Great days out

We recommend you check with the service providers before planning your trip. Booking is recommended for most of these activities, and is essential for some.

The Jacobite Steam Train, Fort William

Running from the foot of Ben Nevis at Fort William, to the stepping-off point to Skye at Mallaig, the Jacobite travels over 42 miles of wild country, following the Road to the Isles. You also cross the Glenfinnan viaduct which is used in the Harry Potter movies!
01524 732 100

Landmark Forest Heritage Park, Carrbridge

Adventureland, fire tower, timber trail, wild water coaster, Microworld, restaurant and shop. It's tiring even reading it! 01479 841 613 /
0800 731 3446

Mount Stuart, Isle of Bute

The family seat of the Stuarts of Bute, direct descendents of Robert the Bruce.
www.mountstuart.com

Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh

Dramatic interactive exhibitions take you from the beginning of time to the future of the planet. www.dynamicearth.co.uk

Highland Adventure Safaris, Aberfeldy

Award-winning safaris into unique and exhilirating landscapes, dedicated to bringing the outdoors closer to you. Adventure safaris, offroading, hiking, corporate team-building events and much more. Visitor Centre with lots of things to do, specially for families. Gold Panning, Deer Park, Wildlife Discovery Garden , Gift Shop and from the end of March a Farm Shop and Café. Also of course 4 x 4 Adventure Trailing and safaris for all sorts of different types of visitor. 90-minute Mini Family Safari £17.50 for adults and £10 for children.
www.highlandadventuresafaris.co.uk

Culloden Battlefield, Inverness

On 16 April 1746, the future of Scotland was decided in a tragic and bloody battle. Bonnie Prince Charlie's dream ended on this haunting moor, which is being restored to the way it would have looked on the day. Exhibition and movie presentation, bookshop and restaurant.
01463 790607

Island trips by ferry

Travel to Bute from Wemyss Bay; Mull from Oban; Islay from Kennacraig; or Arran from Ardrossan or Claonaig.

The Mull Experience

A joint ticket which provides ferry from Oban, Torosay Castle, Duart Castle and the Mull Railway.
01680 812309
01680 812421

Isle of Staffa

Boat trips taking in Fingal's Cave and Iona in one day. 01681 700358

Islay & Jura Whisky Trail, Oban

A journey by car, bus, ferry and air.01496 810254 www.isle-of-islay.com

Mill Trail, Alva

Wool, tartan and tweed making. Visitor centre has video show, gift shop, coffee shop and play area. 01259 769696

Rubby Cruises, Ardfern

Day cruises on MV Ruby on Loch Craignish and beyond. 01832 500616