LOCH NESS
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Passionate TRUSTED UNIQUE PASSIONATE: ALL SCOTLAND – Subtle flavours and magnificent mountains, friendly locals and frantic battles, beautiful lochs and boisterous traditions. We share all of Scotland’s secrets, beauty and history with a passion.
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LOCAL GUIDES – Knowledgeable as Celtic Druids and as fiery as Viking Warriors, our local Guides reveal all the stories and history with a passion that truly brings Scotland to life. AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES – Taste what the Scots have eaten for centuries and go to places only the locals know. We’re proud to show you the treasures that won’t be found in a guidebook.
The Storr, Isle of Skye
TRUSTED: MULTI-AWARD WINNING – Fourteen years’ experience, 5-star award from VisitScotland and TripAdvisor’s ‘Certificate of Excellence’; It’s no secret that we deliver an exceptional standard of service. SUSTAINABILITY – We protect the environment we’re passionate about. This commitment is recognised by national tourism awards, and proven by our innovative Eco Scheme where we match every £1 you donate. See page 34 for more details. OUR GUARANTEE – Our fleet is built for your comfort. We never cancel a tour and promise a fantastic time or we will refund the price of your tour.
TOUR ROUTE
Loch Ness Explorer
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Whisky & Waterfalls
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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & The Kelpies
Alnwick Castle & The Borders
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Outlander Explorer
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The V&A Museum, St Andrews & the Kingdom of Fife
LEWIS & HARRIS
INVERNESS ISLE OF SKYE Loch Ness
ABERDEEN
FORT WILLIAM GLENCOE
PERTH
DUNDEE ST ANDREWS
STIRLING GLASGOW
EDINBURGH BAMBURGH CASTLE ALNWICK
HIGHLAND DAY TOURS
Eilean Donan Castle
FREE AUDIO GUIDES AVAILABLE
We offer FREE foreign language audio translations in German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French and Mandarin. We are the only tour company in Scotland to offer this service on all of our scheduled day tours allowing the best customer experience possible for all our travellers.
Entdecker mit Leidenschaft... Wir sind bestrebt, Ihnen jeden Tag die allerbesten Reiseerlebnisse zu bieten. Unsere Reisetouren sind darauf ausgelegt, das Beste aus Ihrer Zeit in unserem atemberaubenden Land zu machen, damit Sie das authentische Schottland erfahren. Unsere Mission ist es, Ihre Erwartungen zu übertreffen, ein Engagement, das von VisitScotland mit 5 Sternen ausgezeichnet wurde und sich in den gleichbleibend ausgezeichneten Bewertungen unserer Kunden widerspiegelt. Auf all unseren Reisetouren stehen Audioführer zur Verfügung. Pasión por descubrir... Trabajamos cada día para ofrecerle las mejores experiencias en viajes. Nuestras visitas guiadas están programadas de modo que pueda sacar el máximo partido de su visita en nuestro impresionante país y vivir una auténtica experiencia escocesa. Nuestra misión es sobrepasar sus expectativas, un compromiso constatado por nuestra acreditación de 5 estrellas por parte de VisitScotland, y las continuas opiniones favorables de nuestros clientes. Existen audio-guías a su disposición en todas nuestras visitas. Amanti della Scoperta... Siamo dediti a garantire ogni giorno le migliori esperienze di viaggio. I nostri tour sono strutturati in modo che possiate godervi il tempo che passerete nel nostro stupendo paese e per farvi vivere la vera Scozia. La nostra missione è quella di andare oltre le vostre aspettative, un impegno riconosciuto dal nostro punteggio di 5 stelle nella classifica VisitScotland e dai costanti commenti positivi dei nostri clienti. Le Audio Guide sono disponibili in tutti i nostri tour.
Passionnés de découvertes... Notre objectif est de vous apporter ce qu'il y a de mieux pour vos voyages. Nous avons donc conçu des circuits qui, à chaque instant, vous feront découvrir notre extraordinaire pays et vous permettront de vous donner un véritable gout de l’Écosse. Nous avons pour mission d’aller au-delà de vos attentes, tel est le sens de l’engagement que nous avons souscrit conformément à notre accréditation 5 étoiles de VisitScotland et aussi en réponse aux commentaires élogieux reçus de notre clientèle. Des guides audio sont à votre disposition pour chacun de nos voyages. Paixão Pela Descoberta... Dedicamo-nos a proporcionar as melhores experiências de viagem todos os dias. As nossas visitas guiadas foram concebidas para aproveitar o máximo da sua estadia no nosso maravilhoso país e para lhe proporcionar uma autêntica experiência da Escócia. A nossa missão é exceder as suas expectativas, um compromisso que é reconhecido pela nossa acreditação de 5 estrelas da VisitScotland e pela consistência do excelente retorno por parte dos nossos clientes. Encontram-se disponíveis Guias Áudio em todas as nossas visitas guiadas. 热衷于发现之旅Ω 我们专注于每天提供最优秀的旅游体验。 我们的旅游路线力图帮助 您最大限度地利用您在我们这美丽无比的国家所度过的旅游时光 ， 并给予您一个真正的苏格兰体验。 我们的使命是超越您的期待 ，我 们有游览苏格兰5星级认证 ，也一直得到积极的客户评价反馈。 我 们所有的旅游路线都提供导游音频设备。
CONTENTS 1 Day Tours Loch Ness Explorer
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Whisky & Waterfalls
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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & The Kelpies
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Alnwick Castle & The Borders
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Outlander Explorer
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The V&A Museum, St Andrews & The Kingdom of Fife
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Edinburgh Tattoo
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Highland Games
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2 Day Tour
TASTE OF SCOTLAND Savour whisky at the very place it’s barrelled. Relish wild game in the Highlands or enjoy traditional Afternoon Tea at the home of golf. Indulge in our ‘Taste of Scotland’ trips. These tours whisk you through the most essential sights of Scotland and include an award-winning sample of Scottish food and drink. It’s the most appetising way to experience Scotland.
Royal Braemar and Highland Games
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Coasts and Waters Tours
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Accommodation
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The Jacobite Steam Train
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3 Day Tour Isle of Skye & The Highlands
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5 Day Tour Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness
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6 Day TourS
UNIQUE: EXPLORE MORE – Our trips give you versatility and the choice to see Scotland your way. Saunter around a beautiful town, delve into a historic castle or jump on the Jacobite Steam Train; it’s your trip, and it’s your choice. SAVINGS – Mini Groups – Save 10% when ‘4 or more’ adults book any day tour together. – Multi Trip Deals – Save 10% when two or more day tours are booked together. INTERPRETIVE MATERIALS – We offer free foreign language audio guides and a souvenir map on every tour. FREE WIFI – Available on all day tours.
Isle of Skye and The Outer Hebrides
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Up Helly Aa
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Private Group Tours
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Sustainable Tourism
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Terms & Conditions
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Tours at a Glance
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we travel because the world is beautiful.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
We want to keep it that way.
DOWN UNDER TOURS
A FAMILY OF BRANDS We at The Travel Corporation (TTC), Highland Explorer Tours’ parent company, have been creating enriching travel experiences for over 100 years. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, we provide a rich tradition of expertise, delivering exceptional hospitality, outstanding quality and superb value no matter which of our companies you choose to travel with.
EVAN EVANS
TRAVELLED BEFORE? If you are a previous guest of The Travel Corporation we would like to offer you a discount on your next adventure with us. For more information, visit ttc.com/loyalty.
AAT KINGS
SUSTAINABLE TOURISM 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 organisation 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 projects worldwide. When travelling with Highland Explorer Tours you can support some of these projects. To learn more about our past and current projects, visit TreadRight.org.
SHAMROCKER ADVENTURES
TREES FOR LIFE UK based Trees for Life is a charity working to restore the Caledonian Forest, which formerly covered a large part of the Scottish Highlands. Since 1989, Trees for Life has been helping to bring the forest back from the brink, both through natural regeneration and by planting trees. Trees for Life is the beneficiary of Highland Explorer Tours Environmental Charity Offering Scheme. For more information see page 34.
HAGGIS ADVENTURES
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Fort Augustus on Loch Ness
“Fantastic tour and excellent tour guide Rich. Beautiful scenery and great commentary about the history of the areas we drove through and visited. Rich was lots of fun. The optional Loch Ness cruise also well worth it.� LAURA | JANUARY 2019
1 DAY TOUR LOCH NESS E XPLORER
FREE PICNIC LUNCH
Boat Cruise on Loch Ness Fort Augustus, Highland Village Glencoe – The Weeping glen Caledonian Canal and the Great Glen Ben Nevis, Britain’s Highest Peak
A fantastic tour to Loch Ness visiting a diverse range of classic Highland scenery including many ‘must see’ sights and the chance to go monster hunting on Loch Ness! Other highlights include dramatic Glencoe, mighty Ben Nevis, the Great Glen and Highland Perthshire.
