Are you looking for a short multi-day adventure that captures the very essence of life in the Scottish Highlands? This 3-day Highland trip is for you. Led by one of our friendly, kilt-clad guides, you will immerse yourself in a world of castles, wild mountain landscapes, lochs, and glens. And it’s in these stunning surroundings that the Highlands’ turbulent history comes alive.
You will hear the stories of the tough, fearless warriors who lived in this part of our country for thousands of years; the brave men and women who called this rugged landscape home.
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The first stop on this Highland trip is the mighty Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument. This commanding position at the foot of the Highland boundary has been fought over for thousands of years as a strategic point to control the entire country.
We then continue north/west into the mountain wilderness to visit Etive Mor, an extinct super volcano known locally as “the Shepard of Glencoe”. Here, we turn off the beaten path into Glen Etive for spectacular scenery. Hopefully, we may even spot Red Deer in their native habitat.
The next stop is Scotland’s most desired spot — the incredible Glencoe. Towering mountains on all sides and a bloody history make this an unforgettable experience for all who visit.
Our final port of call on day one is the town of Fort William at the foot of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis.
Enjoy an overnight stay in Fort William.
We start day two of our Scottish Highlands trip with a visit to Thomas Telford’s engineering masterpiece, Neptune’s Staircase. Constructed 200 years ago, it’s part of the Caledonian Canal System. This series of eight locks lifts boats some 70 ft from sea level to Loch Lochy above.
We then head west to Glenfinnan and Loch Shiel for one of Scotland’s finest views. Here, we will see the Jacobite Memorial and Glenfinnan Viaduct, which features in the Harry Potter movies.
Next, we turn back to Fort William for a tour of Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery. You will learn about Scotland’s famous “water of life” and sample a dram or two. We continue north to the Commando Memorial, one of Scotland’s most iconic war memorials, dedicated to the British Commandos who trained in the region. You will also soak in the magnificent views over the Nevis range, which includes Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis.
Our final stop will be the mighty Loch Ness. Here we visit the historic remains of Urquhart Castle, and you have the option to take a cruise on the Loch and hopefully catch a glimpse of the elusive Nessie herself.
Enjoy an overnight stay in Inverness.
We start the day with a visit to the Culloden battlefield, where British government troops fought the Jacobite army in 1746. The Scots suffered a heavy defeat, and this was to be the last ever battle on UK soil. The visitor centre has a state-of-the-art 360-degree theatre which allows you to immerse yourself in the battle and hear real accounts from those who fought.
From Culloden, we move a few miles along the road to see the 4,000-year-old Clava Cairn Burial Chambers. This exceptionally well-preserved Bronze Age cemetery is one of Scotland’s most sacred prehistoric sites.
Our final stop is the beautiful Blair Castle. Home to the Duke of Atholl for more than 700 years, this pristine white castle has a large armoury which includes weapons used during the battle of Culloden.
We continue south, returning to Edinburgh, where we sadly say farewell and conclude this fun and fascinating Scottish Highland trip.
