The history, scenery, and legends of Scotland have come alive in the TV series The Outlander, based on the best-seller series by American author Diana Gabaldon.  On this tour, we will experience Scotland as the home of Gabaldon’s heroes Jamie and Claire by visiting many of the sites that double as for their fictional land. We’ll see the standing stones, romantic castles, and sweeping scenery that inspired the books.  As we are swept away into Jamie and Claire’s world, we’ll discover a magical mix of mountains, lochs, forests and glens, in a land steeped in fascinating history, culture and heritage.
The Scottish Highlands, where the majority of Outlander takes place, is a dynamic character in the TV series.  Together we’ll see the magical Isle of Skye, the atmospheric Glasgow Cathedral, impressive Blackness Castle, and the delightful town of Falkland, among other breathtaking locations.     FOLLOW THE WTN BLOG and Join us for our Journey.

Day 1 – Arrive Glasgow
This morning we’re met on arrival  and set off from the airport on a panoramic tour of the city on the way to our hotel. From the magnificent St Mungo Cathedral to the People’s Palace and Glasgow Green to get the feel of Glasgow’s rich past as a religious centre and one of the most important industrial cities in Britain.  Our first stop was the town hall to admire the impressive marble stair cases.

Then off to Buchanan street (pedestrian mall) for lunch.  We enjoyed some delicious Thai food at Chaophraya restaurant. Delicious!  Then back to the bus and transfer to the Glasgow Cathedral, a stunning architectural marvel dating back to the 1400’s .The royal chairs at the front of the cathedral are where Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip sit when they visit.

The crypt was the setting for the hospital in the Outlander series.The golden gates lead to the Necropolis, a grave yard  with impressive headstones of Glasgow’s prominent people.

We enjoyed a welcome dinner at the hotel.  Afterwards some of us took a stroll. The temperature is delightful in the high 60’s.  We ended up at the Islay Inn, a local pub where we  enjoyed a night cap and listened to some live music. The impressive University building is dramatically lit in the evening.  A great first day in Scotland!

Overnight: Lorne Hotel, Glasgow