Edinburgh Scenic Highlands and History Tour

Leaving the capital we journey north. After a brief photo opportunity at the Forth Bridges viewpoint, we’ll make it to our first stop, at the beautiful city of Perth. Here you can visit the new ‘Stone of Destiny’ exhibition.
Continuing our travels through Perthshire and over the highest road in Scotland we will stop at Glenshee where you’ll have a chance to walk a mountain.

Next, we move firmly into our King’s country, passing Balmoral, to arrive in bonnie Ballater. A short break here allows you to enjoy this idyllic little town.

The adventure continues through the Cairngorms with opportunity to spot wildlife, see the Lairig Ghru, and visit Ruthven Barracks.

Our tour then start its journey south. A time to relax and take in the Highland scenery. Our final stop will be at The House of Bruar where you can try some Scottish delicacies.

The last leg home returns via the impressive Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace; birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, and the magical Kelpies.

Meeting Point

Charlotte Square

Charlotte Square, Edinburgh EH2, UK

We will meet you at the small roundabout on Charlotte Square. This can be reached by walking north on North Charlotte Street. Please look for the guide who will be in uniform, holding a company sign (with tour name) and standing next to the vehicle.

What's included:

• Online store discount
• Occasional stops for photos and rest breaks
• Digital photo pack

Not included:

• Walking equipment (footwear, poles etc)

What to expect:

Duration: 10 hours

Forth Bridge

, , North Queensferry, KY11 1HP

Visit the Forth Bridges Viewpoint, learn about the history of each bridge, and the river they cross.

10 minutes

Perth Museum

St. Johns Place, Perth, PH1 5SZ

Trip to Perth to visit the new home of the 'Stone of Destiny'. This fascinating historical artefact, has been used for crowning every monarch in England since 1296! It was relocated to Edinburgh Castle on St Andrews Day in 1996, and has now found it's way back home to it's origin.

1 hour

Spittal of Glenshee

Spittal of Glenshee

Visit the site of an old kirk (church) and discover the magic that stopped it from being moved elsewhere. Then drive on Scotland's highest road.

15 minutes

Glenshee Ski Centre

Old Military Rd, Ballater AB35 5XU, UK

Optional activity to climb Scotland's easiest Munro - Carn Aosda. Learn about Scotland's mountain history, Scottish Rights of Way and more...

1 hour

Ballater

Ballater

A Victorian village set in the heart of Royal Deeside and the Cairngorm National Park. This picturesque village is sometimes visited by the Royal Family when they take up residence of nearby Balmoral Castle every Summer. It's a great place to pick up a memento and grab an ice-cream.

1 hour

Knock Castle

Ballater, AB35 5SQ

A 16th Century ruin on the outskirts of Ballater, that is typical type of residence for a Laird (Lord), holds history of a feud with a tragic outcome.

15 minutes

Cairngorms National Park

Scottish Highlands, PH22 1QH

Enjoy the drive through our National Park. This wild land offers spectacular scenery, is home to a wide array of wildlife, ancient woodland and whisky distilleries,

Pass by without stopping

Ruthven Barracks

, Kingussie, Newtonmore

This historical site is probably the finest example of the military barracks created by General Wade to prevent a Jacobite uprising, and is known to be one of the final gathering places of the Jacobites following their defeat at the Battle of Culloden. It sits on the location of an older medieval castle ruin.

30 minutes

The House of Bruar

Blair Atholl, PH18 5TW

The is Scotland's most prestigious independent store and holds a splendid array of Scottish classical wares and traditional cuisine. An excellent rest break before the journey home.

30 minutes