EDINBURGH ESCAPES
ST ANDREWS &
THE KINGDOM OF FIFE
DEPARTURE TIME: 09.00 - LENGTH: 8 HOURS
Journey north across the Firth of Forth into the Kingdom of Fife, where coastal landscapes and royal history unfold at an unhurried pace.
Explore St Andrews — home to Scotland’s oldest university, founded in 1413, and the legendary Old Course — before continuing through the East Neuk’s characterful fishing villages. Visit Falkland Palace, once favoured by Mary, Queen of Scots, and admire the engineering grandeur of the Forth Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A day that weaves scholarship, sport, monarchy and shoreline into one compelling narrative.
From £700 Per Group
ROSSLYN CHAPEL &
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS
DEPARTURE TIME: 09.00 - LENGTH: 8 HOURS
Begin your journey at Rosslyn Chapel, the extraordinary 15th-century chapel renowned for its intricate stone carvings and layered symbolism, before continuing into the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders.
Explore Melrose Abbey, where the heart of Robert the Bruce is said to rest, and reflect on centuries of monastic influence and frontier warfare.
Conclude at Abbotsford House, the former home of Sir Walter Scott, whose writing helped define Scotland’s romantic imagination. A day of architecture, story and landscape interwoven.
From £700 Per Group
STIRLING CASTLE &
THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK
DEPARTURE TIME: 09.00 - LENGTH: 8 HOURS
Begin with a stop at The Kelpies, the monumental 30-metre sculptures honouring Scotland’s working horses and industrial heritage, standing sentinel beside the Forth & Clyde Canal.
Continue to Stirling Castle, dramatically positioned atop its volcanic crag, where the story of Scotland’s monarchy and the reign of Mary, Queen of Scots unfolds against sweeping views across the battlefield landscapes below.
From here, the journey turns west into Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park — often described as the Highlands in miniature. Pause at Loch Katrine, a tranquil freshwater loch framed by wooded slopes and rugged hills, where the pace naturally slows and the landscape invites reflection.
From £700 Per Group
GLENKINCHIE DISTILLERY &
THE COAST OF EAST LOTHIAN
DEPARTURE TIME: 09.00 - LENGTH: 8 HOURS
Journey east into East Lothian, a region of fertile farmland, dramatic coastline and quiet distinction.
Begin at Glenkinchie Distillery — the “Edinburgh Malt” — where Lowland whisky traditions are explored with insight into craftsmanship and character, concluding with a guided tasting.
From here, the landscape opens towards the coast. Enjoy lunch at Archerfield, set among championship links and mature woodland, before continuing to Tantallon Castle, its red sandstone ruins standing defiantly above the North Sea.
In North Berwick, views stretch to the unmistakable silhouette of Bass Rock rising from the water, a natural fortress and gannet sanctuary. Pause at Yellowcraigs Beach near Gullane, where wide sands and dune grasses frame expansive coastal horizons.
A day defined by craftsmanship, sea air and the understated elegance of Scotland’s eastern shore.
From £700 Per Group
LOCHS CASTLES &
THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
DEPARTURE TIME: 08.00 - LENGTH: 10 HOURS
Venture west into landscapes where mountain, loch and legend converge.
This journey into the Scottish Highlands follows sweeping roads through glens carved by ice and time, revealing a terrain both dramatic and deeply storied.
Pause at Loch Lomond, its broad waters reflecting wooded slopes and distant peaks, before continuing through the Highland boundary into Argyll.
Inveraray offers a harmonious blend of clan history and Georgian architecture, set on the shores of Loch Fyne where sea loch and mountain meet.
Along the way, castles, shifting light and expansive views frame a day shaped by landscape, heritage and the enduring spirit of the Highlands. A cinematic exploration of Scotland at its most elemental.
From £800 Per Group
SCONE PALACE &
HIGHLAND PERTHSHIRE
DEPARTURE TIME: 08.00 - LENGTH: 10 HOURS
Travel north into Highland Perthshire, a region of wooded glens, salmon rivers and quiet nobility.
