castle where kings were murdered and rebellions started. Once you’ve got your Braveheart fix you’ll

EDINBURGH

ALL YEAR / Sunday APR - SEP / Wednesday & Friday OCT / Friday DEPART / 8.45 I RETURN / 17.30 PRICE / £41 £49 I STU £38 £46

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide Souvenir map Foreign Language Audio Guide WiFi

Stirling Castle from £15

(Reserve at time of booking)

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visit the magnificent feat of equine engineering, The Kelpies.

We depart Edinburgh at 8.45am and head west through Scotland’s Central Belt towards the ‘Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond’ – stopping to soak up the breathtaking, solitary peak of Scotland’s most southerly Munro, Ben Lomond.

Stretch your legs on woodland walks, with views of the biggest loch on the British Isles. You can also spot some of the 22 islands within the loch – which are home to an array of creatures including a colony of wallabies.

The afternoon takes you to one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland, both architecturally and historically.

Stirling Castle sits atop Castle Hill and has seen several Scottish

Kings and Queens crowned here, including Mary Queen of Scots in 1542. It was also central to William Wallace and Robert the Bruce’s Wars of Independence. Stirling town itself is geographically one of the most significant towns in Scottish history.

On the way home, you’ll have the chance to ‘ooh’, ‘aah’ and, um, ‘nay’, at the world’s largest equine sculptures, The Kelpies.

Each 30-metre high horse head sculpture is made from 300 tonnes of structural steel and designed by Scottish sculptor, Andy Scott. After a day full of exploration, we return to Edinburgh early evening where you can chill out in one of the city’s cosy pubs.

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EXPLORE THE MIGHTY STIRLING CASTLE DISCOVER LOCH LOMOND AND THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK ADMIRE THE KELPIES, MAGNIFICENT 30M HIGH STEEL SCULPTURES FALL IN LOVE WITH BALMAHA VILLAGE AND THE VIEWS OF BEN LOMOND

STIRLING CASTLE Stirling Castle is arguably the most impressive and historically important castle in Scotland. Seen for miles around, its imposing position has played a hugely strategic role throughout the centuries. Once home to the Scottish Royals, the building has been subject to many bloody sieges and much political intrigue. +44 (0) 131 557 9393 | HAGGiSadventures.com

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WHISKY WARRIORS

WATERFALLS FROM £42PP

SAMPLE WHISKY AT A HIGHLAND DISTILLERY SEE A MONUMENT DEDICATED TO ONE OF SCOTLAND'S GREATEST WARRIORS STROLL THROUGH THE ENCHANTED HERMITAGE FOREST ADMIRE THE ARCHITECTURE OF DUNKELD CATHEDRAL 12

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Whisky divides people. You either love its fiery warmth or detest its full-on flavour. Either way, there's a reason why it's Scotland's national drink and our biggest export. Our crystal-clear streams and plump golden barley play a big part, but the art of whisky distilling has been perfected here for generations - it (literally) flows through our veins.

DUNKELD

Whether you fall head over heels for our finest dram or

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banish it to the back of the drinks cabinet - at least you can EDINBURGH

say you've tried it on Scottish soil and seen a little of our sexy country along the way.

ALL YEAR / Saturday APR - OCT / Tuesday & Thursday AUG / Monday, Wednesday & Friday DEPART / 8.45 I RETURN / 17.30 PRICE / £45 £52 I STU £42 £49

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide Hermitage Forest Walk Souvenir map Foreign Language Audio Guide WiFi

Whisky Distillery Tour from £9

WHISKY DISTILLERY TOUR

Say goodbye to Edinburgh and hello to the ancient Scottish capital of Stirling - home to the iconic Wallace Monument and legendary Castle. Your HAGGiS Guide will regale you with the bloody tales of Scotland's most passionate patriot - William Wallace. Be prepared to hear more Braveheart quotes than you can shake a claymore at, as you learn of Wallace's integral part in the Wars of Independence. *Shouts* 'They may take our lives, but they'll never take our freeedom.'

Feeling impassioned, we venture further into the rugged Scottish Highlands, before stopping to fill our bellies at a local Highland whisky distillery.

Some people squish up their face.

Some stamp their foot on the ground.

Others let out a loud 'ahhhhh'.

However you react to whisky, don't let it stop you from going on this fantastic optional guided tour. You'll discover the history behind Scotland's most divisive drink. You'll discover how it's made. And hopefully you'll discover how to love it.

