Excursions & day trips

Highland Games 2026 experience from Inverness

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$159.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: from 10 hours to 12 hours

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Entrance Fees Included

Guided Tour

Tour with Audioguide

e-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

The lively Highland Dancing will lift your spirits
You'll witness numerous skilled pipers compete as they fill the air with stirring melodies
You can feel the pride of those wearing traditional Highland Dress with iconic kilts and sporrans
The games showcase amazing feats of strength and dexterity, including the famous caber toss
It's an immersive celebration of centuries-old Scottish traditions in an authentic setting

What to expect

Experience the grandeur of the Highland Games 2026, a spectacular celebration of strength, skill, and tradition that has been a part of Scotland's heritage for over 900 years.

This one-day tour from Inverness will transport you to various gatherings across Scotland, each exuding its own local character and atmosphere. The Highland Games are a feast for the senses, featuring an impressive display of Highland dancing, pipe bands, hammer throwing, tug-of-war, and caber tossing. The tour includes visits to several games throughout the summer, including those held at Gordon Castle in May, Forres in July, Lonach in August, and culminating with the world-renowned Braemar Gathering in September.

The Braemar Gathering holds a special place in the itinerary as it has been attended by the Royal Family since Queen Victoria's reign in 1848. Each event promises a day filled with excitement and cultural immersion, with return journeys to Inverness scheduled for the evening. Experience the heart of Scottish tradition with this unforgettable tour.

Sunday 17 May: Gordon Castle
Saturday 04 July: Forres
Satuday 22 August: Lonach
Saturday 05 September: Braemar

What's included

Entrance fees
Guided tour
Transportation in air-conditioned coach
Driver guide

What's not included

Food and drinks

Where

15 Union Street, Inverness, UK

Meeting point:

Across from the entrance to the Victorian Market, look out for a blue or yellow coach bus. For parking, the Old Town Rose Street Multi-Storey is less than a 10-minute walk from the departure point. Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure time, please make sure to arrive at the meeting point on time.

What to remember

Accessibility:

This tour is wheelchair accessible as long as the wheelchair can be folded and stowed. Please note that all participants must be able to climb the coach steps and have someone with them to provide assistance
Service animals are allowed

Not allowed:

Children under 5 years old

Know in advance:

Tickets to the Highland Games are included in the price
Tours to Gordon Castle and Forres return at approximately 17:00; tours to Braemar and Lonach return at around 19:45
Return times are approximate and may vary depending on road and weather conditions. Please ensure you allow sufficient time for any onward travel and plan for at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time before any connections or activities
Coaches do not have onboard toilets, but itineraries include regular comfort stops

Remember to bring:

Wear comfortable shoes
Have travel insurance
Bring a photo ID and a student ID, if using the student discount
Tours run in all weather except extreme conditions, so please dress appropriately

Provider

Highland Explorer

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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