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Outlander Explorer

Walk in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from Outlander on this guided tour of some of Scotland's most iconic spots

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This tour provider was awarded a TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice Award in 2024.

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Cancel up to 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

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Highlights

  • Walk in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from Outlander and discover the gruesome history that inspired Diana Gabaldon to write the hit TV series
  • Journey around Outlander filming locations such as Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch, Doune Castle and Blackness Castle (the setting for Fort William)
  • Wander around the quaint 17th century village of Culross, known as ‘Cranesmuir’ in the show, where Claire was accused of witchcraft
  • Explore the village of Falkland, used for filming 1940’s Inverness, a picturesque village boasting over 28 listed buildings
  • Lose yourself in the history of each location, accompanied by a passionate local tour guide
  • Includes coach travel departing from and returning to the heart of Edinburgh
     

What's included

  • A passionate local tour guide
  • Return coach travel from Edinburgh

  • Foreign Language audio guides available

What's not included

  • Blackness Castle admission
  • Doune Castle admission
  • Midhope Castle admission
  • Lunch, drinks and snacks

Prepare for the experience

Children information

  • The minimum age for children on the tour is 5 years old
  • Those aged 17 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult

Accessibility information

  • Only light, foldable wheelchairs are allowed in the coaches
  • Passengers must be able to board and disembark the coach independently or with the help of a travelling companion, as tour guides are unable to assist with wheelchairs or provide physical assistance
  • Please note that some stops on this tour may involve rough terrain or are only be accessible by steps
  • Please contact our team before booking should you require further accessibility information regarding the experience

Additional information

  • Please be advised there are dates throughout the year when Doune Castle and Midhope Castle are closed for filming - in this event, other stops will be added to the itinerary
  • Please allow at least three hours after the scheduled return time for further connections or activities

The Outlander Tour dates and timeslot availability can be seen upon booking.

Regular operating times are the following:

  • This tour runs seven days a week
  • Please check in before 8.30 am for tour departure at 8.45 am
  • Return time: 5.30 pm

Departure point

  • Departure point: 60 High Street (The Royal Mile), Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 1TB

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and supplied by Highland Explorer Tours.

Upon booking you will receive an instant order confirmation via email from VisitBritain and a second email with the e-ticket including a QR. You can download it or print it out to show when attending the tour.