Take the tour to discover how Scotland's national drink is made and impress your mates when you marvel at how this whisky is: 'steeped in peat smoke' whilst you enjoy a well-earned dram.

Nicely warmed from the whisky, we head to the Hermitage in the heart of Perthshire and explore the woodland and rushing Black Linn Falls on the River Braan. Our return journey visits the quaint village of Dunkeld, in Macbeth country, whose stunning cathedral sits by the banks of the River Tay. We return to Edinburgh, passing the iconic Forth Bridge on the way.

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FROM £43PP

CASTLES

BROOMSTICKS @raja_hangul

BAMBURGH

EDINBURGH

This magical tour takes you to the Anglo-Scottish border to learn about the bloody battles that raged. We’ll visit the

ALNWICK

picture-perfect seaside village of Bamburgh where you can head to the beach for some shenanigans and take in the jaw-dropping views of mighty Bamburgh Castle which dates back to the 5th century. But more importantly, WE’RE GOING TO HOGWARTS. Harry Potter fans rejoice - we’re

APR - SEPT / Friday & Sunday DEPART / 8.15 I RETURN / 17.30 PRICE / £46 I STU £43

off to the School of Witchcraft and Wizardry; Quidditch and the Golden Snitch. Along with a rich history and magnificent splendour, Alnwick Castle also starred in

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Alnwick Castle from £14.50

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The triumphant Alnwick Castle was built 920 years ago. Its purpose was to control the perilous borders between Scotland and England, but now it's renowned for more than bloody history. The expansive gardens are world famous, the art collection is unrivalled and the rooms are some of the finest examples of 19th century Italianate design.

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Downton Abbey.

Brace yourselves, we’re heading south into enemy territory. Passing gentle rolling hills and dramatic coastline, we’ll cross the border with England to explore Bamburghthe laid-back seaside village in the heart of Northumberland. Don’t get deceived by its sleepy looks – the village and the mighty Bamburgh Castle was the seat of the early Kings of Northumbria in the 5th century. Run down to the beautiful beach to get some fresh air, imagine Viking longboats approaching the coast for a raid, and try to keep up with the area’s turbulent history recounted by your Guide.

In the afternoon, have your broomsticks at the ready as we’re off to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in England, home to the Duke of Northumberland’s family for over 700 years. A long and rich history with magnificent medieval architecture – it’s a film lovers’ dream.

After a magical afternoon in Alnwick, we’ll make our way back over the border and into Scotland where we will regale you with tales of the turbulent past before arriving into Edinburgh in the early evening.

15 LEARN TO FLY A BROOMSTICK AT ALNWICK CASTLE, HARRY POTTER STYLE VIEW THE BEAUTIFUL COASTLINE CROSS THE BORDER BETWEEN SCOTLAND AND ENGLAND TAKE IN THE MIGHTY BAMBURGH CASTLE @stephenbridger

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TRAIL

FROM £44PP

LINLITHGOW

APR - SEPT / Monday, Tuesday &

Thursday

APR - DEC / Sunday DEPART / 8.45 I RETURN / 17.30 PRICE / £49 I STU £46

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide Souvenir map WiFi

Doune Castle aka Castle Leoch from £6 Linlithgow Palace aka Wentworth Prison from £6

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It’s time to pack your essentials and travel back in time to 18th century Scotland. Imagine travelling through the dramatic Scottish Highlands when you are suddenly transported back in time and bump into your one true love.

Who wouldn’t like that. We can’t promise that will happen, but we guarantee you will have an unforgettable day travelling through some of the most famous Outlander film locations and stunning spots that inspired the hit series.

We start the day in Edinburgh at 8.45am and head to Linlithgow Palace* (Wentworth Prison).

We then visit the famous Doune Castle, one of the best preserved medieval castles in Scotland; it’s also a movie star. Most recently it starred as Castle Leoch, the home of Clan MacKenzie in the hit series Outlander, but it wasn’t the castle’s first time on big screen. It was used as a film set for Monty Python and the Holy Grail and Winterfell from Game of Thrones to name few.

After exploring the castle we head to Fife, one of the remaining kingdoms of Scotland. Often referred to as 'Scotland in miniature', because of its stunning nature, turbulent history and unique culture. We make a stop in Culross, the town that was used as Cranesmuir where Claire and Geillis were accused of witchcraft and Claire barely managed to escape before being burned alive. It was a close call.

We’ll spend the afternoon in the village of Falkland, used as 1940’s Inverness in Outlander. It packs a lot of listed buildings for a small village, but if you are not interested in old, pretty buildings you can always try to chase Jamie’s ghost around the square.

