Highland
Tours
Experience the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands in comfort with Tartan Transfers. Whether you want to explore towering mountains, serene lochs, or historic castles, our private tours let you take in the scenery at your own pace. With professional drivers, flexible itineraries, and luxury vehicles, we make every journey effortless and unforgettable. From hidden gems to iconic landscapes, the Highlands are yours to discover—relax, enjoy, and let us guide the way.
Highland Castles Explorer (Full Day – 9 Hours)
Tour Overview
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9am Pick up from your accommodation or city centre
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11.15am Glencoe One of Scotland’s most dramatic valleys, known for its towering mountains and cinematic scenery. A perfect photo opportunity and chance to take in the Highland atmosphere.
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12.45pm Fort Augustus A charming village at the southern tip of Loch Ness. Stroll along the Caledonian Canal and enjoy views across the loch.
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1.45pm Urquhart Castle Explore the dramatic ruins overlooking Loch Ness and discover centuries of Highland history.
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3.30pm Inverness Enjoy lunch in the capital of the Highlands, with riverside cafés and independent restaurants
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5pm Pitlochry A picturesque Victorian town, ideal for a short stroll or coffee break before heading south
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6pm return to Edinburgh
Included Not Included
Private Vehicle Meals
Professional Driver Entrance Fees
Hotel or City Centre Pickup & Drop-off Optional External Tours
Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Experience (Half Day– 5 Hours)
Tour Overview
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9am Pick up from your accommodation or city centre
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10.00am Stirling Castle One of Scotland’s grandest castles, once home to Scottish royalty and central to the Wars of Independence
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12pm Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Enjoy sweeping Highland scenery as we travel through this protected landscape
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12.45pm Loch Lomond Shores Relax by the UK’s largest loch, with time for photos and a peaceful walk along the water
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2pm return to Edinburgh
Included Not Included
Private Vehicle Meals
Professional Driver Entrance Fees
Hotel or City Centre Pickup & Drop-off Optional External Tours
Outlander Filming Locations (Full Day – 8 Hours)
Tour Overview
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9am Pick up from your accommodation or city centre
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9.45am Midhope Castle (30 Minutes) The exterior of Lallybroch, Jamie Fraser’s ancestral home.
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10.45am Doune Castle ( 60 minutes) Featured as Castle Leoch in Outlander and in multiple other productions.
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12.15pm Falkland (45 minutes) Standing in for 1940s Inverness in the series.
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2.45pm Blackness Castle (45 minutes) Dramatically positioned on the Firth of Forth, used as Fort William.
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3.45pm Linlithgow Palace (45 minutes) Birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots and another key filming location.
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5pm return to Edinburgh
Included Not Included
Private Vehicle Meals
Professional Driver Entrance Fees
Hotel or City Centre Pickup & Drop-off Optional External Tours
Frequently Asked
Questions
Q. Are your Highland tours private?
A. Yes. All Highland tours are completely private, meaning the vehicle and itinerary are exclusively for you and your group.
Q. Are your Highland tours private?
A. We provide transfers to and from Edinburgh Airport and airports across the UK, including Glasgow and other major hubs.
Q. Can the itinerary be customised?
A. Absolutely. While we offer suggested itineraries, every tour can be tailored to your interests. If there’s a specific castle, loch, village, or scenic route you would like to include, simply let us know and we will design the day around you.
Q. Are attraction entry tickets included?
A. Entry tickets to castles, distilleries, boat trips, or visitor attractions are not included.
Q. Is lunch included?
A. Lunch is not included, giving you flexibility to choose where and what you would like to eat.
Q. What should we wear?
A. Scottish weather can be unpredictable, so we recommend comfortable footwear and layered clothing. A waterproof jacket is advisable, particularly for scenic and countryside stops.
Q. Do your vehicles have space for luggage?
A. Yes. If you are travelling with luggage, please let us know in advance so we can ensure the appropriate vehicle is provided.
Q. Are your tours suitable for cruise ship passengers?
A. Yes. We can tailor Highland tours around cruise ship arrival and departure times, ensuring you return to port comfortably and on schedule.
Q. How far in advance should we book?
A. We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly during peak season (May–September), to secure your preferred date and itinerary.