by Dangis Laurinavicius | Apr 9, 2020 | Sample Tours
Cromarty / Rosemarkie / Fortrose (Optional) Dolphin watching trip (2h) with Ecoventures based in Cromarty, Black Isle Eateries, antique shop, ancient church, Hugh Miller’s beautiful little birth house and his geology collection, second-hand book shop Beach walk at...
by Dangis Laurinavicius | Apr 9, 2020 | Sample Tours
Based on start/finish Inverness Culloden Visitor Centre – interactive, very evocative tour for Outlander Fans and history buffs interested in the Jacobite history, with option to look down on or walk through parts of Drumossie Moor battlefield (16th April 1746). Clava...
by Dangis Laurinavicius | Apr 9, 2020 | Sample Tours
Dunrobin / Skelbo / Dornoch Dunrobin Castle and Gardens with fantastic views over the Moray Firth, fabulous herbaceos borders, falconry depending on times and season, museum of priceless collections Drive along the enchanting Skelbo coastline of Loch Fleet, complete...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
In the Scottish Highlands, most visitor attractions are closed in the off-season: approximately from end of September until Easter which is, of course, a movable feast. However there are some notable exceptions such as Urquhart Castle, Inverewe Gardens and Culloden...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
Native woodlands have become a precious rarity, and we count ourselves lucky to live on the edge of an absolute beauty. Here is a selection of such wonderful places: Abriachan Forest Trust; adjacent to Great Glen Walk, overlooking Loch Ness, one of first community...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
With its own airport and ample train and bus connections, the vibrant city of Inverness is an ideal starting point for your visit to the Highlands. Castle Viewpoint in the heart of Inverness. If you can manage to climb the 90+ steps in this listed building (no...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
If you can provide sufficient details about your Scottish roots, and the records are available, our professional genealogist Elizabeth Irving can research your family, discover whether they were part of a Highland clan, and give you an insight into their lives. She...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
Our lochs are famous for monsters such as Nessie, and our waterfalls are in awe-inspiring landscapes – from mountainous Assynt to Affric with its ancient pine forests. Eas a’Chual Aluinn in Assynt Parish, Sutherland: Britain’s highest waterfall (656 ft drop);...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
The misty Isle of Skye with its world-famous Cuillins skyline, breath-taking cliffs and other exciting rock formations is easily reached by car. Portree is a lovely harbour town with good eateries and interesting little shops. A visit to the Skye Museum of Island Life...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
During Brigitte’s heritage studies in the early 2000s, she helped to look after the newly discovered base of the skilfully carved Hilton of Cadboll Stone (see photographs below). Achavanish Standing Stones, near Loch Stemster, Caithness: horseshoe-shaped arrangement...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
Apart from architectural and archaeological interest, our places of worship reflect our turbulent history since Columba’s monks set out from Iona to christianise the country in the 6th century AD. Beauly Priory, located on the OUTLANDER TRAIL not far from Inverness in...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
We like to let our hair down in the Highlands: farmers congregate at agricultural shows and sheep dog competitions; youngsters go in for rock and pop festivals, but there is also something for traditionalists: Burns Nights, panto, the Mod (Gaelic cultural event),...
by Dangis Laurinavicius | Mar 14, 2020 | Art
You would be well-advised to let us drive you along some of these narrow roads. It is hard not to get distracted by scenery and wildlife! Besides, you may want to have a closer look at some more secretive places. Bealach na Ba road to Applecross, Wester Ross: the most...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
Golf Courses Scottish Golf Passes can make your golfing experience more versatile and fun: Moray Firth Dornoch Firth Listed below are just a few examples. The list is by no means comprehensive, so please look for your favourite golf course on the web and send us a...
by Brigitte Geddes | Mar 14, 2020 | Sample destinations
Moorlands Moorlands are extremely important for wildlife such as birds (breeding habitat). At dawn or dusk you can often catch a glimpse of deer or other mammals such as fox, badger or otter. Assynt moorlands in the Coigach and Assynt Living Landscape incorporating...
by Brigitte Geddes | Feb 27, 2020 | Sample destinations
Seascapes and Coastal Places Quite apart from awe-inspiring lighthouses in hair-raising locations, there are three stunning coastlines inviting you to capture your best-ever views. Aberdeen City Centre, the ‘Granite City’, busy harbour, oil capital, east coast of...
by Brigitte Geddes | Feb 27, 2020 | Sample destinations
We are happy to design a tour linking several, if not all, of these locations, and you can find more info on other famous film locations around Scotland here and here Outlander locations: novel vs. filming locations (including Doune, Blackness, Linlithgow, Aberdour...
by Brigitte Geddes | Feb 27, 2020 | Sample destinations
The entire Highlands and Islands are a diverse treasure trove of nature. Neither of us are specialists, but we are well-versed in identifying a wide range of species and their habitats. However, it takes extraordinary patience and great good luck to spot iconic...
by Brigitte Geddes | Feb 27, 2020 | Sample destinations
There are broadly four major whisky-making areas in Scotland: Highlands, Islands, Speyside and Lowlands. The focus here is on single malt ‘Highland’ whiskies which all offer tours with tastings at various price levels. There are, of course, many more. For more info...
by Brigitte Geddes | Feb 27, 2020 | Sample destinations
Our northern climate presents gardeners with huge challenges. But if they can be overcome, the results are stupendous. NB We can offer you exclusive tours of the most attractive gardens in the north of Scotland. En-route we will have countless opportunities to tell...
by Dangis Laurinavicius | Feb 26, 2020 | Art
Wedding Locations (quest) Our website contains several pointers to destinations which welcome applications for weddings or wedding receptions to be held in their grounds or premises. There are many more and you may have your own ideas and suggestions. Glentruim Castle...
by Brigitte Geddes | Feb 26, 2020 | Sample destinations
Railway Journeys Railway buffs will enjoy the two examples mentioned. And in May 2019, the Mayflower B1 steam train came puffing through the Highlands from Inverness to Dunrobin Castle and Brora. More info Jacobite Steam Train: Opening times vary from year to year....