Our final stop is at Midhope Castle*. Get ready for tears of joy and a lot of excitement when we hang around Jamie’s peaceful home, the real-life Lallybroch before arriving back in Edinburgh.

This tour is a must for all Outlander fans.

Please note: There are dates throughout the year where Midhope Castle and Doune Castle are closed for estate activity and filming.

17 WANDER THE RUINS OF LINLITHGOW PALACE AKA WENTWORTH PRISON EXPLORE CULROSS, THE SETTING FOR CRANESMUIR WITCH TRIALS PAY A VISIT TO DOUNE CASTLE AKA CASTLE LEOCH TRAVEL BACK IN TIME TO ‘1940’S INVERNESS’ IN FALKLAND TAKE IN MIDHOPE CASTLE, THE REAL-LIFE LALLYBROCH

DOUNE CASTLE

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Doune Castle is one of the best preserved medieval strongholds that has truly left its mark on the big screen. It has survived through the wars and rebellions of Scotland for centuries and has a story or few to tell. In addition to its interesting history the castle has also seen its fair share of stars. It has featured in the Monty Python and the Holy Grail and more recently used as a setting for Winterfell in Game of Thrones and Castle Leoch, the home of Clan MacKenzie in Outlander.

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OUTLAW KING

ADVENTURE FROM £38PP

@jedventures

Step away from Netflix, and join us on an epic journey to discover the real Outlaw King; the hero that is Robert the Bruce. Rewind 700 years, as we explore historic sites with connections to the legend himself, and the insane Wars of Independence. The stories which inspired Outlaw King and Braveheart feature more drama and gore than directors would dare show on the big screen. We’re totally cool with sharing though!

Immerse yourself in tales of betrayal, bloodshed and victory as we blaze a trail into the heart of the action; from Linlithgow Palace and Bannockburn, to the Wallace Monument and Dunfermline Abbey. Learn about Robert the Bruce and his quest for Scottish independence, finishing off what the rebellious warrior William Wallace started before his barbaric execution.

Prepare for a blockbuster day of history and heroes.

APR - APR / Saturday DEPART / 8.30 I RETURN / 17.30 PRICE / £41-£49 I STU £38-£46

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide Souvenir map Foreign Language Audio Guide

Linlithgow Palace from £6 Bannockburn 3D Experience from £11.50

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We depart Edinburgh at 08.30 on our Outlaw King mission. First we take a look around Linlithgow Palace; once home to Scotland’s monarchy and famed as the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.

When you see this epic ruin, you’ll understand why it was used as a filming location for Outlaw King and Outlander.

Channel your inner warrior and prepare for battle at Bannockburn; forever remembered in history as the site where Robert the Bruce

defeated King Edward’s army in 1314 and gained independence for Scotland. Doesn’t get more patriotic than that!

We just cannae get enough of Scottish heroes, so we charge up to the Wallace Monument to share tales of William Wallace’s defiant antics and shocking victory against the English army in 1297.

Finally, we pay homage to our Outlaw King and national hero, at his final resting place at Dunfermline Abbey.

19 WANDER THE RUINS OF LINLITHGOW PALACE, BIRTH PLACE OF MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS WITNESS THE SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF MEDIEVAL BATTLE AT BANNOCKBURN VISIT THE WALLACE MONUMENT EXPLORE DUNFERMLINE ABBEY, RESTING PLACE OF KING ROBERT THE BRUCE

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BANNOCKBURN

BLOODY BRUTAL BANNOCKBURN This fully immersive 3D experience brings Scottish history to life. Watch as Robert the Bruce raised his standard and amassed the Scottish Army in preparation for one of Scotland’s most famous and bloody battles.

Visit the Battle Room and try out your battle tactics and skills in an interactive battle game.

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TRAVEL BACK IN TIME IN FALKLAND – USED AS 1940’S INVERNESS IN OUTLANDER EXPLORE ST. ANDREWS, HOME OF GOLF WITH ITS CASTLE AND CATHEDRAL JOIN A FREE OPTIONAL WALKING TOUR OF ST. ANDREWS

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ST. ANDREWS

WANDERER FROM £43PP

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Home to the third oldest University in the Englishspeaking world, three beaches, world-famous golf and heart-fluttering views of castle-ruins: St. Andrews is the quintessential Scottish town. Not to mention it’s where lovebirds Prince William and Catherine Middleton first met.

We can’t guarantee you’ll meet a prince or princess, but there are plenty of amazing spots on the way to grab a

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selfie or ten. Our route offers stunning views of the iconic Forth Bridge, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, and a stop at the quaint village of Falkland where the epic TV series Outlander was filmed. This tour is an action-packed day of Scottish wandering at its best.

Departing Edinburgh at 8.45am, we cross the water to Falkland, to be swept back to 1743 in a frenzy of romance and rebellion. This very village was used in the filming of Outlander as 1940's Inverness.

You will spend the afternoon in St. Andrews, where you’ll have plenty of free time to explore this fascinating town. Famous for its ancient golfing associations, St. Andrews is also home to one of the world’s oldest (English-speaking)

Universities – which also happens to be where lovebirds Prince William & Catherine Middleton first hooked up! Wander the beautiful beaches and the ruins of the magnificent medieval cathedral. Or why not take a free walking tour of the town conducted by your awesome HAGGiS tour guide. We recommend you end your day face-deep in a locally-made ice cream before driving back to Edinburgh early evening.

BRITISH GOLF MUSEUM

Literally yards from the famous Old Course and home to over 500 years of golfing history, this visit is a must for any golf lover. With 16,000 items, the museum has the most comprehensive golf collection in Britain and one of the best on the planet.

MAY - SEPT / Saturday DEPART / 8.45 I RETURN / 17.30 PRICE / £46 I STU £43

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide Souvenir map Foreign Language Audio Guide A guided tour of St. Andrews with your tour guide

British Golf Museum from £9

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PARTICIPATE IN THE TRADITION OF A CLAN GATHERING PIPING COMPETITIONS & HIGHLAND DANCING CABER TOSSING & HAMMER THROWING TRADITIONAL HIGHLAND DRESS STUNNING HIGHLAND SCENERY

HIGHLAND GAMES FROM £73PP

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Blair Atholl Glamis Luss Bridge of Allan Crieff Braemar* Pitlochry

DEPART / 8.30 I RETURN / 17.45 * DEPART / 8.00 I RETURN / 20.30 PRICE / £76 I STU £73

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Pack your caber - we're heading north to soak up the testosterone-fuelled atmosphere of the Highland Games.

Kicking off in towns and villages across Scotland, The Games, or Gatherings, promise a truly Scottish experience, with a backdrop of sexy Highland scenery to boot.

The Highland Games are a worldrenowned test of strength between friends and foe. Dating back over 900 years, these athletic, kilt clad contestants promise hammer throwing, caber tossing and some classic tug-o-war action. Whilst pipe band displays and Highland dancing add to the merriment.

With over 80 Highland Games to choose from, we've picked the very best events for our range of day tours. Each has its own local charm and character - showing off Scotland's unique culture and knock-out landscapes. But if you're looking for royal games, check out the world famous Braemar Gathering which is attended by the royal family.

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HIGHLAND

WEEKENDER

@theglasspassage

The ultimate weekend trip to the Scottish Highlands. Spend two action-packed days exploring the heart of Scotland with its flowing rivers, ruined castles and cathedrals, mysterious Loch Ness and famous movie sets. Sample a wee dram of Scotland's national drink at a Highland whisky

FROM £105PP VISIT TO A HIGHLAND WHISKY DISTILLERY MARVEL AT STUNNING GLENCOE OVERNIGHT ON THE BANKS OF LOCH NESS

distillery and travel back in time at mysterious Clava Cairns and dramatic Culloden Battlefield which inspired the hit series Outlander.

Leave Scotland's capital behind and head north to explore the forests and salmon-packed rivers of Perthshire and Dunkeld with its mighty cathedral in the heart of Macbeth country, before sampling Scotland's national drink, a wee dram of whisky at a Highland distillery. Onto eerie Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns which both have a dramatic history of their own and have been thrust into the limelight as the inspiration for the hit series Outlander. We’ll spend the night on the banks of Loch Ness where you'll have a chance to go monster hunting before partying the night away at Morag's Lodge Hostel.

In the morning we head south and travel through some of the most iconic Highland landscapes to mysterious and haunting Glencoe, also known as the ‘Weeping Glen’.

Stunningly beautiful, it has been

the backdrop in movies including Harry Potter and Skyfall. We cross the wilds of Rannoch Moor towards the Lowlands and on past Doune Castle that starred in Outlander and Game of Thrones. As we pass historic Stirling, your Guide will speak passionately about both William Wallace and Rob Roy MacGregor, undoubtedly two of Scotland’s most heroic figures, before we arrive back in Edinburgh.

