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Our spectacular Highlands tour showcases Scotland’s astounding diversity, from river-cut valleys and open moors to serene lakes and soaring mountains.
Immerse yourself in the astounding diversity of Scotland’s celebrated Highlands. Here, amid one of Europe’s last great wildernesses and the stage for history’s epic clan conflicts, you’ll experience breathtaking beauty, rich culture, and sheer drama up close. From your refined accommodations in intimate, stone-clad villages, you’ll walk the river valley of Speyside, hike the mountain setting of Cairngorms National Park, and follow the famous Great Glen Way to the legendary lakeside of Loch Ness. Along the way, traverse tranquil farmland, sylvan woodlands, a rare forest of birchwood and juniper, and the Highlands’ famous moors. Medieval and baronial castles provide insight into the families that shaped this rugged region while whisky distilleries illuminate your grasp of Scotland’s long-beloved amber spirit. This is a self-paced Highlands tour unlike any other!
Braemar
Braemar is an ancient village in Aberdeenshire in the Scottish Highlands, surrounded by woodland scenery, peaceful countryside, castles and whisky distilleries. Braemar is an important place of gathering every September for the world famous Highland Games, which date back to clan gatherings in the late 1700’s. Visitors also enjoy the Morrone Birkwood Nature reserve on the edge of the village, as well as Braemar’s location at the eastern gateway to the highest mountains of the Cairngorms National Park.
Inverness
Inverness is an excellent tourism destination. With its suspension bridges across the River Ness and old stone buildings, it is a pretty place well-known for its floral displays. Walk along the river banks and to the Ness Islands for an escape from the hustle and bustle of the shops. Cross the river on little bridges and visit Bught Park. The Floral Hall has a sub-tropical horticultural extravaganza with a small waterfall, fish and all sorts of plants and trees. Walk up the river in the other direction and see Ben Wyvis on the skyline. Inverness has an excellent museum and art gallery. Local history talks take place here. Eden Court Theater, situated near the cathedral, has events listings and incorporates part of the old Bishop's Palace and is said to be haunted by the 'Green Lady' ghost of a wife of one of the bishops who hanged herself there. Also check out art.tm which is an art gallery and studio. The Spectrum Centre has a cafe and is the meeting place for local clubs and education classes. Look out for Scottish Showtime music and dance performances during the summer.
Loch Ness
Loch Ness is best known for the alleged sightings of the legendary Loch Ness Monster, also known as "Nessie". It is connected at the southern end by the River Oich and a section of the Caledonian Canal to Loch Oich. At the northern end there is the Bona Narrows which opens out into Loch Dochfour, which feeds the River Ness and a further section of canal to Inverness.
