Trios of a Lifetime

Highland Explorer Tours Launches Three Brand New Day Tours From Glasgow

Discover Scotland’s wonders from the mysteries of Loch Ness to the magic of Hogwarts Express and Outlander Castles

Highland Explorer Tours, Radical Travel Group Ltd.’s award-winning Scottish touring brand, is launching three brand new captivating day tours departing in 2025 from Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city. Guests will be whisked away to the breathtaking Scottish Highlands. They can look for the legendary Nessie at Loch Ness, enjoy an unforgettable train ride along the Glenfinnan Viaduct aboard the Jacobite Steam Train (Hogwarts Express), or walk in Jamie and Claire Fraser’s footsteps on an Outlander-themed adventure. These tours invite travellers to explore Scotland’s stunning landscapes and rich heritage, expertly led by passionate Local Guides.

The following are the three newly launched day tours departing from Glasgow beginning in April 2025:

A Loch Ness Adventure with Legends and Highlands
The new Scottish Highlands & Loch Ness day tour offers an unforgettable full-day adventure, starting with a scenic drive through the enchanting Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, where visitors can admire the beauty that inspired the legends of Rob Roy. The journey continues into the majestic Highlands, where they will venture into the dramatic Glen Coe, renowned for its towering mountains and poignant history and the stunning views of the Commando Memorial and Britain’s tallest mountain, Ben Nevis. In the quaint village of Fort Augustus, clients will explore the shores of Loch Ness and embark on an optional boat cruise to hunt for the elusive Nessie. The day concludes with a beautiful drive through the rugged beauty of Cairngorms National Park before returning to Glasgow.

The Highland Express with Glen Coe and Beyond
Starting in Glasgow, guests on the West Highlands, Glen Coe, and The Jacobite Steam Train day tour embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey, starting with a panoramic drive through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. After soaking in the wild beauty of Glen Coe, guests and Potterheads will board the famous Jacobite Steam Train, aka Hogwarts Express from the Harry Potter films, for a breathtaking ride along the rugged west coast and crossing the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, the longest concrete railway bridge in Scotland. Following a delectable seafood lunch in Mallaig, a bustling fishing port, the adventure will continue along the picturesque Appin coast, passing the medieval fortress Kilchurn Castle standing on the shore of Loch Awe. Travellers visit the historic town of Inveraray, nestled on the shores of Loch Fyne, for a walk along its charming streets before returning to Glasgow with jaw-dropping views of the Arrochar Alps and Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint along the way.

Time travel through iconic Outlander’s Castles
Fans of the Outlander books and television series will walk through time on this new Outlander Castles & The Scottish Countryside day tour, which includes visits to the filming locations, including the 14th-century fortress Doune Castle, featured as the iconic Castle Leoch. Clients will stroll around the charming village of Culross, used as Cranesmuir with its cobbled streets and white-harled houses. They will also visit Claire Fraser’s herb garden. Guests will have the opportunity to explore Falkland, a charming town in Fife, famous for its royal palace and see the Bruce Fountain, the spot where the ghost of Jamie Fraser made an appearance in the series. They will next visit the Midhope Castle, known as Lallybroch, Jamie Fraser’s ancestral home, and Blackness Castle, which served as Fort William. The journey concludes with impressive views over the Firth of Forth, an engineering marvel before returning to Glasgow with a strong connection to Outlander’s sweeping saga.

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