Step into Scotland’s rich history with the Outlander Day Tour by Serca Tours, visiting iconic castles and charming towns. This immersive journey combines scenic beauty with cultural stories, perfect for history buffs and fans alike.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Casual walking ability required, no technical skills needed
Wildlife
History
The castles visited played pivotal roles in Scotland’s history, from medieval fortresses to film locations for popular series.
Conservation
Serca Tours emphasizes responsible tourism, ensuring that visits to these historic sites are sustainable and respectful of their preservation.
Serca Tours
Step into Scotland’s rich history with the Outlander Day Tour by Serca Tours, visiting iconic castles and charming towns. This immersive journey combines scenic beauty with cultural stories, perfect for history buffs and fans alike.
Serca Tours operates guided tours across Scotland, offering day trips and multi-day itineraries that showcase the Highlands, islands, historic castles and whisky regions. The company runs departures from major hubs including Edinburgh, Glasgow and Greenock Ocean Terminal, providing routes that visit iconic sites such as Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Eilean Donan and the Isle of Skye.
Serca Tours operates experiences that include whisky distillery visits such as Deanston and Glengoyne, a dedicated Islay multi-day option that visits multiple distilleries, and shorter whisky excursions that combine Glasgow sightseeing with tastings. Several tours feature local touches like complimentary shortbread and a daily dram of whisky on multi-day itineraries.
Day tours include the Scottish Highland Day Tour from Edinburgh or Glasgow, the Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Tour, the Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel & Glasgow Day Tour, and themed options such as the Outlander Day Tour that visits Blackness Castle, Midhope Castle and Doune Castle.
Longer itineraries range from focused whisky tours, including a 4-day Islay Whisky Tour from Glasgow, to multi-day Highlands and islands circuits such as the 7-day Highlands & Islands Tour and 5-day Orkney & Highland Tour. Overnight options combine scenic train journeys, castle visits, and coastal drives.
Serca Tours highlights include visits to Glencoe and the Three Sisters, photo stops at Loch Ness and Eilean Donan, and shore excursions from Greenock Ocean Terminal that connect cruise passengers to the Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel. Small-group transport and guided commentary deliver an accessible way to experience Scotland. Bookings are available online.
Tours Offered
Day & multi-day
From day tours to multi-day adventures
Highland Routes
Edinburgh & Glasgow departures
Scenic Highlands and islands
Whisky Experiences
Islay, Deanston, Glengoyne
Distillery visits and tastings
Guest Perks
Shortbread & whisky
Complimentary on many tours
Choose a Highland day tour, whisky itinerary or multi-day island adventure — check availability and book seats from Edinburgh, Glasgow or Greenock.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
You'll be exploring castle grounds and walking through historic sites, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
Bring a camera
Capture stunning views of castles and landscapes at each stop, especially during good lighting conditions.
Dress for the weather
Check the forecast and layer appropriately, as Scottish weather can change quickly.
Plan for photo stops
Identify viewpoints at each castle to get the best photos of the architecture and scenery.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for exploring castle grounds and historic sites comfortably.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the stunning views and historic architecture along the tour.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Dressing in layers ensures comfort throughout the day as weather varies.
spring|summer|fall|winter
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the outdoor segments of the tour.