LOCH NESS

OP TIONAL

DE PART U RE DE TAIL S

MAY - SEP / Saturday DEPART / 8.30 | RETURN / 17.00 PRICE / £109 I STU £105 INCLU SIONS

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide All transport FRE E TIM E

Hostel dorm multi-share. Not included but space is held for you, budget around £24pppn or select at the time of booking.

Hostel Multi-Share from £39pp 1 nights hostel accommodation HAGGiS t-shirt All free time options marked with *

Highland whisky distillery visit* Loch Ness cruise +44 (0) 131 557 9393 | HAGGiSadventures.com

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SKYE HIGH FROM £131PP

@theglasspassage

The Skye High is a wee gem. An ideal Scotland tour for travellers short on time who want to get the most out of their trip to Scotland.

All the best stuff is packed in: Nessie hunting, ruined castles, stunning lochs, dramatic mountains and sampling the 'Water of Life' in a Highland whisky distillery. All this as you listen to tales of Celtic myths and legends before a couple of great nights in a Highland pub.

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Then there's the star of the show, a whole day on the beautiful Isle of Skye.

Explore the windswept landscape and stunning coastline before passing the jaw-dropping Eilean Donan Castle.

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INCLU SIONS

ALL YEAR / Friday MAR - DEC / Monday APR - SEP / Wednesday APR - MAY / Saturday JUL - SEP / Saturday

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide All transport FRE E TIM E

Hunt for Nessie on a Loch Ness cruise (summer only)

DEPART / 8.30 RETURN / 17.00 PRICE / £135 £159 STU / £131 £155

Highland whisky distillery visit* *

All tours will spend two nights at Loch Ness with the exception of the below. Tours departing Wednesdays 29th May to 25th Sept, Saturdays from July to 14th Sept and Mondays from 8th Jul to 26th Aug will spend one night on the Isle of Skye.

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TOUR OP TIONS

Hostel dorm multi-share. Not included but space is held for you, budget around £24pppn or select at the time of booking.

Hostel Multi-Share from £67 2 nights hostel accommodation HAGGiS t-shirt All FREE TIME options marked with a * Hostel Private from £92 Private twin room with shared facilities (min 2 persons) + all inclusions detailed above.

25 VISIT A HIGHLAND WHISKY DISTILLERY BE AWESTRUCK BY STUNNING GLENCOE OVERNIGHT ON THE BANKS OF LOCH NESS TAKE IN THE MAJESTIC BEAUTY OF EILEAN DONAN CASTLE DISCOVER THE MYTHS, LEGENDS AND STUNNING SCENERY OF THE ISLE OF SKYE PARTY THE NIGHT AWAY IN MORAG'S LODGE HOSTEL, LOCH NESS

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HIGHLAND FLING FROM £229PP

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A spectacular tour of Scotland through the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye with stunning scenery, incredible history and some unique and unforgettable experiences.

Go monster hunting on Loch Ness, hike in one of the last great wildernesses of Europe, hear tales of Scotland’s bloody history and soak up the culture with a wee dram after a day’s exploring. During the summer months, you can also ride the famous Jacobite Steam Train which was used as 'Hogwarts Express' in Harry Potter. Grab a partner and take part in a traditional Scottish Ceilidh to make this a proper Highland Fling!

ISLE OF SKYE’S AWEINSPIRING SCENERY

TAKE IN THE MAJESTIC BEAUTY OF EILEAN DONAN CASTLE

RIDE THE JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN AS SEEN IN HARRY POTTER

CEILIDH THE NIGHT AWAY IN OBAN

VISIT A HIGHLAND WHISKY DISTILLERY

DISCOVER CULLODEN AND CLAVA CAIRNS, THE INSPIRATION FOR OUTLANDER

OVERNIGHT ON THE BANKS OF LOCH NESS

D E PA R T URE D E TA I L S

ALL YEAR / Monday JUL - AUG / Saturday DEPART / 8.30 RETURN / 17.00 PRICE / £249 £279 STU / £229 £269

INCLU SIONS

Legendary local HAGGiS Guide All transport FRE E TIM E

Ride the Hogwarts Express (summer only, add at time of booking from £42) Hunt for Nessie on a Loch Ness cruise (summer only) Highland whisky distillery visit*

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BE AWESTRUCK BY STUNNING GLENCOE

TOUR OP TIONS

Hostel dorm multi-share. Not included but space is held for you, budget around £24pppn or select at the time of booking.

