Outlander Explorer
DAY TOUR
Trip Info
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Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from Outlander, with a local Scottish Guide regaling all the gruesome history and stories which inspired Diana Gabaldon. We take you on a journey to some of the most famous scenes from the hit TV series such as Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch, Doune Castle, the seat of Clan MacKenzie and the impressive Linlithgow Palace. Your Guide will give you an insight into the history and stories of each location, making this the perfect trip for those looking for a quick Outlander fix.
Highlights
- Doune Castle used as Castle Leoch
- Culross, the fictional village of Cranesmuir
- Falkland, setting for 1940’s Inverness
- Midhope Castle – the real-life Lallybroch*
- Linlithgow Palace used as Wentworth Prison*
*Please note that there are dates throughout the year when Doune Castle and Midhope Castle are closed for filming and estate activity. From the 1st of April 2023, we will no longer stop at the Linlithgow Palace. Instead, we will visit Blackness Castle, used for Fort William in Outlander.
Inclusions
- Local Scottish Guide
- Souvenir map
- WiFi
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- Doune Castle Entry
Full Refund
- If cancelled more than 24 hours in advance
Carbon Neutral Tour
As of January 1st 2022, this tour will be carbon neutral. To help protect Scotland's nature, wildlife and community, we have developed a five-point Climate Action Plan to reduce our carbon emissions and support the transition towards a low carbon future. You can find out more about our carbon neutral tours here.
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"Yvonne was our tour guide for the Outlander tour and she was amazing! We had a great time; she not only made it fun, but was also very informative about Scottish history and its connection to the book and show. Highly recommend this tour! "
Itinerary
We leave the capital behind at 8.45am and make our first stop at Linlithgow Palace* known as Wentworth Prison in the show. We then visit Doune Castle, one of Scotland’s best preserved medieval castles and used as the setting for Castle Leoch in Outlander. The castle is also featured as Winterfell in Game of Thrones and Monty Python’s Holy Grail.
Our journey takes us on to the Kingdom of Fife, an area of great historical importance and the ancestral home of Scottish monarchs. We make a stop at Culross, where Claire was accused of witchcraft in the village of ‘Cranesmuir’. This charming village is the most complete example of a 17th and 18th century burgh in Scotland today.
After lunch we will continue to the village of Falkland, used for filming 1940’s Inverness. With over 28 listed buildings it gives a good representation of this period. Our final stop is at Midhope Castle*, the real-life Lallybroch, arriving back in Edinburgh early evening.
*Please note: There are dates where Midhope Castle is closed for filming and Blackness Castle will be substituted. From the 1st of April 2023, we will no longer stop at the Linlithgow Palace. Instead, we will visit Blackness Castle, used for Fort William in Outlander.
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DOUNE CASTLE* aka Castle Leoch (optional)
Known to the Outlander fans as Castle Leoch- the seat of Clan MacKenzie, Doune Castle is one of the best-preserved medieval strongholds in Scotland. Built in the 14th century, the castle has survived through the wars and rebellions of Scotland and has its own interesting history. The castle has also been featured in the Monty Python and the Holy Grail and more recently it featured as the setting for Winterfell in the pilot episode of Game of Thrones.
*Please note that there are dates throughout the year where you cannot enter Doune Castle due to filming. Tickets into the castle can be reserved at the time of booking.
Departure
Edinburgh
The Royal Mile
60 High Street
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH1 1TB
Departure Time
Please check in at 08.30am for tour departure at 08.45am.
Return Time
Tour returns at 5.30pm.
Please note:
From the 1st of April 2023 all tours from Edinburgh will depart and end at:
Edinburgh Bus Station
St. Andrews Square
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH1 3DQ
Departure Time
Please check in at 08.30am for tour departure at 08.45am.
Return Time
Tour returns at 5.30pm.