Blair Castle - The Best of Scotland in a Day

The Best of Scotland in a Day

Our signature tour combines all that’s great about Scotland into a classic day trip – a castle, mountains, lochs, photo opportunities, a riverside walk, a battlefield, history, heroes and highland cows.

Our route to the Highlands takes us to our first stop at the famous Forth Bridges before arriving at the picturesque village of Dunkeld.

The Forth Bridges

Dunkeld Cathedral

Here you can stroll through quaint narrow streets and/or visit Dunkeld Cathedral (free of charge). Dedicated to St Columba and beautifully located beside the River Tay, a visit to this historic church is a delightful way to start the day.

Small groups, big experiences

"Hairy coos" in Highland Perthshire

Lots of time off the bus and plenty of photo stops

'We continue to Blair Castle, a famous Highland fortress with a 700 year history'


We continue to Blair Castle, a famous Highland fortress with a 700 year history incorporating the Jacobite Rebellions, the disaster at Culloden and Mary Queen of Scots. Hear about Queen Victoria’s love affair with the Scottish Highlands and her role in creating the only legally recognised private army in Europe – the Atholl Highlanders.

Blair Castle

Lots of photo stops

Blair Castle's stunning entrance hall

As well as a fascinating castle tour the beautiful gardens include red squirrels and St Bride’s Kirk – final resting place of ‘Bonnie Dundee’, one of Scotland’s great heroes. Lunch is available in the castle restaurant.

Here you can take advantage of our 20% discount (no pre-booking required). Admission prices: castle and gardens – adult £14.00, under 17s £9.50; gardens only – adult £8.00, under 17s £5.00.

'Our next stop is the famous Queen's View along Loch Tummel towards Schiehallion mountain'


A scenic drive takes us to the beauty spot and battlefield of Killiecrankie Gorge. Here the Jacobite army, commanded by John Graham of Claverhouse (Bonnie Dundee), used the famous ‘Highland Charge’ to inflict a heavy defeat on the British Redcoat army in 1689.

Our next stop is Queen’s View, the much-admired Highland vista along Loch Tummel towards the distant peaks of Glen Coe.

The famous Highland vista at Queen's View

We return to the charming Highland village of Pitlochry with its elegant main street packed with shops and restaurants. During our break here options include a late lunch, souvenir shopping or a short stroll to the famous hydro electric dam and salmon ladder.

We continue to the Hermitage woodland walk. This lovely riverside stroll takes us past some of the tallest trees in Britain to a spectacular waterfall and viewpoint where salmon can often be seen leaping the falls.

The Hermitage viewpoint and waterfall

Scenic drive through Highland Perthshire

Experience Highland scenery and nature

We finish the day at Taste of Perthshire for a face-to-face meeting with their hairy Highlands cows – everyone’s favourite photo stop. A great way to finish the day!

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From £79 per adult


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

April — October

Contact details

Heart Of Scotland Tours

Tours depart Stand ZE
Waterloo Place
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH1 3BQ

Tour information

Starting

  • Edinburgh
  • Edinburgh & The Lothians
  • Edinburgh - City Centre

Length

1 Day

Transport

  • Small coach

Type

  • Small Group (1-16)

Languages

  • English

Themes

  • Ancestry
  • Architecture
  • Castles
  • Geology
  • History
  • Landscapes
  • Walking

Tour prices


From £79 Per Adult £40 Per Child £76 Concession

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Prices are subject to change depending on season

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Tour company information

Heart Of Scotland Tours

Our 5-star, award winning guided tours are carefully designed to give you lots of variety by including the best-loved sights as well as hidden gems that many tourists never see. Enjoy the spectacular mountains of the Highlands, ancient castles, beautiful lochs and some of the best views in the world. We look forward to welcoming you onto our famous 16 seat Wee Red Buses to experience and enjoy the essential Scotland together.

Opening times

Our phone line is open from 07.00 to 21.00 every day +44(0)131 228 2888
Or book online at heartofscotlandtours.co.uk

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