Tours - Tailor Made

TOUR THE BACK ROADS OF THE REAL SCOTLAND.

Scotland’s historic significance is etched everywhere and her story unfolds exactly like it should, a masterfully written masterpiece and all yours to explore.    Welcome!  Sit back and let Scotland work her magic ~ like only she can!  

We hope to share the magic with you…

This unique and relaxing tour is about exploring the 'REAL HIGHLANDS OF SCOTLAND'. We guarantee this tour will leave an impression on you that will last forever. Leaving the city behind, our first stop is at LOCH LOMOND. Beautiful views of Ben Lomond and the loch can be savoured and photographed within an hour of leaving Glasgow. There is also an option for a cruise on the loch. Relax as we continue on our journey through the isolated beauty of RANNOCH MOOR to the magnificent Three Sister Mountain range of GLENCOE and learn about the formation of these mountains 400 million years ago. Listen to the tragic story of how the clan MacDonald of Glencoe were massacred in 1692 giving the glen its name of 'THE WEEPING GLEN'. After our lunch stop we embark on our enchanting and gentle forest walk past the man-made loch which has its own romantic history. Leaving GLENCOE we take you on the single track road to GLEN ETIVE described as 'the land that time forgot'. This dramatic area of mountains and waterfalls offers opportunities to look out for RED DEER and the elusive GOLDEN EAGLE both of which are residents of this terrain. As this tour is about being off the coach as much as possible, we suggest that you dress appropriately for our Scottish weather!

Departing from Glasgow we make our way to lonely Rannoch Moor and into Glen Coe, Scotland's most famous glen and the scene of the terrible massacre in 1692. We will make a stop in the midst of this awe-inspiring scenery where you can enjoy the magic of this special place.  From Fort William the striking scenery of the Great Glen unfolds ahead of us – first Loch Lochy, then Loch Oich and finally Loch Ness. We will tour through in the attractive village of Fort Augustus then drive the entire length of Loch Ness.  We will make a stop at Urquhart Castle, where you can visit the Castle and take a cruise on the loch. we have an excursion to Culloden Moor, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite Army was routed by Government troops under the command of “Butcher” Cumberland. This bloody battle was the last ever fought on British soil. 

Nature of a Highland Glen 3 Day Tour

This 3 day tour offers a UNIQUE opportunity to explore the flora and fauna of THE ISLE OF SKYE and a HIDDEN GLEN in the magnificent WESTERN HIGHLANDS OF SCOTLAND. DAY 1 takes us past LOCH LOMOND and GLENCOE and into FORT WILLIAM where BEN NEVIS (the highest mountain in Britain) can be viewed on a clear day. We take the ROAD TO THE ISLES where some of the most spectacular scenery Scotland can offer can be viewed and photographed.

We visit the world famous EILEAN DONAN CASTLE regarded as our country's most romantic castle and a Hollywood favourite for films such as 'Highlander'.

DAY 2 of our tour visits a remote Highland Glen and some of the most breathtaking scenery you will ever see. To get there we cross over the sea from the Isle of Skye on one of the world's last turntable ferries to the magical and mystical village of GLENELG.

We take the beautiful forest walk to CAMUSFEARNA - GAVIN MAXWELL'S Avalon immortalized in his famous book 'RING OF BRIGHT WATER'. Take time to explore the beautiful beaches, rock pools and the soul of Camusfearna - the waterfall. This area is also the ideal location to spot wild otters and various other forms of wildlife.

Our lunch stop is the Glenelg Inn which is situated on the waters edge. Afterwards, we can explore more of the Glen and its ancient Iron Age Brochs. Leaving the Glen we take the single track mountain road over MOUNT RATTIGAN and stop at its highest peak for breathtaking views of the FIVE SISTERS OF KINTAIL mountain range.

Our next stop is the island of EILEAN BAN which lies directly under the Skye Bridge and was the final home to Gavin Maxwell and his otters. Explore this fascinating six acre island, its Stevenson Lighthouse and museum.

DAY 3 takes us to the pretty village of PLOCKTON made famous in the movie 'The Wicker Man and the TV series 'Hamish MacBeth'.

Before stopping for lunch we will take you to our special mystery stop and introduce you to an important (but lesser known) part of Jacobean History. Lunch is taken on the shores of Loch Ness where you will have the option of taking a cruise before setting off homewards.

Accommodation NOT INCLUDED in price. PRICE: £139.00 pp

Discount for Over 60 or Under 16: £130pp