Scotland · 2-HOUR EXPERIENCES
Good two-hour experiences go weeks ahead in season and the great ones go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.
Review of the 2-hour Loch Ness cruise from Dochgarroch, with canal views, Urquhart Castle, Nessie lore, prices, tips, and practical advice.
“Great trip along the loch! Guide was very fun and filled us in on tons of facts. Also chatted with us individually, making the experience nice and personal. Love seeing the loch and perfect amount of time. Definitely recommend!”
Explore Inverness by cruiser bike along the River Ness, Caledonian Canal, gardens, islands, and nature reserve in a small guided group.
“Allison was extremely knowledgeable. Personable and great fun. Would do it again in a heartbeat! The tour covered a lot of Inverness and the seaside was beautiful. Botanical gardens were lovely.”
Learn to surf at Dunnet Beach with local instructors, warm wetsuits, quality boards, and two hours of North Sea fun in the Scottish Highlands.
“Second session with North Coast Watersports- excellent equipment, tuition and good fun- defo coming back next year for more of the same”
Review of a private two-hour surf lesson at Dunnet Beach in the Scottish Highlands, with equipment, wetsuits, coaching, and North Sea waves.
“This was one of the highlights of our trip to Scotland this year! Iona is patient, engaging, knowledgeable and really passionate about the sea, the coast and the sport of surfing and this shows in the way she delivers her sessions. She is also local and her love of this part of the coast is truly evident. We were met promptly at the meeting point, provided with all the equipment we would need and then carried the boards to the beach. We had a safety briefing with her and, considering we were both novice surfers, important ‘do’s and dont’s’ to make sure we didn’t hurt ourselves. With that, we were…”
Explore Edinburgh’s haunted Old Town, Greyfriars, Calton Hill, and castle legends on a two-hour Italian-language night walk.
“Esperienza fantastica: la guida è stata eccellente, preparata e simpatica. Atmosfera e orario azzeccatissimi! Unica cosa, non abbiamo visitato il cimitero di Greyfriars, ma solo quello di Culton, diversamente da quanto scritto in descrizione....comunque un tour consigliatissimo e INTERESSANTISSIMO! Assolutamente da fare”
Make your own Scottish gin in Aberdeen with botanicals, tastings, cocktails, and a full-sized custom bottle to take home.
“Generous tasting. A true education about gin. A chance to develop your nose and make some deliciousness.”
Review of a private Celtic handfasting ceremony on Loch Ness, with Gaelic vows, picnic, bubbles, scenic setting, price, weather tips, and booking advice.
“What a beautiful day, we were celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary and wanted something different… this was definitely different, it was touching, beautiful and so so well organised. Food was excellent and plentiful, we went with our three sons and their partners. Would highly recommend for an unforgettable experience”
Review of Inverness’s private two-hour walking tour, covering castles, the River Ness, Outlander links, local history, price, and practical tips.
“Guide was extremely knowledgeable about area history, culture and food. She was wearing traditional Scottish plaid uniform and matching umbrella. She showed me hidden gems of the town.”
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