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ADULT CONCESSION
£48-£59 £45-£56
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide Picnic Lunch Souvenir Map Audio Guides WiFi R
Arriving at Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness, you have the chance to take a boat cruise on the loch, go for a walk or just relax by the Caledonian Canal in this charming Highland village.
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LOCH NESS & A TASTE OF THE HIGHLANDS Relish a 3-course lunch of Scotland’s finest fayre. Why not try locally sourced Great Glen venison and Black Isle lamb followed with a dram of Inverness-shire’s famous Dalwhinnie Whisky? Whatever you choose, it’s a lunch that’ll satisfy even the most monstrous of appetites. Adults from £79. Visit highlandexplorertours.com for full details.
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DEPARTS RETURNS
Our return journey takes us past shimmering Loch Laggan before climbing over the wild and lonely Drumochter Pass in the Cairngorms National Park. Heading south, we enter Perthshire, We cross the wilds of Rannoch Moor before stopping at dramatic a land of forests, rivers and mountains, where we stop in a wee Glencoe, scene of the infamous massacre in 1692. Our journey takes village. We continue south over the Firth of Forth where we view the spectacular Forth Bridges before arriving back in Edinburgh in us through Fort William passing Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest the evening. mountain, before entering the Great Glen. Heading north from Edinburgh we pass the imposing ramparts of Stirling Castle and drive through the scenic Trossachs National Park, Rob Roy country.
Reserve at the time of booking: Loch Ness Cruise (ADULT FROM £15.00 / CONCESSION FROM £14.00)
A cruise on the mysterious and beautiful Loch Ness offers you the chance to catch a glimpse of Nessie. Cruise duration is approximately 1 hour.
LEWIS & HARRIS ISLE OF SKYE
INVERNESS Loch Ness
ABERDEEN
Fort William DUNDEE Perth
St Andrews
STIRLING GLASGOW
EDINBURGH
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Whisky Distillery Visit
“Our day was truly spectacular and it was enhanced by our amazing tour guide Calum! What a combination; the sites, history and whisky were inspiring. We would highly recommend going on this adventure!� R E I DE R F O U R | J U LY 2 0 1 9
1 DAY TOUR WHISKY & WATERFALLS
WHISKY TOUR OPTION
Sample whisky at Scotland's oldest working distillery THE NATIONAL Wallace Monument Hermitage forest walk Dunkeld Cathedral
A fabulous day tour that explores much of Scotland’s iconic scenery, sights and experiences. From our ancient capital and stories of Scotland’s most famous patriot to stunning Highland landscapes, and the opportunity to sample a drop of our favourite national drink! Leaving Edinburgh, we make our way to the ancient Scottish capital of Stirling, where the skyline is dominated by its castle and the iconic Wallace Monument. We stop at the monument and hear how William Wallace lead Scotland to victory at the battle of Stirling Bridge and played a crucial role in the Wars of Independence. We then take to the back roads and drive through Scotland’s scenic beauty and further into the Highlands. Glens, forests and rivers aplenty, we’ll take you through the centre of this
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picturesque region before stopping for lunch at one of Scotland’s most famous whisky distilleries.
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After reviving ourselves with a wee dram of the ‘water of life’, we head to the Hermitage in the heart of Perthshire and take a short woodland walk.
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Our return journey visits the quaint village of Dunkeld, in Macbeth country, where a stunning cathedral sits comfortably by the banks of the River Tay. Before returning to Edinburgh we pass the iconic Forth Bridges, the new World Heritage Site.
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SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS & A TASTE OF ‘THE WATER OF LIFE’ Whisky is more than a golden hue, it’s more than earthy aromas; it’s more than the unique taste. It's a legendary part of Scotland's history and as part of the Warehouse Experience you'll take the distillery tour and visit the VIP tasting room to sample four premium whiskies from the exceptional Glenturret single malt range followed by a light lunch. Adults from £98. Visit highlandexplorertours.com for full details.
ADULT CONCESSION
08:45 17:30 £45-£54 £42-£51
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide Hermitage Forest Walk Dunkeld Cathedral Souvenir Map Audio Guides WiFi R
LEWIS & HARRIS ISLE OF SKYE
INVERNESS Loch Ness
ABERDEEN
Fort William DUNDEE Perth STIRLING GLASGOW
EDINBURGH
EXPLORE MORE Reserve at the time of booking: Glenturret Whisky Distillery (ADULT / CONCESSION FROM £9.00)
St Andrews
The optional guided tour gives you an insight into how 'uisge beatha' (the 'water of life') is made and takes you on a journey to discover the history behind Scotland's most iconic export.
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Loch Lomond
“We had a lovely day with our guides Carrie and Kylie on this tour. I enjoyed being part of a small group and our guides were informative and lots of fun. You have a set amount of time to explore each of these locations on your own, and the itinerary gives you a good cross-section of the most popular sites in Scotland.� OLIVIA | JUNE 2019
1 DAY TOUR LOCH LOMOND, STIRLING CASTLE & THE KELPIES
STIRLING CASTLE OPTION
Stirling Castle Balmaha VILLAGE with views to Ben Lomond LOCH LOMOND and the trossachs national park The Kelpies, magnificent 30m high steel sculpTUres
Guide Tony
A splendid introduction to Scotland. This tour fuses the remarkable beauty of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park with the savage history of Stirling Castle. On this trip there is plenty of time to examine the unique architecture and ponder over the majestic natural and man-made wonders. We depart Edinburgh and head west through Scotland’s central belt towards the ‘Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond’ where we take time at Balmaha to admire views of Ben Lomond. Here, you will have the opportunity to go on a woodland walk that will afford you spectacular views of the loch. Standing on its bank you will understand why Loch Lomond has been immortalised in a world famous song. The afternoon is spent exploring Stirling. Take the chance to discover impressive Stirling Castle, one of Scotland’s most
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important structures both historically and architecturally. Many royals have been crowned at Stirling Castle, including Mary Queen of Scots, and it was central to William Wallace’s fight in the Wars of Independence. Alternatively explore Stirling, geographically one of the most significant towns in Scottish history.
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On our return journey to Edinburgh you will have the chance to visit and marvel at the stunning Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures dedicated to the horse powered heritage of Central Scotland, designed by Andy Scott.
08:45 17:30
DEPARTS RETURNS ADULT CONCESSION
£41-£49 £38-£46
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide Souvenir Map Audio Guides WiFi R
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.
EXPLORE MORE LEWIS & HARRIS
Reserve at the time of booking: Stirling Castle (ADULT FROM £15.00 / CONCESSION FROM £12.00)
ISLE OF SKYE
INVERNESS Loch Ness
ABERDEEN
Fort William DUNDEE Perth
St Andrews
STIRLING GLASGOW
EDINBURGH
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Alnwick Castle
“A beautiful day with a stop by the seaside village of Bamburgh and views of Bamburgh Castle. Our tour guide Gill was very knowledgeable about local and national history, local areas of interest and a great deal of fun.� M A U R E E N | J U LY 2 0 1 9
1 DAY TOUR ALNWICK CASTLE & THE BORDERS
ALNWICK CASTLE OPTION
Alnwick Castle Beautiful coastline drive Bamburgh and ITs Castle Cross the border from Scotland to England
Combine movie magic and historic wonder on this trip through the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. You will visit the picturesque seaside village of Bamburgh and take in the superb views of the 5th century Bamburgh Castle, but it is Alnwick Castle that’s the true star of this show. It’s not only a key filming location for Harry Potter and Downton Abbey; it’s also a historic location of epic conquests and royal splendour. Take this trip and become enthralled by Scottish and English borders regions. We leave Edinburgh in the morning and head south to the Borders. On the way to England, you will see the gently rolling hills and dramatic coastlines of East Lothian. Our first stop is the beautiful coastal town Bamburgh. Take a stroll to the stunning beach and view the dramatic 5th century Bamburgh Castle sitting on a natural throne of volcanic dolerite. We will spend the afternoon exploring Alnwick Castle. There is a lot to do here; admire large stately rooms and beautiful
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architecture, explore the spectacular gardens or learn a little about the popular films and TV shows that have been filmed here.
ADULT CONCESSION
After spending time in Alnwick, we make our way back over the border to Scotland. On our drive home we’ll regale you with tales of the turbulent past before arriving into Edinburgh early evening.
£47 £44
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide Souvenir Map Audio Guides WiFi R
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ALNWICK CASTLE The magnificent Alnwick Castle was built over 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.
