About this tour
Explore the Perthshire Highlands in a private Land Rover, starting from Dunkeld and venturing through Scotland's most compelling terrain. This eight-and-a-half-hour tour weaves together woodland walks, village heritage, artisan stops and optional castle or distillery visits. Travel with up to five others in a comfortable vehicle, guided through centuries of Scottish history and landscape without the constraints of group coach travel.
Highlights
- Woodland walk through the Hermitage's 18th-century grounds
- Browse Highland chocolates at Iain Burnett's specialist shop
- Optional Blair Castle tour or whisky tasting experience
- Traditional pub lunch in Dunkeld village
- Private Land Rover transport for up to six passengers
- Full-day itinerary departing 9am, returning by 6:30pm
What to expect
You'll spend the day moving between Perthshire's key stops at your own pace, without queuing alongside tour groups. The morning begins in Dunkeld village, where you'll stretch your legs on a proper woodland walk before sampling local chocolatier wares. Lunchtime takes you to a proper village pub. Afternoons open up: choose between climbing through Blair Castle's rooms or learning how whisky is made at a local distillery—both optional, both worth the modest entry fee. Throughout, your driver navigates the Highlands' single-track roads and glens, pointing out details most travellers miss.
Good to know
Entry fees to castles and distilleries (around £17–21) aren't included; budget separately for lunch. The Land Rover suits all fitness levels, but the Hermitage walk involves woodland terrain. Infant seats available. Bottled water provided; bring layers—Scottish weather changes fast.
Frequently asked
- How long does Perthshire Highlands: Private Land Rover Tour take?
- Perthshire Highlands: Private Land Rover Tour runs for approximately 8h 30m.
- How much does Perthshire Highlands: Private Land Rover Tour cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1104 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Perthshire Highlands: Private Land Rover Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Perthshire Highlands: Private Land Rover Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.