Hostel Multi-Share from £123 4 nights hostel accommodation HAGGiS t-shirt All FREE TIME options marked with a * Hostel Private from £184 Private twin room option with shared facilities (min. 2 persons) + all bundle inclusions detailed above.

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At HAGGiS Adventures we have never cancelled a tour and would only ever do so in circumstances beyond our control or where continuing might endanger the safety of our passengers and crew.

Similarly we reserve the right to amend routes and itineraries due to weather conditions or other reasons of safety we think important, and we would always refund in full any cancellation we had to make.

We’re fully insured to operate our tours but personal insurance is not included in your ticket price and we recommend you arrange your own personal cover. We can’t accept any liability or responsibility for the actions of independent contractors, their employees or representatives.

Full terms and conditions – including details of our cancellation and refunds policy - are available on our website haggisadventures.com, at our departure points, on request by phone on 0131 557 9393 or by email to info@haggisadventures.com.

HAGGiS Adventures is operated by Radical Travel Group Limited, Atholl Exchange, 6 Canning Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8EG Registered in Scotland No. 136334

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DAY

TOUR

DEPARTS

RETURNS

ADULTS FROM**

STUDENTS FROM**

Mon

1 Day Loch Ness Hunter

08:00

20:00

£48-£57

£45-£54

3 Day Skye High (Mar-Dec)

08:30

17:00

£135-£159

£131-£155

5 Day Highland Fling

08:30

17:00

£249-£279

£229-£269

1 Day Outlander Trail (Apr-Sep)

08:45

17:30

£49

£46

1 Day Whisky, Warriors & Waterfalls (Aug)

08:45

17:30

£52

£49

1 Day Loch Ness Hunter

08:00

20:00

£48-£57

£45-£54

1 Day Whisky, Warriors & Waterfalls (Apr-Sep)

08:45

17:30

£45-£52

£42-£49

1 Day Outlander Trail (Apr-Sep)

08:45

17:30

£49

£46

1 Day Loch Ness Hunter

08:00

20:00

£48-£57

£45-£54

1 Day Whisky, Warriors & Waterfalls (Aug)

08:45

17:30

£52

£49

1 Day Lochs, Castles and The Kelpies (Apr-Sep)

08:45

17:30

£41-£49

£38-£46

3 Day Skye High (Apr-Sep)

08:30

17:00

£149-£159

£145-£155

1 Day Loch Ness Hunter

08:00

20:00

£48-£57

£45-£54

1 Day Whisky, Warriors & Waterfalls (Apr-Oct)

08:45

17:30

£45-£52

£42-£49

1 Day Outlander Trail (Apr-Sep)

08:45

17:30

£49

£46

1 Day Loch Ness Hunter 1 Day Lochs, Castles and The Kelpies (Apr-Oct)

08:00 08:45

20:00 17:30

£48-£57 £41-£49

£45-£54 £38-£46

1 Day Castles & Broomsticks (Apr-Sep)

08:15

17:30

£46

£43

1 Day Whisky, Warriors & Waterfalls (Aug)

08:45

17:30

£52

£49

3 Day Skye High

08:30

17:00

£135-£159

£131-£155

1 Day Loch Ness Hunter 1 Day Whisky, Warriors & Waterfalls

08:00 08:45

20:00 17:30

£48-£57 £45-£52

£45-£54 £42-£49

1 Day St. Andrews Wanderer (May-Sep)

08:45

17:30

£46

£43

1 Day Outlaw King Adventure (Apr-Apr)

08:30

17:30

£41-£49

£38-£46

1 Day Highland Games (July & Sep)

08:30*

17:45*

£76

£73

2 Day Highland Weekender (May-Sep)

08:30

17:00

£109

£105

3 Day Skye High (Apr- May) (July-Sep)

08:30

17:00

£149-£159

£145-£155

5 Day Highland Fling (Jul-Aug)

08:30

17:00

£279

£269

1 Day Loch Ness Hunter

08:00

20:00

£48-£57

£45-£54

1 Day Lochs, Castles and The Kelpies

08:45

17:30

£41-£49

£38-£46

1 Day Castles & Broomsticks (Apr-Sep)

08:15

17:30

£46

£43

1 Day Highland Games (May-Aug)

08:30

17:45

£76

£73

1 Day Outlander Trail (Apr-Dec)

08:45

17:30

£49

£46

Tues

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

*Braemar Gathering departs at 8:00 and returns at 20:30

Sun

**Seasonal price variation

TOURS DEPART FROM

HAGGiS Adventures 60 High Street, Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1TB HOW TO BOOK YOUR TOUR

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