08:15 17:30
Reserve at the time of booking: Alnwick Castle (ADULT / CONCESSION FROM £14.50)
LEWIS & HARRIS ISLE OF SKYE
INVERNESS Loch Ness
ABERDEEN
Fort William DUNDEE Perth
St Andrews
STIRLING GLASGOW
EDINBURGH Bamburgh Castle Alnwick 15
Midhope Castle
“Yvonne was our tour guide for the Outlander tour and she was amazing! We had a great time; she not only made it fun, but was also very informative about Scottish history and its connection to the book and show. Highly recommend this tour!� M I L A N K A | J U LY 2 0 1 9
1 DAY TOUR OUTLANDER E XPLORER
DOUNE CASTLE OPTION
Doune Castle* USED AS Castle Leoch Culross, the fictional village of Cranesmuir Falkland, setting for 1940’s Inverness Linlithgow Palace Midhope Castle* – The real-life Lallybroch
Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from the hit series Outlander, with a local Scottish Guide regaling all the gruesome history and stories that made this an epic hit. We take you on a journey to some of the most famous scenes from the series such as Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch, Doune Castle, seat of Clan MacKenzie and the impressive Linlithgow Palace. 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. We make our first stop at Linlithgow Palace known as Wentworth Prison in the show. We then visit Doune Castle, one of Scotland’s best preserved medieval castles and used as the setting for Castle Leoch in Outlander. You’ll have time to explore this historic stronghold. Our journey takes us on to the Kingdom of Fife, an area of great historical importance and the ancestral home of Scottish monarchs. We make a stop at Culross, where Claire was accused of witchcraft
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in the village of ‘Cranesmuir’. This charming village is the most complete example of a 17th and 18th century burgh in Scotland today.
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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 stop is at Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch, arriving back in Edinburgh early evening.
DEPARTS RETURNS ADULT CONCESSION
£49-£56 £46-£53
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide Souvenir Map Audio Guides WiFi R
DOUNE CASTLE Falkland
Known to the Outlander fans as Castle Leoch - the seat of Clan MacKenzie, Doune Castle is one of the best-preserved medieval strongholds in Scotland. Built in 14th century the Falkland castle has survived through the wars and rebellions of Scotland and has its own interesting history. It also starred in Monty Python and the Holy Grail and more recently featured as the setting for Winterfell in the pilot episode of Game of Thrones.
08:45 17:30
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LEWIS & HARRIS
Reserve at the time of booking: Doune Castle* (ADULT FROM £6.00 / CONCESSION FROM £4.80)
ISLE OF SKYE
INVERNESS Loch Ness
ABERDEEN
* Please note that there are dates throughout the year where Midhope Castle and Doune Castle are closed for estate activity and filming.
Fort William DUNDEE Perth
St Andrews
STIRLING GLASGOW
EDINBURGH
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St Andrews
“Our St Andrews tour was excellent! Our guide Dougie was both knowledgeable and entertaining and really flexible about how we spent our time on this tour. I would highly recommend it.” C U LT U R E | J U N E 2 0 1 9
1 DAY TOUR
THE V&A MUSEUM, ST ANDRE WS & THE KINGDOM OF FIFE
BRITISH GOLF MUSEUM OPTION
The V&A Museum, Dundee St Andrews, home of Golf with its Castle and Cathedral The British Golf Museum Anstruther, charming Fife fishing village
The Kingdom of Fife is the ancestral home of Scottish monarchs and is renowned for its charming seaside towns. Our trip takes in the iconic Forth Bridge and the brand-new V&A Dundee; Scotland’s first design museum. Spend the afternoon in the quintessentially Scottish town of St Andrews; best known for its golfing traditions and prestigious university. Wander along the cobbled streets, and discover beautiful views of the cathedral, castle ruins and beaches. Finally, we visit the picturesque fishing town of Anstruther, before making our way back to Edinburgh. A perfect day out in Scotland. Depart Edinburgh at 8.15am, and pass the imposing Forth Bridge. Built in 1890, it is one of Scotland’s greatest man-made landmarks, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We travel onwards to the new V&A Museum in Dundee; Scotland’s first design museum and a vision of contemporary architecture overlooking the River Tay.
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Our next destination is St Andrews; home to world-famous golf courses and Scotland’s oldest university. Explore beautiful beaches, and the ruined castle and cathedral. Treat yourself to a locally made ice cream, before we travel to the quaint fishing town of Anstruther. We arrive back into Edinburgh around 5.30pm.
08:15 17:30 £47 £44
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide Guided Walking Tour of St Andrews Souvenir Map Audio Guides WiFi R
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ST ANDREWS & A TASTE OF THE OLD COURSE
Reserve at the time of booking: The British Golf Museum (ADULT / CONCESSION FROM £9.00)
It’s time to have your cake and eat it. This tour offers you the chance to enjoy the picture postcard views of the Old Course while you have a traditional Afternoon Tea including delectable sandwiches, pastries, scones and of course a pot of tea, in the British Golf Museum Café. Adults from £76. Visit highlandexplorertours.com for full details.
Literally yards from the famous Old Course and home to over 500 years of golfing history, a visit is a must for any golf enthusiast. With 16,000 items, the museum has the most comprehensive golf collection in Britain, and one of the finest in the world.
LEWIS & HARRIS ISLE OF SKYE
INVERNESS Loch Ness
ABERDEEN
Fort William DUNDEE Perth St Andrews STIRLING GLASGOW
EDINBURGH
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EDINBURGH TATTOO EDINBURGH TATTOO DAY TOUR
INCLUDES DISTILLERY TOUR
The World Famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo Sample whisky at Scotland's oldest working distillery Dunkeld Cathedral Hermitage Forest Walk THE NATIONAL Wallace Monument
A stunning day tour of the Highlands, a land of forests, mountains, rivers and glens. Visit a local whisky distillery and sample a warming dram of single malt whisky. The day concludes with our return to Edinburgh in time for an evening at the world famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
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08:45 17:30
ADULT CONCESSION
£146 £143
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide Edinburgh Military Tattoo Ticket Whisky Distillery Tour Dunkeld Cathedral Hermitage Forest Walk Souvenir Map Audio Guides WiFi R Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle
EXPLORE MORE Pay Locally: ‘Taste of Scotland’ Warehouse No 9 Whisky Experience Day Tour (ADULT £192.00 / CONCESSION £189.00)
Upgrade your whisky experience to include an exclusive visit to Warehouse No 9. Enter the bonded warehouse to sample four premium whisky tastes from the exceptional Glenturret single malt range. The upgrade option includes a light lunch at the distillery.
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We leave Edinburgh behind and pass Stirling with views of its impressive Castle and the Wallace Monument. Then it’s into the scenic beauty of the Highlands, once home to the infamous cattle thief and rogue, Rob Roy MacGregor. We visit a local whisky distillery where you will learn how the ‘water of life’ is made and sample a wee dram.
We take in Dunkeld with its spectacular cathedral on the banks of the River Tay before returning south past the inspiring Forth Bridges. Back in Edinburgh, you will have time to relax and explore the city before making your own way to the evening performance of the Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle.
We then explore the peaceful Hermitage and take a short woodland walk to see the stunning Black Linn Falls on the River Braan.
“Our tour guide Duncan was very knowledgeable and friendly. Our day was amazing…everything went very smoothly and we had a most enjoyable day. The Edinburgh Tattoo was breathtaking and it was also lovely to catch up and have a chat with people whom we had met during the day trip.” NEIRDAH | AUGUST 2019
HIGHLAND GAMES HIGHLAND GAMES DAY TOUR
INCLUDES GAMES TICKET
ParticipatE in the tradition of a Clan Gathering Piping competitions & Highland dancing Caber tossing & Hammer throwing Traditional Highland dress Stunning Highland scenery
Join us on a day tour to a real Highland Games where you can soak up the atmosphere and experience the excitement. The Games, or Gatherings, take place in towns and villages throughout the country and are a highlight of the Scottish calendar, making for a truly memorable day out amongst grand Highland scenery. The Highland Games are renowned over the world as a test of strength between Clans. These athletic contests date back over 900 years and the Games are a fantastic spectacle where you’ll see Highland dancing, pipe band displays, hammer throwing, tug-of-war and caber tossing. We have created a range of day tours based around these spectacular cultural events that include the best of our beautiful landscape. Each has its own local charm and character. Our programme includes a visit to the world famous Braemar Gathering attended by members of the Royal Family since Queen Victoria first attended in 1848.
BRAEMAR GATHERING Known as ‘The Games’, and originating from those believed to have been held by Malcolm III in the 11th Century, an annual Highland Games Gathering is held at Braemar in Royal Deeside on the first Saturday in September.
Drum Major at the Highland Games
The Gathering is one of the most famous. Her Majesty the Queen is patron and frequently attends. Having Royal Family at the games has been a tradition since Queen Victoria attended back in 1848.
