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Discover natural and historic landmarks of the Highlands! This tour takes in lochs, rivers, and waterfalls, with Dunkeld Cathedral, Blair Castle, Killiecrankie Gorge, and Queen's View.

Highlights

• Visit the historic Dunkeld Cathedral and famous Blair Castle
• Behold the extraordinary views of the mountainous landscape
• Discover fascinating wildlife, including Highland cattle and red squirrels
• Admire the views at the Queen's View, a famous Highland viewpoint
• Meander through The Hermitage's stunning woodland to a glistening waterfall

Description

Explore the picturesque Highlands on a day out that encompasses some of Scotland's most remarkable, natural and historic sights. Along the shimmering Loch Leven, the minicoach cuts through the fair city of Perth on its way to the gorgeous village of Dunkeld. Alight here to stroll the quaint narrow streets and visit the beautiful Dunkeld Cathedral. Dedicated to Saint Columba, visiting this significant, riverside church makes for a delightful morning. Continue to Blair Castle, the renowned fortress that's 700-year history spanned the Jacobite rebellions, the disaster at Culloden, and the short-lived reign of Mary Queen of Scots. Here you'll learn about Queen Victoria's love of the region and her role in creating Europe's only legally-recognized private army – the Atholl Highlanders. The fascinating castle tour includes the surrounding gardens – the final resting place of “Bonnie” Dundee, one of Scotland's greatest heroes, as well as providing a habitat to highland cattle and red squirrels. After lunch at the castle restaurant, a scenic drive leads to the battlefield of Killiecrankie Gorge. Now a famous beauty spot, it was here that “Bonnie” Dundee's Jacobite army utilised their Highland Charge strategy to inflict defeat upon the British Redcoats. Continue to the Hermitage woodland walk. This lovely riverside stroll winds past some of the tallest trees in Britain to a spectacular waterfall and viewpoint where salmon can often be seen leaping the falls. Finish at Taste of Perthshire for photos of the famous Hairy Highland Coos!

Includes

Guided tour in English Transportation by comfortable Mercedes mini-coach Group tour (maximum 16 passengers) Live commentary on board

Important Information

• In the event of a tour being canceled by the tour operator, clients will be promptly informed and offered either a transfer to a substitute or alternative tour, or a full refund
• No refunds are offered if a customer is late for a tour or cannot find the pickup point

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund