Highlights
Entrance to *Doune and Blackness Castles included in tour price. Take this time-travelling adventure through a fantastic array of Outlander sights on a small group day trip from Edinburgh. With a maximum group size of 16 passengers, you are sure to have a memorable and personal experience on this special day trip for fans of the show and history lovers.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ
(Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)
Return Details
- Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ
(Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)
Duration
8 hours and 15 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Midhope Castle
Near Abercorn, South Queensferry
Midhope Castle is your next highlight. Unfortunately, visitors are unable to go inside the castle, but Jamie’s lovely Lallybroch home is still an essential photo opportunity for any fan of the show. Jamie’s family home, Lallybroch, is as lovely as it looks in the show.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Blackness Castle
Blackness, Linlithgow
Blackness Castle entrance included in tour price. The tough-looking castle looks like it could fend off an entire empire. And in Outlander, it impersonates Fort William.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Linlithgow Palace
9 Kirkgate, Linlithgow
Next is Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots, also known as Wentworth Prison. Here, you can have lunch, explore the town, or wander around the loch.
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Stop At: Doune Castle
Castle Hill, , Doune
*Doune Castle entrance included in tour price. In Outlander, it’s the fictional Castle Leoch. And in reality, it’s a stunning castle with a tall gate house, an impressive great hall, and lovely views of the River Teith.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Culross
Culross
Finally, we head to Culross, a virtually unchanged 16th-century village that represents the fictional town of Cranesmuir. You can visit Claire's herb garden, explore the palace, or wander the ancient streets, imagining life 400 years ago.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Min. age 5 years old. We do not accept children under the age of 5 years.
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure
- Doune Castle – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
- Blackness Castle – We reserve tickets for you.Included in the tour price .
- Midhope Castle - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- Culross Palace is closed over the winter months. Tickets are not included in the tour price.
- *Please note that we will be unable to visit Midhope Castle on 2, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 26, 27, and 31 December; and 10, 24, 27, and 31 January. On these days, we will allow extra time at the other stops. However, photo stops can be made on all other days not mentioned above. Additionally, please note that winter closure of Midhope Castle will take place from 5th of January -13 February. During this period, a photo stop is still possible, but it will not be possible to go up to the castle itself.
- *Please note that Doune Castle will be closed 26 September – 5 October and 5 - 7 November, replaced with Linlithgow Palace (admission included).
- *Blackness Castle will be closed from 29 September to 19 October. During this period, your visit will include alternative attractions at no extra cost. From 29 September to 1 October, the tour will feature Aberdour Castle. On 2 and 3 October, the visit will be replaced with Culross Palace. On 4 and 5 October, Aberdour Castle will again be included. Finally, from 6 to 19 October, Linlithgow Palace will be the alternative to Blackness Castle.
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Admission fees - Blackness Castle included in tour price
- Admission fees - Doune Castle included in tour price
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Admission fees unless specified
Redemption Instructions
• Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure
• Minimum age to participate is 5 years old.
• This tour will depart from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Check-in will close at 09:15 (tour will depart at 09:30).
* Entrance to Doune and Blackness Castles will be included in your tour price.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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