Begin at Scone Palace, the historic crowning place of Scottish kings and long-standing seat of the Earls of Mansfield, where centuries of ceremony and statecraft echo through its grounds.
Continue into the heart of Perthshire, pausing in the cathedral village of Dunkeld before walking beneath towering Douglas firs at The Hermitage, where waterfalls cut through ancient forest.
In Aberfeldy, there is the opportunity to visit Dewar’s Distillery for a tasting of Highland whisky — an informal stop at the bar or a deeper exploration of the distilling craft, depending on preference.
A day shaped by royal heritage, woodland landscapes and the quiet refinement of Scotland’s heartland.
From £800 Per Group
INVERNESS ESCAPES
COMING 2027
GLENFIDDICH DISTILLERY
& THE MORAY COAST
DEPARTURE TIME: 09.00 - LENGTH: 8 HOURS
From the heart of Speyside to the shores of the Moray Firth, this journey explores a distinctive corner of northern Scotland, bringing together whisky heritage, traditional coastal communities, Scottish craftsmanship and remarkable wildlife.
Beginning in Inverness, travel into Speyside for a tasting experience at Glenfiddich Distillery, discovering the story and traditions behind one of Scotland's most recognised single malt whiskies.
Continue to the historic fishing village of Cullen, where traditional harbour life, coastal scenery and local food heritage offer an insight into Moray's relationship with the sea. The journey then moves to Johnstons of Elgin, established in 1797, to discover Scotland's renowned cashmere and woollen textile craftsmanship.
At Spey Bay, where the River Spey meets the Moray Firth, enjoy the opportunity to observe the area's remarkable wildlife, including its resident bottlenose dolphins. The day concludes at Nairn East Beach, with its expansive sands, coastal dunes and open views across the firth.
A journey through the contrasting landscapes and traditions of Moray, combining local heritage, craftsmanship and coastal discovery in a single day.
From £650 Per Group
URQUHART CASTLE
& LOCH NESS
DEPARTURE TIME: 09.00 - LENGTH: 8 HOURS
Leaving Inverness, the journey follows the Caledonian Canal towards Dochgarroch Lock, where the cruise begins. Built as part of Thomas Telford's remarkable canal system, this waterway connects Scotland's east and west coasts through the Great Glen.
Board a Loch Ness cruise and travel through the canal before reaching the open waters of Loch Ness. Along the way, enjoy views of surrounding Highland landscapes, Bona Lighthouse and Aldourie Castle, with the opportunity to hear about the history, folklore and enduring mystery of the loch.
Step back in time with Clan history at the ruin of Urquhart Castle before exploring the charming village of Fort Augustus.
The famous Loch Ness Monster legend is never far from the conversation, and guests can keep watch over the water for a possible sighting.
From £650 Per Group
INVEREWE GARDENS
& THE WILD WEST
DEPARTURE TIME: 08.00 - LENGTH: 10 HOURS
Journey west from Inverness into the spectacular landscapes of Wester Ross, where dramatic Highland scenery meets the wild Atlantic coastline.
This escape explores a remarkable variety of natural environments, from ancient gorges and extraordinary gardens to sandy beaches and rugged mountain wilderness.
Discover the dramatic Falls of Measach at Corrieshalloch Gorge before continuing to Inverewe Gardens, an extraordinary horticultural achievement where the influence of the Gulf Stream allows plants from around the world to flourish on Scotland's north-west coast.
The journey continues to Gairloch, where sandy shores and open sea views reveal the quieter character of the West Highland coastline. Finally, explore the natural surroundings of Beinn Eighe, with its ancient Caledonian pinewoods, rugged mountain scenery and spectacular views across Loch Maree.
A journey into one of Scotland's most distinctive landscapes, combining natural beauty, horticultural heritage and the untamed character of the North-West Highlands.
