5 Day Edinbrugh and Glasgow by Train

Travel to Scotland's famous Outlander locations with this tour Duration: 9h Daily operations Start time 08:45 Meeting point: 60 High Street, EH1 1TB, Edinburgh Love Outlander? Don't miss this location tour with a local guide to famous Scottish locations from the hit TV show! ­ The first stop is Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch home of Jamie Fraser. Next, head to Doune Castle – one of Scotland's best-preserved medieval castles and the setting for Castle Leoch in Outlander. It's also featured in some Winterfell scenes in Game of Thrones, as well as Monty Python's Holy Grail. ­ Continue to the Kingdom of Fife, the ancestral home of real Scottish monarchs. Spend time for lunch in Culross, the fictional village of 'Cranesmuir' where Claire is accused of witchcraft. This quaint village is the most complete example of a 17th- and 18th-century burgh in Scotland today. ­ After lunch, drive to the village of Falkland, used for filming 1940s Inverness. With over 28 listed buildings, the village brims with period charm. The final Outlander filming location is the impressive Blackness Castle, featured as Fort William in the series. ­ Please note, there are dates throughout the year when Midhope Castle is closed for estate activity and filming. ­ ­ ­

After enjoying your breakfast,proceed to the central train station which is conveniently located within walking distance from your hotel. Join your tour and start your exciting day of exploration. After checking in (available from 14:00), you’ll have free time to explore nearby attractions at your leisure. Please note that early check-in is subject to availability upon arrival.

Discover the landscapes and myths that inspired Scotland’s poet, Robert Burns Duration: 08h-30mins Daily operations Start time: 09:30 Meeting point: Killermont Street, G2 3NW, Glasgow Included in the tour: 8.5-hour tour in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with air conditioning Visit to Culzean Castle & Gardens Visit to the Clifftop walk with views of the Firth of Clyde Visit to the village of Dunure & the Ayrshire Coast Visit to Robert Burns' birthplace museum Visit to Alloway Old Church Visit to Brig O' Doon Bridge Visit to Whitelee Windfarm, Europe's largest windfarm Professional English-speaking tour guide ­ Leave Glasgow behind and step into a poem! On this exciting day tour, you'll be surrounded by so much natural Scottish beauty you'll soon see how famous poet Robert Burns was so inspired. Wander castle and church ruins, lunch on a cliffside precipice, take country walks, and more! ­ Heading through farming country to Culzean Country Park, visit the 18th-century castle and gardens (optional) or spot the wildlife and feel your own poems forming on a relaxing woodland walk. ­ Perch on the edge of the cliffs and soak up the views of the Firth of Clyde. Nearby you'll find swans, deer, pretty walled gardens, rocky coves, and sandy beaches. ­ Feast on the atmosphere along with your lunch, then head to the fishing village of Dunure to learn about the ancient ruined castle and its dark history. ­ In the village of Alloway, head to the visitors' center to learn where Robert Burns found inspiration for his poems and songs. Take a riverside stroll or try to capture a ghost on camera at the haunted old church. That'll give you something to talk about on the way back to Glasgow! ­ A bonnie day out in the real heart of Scotland.

After breakfast, meet your driver for a smooth transfer to the airport. We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up at least 4 hours before your flight departure to allow ample time for check-in. Please note that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon. Late check-out requests will be subject to availability, so be sure to confirm with the hotel in advance if needed. Safe travels! ­