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SATURDAY & SUNDAY 08:30* 17:45*
DEPARTS RETURNS
£78 £75
ADULT CONCESSION INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide Entrance to the Games Souvenir Map
GAMES PROGRAMME Sun 24th May
Blair Atholl
Sun 14th June
Glamis / Strathmore
Sat 4th July
Luss
Sun 2nd August
Bridge of Allan
Sun 16th August
Crieff
Sat 5th September
Braemar Gathering*
Sat 12th September
Pitlochry
* BRAEMAR GATHERING DEPARTS 08:00 AND RETURNS AT 20:30
“The whole day was amazing. The tour guide Scott made sure we all had a fantastic day out in Pitlochry. His commentary on the bus was superb, full of Scottish wit and even some glorious singing! Probably the best guided tour I’ve ever been on, everything ran smoothly and we were very well looked after! Would definitely recommend to anyone.” RADIL | SEPTEMBER 2019 21
2 DAY TOUR
ROYAL BRAEMAR AND HIGHLAND GAMES Royal Braemar Gathering
Royal Deeside
Piping competitions & Highland Dancing
Tomnaverie Stone Circle
Caber tossing & hammer throwing
St Andrews, home of golf
INCLUDES ROYAL GAMES TICKET
Dunnottar Castle
Traditional Highland dress
5TH SEPTEMBER
SATURDAY 08:00 17:45
DEPARTS RETURNS
ADULT CONCESSION
HOTEL £245 £239
PER PERSON PRICE BASED ON TWIN/DBL SHARE ACCOMMODATION
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide 1 Night Hotel Accommodation 1 Dinner at the Hotel Entrance to the Games Souvenir Map
Join us on a two-day tour to Braemar and its world-famous Royal Highland Gathering. Soak up the atmosphere and experience the excitement at this traditional cultural event. It is believed that the Braemar Gathering has existed for around 1,000 years, and since Queen Victoria’s visit in 1848, the Royal Family have been regular attendees. There will be Highland Games, Highland dancing, clan gatherings and lots of tartan. Our journey takes us through the stunning Highland scenery of Royal Deeside and onto the charming cathedral town of St Andrews before returning to Edinburgh. DAY ONE: Departing Edinburgh at 8.00am we make our way north, over the Firth of Forth, and up into the wild Highlands. Soak up the stunning scenery throughout the journey, before we arrive into the charming village of Braemar and attend the Royal Braemar Gathering. Visit the Duke of Rothesay Highland Games Centre which offers a fascinating exhibition exploring the history of the annual Highland Games. In the evening, enjoy dinner and drinks at our hotel on the River Dee. (Overnight: Royal Deeside)
DAY TWO: Today we set off to discover the delights of Royal Deeside; which takes its name from the River Dee, and the area’s royal connections. Visit the ancient Tomnaverie Stone Circle, then travel to the east coast, where you can wander along the coast and marvel at the dramatic ruins of Dunnottar Castle. Enjoy lunch and free time in the beautiful cathedral town of St Andrews, before arriving back into Edinburgh early evening.
BRAEMAR GATHERING ACCOMMODATION Accommodation is included. See page 24 for details about hotel options.
Known as ‘The Games’, and originating from those believed to have been held by Malcolm III in the 11th Century, an annual Highland Games Gathering is held at Braemar in Royal Deeside on the first Saturday in September. The Gathering is one of the most famous. Her Majesty the Queen is patron and frequently attends. Having Royal Family at the games has been a tradition since Queen Victoria attended back in 1848.
LEWIS & HARRIS ISLE OF SKYE
INVERNESS ABERDEEN
Loch Ness 1
Fort William Glencoe Perth STIRLING GLASGOW 1
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Braemar DUNDEE St Andrews EDINBURGH
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Isle of Islay
COASTS AND WATERS In 2020, Scotland celebrates its Coasts and Waters with a year-long programme of events and activities which will shine a spotlight on these vital elements of our landscape. #YCW2020 Inspired by VisitScotland’s themed year of Coasts and Waters, we have developed three fantastic one-off tours that encompass some of our stunning Scottish islands and marine wildlife. 4 DAY THE ISLAY FESTIVAL OF WHISKY, MUSIC & CULTURE 4 DAY MULL, IONA & STAFFA PUFFIN EXPERIENCE 5TH JUNE 6 DAY SHETLAND SUMMER SOLSTICE 18TH JUNE FROM £905
27TH MAY FROM £685
FROM £835
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HIGHLAND HOSPITALITY
Portree
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: Accommodation is included in the B&B and hotel options. We use local 3* bed & breakfasts, guest houses and 3* Highland hotels. We give you the choice so you can choose what best suits your budget. Whatever you decide you are guaranteed a comfortable room and a warm Highland welcome.
BED & BREAKFAST (B&B)/GUEST HOUSE In most cases you are staying with a family who let out rooms in their home to visitors. B&Bs are renowned for being warm and friendly and many people feel that they offer a more authentic way to experience Scotland. These are generally located within one mile of the centre of town. Most offer a traditional Scottish cooked breakfast.
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HOTEL Highland hotels are smaller than typical hotels ensuring a cosy and hospitable welcome. Facilities are more limited when compared with most hotels situated in large cities, however, you can be assured of a comfortable stay within close proximity to the centre of town. They are usually family run and have their own individual style and character. They serve traditional Scottish breakfast and often offer a dinner option too.
SOLO TRAVELLERS: We have limited availability of single room upgrades which can be selected at the time of booking where available. ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: Highland hotels and B&B’s do not have lifts/elevators. For more information see our Accessibility Statement on page 34.
VOTED TOP RAIL JOURNEY IN THE WORLD
Jacobite Steam Train
THE JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN The Jacobite Steam Train was featured in a number of Harry Potter movies as the ‘Hogwart’s Express’ and travels over the 21 arches of the impressive Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Starting in Mallaig or Fort William the train visits Arisaig, Britain’s most westerly railway station, and from the coast you can see the ‘Small Isles’ of Rum, Eigg, Muck and the stunning white beaches used in films such as Local Hero and Highlander. The Jacobite Steam Train then passes through Glenfinnan where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard to begin his ill-fated claim to the throne in 1745.
We then cross over the viaduct with amazing views down Loch Sheil before heading to Fort William in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. The Jacobite Steam Train is an outstanding way to take in the beautiful scenery of the Scottish west coast and we guarantee it is an experience you will never forget.
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Jacobite Steam Train
“We had a fantastic 3 day tour to the Isle of Skye with guide Carrie. She told many interesting stories along the way about the history of Scotland but also gave plenty of quiet time to just sit back and enjoy the scenery. The ferry journey was nice and the Jacobite Steam Train was breathtaking! I would definitely recommend this tour to family and friends.� B A R B A R A | J U LY 2 0 1 9
3 DAY TOUR
ISLE OF SKYE & THE HIGHLANDS
INCLUDES DUNKELD CATHEDRAL
Jacobite Steam Train *
DUNKELD CATHEDRAL
STUNNING Isle of Skye
DUNVEGAN CASTLE *
Loch Ness
ARMADALE CASTLE & Gardens and Museum of the Isles *
Glencoe EILEAN DONAN CASTLE
Discover the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye with its outstanding natural beauty, Viking history, and ancient myths and legends. This is a journey packed with many of Scotland’s most iconic sights and scenery, as well as the chance to travel one of the great train journeys in the world on the Jacobite Steam Train. DAY ONE: Leaving Edinburgh, past stunning views of the Forth Bridges, we enter the Highlands through Perthshire, a land of forests, rivers and mountains. We visit the quaint village of Dunkeld with its historic cathedral sitting on the banks of the River Tay. It’s then further north into the Highlands before we enter the Great Glen. At Fort Augustus, there is time to explore the shores of Loch Ness and a chance to spot Nessie. The journey continues to the famous Isle of Skye, but first we take in spectacular Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most famous icons. Our home for the night is the Isle of Skye, the ‘winged isle’. (Overnight: Portree) DAY TWO: We spend the day exploring the dramatic Isle of Skye with its amazing scenery, lochs, mountains and rugged coastline. Hear tales of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s escape from the mainland
MAY - SEPTEMBER
MONDAY & SUNDAY APRIL - OCTOBER
against the backdrop of the jagged Cuillin Mountains. Highlights include the mysterious rock formation of the Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock with its cascading waterfall and Dunvegan’s impressive castle. (Overnight: Portree)
WEDNESDAY JUNE - SEPTEMBER
FRIDAY
DAY THREE: We have the chance to explore the castle and gardens of Clan Donald Skye before taking the ferry to the west coast fishing village of Mallaig. Here you can board the Jacobite Steam Train to Fort William, one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world. The train crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct where a monument to Bonnie Prince Charlie’s campaign now stands. We head south through the dramatic scenery of Glencoe, wild Rannoch Moor then the heart of Rob Roy country before arriving back in Edinburgh.
DEPARTS RETURNS SUMMER * RETURNS WINTER†
08:00 20:30 17:30
DELUXE B&B HOTEL ADULT £199-£319 £299-£405 CONCESSION £185-£305 £285-£389 PER PERSON PRICE BASED ON DBL/FAMILY & TWIN SHARE ACCOMMODATION
INCLUSIONS
* (Mid-April to mid-October)
Local Scottish Guide 2 Nights B&B /Hotel Accommodation Ferry Crossing ‘Over the Sea’ from the Isle of Skye * Dunkeld Cathedral Souvenir Map Audio Guides
THE SKYE INN The Skye Inn is a deluxe B&B situated in a quiet corner of Portree, just a five minute walk from the main square. The grand dining room, large open fire, comfy sofas and first class Highland hospitality offer the warmest of welcomes. For those who select the B&B option The Skye Inn is the preferred accommodation for the two nights on the Isle of Skye.
