Tour Description:
Let HAGGiS show you Scotland’s unique and beautiful landscape, enriched with tales of battles, intrigue and romance, from our long and dramatic history. Our entertaining and passionate local Guides will share their knowledge with you to create a full and memorable experience.
Loch Ness Hunter - Loch Ness, Glencoe & Beyond
An amazing trip to Loch Ness and the chance to go Monster hunting! Heading north from Edinburgh we pass the imposing ramparts of Stirling Castle, skirt the Trossachs (Rob Roy country) before crossing the wilds of Rannoch Moor and onto dramatic Glencoe. Our tour takes us past Fort William and Britain’s highest mountain, the mighty Ben Nevis before following the Great Glen and stopping in the village of Fort Augustus by the shores of the mysterious Loch Ness. You have the option* to take a boat trip on Loch Ness, explore or simply relax in a gorgeous wee Highland village. Enjoy our free locally produced picnic lunch.
Our return journey passes through ‘Monarch of the Glen’ country, south to Perthshire and the historic town of Dunkeld. We then view the spectacular Forth Bridges before arriving back in the Capital around 8pm.
TOUR DEPARTS: 08.00am RETURNS: APPROX 20.00pm
Please Note: This tour is run in conjunction with our sister company Highland Explorer Tours.
The Highlander - Mountains, Lochs & Whisky!
Head for the Highlands to take in some famous sights and get off the beaten track to discover some wonderful hidden gems. See the ancient fortress of Doune Castle (made famous by Monty Python) and one of the best preserved medieval castles in Scotland.
Experience Highland life in the village of Killin and view the impressive Falls of Dochart, fed by the mountains. Journey alongside beautiful Loch Tay, under the towering peaks of Ben Lawers, the highest mountain in The Southern Highlands and soak up the solitude of Glen Lyon.
Continue to Scotland’s oldest distillery Glenturret and the Famous Grouse Experience. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Perthshire countryside, here you can learn about the process of making Glenturret Single Malt whiskey. You’ll see every step of the process, from how barley is ground in the mill, through the mashing, fermenting and distilling processes, right up to the magical years of maturing, which give the whiskey its unique character. Sample some of its whiskeys and savor the heavenly taste. Enjoy a coffee, snack or meal in the Famous Restaurant (cost not included). The restaurant’s expert chefs, who take pride in using the best local ingredients, lovingly prepare each and every dish. There's a wide range of cakes, traybakes, sandwiches and locally caught haggis!
After some whiskey sampling, take the magnificent Forth Road Bridge and return to Edinburgh.
TOUR DEPARTS: 08.45am; RETURNS: APPROX 17.30pm
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Whisky, Waterfalls, Walks & Castles
A gorgeous 1 day tour of the highlands giving you the chance to sample some malt whisky, visit a Castle and take a wee walk in the Highlands – The perfect day out if you’re looking for a taste of what the Scottish Highlands have to offer.
We leave Edinburgh behind and head for the Highlands via Stirling, through the scenic beauty of the Trossachs National Park and the Highland village of Killin. We hear tales of Rob Roy and view the impressive Falls of Dochart, fed by the highest peaks in the Southern Highlands including the mighty Ben Lawers.
Then we journey alongside beautiful Loch Tay and visit a stunning 16th Century Castle. Castle Menzies has been the seat of the Menzies clan for more than 400 years and was used as a resting place by Bonnie Prince Charlie on his was to Culloden in 1746. From here we make the short journey to the small town of Aberfeldy for lunch, where you have the option to enjoy a Whisky Distillery tour* (entrance fee £5), take a 45 minute walk in the famous ‘Birks of Aberfeldy’ or simply relax and explore Scotland’s first Fair Trade town.
For departure details refer to the "Prices, Dates, and What's Included" Section...
Loch Ness Hunter and The Highlander Tours
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