From £750 Per Group
ISLE OF SKYE
& EILEAN DONAN CASTLE
DEPARTURE TIME: 08.00 - LENGTH: 12 HOURS
Experience some of Scotland's most spectacular Highland landscapes, following an historic route towards the Isle of Skye.
The journey begins alongside the legendary waters of Loch Ness before continuing through the dramatic mountain scenery of Glen Shiel, where the imposing peaks of the Five Sisters of Kintail dominate the landscape.
At the meeting point of three sea lochs, discover Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland's most recognisable historic landmarks. Set against a backdrop of mountains and water, the castle offers a remarkable insight into the history of the Highlands and the western seaboard.
Cross the Skye Bridge and enter a landscape renowned for its rugged mountains, dramatic coastlines and distinctive island character. The journey across Skye introduces the scenery of the island before returning east through the Highland communities of the west coast.
The return route takes in Strathcarron and the surrounding mountain scenery, completing a spectacular circuit through some of the most memorable landscapes of the North-West Highlands.
A journey defined by Highland history, dramatic mountain passes, historic castles and the extraordinary scenery of Skye.
From £850 Per Group
EASTER ROSS, ANCIENT PICTS
& THE VIKING COAST
DEPARTURE TIME: 09.00 - LENGTH: 9 HOURS
Delve into the historic landscapes of Easter Ross, where the legacy of the Picts, the influence of the Norse and the traditions of Highland whisky-making come together.
Discover the remarkable Pictish heritage of the region, beginning at Balintore and its ancient carved stone, before continuing to Portmahomack, an important centre of early medieval Christianity and Pictish archaeology. The surrounding coastline offers a fascinating insight into the connections between Scotland's early communities and the wider North Atlantic world.
At Glenmorangie Distillery, explore the craftsmanship behind one of the Highlands' most recognised single malt whiskies, with a dedicated tasting experience. Continue to the historic town of Dornoch, with its medieval cathedral, traditional streets and rich Highland character.
The journey concludes along the coastal landscapes of Embo, where open beaches and views across the Dornoch Firth provide a fitting end to a day exploring the history and scenery of Scotland's northern coastline.
A journey through ancient kingdoms, Norse connections, Highland craftsmanship and the enduring character of the Easter Ross coast.
From £700 Per Group
THE JACOBITES
& OUTLANDER EXPERIENCE
DEPARTURE TIME: 08.00 - LENGTH: 9 HOURS
Journey into the turbulent history of the Scottish Highlands, exploring the landscapes, monuments and historic locations associated with the Jacobite uprisings and the events that shaped 18th-century Scotland.
Beginning at Clava Cairns, discover an extraordinary prehistoric burial landscape of standing stones, chambered cairns and ancient monuments. Continue to Culloden Battlefield, the site of the decisive 1746 battle that brought the Jacobite Rising to a tragic conclusion and profoundly changed the course of Highland history.
At Fort George, explore one of Britain's most impressive military fortifications, constructed in the aftermath of Culloden as a lasting symbol of government control over the Highlands.
The journey then crosses towards the Black Isle and the historic coastal settlement of Cromarty, where traditional architecture, maritime heritage and Highland history combine. Finally, visit Wardlaw Mausoleum, the historic burial place associated with the Fraser family and Lord Lovat, whose story is closely connected to the Jacobite cause.
For fans of Outlander, the journey also offers an opportunity to explore the historical landscapes, family connections and Jacobite heritage that helped inspire the world of the series.
A journey through ancient Highland history, Jacobite rebellion, military architecture and the enduring stories of Scotland's past.
From £700 Per Group
Enhance your Day Escape Tour with tailored upgrades available upon request, including private guided access within selected castles, distilleries and historic sites for a more focused and personal experience.
Quoted tour prices do not include entrance fees to visitor attractions, allowing flexibility depending on
individual preferences and final itinerary design.
All tours include hotel meet and greet, executive vehicle, and the insight of a knowledgeable local chauffeur-guide, ensuring a seamless and well-delivered day from start to finish.
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