ALL YEAR
SATURDAY
LEWIS & HARRIS
EXPLORE MORE
ISLE OF SKYE
Reserve at the time of booking: Jacobite Steam Train* (ADULT £45.00) Dunvegan Castle Entrance*
2
Portree
INVERNESS
Loch Ness
(ADULT / CONCESSION FROM £13.00)
ABERDEEN Pay Locally: Armadale Castle, Gardens and Museum of the Isles*
Fort William Glencoe
DUNDEE Perth
Oban STIRLING
GLASGOW 2
St Andrews EDINBURGH
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ACCOMMODATION Accommodation is included. See page 24 for details about the B&B and hotel options.
SEASONAL VARIATIONS * Summer itinerary mid-April to mid-October. † Winter itinerary mid-October to mid-April, day three south via Skye Bridge, Glencoe and Rannoch Moor. See website for details. 27
Eilean Donan Castle
“I highly recommend this tour! My daughter and I were treated to an experience well beyond our expectations. Our tour guide Tom went above and beyond to make sure that everyone was having a good time. His knowledge of history and passion for his country shone brightly every day and his storytelling abilities were wonderful. I am now left with precious memories and a strong desire to return and see more!� CINDY | JUNE 2019
5 DAY TOUR INCLUDES WHISKY DISTILLERY VISIT
ISLE OF SKYE, LOCH NESS & INVERNESS Jacobite Steam Train
EILEAN DONAN CASTLE
Isle of Skye
GLENCOE
Armadale Castle & Gardens
Highland capital Inverness
Loch Ness CRUISE
Fishing port of Oban
Whisky distillery visit
Culloden Battlefield (as featured in Outlander)
Take a spectacular journey through the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye. Venture through a range of classic Highland scenery; experience many local gems and be inspired by myths and legends. We’ve got mighty Glencoe, the option to ride the ‘Hogwarts Express’ Jacobite Steam Train, whisky tasting and ruined castles galore. From start to finish, every part of this trip reveals a little more of Scotland’s quintessential charm. DAY ONE: We head north to Stirling and the towering Wallace Monument with stunning views of the Castle. We try a dram of the ‘Water of life’ at a Highland whisky distillery. We enter the Highlands heading through wild Rannoch Moor and Glencoe and on to the fishing port of Oban. (Overnight: Oban) DAY TWO: Take the steam train from Fort William crossing the Glenfinnan viaduct featured in the Harry Potter movies or travel the equally impressive ‘Road to the Isles’. We take the ferry to the Isle of Skye where we can explore Armadale Castle and Gardens, former home of the MacDonalds, before driving north to our overnight destination. (Overnight: Portree) DAY THREE: We explore more of the mysterious Isle of Skye with its awe-inspiring mountains, stunning coastline, myths and legends before returning to the mainland. On the way to Loch Ness we pass Eilean Donan Castle and wind our way along the Great Glen to Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands. (Overnight: Inverness)
APRIL - OCTOBER
MONDAY
DAY FOUR: Hunt for the elusive monster with a cruise on Loch Ness before heading north towards the stunning beauty of the northwest Highlands. We take in the beautiful town of Beauly with its Priory dating back to 1230, then it’s into the rugged and isolated mountains that secure Scotland’s place as one of the last great wilderness in Europe. (Overnight: Inverness) DAY FIVE: We explore Culloden Battlefield, the scene of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s defeat back in 1746 then the mysterious burial chambers of Clava Cairns; which inspired the hit TV series Outlander. We visit the Highland Folk Museum to get a real taste of Highland life from the past centuries before heading to Dunkeld with its beautiful cathedral, on our way back to Edinburgh.
Working in partnership with the National Trust for Scotland we are delighted to offer you a special discounted admission fee. On the 16th of April 1746, Culloden was the site of the last pitched battle fought on the British mainland. Through an interpretive exhibition and a visit to the battlefield itself, you can learn why this hour long conflict changed Highland life and world history forever. With ongoing archaeological research and fresh historical interpretations, the story is far from over… More recently Culloden has been used as the backdrop to the popular TV series Outlander.
ADULT CONCESSION
B&B HOTEL £535-£589 £659-£745 £515-£569 £639-£725
PER PERSON PRICE BASED ON DBL/FAMILY & TWIN SHARE ACCOMMODATION
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide 4 Nights B&B/Hotel Accommodation Ferry Crossing ‘Over the Sea’ to the Isle of Skye Whisky Distillery Tour Culloden Battlefield Clava Cairns Souvenir Map
EXPLORE MORE Reserve at the time of booking: Jacobite Steam Train (ADULT £45.00)
LEWIS & HARRIS
CULLODEN BATTLEFIELD & VISITOR CENTRE
09:00 17:30
DEPARTS RETURNS
ISLE OF SKYE
1
Portree
2
Pay Locally: Loch Ness Cruise Armadale Castle, Gardens and Museum of the Isles Culloden Visitor Centre
INVERNESS ABERDEEN
Loch Ness Fort William
ACCOMMODATION Glencoe
DUNDEE
1
Perth
Oban
St Andrews
STIRLING GLASGOW 1
Accommodation is included. See page 24 for details about the B&B and hotel options.
EDINBURGH
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Isle of Harris
“We struck gold on this tour with our guide Duncan. He knew Scotland like the back of his hand, and told us great stories, wild legends and lots of useful information about each area. The Outer Hebrides will steal your hearts as it did ours. The final day of the tour was the cherry on top with a ride on the Jacobite Steam Train!� R OBIN
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6 DAY TOUR
ISLE OF SKYE & THE OUTER HEBRIDES Glencoe Loch Ness Isle of Skye Eilean Donan Castle
INCLUDES WHISKY DISTILLERY VISIT
Dun Carloway, Iron Age Broch Armadale Castle, Gardens and Museum to the Isles
Jacobite Steam Train
Ferry from Skye to the west coast fishing village of Mallaig
Callanish Standing Stones
Highland Capital Inverness
Prepare for an unforgettable journey across the Highlands and Islands, where we discover some of Scotland’s most iconic destinations, as well as the hidden gems; from the world-famous Loch Ness to the remote corners of the Outer Hebrides. We explore by land and sea, from beach to battlefield, castle to coastal town; where stunning scenery, ancient monuments, and Scotch whisky are guaranteed. Immerse yourself in the magic of the Isle of Skye and Glencoe, while we keep you entertained with myths, legends, and tales from our rich history. DAY ONE: We travel north towards Bannockburn; site of the famous battle won by ‘Outlaw King’ Robert the Bruce. Learn about William Wallace as we pass Stirling Castle, and catch a glimpse of Doune Castle, which appears in Monty Python & the Holy Grail, Outlander and Game of Thrones. Soak up the atmospheric scenery in Glencoe and learn about the legend of ‘Nessie’ at Loch Ness. (Overnight: Inverness) DAY TWO: Start the day with fresh air and stunning scenery at Black Water Falls. We continue north and take to the water on the ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis and continue our journey south to the Isle of Harris. You’ll be blown away at the beauty of the flawless white sand beaches with turquoise sea, and a backdrop of mountains. We have time to explore the island and view beautiful seal colonies before indulging in some of the best local produce. (Overnight: Stornoway) DAY THREE: Travel back in time to the Neolithic period at the mysterious 5000-year old Callanish Standing Stones, and then fast-forward to the Iron Age at the broch of Dun Carloway. Experience traditional island life at the Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, and then explore the remote and rugged Atlantic coastline. Visit the Butt of Lewis, the most northerly point on the island, to see the isolated lighthouse. (Overnight Stornoway) DAY FOUR: Depart Stornoway and drive back south towards the picturesque Isle of Harris. Unwind with a wee dram of whisky at local island distillery then enjoy free time to shop for Harris Tweed before we board the ferry and go over the sea to the Isle of Skye. Spend the afternoon exploring the Trotternish peninsula, learning about the island’s myths and legends, while gazing at the enchanting scenery. We arrive at our final stop in the main town of Portree in time to enjoy dinner in one of the local restaurants. (Overnight Portree)
DAY FIVE: Enjoy a magical day of island exploration on the Isle of Skye. Visit the enchanted waters of the Sligachan River with views of the old bridge and the breathtaking Cuillin mountains. Drive over the Skye Bridge to the iconic and beautiful Eilean Donan Castle; used in the filming of Highlander and James Bond. Free time back in Portree; visit the shops, restaurants, and picturesque harbour with its colourful facades. (Overnight: Portree) DAY SIX: Wander round Armadale Castle, Gardens and Museum; the spiritual home of Clan Donald and our final stop on the Isle of Skye. We take the ferry back to the mainland, arriving at the fishing village of Mallaig on the west coast. You have a chance to experience one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world and travel over the Glenfinnan Viaduct on the Jacobite Steam Train; made famous by Harry Potter. We take the scenic route back to Edinburgh through the Cairngorms National Park, arriving around 8.30pm. Stornoway 2 LEWIS & HARRIS
Ullapool
1 Inverness ISLE 22 Portree OF SKYE Loch Ness ABERDEEN Mallaig Fort William Glencoe DUNDEE Perth St Andrews STIRLING
GLASGOW 1
JUNE - SEPTEMBER
SATURDAY DEPARTS RETURNS
08:30 20:30
ADULT CONCESSION
B&B £799 £779
PER PERSON PRICE BASED ON TWIN/DBL SHARE ACCOMMODATION SINGLE ROOM UPGRADE AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF BOOKING
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide 5 Nights B&B Accommodation Gearrannan Blackhouse Village Whisky Distillery Tour All Ferry Crossings Souvenir Map
EXPLORE MORE Reserve at the time of booking: Jacobite Steam Train (ADULT £45.00) Pay Locally: The Battle of Bannockburn Experience Eilean Donan Castle Armadale Castle, Gardens and Museum of the Isles
ACCOMMODATION Accommodation is included. See page 24 for details.
