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Private Outlander Trail Shore Excursion

5.02 reviewsBlackness Castle

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Private tour
  • Mobile ticket

Highlights

Calling all Sassenachs! Prepare to step ashore and straight into the world of Outlander. We’ll embark on the ultimate journey through some of Scotland’s most stunning filming locations Your adventure begins in the village of Culross, transformed into Cranesmuir for the series. Wander its cobblestone streets and immerse yourself as you pass by the Mercat Cross (Note: Palace entry is optional and not included.) From there, it’s on to Doune Castle, the magnificent fortress that served as the seat of Clan MacKenzie. We highly recommend the audio guide narrated by Sam Heughan himself—a treat for every fan! After a lunch break to recharge, we continue to Blackness Castle. This fortress became Black Jack Randall’s imposing Fort William in the series. Our final stop is Midhope Castle, beloved by fans as Lallybroch, Jamie Fraser’s cherished family home. The perfect ending to our Outlander journey (site access is dependent on availability).

Inclusions

What's included

  • Blackness Castle ticket
  • Local Driver-Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Doune Castle ticket

What's not

  • A lunch break will be provided but food not included in excursion ticket. We recommend bringing £15-20 per person for lunch.
  • Comfort/refreshment breaks will be provided. We recommend bringing £5-10 per person for drinks.
  • These are entirely optional but if you would like to tip, we would recommend 15-20% of your excursion costs.

Itinerary

  1. This charming cobbled village was used as Cranesmuir in the series - home of Geilles Duncan and the site of the Mercat Cross witch trial. The Palace garden also doubled as Claire's Herb Garden in season 1.

    1 h

  2. This historic building was used as Castle Leoch in Outlander - the family seat of Clan Mackenzie. Enjoy exploring the atmospheric interiors with an optional audio-guide read by Sam Heughan!

    1.3 hAdmission included

  3. Take a pause for lunch at Deanston Distillery cafe. The cask room was also used as the wine merchant's storeroom in Le Havre in series 2.

    1 h

  4. Explore 'the ship that never sailed' - a striking castle that sits on the banks of the Forth Estuary. Blackness was used as Black Jack Randall's gruesome Fort William prison, the site of Jamie's punishment and Claire's brave escape from the Redcoat's clutches!

    1.3 hAdmission included

  5. Round off a fantastic day at Midhope - better known as Lallybroch, the family home of Jamie Fraser. The site has been used throughout each season of Outlander and is instantly recognisable as soon as you arrive onto the grounds.

    30 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Shore Excursion Scotland
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Suitable for ages 12 years +

How it compares in Edinburgh

  • Its from-price is 200% above the median of the 342 day trips we list in Edinburgh.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 211 of 342.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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