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From Edinburgh: Highland Games Day Tour

By Highland Explorer Tours
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Overview
  • Enjoy pipe bands, Highland dancing & tradition
  • Grand scenery of the Scottish Highlands
  • Stories and anecdotes of Scottish traditions and heritage
  • Witness caber tossing and hammer throwing live
  • Visit Games with unique local character

Activity location

  • Multiple locations
    • The Highlands, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Highland Explorer Tours
    • 60 High Street Royale Mile
    • EH1 1TB, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission fee to The Games
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Roundtrip transportation from Edinburgh
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local, passionate guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drink
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entry to any castles

Know before you book

  • Minimum age to travel is 5 years old, while anyone aged 5-17 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • For the Braemar Gathering, departure time is 8 am and returns approximately 8 pm.
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
  • Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.

What you can expect

Feel the thrill of Scotland’s traditional Highland Games - iconic feats of strength, stirring traditions, and unforgettable spectacle await!

Step into Scotland’s proud tradition of strength, skill, and spectacle at the Highland Games, Scotland's version of the Olympics, celebrating Scottish culture and heritage. Dating back over 900 years, these legendary contests bring Clans together to compete in caber tossing, hammer throwing, tug-of-war, and more - all set to the stirring sounds of pipe bands and Highland dancing. Our specially curated day tours take you to different Games across Scotland, each offering its own local charm. Each game is uniquely charming, and in 2025 we’re taking you to some of the most exciting events, including the world-famous Braemar Gathering, a historic favourite of the Royal Family since Queen Victoria’s visit in 1848.

HIGHLAND GAMES 2025 OVERVIEW & LOCATIONS

Sunday 25 May - Blair Atholl
Sunday 8 June - Glamis
Saturday 5 July - Luss
Sunday 3 August - Bridge of Allan
Sunday 17 August - Crieff
Saturday 6 September - Braemar*
Saturday 13 September - Pitlochry

*For Braemar, the tour departs at 8 am and return appoximately 8 pm. Meet for check-in 7:45 am.

Location

Activity location

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    Multiple locations
    • The Highlands, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Highland Explorer Tours
    • 60 High Street Royale Mile
    • EH1 1TB, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom