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Braveheart: 1 Day Private Tour Of Bonnie Scotland From Edinburgh

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Edinburgh. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private full-day tour of Scotland from Edinburgh
  • 02 Visit Linlithgow Palace, birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots
  • 03 See Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument
  • 04 Stop at Doune Castle, featured in Outlander, Game of Thrones and Monty Python
  • 05 Enjoy scenic views of lochs, mountains and national park landscapes
  • 06 Meet Highland cows and feed them if you like
  • 07 Travel through charming towns including Callander and Aberfoyle
  • 08 Includes private transport, bottled water, snacks and soft drinks

Discover the story of Scotland on a private day tour from Edinburgh that blends castles, film locations, dramatic landscapes, and legendary history. Following the trail of Braveheart and Scotland’s wars of independence, this experience takes you through some of the country’s most memorable historic sites, scenic lochs, and charming towns.

Along the way, visit places linked with Mary Queen of Scots, admire Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument, and stop at famous screen locations from Outlander, Game of Thrones, and Monty Python. With private transport, refreshments included, and an itinerary tailored to your group, this is a relaxed and personal way to experience Bonnie Scotland in a single unforgettable day.

Discover the story of Scotland on a private day tour from Edinburgh that blends castles, film locations, dramatic landscapes, and legendary history.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Edinburgh, Stirling, Linlithgow
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

visit Linlithgow Palace - Birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and featured in the Outlander TV series.

Travel time: 30 minsYou'll get views of the famous 30 meter high Kelpies Sculptures.

Travel time: 20 minsStirling Castle is one of Scotland’s grandest castles due to its imposing position and impressive architecture. It is one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland, both historically and architecturally. The castle has been described as the 'brooch' which joins the Scottish Lowlands and Highlands. Stirling Castle was a key royal residence from the late 11th century into the early modern period and subject to many battles and sieges, particularly during Scotland's wars of independence from England in the Late Middle Ages

Travel time: 20 minsWe'll see the Wallace Monument, Built to honour Braveheart himself.

Travel time: 10 minsDoune Castle is famous for its use in as Winterfell in Game of Thrones, Outlander and Monty Python's Holy Grail.

Travel time: 15 minsCallander is a super pretty town that sits just inside Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Travel time: 15 minsThis is where you'll then meet some Highland Cows (or Hairy coos) and you can even feed them if you like.

Travel time: 10 minsLoch Lubnaig, a stunningly located stretch of freshwater nestling between three striking mountains, Ben Ledi and Benvane and Ben Vorlich, at the heart of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs national park

Travel Time: 10 minsThis is where you'll see The Steamship Sir Walter Scott and hear about the legends of Loch Katrine. Walk along the banks and take in the stunning scenery.

Travel time: 1 hourOur final stop, Aberfoyle, is a charming village on the banks of the River Forth in the magnificent Queen Elizabeth Forest Park.

Travel time 30 minsArriving back in the Scottish Capital at a reasonable time. Travel time: 1 Hour

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Edinburgh. 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Soda/Pop
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation

What's Not Included

Admission fees

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Edinburgh.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Edinburgh.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Edinburgh..

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