Highland Games Day Tour departing from Inverness
Depart from Inverness and enjoy an action-packed day at one of Scotland’s Highland Games 2026. Taking place in towns and villages across the Highlands, each gathering showcases traditional sports, music, and dance, all set against breathtaking scenery. We’ve created four different itineraries over the summer, so you can pick the event that fits your travel plans best.
Highlights
- Piping Competitions
- Highland Dancing
- Highland Dress
- Caber Tossing
- Hammer Throwing
- Tug o'War
What's included
- Passionate Local Guide
- Live commentary and storytelling in English
- Scenic Drive Through the Highlands
- Ticket to the Highland Games 2026
- Full Refund if Cancelled More than 48 Hours in Advance
Overview
Sun 17 May 2026 - Gordon Castle*
Sat 04 July 2026 - Forres*
Sat 22 August 2026 - Lonach
Sat 05 September 2026 - Braemar
The Highland Games are a celebration of strength, skill, and tradition, with roots stretching back over 900 years. Expect a fantastic spectacle of Highland dancing, pipe bands, hammer throwing, tug-of-war, and caber tossing.
Our day tours from Inverness to the Highland Games 2026 take you to a range of gatherings across Scotland, each with its own local character and atmosphere. Highlights include a special visit to the world-famous Braemar Gathering, taking place in September, and attended by the Royal Family since Queen Victoria in 1848.
*Gordon Castle and Forres tours return approximately at 17:00. Braemar and Lonach return around 19:45.
Know before you go
Adults / Students must be over 18.
The minimum tour age is 5
Meet at 15 Union St Inverness, IV1 1PP
Check-in 30 minutes prior to your departure time. Check-in closes 15 minutes before the departure.
Highland Games 2026 Schedule
Sun 24 May 2026 Blair Atholl
Sun 14 June 2026 Glamis
Sat 04 July 2026 Luss
Sun 02 August 2026 Bridge of Allan
Sun 16 August 2026 Crieff
Sat 05 September 2026 Braemar
Sat 12 September 2026 Pitlochry
The Gordon Castle and Forres tours return approximately at 17:00.
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
We cannot guarantee that those who booked together will be sitting next to each other on the coach as we do not allocate seats.
Please be on time returning to the coach for all itinerary stops. The guide will have the time displayed on a clock
We operate a minimum numbers policy
Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated when accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
Checking in for your Tour
Please just bring your Reference Number and photographic ID.
Please note that for any tours visiting a whisky distillery, photographic ID (Drivers Licence or Passport) may be required to ensure participation in the whisky tasting activity.
Students must also bring a must also bring a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC or you will be charged the full price for your tour and an administration fee of 25 GBP.
Baggage Allowance
1 x medium case / + 1 x sma x small carry-on bag. Maximum 15 kg.
Travel insurance cover is not included in your tour. It is advisable for you to have travel insurance.
All cancellations must be made through your agent Evan Evans
Cancellation policy
This product must be cancelled at least 48 hours before the departure time for a full reufnd.