EDINBURGH
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6 DAY TOUR UP HELLY AA
VIKING FIRE FESTIVAL
Viking parade and longboat burning Royal Braemar Time in Lerwick to visit the Shetland Museum Breathtaking scenery of The Shetland islands St Andrews, home of golf Traditional music sessions The Shetland Museum, Lerwick
23RD JANUARY 2021
SATURDAY DEPARTS RETURNS
08:30 17:30
ADULT/CONCESSION
£879
PER PERSON PRICE BASED ON TWIN SHARE ACCOMMODATION SINGLE ROOM OPTIONS AVAILABLE, SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
INCLUSIONS Local Scottish Guide 2 Overnight Ferries (Twin-Share Cabin) 3 Nights Hotel Free Time in Lerwick Guided Tour of Shetland Souvenir Map
EXPLORE MORE The Shetland Museum, Lerwick
Few have heard of it, let alone been. Our destination is the remote islands of Shetland in the far north of Scotland for one of the most incredible festivals in Europe. On the last Tuesday of January this traditional winter festival marks the lengthening of the days and the dawn of another year. Classic Scottish dancing, traditional Shetland music, the boat burning ceremony and torchlight procession makes for an unforgettable experience. DAY ONE: Leaving our capital city of Edinburgh we stop to view the iconic Forth Bridge, opened in 1890 for the passage of trains heading north. We then travel on through the Kingdom of Fife with its stunning coastal scenery before stopping at the ancient university town of St Andrews. Known as the Home of Golf, the town also boasts the magnificent ruins of a 12th Century Cathedral. We then travel to Aberdeen via Dunnottar Castle, perched dramatically on the edge of the North Sea, and board the ferry for the overnight journey to the Shetland Islands. (Overnight: Ferry) DAY TWO: After sailing into Lerwick we spend the morning enjoying the main town of Shetland including a visit to Clickimin Broch. After a visit to Scalloway Castle we spend the afternoon in the north of the island exploring the fantastic coastal areas of Lunna and Eshaness before we return for a night out in the Shetland capital! (Overnight: Lerwick) DAY THREE: In the west of Shetland we will visit the islands of Burra and Trondra before heading to the stunning beach at St Ninian’s Isle. We then visit Jarslhoff, one of Scotland’s finest prehistoric sites, before moving onto the stunning cliffs and sea views at Sumburgh in the far south of the island. We return to Lerwick to prepare for the main event with some celebrations in town with the locals. (Overnight: Lerwick) DAY FOUR: The big day! You get to watch the junior Jarl Squad (young Vikings) have their own parade before the main event. Vikings make their way through the streets culminating in the ceremonial burning of a full size replica Viking Long Ship. Your Guide will be available throughout the day to make sure you don’t miss any of this world famous festival. (Overnight: Lerwick)
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DAY FIVE: After breakfast, we venture north taking in the ancient Tingwall Parliament and explore the west of the Island. Our return to Lerwick allows free time for souvenir shopping or a visit to the Shetland Museum before boarding our overnight ferry back to mainland Scotland. (Overnight: Ferry)
SHETLAND
DAY SIX: We make our way through Royal Deeside and pass 3 Crathie Kirk where the Royal Family worships when at their Lerwick Highland residence. We also visit the resting place of John Brown, ghillie to Queen Victoria and made famous in the movie Mrs Brown starring Billy Connolly. We will then have ample time to visit Braemar for lunch. Our return journey passes through the Cairngorms National Park before arriving back in Edinburgh. ORKNEY 2 ISLES
LEWIS & HARRIS
ISLE OF SKYE
INVERNESS Loch Ness
ABERDEEN
Braemar DUNDEE Perth
St Andrews
STIRLING GLASGOW 2
EDINBURGH
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PRIVATE GROUP TOURS
POSSIBLE TOUR THEMES INCLUDE:
If you are part of a group in search of your own personal tour of Scotland, we would love to hear from you.
Whisky Trail – take a trip through Scotland’s whisky regions to find your perfect malt and discover the different techniques that make Scotland’s favourite drink.
We have been offering the best tours throughout the Highlands of Scotland for many years and with our knowledge and expertise, we are well placed to offer private tours with itineraries tailor-made to suit your interests. We can cater for groups of any size and whether you want a day tour, a multiday tour or an airport transfer, we can help. With a dedicated Groups Department, experienced local Guides and a fleet of modern midi-coaches, you can relax and enjoy your time in Scotland as we’ll take care of all the planning.
We’ll design an itinerary to suit your budget and requirements to help you get the most out of your tour. No matter where you would like to go, or what special interest you may have, we will put together a tour that will deliver an exceptional and unforgettable experience. We would be delighted to discuss your requirements and put together the perfect tour for your group so please feel free to contact us. Email: groups@highlandexplorertours.com
Golf – Scotland is the home of Golf. Castles – discover some of our most iconic buildings built centuries ago. History & Heritage – explore your Clan’s heritage or relive one of Scotland’s great stories from the past. Taste of Scotland – with some of the best produce around and incredible restaurants to boot, Scotland is a foodie’s paradise. Film Locations – see iconic locations from your favourite films and TV shows, like Outlander and Macbeth. Weddings – get married in your dream castle in Scotland to make your special day truly memorable. 33
WE CARE Highland Explorer Tours are delighted to have achieved gold status in the Green Tourism Business Scheme for the 5th year running. This scheme recognises our company’s ongoing commitment towards sustainability that is achieved by excellent practices throughout the company. Coach travel has been proven to reduce congestion and cause less pollution per passenger kilometre than any other form of transportation. Our coach fleet is among the most efficient in
Europe and complies with EU emissions standards. Highland Explorer Tours has been awarded with a 5-star accreditation by Ecostar scheme that provides recognition and guidance on environmental best practice to coach operators. Highland Explorer Tours, as part of The Travel Corporation, is proud to commit to using environmentally friendly paper for the body of our brochures. This brochure is printed on paper that has been sourced from sustainably managed forests.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHARITY OFFERING (ECO) SCHEME
Highland Explorer Tours are committed to sustainable tourism and to preserving Scotland’s natural wildlife, environment and unique cultures for future generations to enjoy. We have pioneered an Eco Scheme where you can make an optional £2 donation when booking any tour. We will match every donation you make.
Trees for Life are an award-wining charity working to restore the Caledonian Forest in the Highlands of Scotland. The charity has funded the protection of a number of existing forest remnants and have so far planted over half a million trees. For more information go to highlandexplorertours.com/about-us/sustainable-tourism
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT We are committed to making your tour with us as enjoyable as possible no matter what your individual needs are. Nevertheless, there are certain limitations that may arise due to the local and rural nature of Scotland. The following is intended to provide useful information for anyone travelling with us. Our coaches generally pick up and drop off customers at our overnight accommodation properties, although there may be a short walk to meet the coach at some locations. Unfortunately, our guides are not able to assist with wheelchairs or offer physical assistance when embarking or disembarking from the bus. Passengers should be able to board and disembark the coach themselves using the access stairs or with the assistance of a travelling companion. The accommodation establishments are of 3-star standard or equivalent and are located in a mixture of small towns and rural villages; some of which may have sloping streets and uneven paths. The properties are generally less than one mile away from the village/town centre and all the locations have taxis available on request from the accommodation reception. 34
Guest houses only provide breakfast whereas hotels have dinner and breakfast options available. There will always be vegetarian options available but in more rural locations, gluten free and dairy free options may be limited. It will not be possible for guests to prepare their own food in guest house or hotel kitchens. With only a very few exceptions all B&B and Highland hotel bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. Level-entry showers, ground floor bedrooms and adapted toilets are very limited, only available on request and cannot be guaranteed. There may be several steps before accessing the reception area from the front entrance and Highland hotels do not have lifts/elevators. Please contact us for advice about evacuation or porters should you need assistance. If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact us before booking. One of our experienced reservations staff will be more than happy to assist with you enquiry. For our full accessibility statement, go to highlandexplorertours.com/essential-info/accessibility
Edinburgh
Photography: David Win, DRW Photography. Gillian Renilson. Graham Stevenson. Haley Plotkin. Jamie Ross. John Duncan, VisitScotland. Kasia Hetman. Kay Gillespie, The Chaotic Scot. Kenny Lam, VisitScotland. Liam Power. Paul Tomkins, VisitScotland. Richard Nixon. Sally Stevens. Scottish Viewpoint. Shetland Amenity Trust. Skye Class. Stephen Bridger Photography. The Royal Edinburgh Tattoo. Heidi Ahvenainen. John Duncan, VisitScotland. The Lovat, Loch Ness.
HIGHLAND EXPLORER TOURS - TERMS & CONDITIONS Once Highland Explorer Tours, a trading name of Radical Travel Group Limited, hereinafter through deduction in calculating any refund due to the cancelling passengers. The following cancellation policies apply: HIGHLAND EXPLORER TOURS. referred to as “the Operator”, confirms your booking a contract is made between the Operator and you upon the terms and conditions set out below. Your statutory rights are not 2.4 Product Cancellations Cancellations from 45 days Full fee outside 45 days until full fee threshold threshold affected. In a booking with more than one passenger the ‘lead passenger’ will be deemed to have accepted the terms and conditions on behalf of all passengers within the booking. Highland Explorer Tours No Fee No Fee 24 hrs or less The ‘lead passenger’ is the passenger who makes the booking on behalf of all passengers in Day Tour 100% fee a multi-passenger booking and is named in the ‘lead passenger’ field within the booking. Highland Explorer Tours Flexi-Deposit 45-15 full days prior to 14 days or less Within these Booking Conditions, “you” and “your” means all persons named on the Standard Trips (2.2) departure – 25% fee 100% fee booking (including anyone who is added at a later date). Highland Explorer Tours 25% Fee 45-22 full days prior to 21 days or less 1. Booking/Acceptance 1.1 The Operator accepts a booking on the understanding that a deposit or full payment has been collected and held either by the Operator directly, or by an authorised travel agent on the Operator’s behalf. Bookings made via the Operator’s own website are considered as made with the Operator directly. 1.2 On confirmation of your booking, subject to availability and at the Operator’s discretion, the Operator will reserve your place(s) on your selected products (“tours”). It is your (or on bookings involving more than one person, the lead passenger’s) responsibility, as the customer, to check the accuracy of your booking and travel dates. A contract is only made between you and the Operator upon your booking being confirmed and accepted and communication thereof to either you or your authorised travel agent (hereinafter referred to as “confirmation”). 1.3 On confirmation of your booking, a Booking Statement indicating the amount paid and an e-ticket will be sent to either you or your travel agent 1.4 In order to reserve your tour: 1.4a) Tours costing 200 GBP, or less: full payment must be made at time of booking. 1.4b) Tours costing more than 200 GBP: a flexi-deposit of 50 GBP, per person per tour is required, but if the booking is made within 45 days of the nominated departure date, the full amount payable must be made at the time of booking. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first instalment of the total tour price by the Operator only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by the Operator or your travel agent. Please note that there is no deposit option for the Up Helly Aa Viking Fire Festival Tour. Full Payment has to be made at the time of booking and normal cancellation fees apply (see 2.1). 1.4c) The outstanding balance of the tour price must be paid by no later than 45 days prior to the scheduled, nominated or confirmed tour departure date or the payment date specified in any promotion, which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you. Whilst every endeavour will be made to remind you of the payment due dates, it is your responsibility to make this payment in full by the due date. If payment is not made to the Operator or to your authorised travel agent (for agent bookings) by the due date, the Operator will assume that you have cancelled your tour and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by the Operator. 1.4d) Booking Statements confirming ‘Full Payment’ will not be issued until full payment has been received by the Operator or authorised travel agent. 1.5 In the case of bookings made within 45 days of tour departure, the full cost of the tour will be payable immediately at time of booking. 1.6 The Operator reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should full payment not be received within the above specified periods. 1.7 If you wish to book to travel at student prices, you must have an ISIC, ITIC or ISE student card or a Student Flights ID Card, valid at the time of and for the duration of your travel with the operator. Please note the minimum age for children on our tours is 5 years old. Children (aged 5-16 inclusive and must be accompanied by an adult), Seniors (aged 60+).
Festivals and Events (2.5)
departure – 50% fee
100% fee
* Upgrades and Add Ons do not qualify for a deposit payment and attract a 0% fee if cancelled with their connected product outside 45 days. **For trips that do not qualify for a deposit option when booked more than 45 days prior to the confirmed/nominated departure date, any cancellation outside 45 days will levy the same fee as per cancellations from 45 days until the full fee threshold.
2.5 Festivals, Special Events including Tattoo & Highland Games tours, Shetland Summer Solstice, The Islay Festival of Whisky, Music & Culture & Mull, Iona & Staffa Puffin Experience tours plus Add On Products: (Special conditions apply to non-standard products). Please refer to table 2.4 for updated terms and conditions relating to these products.
5. Dispute Procedures 5.1 If you have a complaint in respect of any Operator, you should inform the Operator’s Representative at the time. Any complaint that cannot be resolved by the Representative should be submitted in writing within 28 days of the incident to The Customer Services Manager, Highland Explorer Tours, 60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB, Scotland, United Kingdom so that your complaint can be passed to and then investigated by the Operator. The Operators will not consider complaints after the 28 day period from the end of your tour. 5.2 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Scots Law unless the Operator agrees otherwise in writing. 5.3 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be rewritten to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity and enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected. 5.4 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against the Operator, you agree to pay all the Operator’s costs, including but not limited to attorney / client costs. 5.5 Our Guarantee Policy. Any Issues need to be raised whilst on tour to info@highlandexplorertours.com or 0131 558 3738. If these issues are not resolved to your satisfaction a full refund will be awarded.
6. Contracting Parties 6.1 The booking conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you and the Operator. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or 2.6 Private Group / Bespoke Tours – specific cancellation fees apply to each tour, the implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract Operator will inform you of these prior to payment. A non-refundable deposit will be required at time of booking to cover any accommodation, third party supplier, meals and may only be varied by a duly authorised officer or Director of the Operator in writing. 6.2 Your contract is with the Operator. At any time, and at the Operator’s complete attraction costs. Where bookings include entrance fees to attractions, accommodation, involve accommodation upgrades or specific accommodation requests any cancellation discretion, the Operator may nominate to you in writing any other company or person fees incurred by the Operator will be passed on to you in addition to the standard Private to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which the Operator Group / Bespoke Tour refund policy. 2.7 Any changes of departure date or tour within 45 may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that days of departure but prior to the full fee threshold (as defined in clause 2) will incur an company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with the Operator. The Operator may at its complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising administration fee of 25 GBP per person per tour, subject to availability and charges in under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you. 6.3 All bookings with carriers lieu of clauses 2.10 or 2.11 where the new departure date / tour must be immediately nominated. These changes may result in the loss of any special discounts applied to the and other service providers are subject to their terms and conditions and limitations originally booked Tours and are in addition to any fees that may be levied by your Travel of liability. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, Agent. 2.8 Tour changes to one of a lower value or seasonality will result in the loss of personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. Whilst the Operator cannot accept any special discounts applied to the originally booked tour and will be subject to an any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or administration fee equivalent to the cancellation fee on the original tour booked. omission of any such third parties, the Operator will give reasonable assistance in 2.9 Tour changes to one of higher value or seasonality will require the difference helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. 6.4 Many accommodation arrangements in price to be paid. This may also result in the loss of any special discounts applied referred to in this brochure are provided by third party providers (unless stated to the originally booked tours. 2.10 If the reason for your cancellation is covered under otherwise). They are subject to the terms and conditions, and limitations of liability, your insurance policy, you may be able to make a claim under that policy. imposed by the provider. 6.5 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the 2.11 No name changes are permitted. time of going to print, however the Operator cannot be held responsible for printing 3. Local Tours & Excursions and typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances. 3.1 You may have the opportunity to purchase local tours or excursions from your Guide 7. Validity or Check-in Staff. These tours and excursions are run by local operators and will be The programmes, products and tours advertised on the website and brochure are valid subject to their terms and conditions. 3.2 Local tours and excursions purchased via from the operating season pertaining to each Operator as specified in the brochure and Guides/Check-In staff are non-refundable. It is your responsibility to meet the tour at the the Operator’s website, unless stated to the contrary. These Terms and Conditions designated departure point and time. Travel on local tours and excursions will only be supersede all previous Terms and Conditions issued and are valid for all reservations permitted on presentation of the issued voucher to the named operator. 3.3 Local tour made on or after 1 August 2019, until replaced. 2. Cancellations & Changes and excursion vouchers that are lost or stolen cannot be replaced. 3.4 Please note that 2.1 Cancellation of your booking must be in writing to either the Operator (for direct or prices printed in brochures are correct at the time of print and maybe subject to change. 