The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Experience – Winter

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Explore the sets of the TV show "Outlander" on a day tour from Edinburgh. See the former residence of the Scottish monarchs at Linlithgow Palace, Doune Castle, and the Royal burgh of Culross.

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Highlights

  • Experience the real life sets from the TV series 'Outlander'
  • See Blackness Castle; the show's Fort William
  • Explore the tiny village of Culross, home of Claire's herb garden
  • Explore Doune Castle, the set of Castle Leoch in the show

Description

Step into the story and witness the scenic landscapes and ruins from the TV show 'Outlander' on this day trip from Edinburgh. Travel in a comfortable bus and see the village of Cranesmuir (Culross) and Castle Leoch (Doune Castle). Board your bus in Edinburgh's Royal Mile and head to the Royal Burgh of Culross, a tiny 17th-century village on the coast of Fife. The gardens here feature in Claire's herb garden and the Mercat Cross in Outlanders' Cranesmuir Village. Enjoy time to stroll through this picturesque town and visit the quaint Biscuit Café. Next, head to Doune, home to Doune Castle, an optional extra on this tour. The castle is used to represent Castle Leoch in the series. Following in the footsteps of Claire and Jamie, your Outlander tour travels to the Royal Burgh of Linlithgow. Stop to visit Linlithgow Palace, Outlander's Wentworth Prison. Explore the town, purchase refreshments, and learn about this palace's history as a relaxing retreat for the Royal Family on journeys between Edinburgh and Stirling Castle. Next, head to Blackness Castle used to represent Fort William in the series. Learn why this castle is known as 'the ship that never sailed'. Finish your tour with a stop in South Queensferry for photos and a stunning view over the Firth of Forth and the three bridges before returning to Edinburgh.

Includes

Knowledgeable driver/guide Transportation by luxury, modern air-conditioned coach

Important Information

  • Unfortunately, children under 4 years old are not permitted on this tour
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark

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