Explore the real Scotland of Outlander as you travel with Claire and Jamie on your own epic self-drive adventure.
The Outlander Self-Drive Tour is a 13-day Scotland road trip designed with fans of the Outlander series in mind. Travelers will drive themselves through filming locations, historic castles, Highland landscapes, and key story sites, with accommodations, routing, and trip planning provided by Nerdventures.
Perfect for history lovers, fans of the series, and road-trip adventurers!
This is more than a road trip — it’s a story-driven adventure through the landscapes and legends that inspired Outlander.
From Edinburgh’s historic streets to misty Highland fields, ancient battlefields, and island coasts, this 13-day itinerary lets you create your own Outlander adventure.
Tour Highlights Include:
- 13 days, 1 country and 16 cities
- Historic Edinburgh — the starting point for both the book and the series.
- Blackness Castle & Culross (Cranesmuir) — iconic filming spots you’ll explore at your leisure.
- Highland beauty en route to Inverness and the Clava Cairns (Craigh na Dun inspiration).
- Culloden Battlefield — immerse in the history behind the story.
- Dramatic drives through Glencoe and along Loch Ness.
- Isle of Skye exploration and legendary landscapes.
- Glasgow city culture with Outlander-relevant sites.
Each day of this route can also include recommended optional experiences tailored to your interests.
What’s Included
✔ Personalized itinerary planning by Nerdventures
✔ Car rental guidance (choices from standard to luxury)*
✔ Pre-booked accommodations — from historic inn stays to Highlands lodges*
✔ Suggested local activities, dining, and cultural stops
✔ Ferry reservations (if traveling to Skye)
✔ Travel support before and during your trip
*You choose what you want — from cozy B&Bs to upgraded castle stays — and we help tailor everything to your needs.
FAQ: Outlander Scotland Self-Drive Tour
Q: Is this an official Outlander tour?
This is a custom fan-focused itinerary inspired by the filming locations and story settings of Outlander. It is not operated by the TV network, but it visits many of the real places used in the show.
Q: Do I drive myself on this tour?
Yes. This is a fully self-drive experience. Nerdventures plans the route, hotels, and stops, and you explore Scotland at your own pace.
Q: How long is the Outlander self-drive tour?
This itinerary is designed as a 13-day trip, but it can be shortened or extended based on your schedule.
Q: What places are included?
The route includes Edinburgh, Blackness Castle, Culross, Inverness, Clava Cairns, Culloden, the Isle of Skye, Glencoe, Loch Ness, and Glasgow.
Q: Can I customize the itinerary?
Yes. You can add castle stays, whisky distilleries, extra nights, photography stops, or guided experiences.
Ready to plan your Outlander self-drive adventure through Scotland?
Tell me your travel season, must-see locations, and any dream upgrades (castle stays, whisky distilleries, extra nights), and I’ll create a custom itinerary with real pricing just for you.
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