8. Highland Explorer Tours - Operating Company website bookings) or the authorised Agent through which your booking was made. If your All Highland Explorer Tours are operated by: - Radical Travel Group Limited Atholl 4. Changes by The Operator booking was made through an authorised Agent, all amendments and cancellations must Exchange, 6 Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. Registered in Scotland No 136334. 4.1 Prices in this brochure are based on costs and exchange rates at August, 2019. be made directly through the Agent and not with the Operator (the Agent may also levy 8.1 c) A selection of local Operators provide additional services across tours advertised Should these costs change it may be necessary to make a surcharge on the price of cancellation charges in addition to those noted below – please check with the Agent at your tour. Should the total tour price increase by more than 10% you will have the right in this brochure. For a full set of details and their respective terms and conditions please time of booking). When written notification has been received by the Operator, a fee will be refer to highlandexplorertours.com. to cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty. 4.2 No surcharge in respect of levied to cover the costs incurred. The amount of the cancellation fee will be dependent on costs or currency fluctuations will be made once payment of the deposit for your tour 9. Data Protection Statement the number of days prior to the departure date of the tour (not including the day of has been received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges and does not apply to any Please be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal booking departure or the day of notification). taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In exchange information held by us. This information will be passed on to the principal and to the 2.2 Flexi-Deposit: If you need to cancel for whatever reason, where written confirmation is for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced. The surcharge will relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. The information may also be provided to received by the Operator from you or your authorised Agent at least 45 days notice prior only be made where the increase in cost will affect the price of the tour by more than public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by to your confirmed or nominated departure date, your deposit value will remain as a credit 2%. 4.3 The Operator reserves the right to vary, modify or cancel any itinerary, either law. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. on your booking available to use against another trip. One deposit amount can be credited part or wholly. If this is necessary, they will substitute alternative arrangements of We will only pass your information on to persons responsible for your travel per trip. Deposits cannot be combined or applied to existing bookings. No refund of the comparable value, or at the Operator’s discretion provide a full or partial refund. arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as deposit will be applicable. Where the new trip departure is within the 2020 operating 4.4 If access to any country or area is prohibited for reasons of force majeure (i.e. details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. (If we cannot pass this season (defined as the period covering all scheduled departures), this must be confirmed circumstances such as political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure information to the relevant suppliers we will be unable to provide your booking. In in writing to the Operator minimum 45 days prior to the new departure date Flexi-deposit of airports or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear disasters, making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant option is not available on Up Helly Aa and Shetland Summer Solstice, The Islay Festival of fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or other similar Whisky, Music & Culture & Mull, Iona & Staffa Puffin Experience tours. All changes are subject events beyond the Operator’s control) the Operator reserves the right to amend or alter persons). Where the data might be passed on for marketing purposes, you have the right to opt out of future marketing. You also have a right of access to data held which to availability. the product, or fully or partially withdraw the programme. If the Operator cannot offer can be obtained by writing to Radical Travel Group Limited, Atholl Exchange, 6 Canning 2.3 Cancellation of individual passengers from a multiple booking where a group discount suitable substitute services, you will be entitled to a refund (less reasonable expenses Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. Further detail and our full Privacy Policy can be found on our incurred by the Operator in respect of your booking). The amount of the refund will be applies (‘4 or more’ discount) may mean that the discount applied on booking will be website. Please see highlandexplorertours.com forfeited, due to the qualifying criteria no longer being met. If the cancellation results in the calculated pro-rata based on used portion of the tour. 4.5 The Operator reserves the 10. Terms and Conditions right to alter or substitute the type of vehicle mentioned in the mentioned in the qualifying criteria no longer being met then the total price payable for the remaining For a full expanded list of our Terms and Conditions please see highlandexplorertours.com brochure or websites. passengers on the booking will be adjusted, and any forfeited discount will be reclaimed
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TOURS AT A GLANCE DAY TOUR MON 1 Day Loch Ness Explorer (All Year) 1 Day Loch Ness & A Taste of the Highlands (April - November) 1 Day Whisky & Waterfalls (August) 1 Day Southern Highlands & A Taste of ‘The Water of Life’ (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo Taste (August) 1 Day Outlander Explorer (April - September) 3 Day Isle of Skye & The Highlands (May - September) 5 Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness (April - October)
DEPARTS 08.00 08.00 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.00 09.00
RETURNS 20.00 20.00 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 20.30 17.30
ADULT FROM £48-£59 £81-£93 £54 £110 £146 £192 £53-£56 £309-£405 £535-£745
CONCESSIONS SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £14 SAVE £20
TUE
1 Day Loch Ness Explorer (All Year) 1 Day Loch Ness & A Taste of the Highlands (April - November) 1 Day Whisky & Waterfalls (April - August) 1 Day Southern Highlands & A Taste of ‘The Water of Life’ (April - August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo Taste (August) 1 Day Outlander Explorer (April - September)
08.00 08.00 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45
20.00 20.00 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30
£48-£59 £81-£93 £48-£54 £106-£110 £146 £192 £53-£56
SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3
WED
1 Day Loch Ness Explorer (All Year) 1 Day Loch Ness & A Taste of the Highlands (April - November) 1 Day Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & The Kelpies (April - September) 1 Day Whisky & Waterfalls (August) 1 Day Southern Highlands & A Taste of ‘The Water of Life’ (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo Taste (August) 3 Day Isle of Skye & The Highlands (April - October) 4 Day Islay Festival of Whisky, Music & Culture (27th May 2020)
08.00 08.00 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.00 09.00
20.00 20.00 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 20.30 19.30
£48-£59 £81-£93 £46-£49 £54 £110 £146 £192 £289-£405 £849
SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £14 SAVE £14
THU
1 Day Loch Ness Explorer (All year) 1 Day Loch Ness & A Taste of the Highlands (April - November) 1 Day Whisky & Waterfalls (April - September) 1 Day Southern Highlands & A Taste of ‘The Water of Life’ (April - September) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo Taste (August) 1 Day Outlander Explorer (April - September) 6 Day Shetland Summer Solstice (18th June 2020)
08.00 08.00 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.00
20.00 20.00 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30
£48-£59 £81-£93 £48-£54 £106-£110 £146 £192 £53-£56 £919
SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £14
FRI
1 Day Loch Ness Explorer (All Year) 1 Day Loch Ness & A Taste of the Highlands (April - November) 1 Day Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & The Kelpies (April - October) 1 Day Alnwick Castle & The Borders (April - August) 1 Day Whisky & Waterfalls (August) 1 Day Southern Highlands & A Taste of ‘The Water of Life’ (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo Taste (August) 3 Day Isle of Skye & The Highlands (June - September) 4 Day Mull, Iona & Staffa Puffin Experience (5th June 2020)
08.00 08.00 08.45 08.15 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.00 08.30
20.00 20.00 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 20.30 17.30
£48-£59 £81-£93 £46-£49 £47 £54 £110 £146 £192 £319-£405 £699
SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £14 SAVE £14
SAT
1 Day Loch Ness Explorer (All Year) 1 Day Loch Ness & A Taste of the Highlands (April - November) 1 Day Outlander Explorer (June - August) 1 Day Whisky & Waterfalls (All Year) 1 Day Southern Highlands & A Taste of ‘The Water of Life’ (All Year) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo (August) 1 Day Edinburgh Tattoo Taste (August) 1 Day Highland Games (July & September) 2 Day Royal Braemar and Highland Games (5th September 2020) 3 Day Isle of Skye & The Highlands (All Year) 6 Day Up Helly Aa (23rd January 2021) 6 Day Isle of Skye & The Outer Hebrides (June - September)
08.00 08.00 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.45 08.30** 08.00 08.00 08.30 08.30
20.00 20.00 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.45** 17.45 20.30* 17.30 20.30
£48-£59 £81-£93 £56 £45-£54 £98-£110 £146 £192 £78 £245 £199-£405 £879 £799
SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £3 SAVE £6 SAVE £14 N/A SAVE £20
08.00 08.00 08.15 08.15 08.45 08.15 08.45 08.30 08.00
20.00 20.00 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.45 20.30
£48-£59 £81-£93 £47 £76 £41-£49 £47 £53-£56 £78 £309-£405
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HOW TO BOOK YOUR TOUR: IN PERSON: • Our Office – 60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB • Visitor Information Centre • Your Hotel Concierge or Guest House Reception
BY PHONE: +44 (0) 131 558 3738 ONLINE: highlandexplorertours.com EMAIL: info@highlandexplorertours.com
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ALL TOURS DEPART FROM: 60 High Street, Royal Mile Edinburgh
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SOUTH BRIDGE
1 Day Loch Ness Explorer (All Year) 1 Day Loch Ness & A Taste of the Highlands (April - November) 1 Day The V&A Museum, St Andrews & The Kingdom of Fife (May - August) 1 Day St Andrews & a Taste of the Old Course (May - August) 1 Day Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & The Kelpies (All Year) 1 Day Alnwick Castle & The Borders (April - September) 1 Day Outlander Explorer (April - May, September) 1 Day Highland Games (May, June & August) 3 Day Isle of Skye & The Highlands (May - September)
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