Highland Games
DAY TOUR
Trip Info
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Join us on a day tour to a real Highland Games where you can soak up the atmosphere and experience the excitement. The Games, or Gatherings, take place in towns and villages throughout the country and are a highlight of the Scottish calendar, making for a truly memorable day out amongst grand Highland scenery.
Highlights
- Participate in the tradition of a Clan Gathering
- Piping Competitions and Highland Dancing
- Caber Tossing and Hammer Throwing
- Traditional Highland Dress
- Stunning Highland Scenery
Inclusions
- Passionate Local Guide
- Entrance to the Games
Highland Games Programme 2023
- Sun 28th May 2023 - Blair Atholl
- Sun 11th Jun 2023 - Glamis
- Sat 1st Jul 2023 - Luss
- Sun 6th Aug 2023 - Bridge of Allan
- Sun 20th Aug 2023 - Crieff
- Sat 2nd Sep 2023 - Braemar
- Sat 9th Sep 2023 - Pitlochry
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"The whole day was amazing. The tour guide Scott made sure we all had a fantastic day out in Pitlochry. His commentary on the bus was superb, full of Scottish wit and even some glorious singing! Probably the best guided tour I’ve ever been on, everything ran smoothly and we were very well looked after! We would definitely recommend to anyone."
Itinerary
The Highland Games are renowned over the world as a test of strength between Clans. These athletic contests date back over 900 years and the Games are a fantastic spectacle where you’ll see Highland dancing, pipe band displays, hammer throwing, tug-of-war and caber tossing.
We have created a range of day tours based around these spectacular cultural events that include the best of our beautiful landscape. Each has its own local charm and character. Our programme includes a visit to the world famous Braemar Gathering attended by members of the Royal Family since Queen Victoria first attended in 1848.
(*Braemar Gathering departs at 08.00am and returns at approximately at 8.30pm)
See Highland Games Programme on Tour Options tab.
Select a date to book!
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Options
Highland Games Programme 2023
- Sun 28th May 2023 - Blair Atholl
- Sun 11th Jun 2023 - Glamis
- Sat 1st Jul 2023 - Luss
- Sun 6th Aug 2023 - Bridge of Allan
- Sun 20th Aug 2023 - Crieff
- Sat 2nd Sep 2023 - Braemar
- Sat 9th Sep 2023 - Pitlochry
Braemar Gathering
Known as ‘The Games’ and originating from those believed to have been held by Malcolm III in the 11th Century, an annual Highland Games Gathering is held at Braemar in Royal Deeside on the first Saturday in September.
The Gathering is one of the most famous. Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II was a patron and frequently attended the games. Having Royal Family at the games has been a tradition since Queen Victoria attended back in 1848.
Departure
Departure and drop off point
Edinburgh Bus Station (inside, Gate J*)
St. Andrew Square
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH1 3DQ
* departure gate subject to change. Please refer to the departure screens inside Edinburgh Bus Station for gate info. Check-in staff will be wearing yellow Highland Explorer vests to greet you.
Edinburgh Bus Station can be accessed through two entrances: St Andrew Square and Elder Street. Please refer to the image below.
Departure Time
Please check in at 08.15 am for tour departure at 08.30 am.
(Braemar Gathering departs at 08.00 am, please check in at 07.45am)
Return Time
Tour returns at 5.45pm. (Braemar Gathering returns at 8.30 pm)