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08/09/2024

The Atholl Highlanders walking from Blair Atholl to Braemar to march in the Highland Games

08/09/2024

Job done, proud, tired, happy and in need of cold beer.

03/09/2024

Had an amazing day with a client today. Chasing Bronze Age archeology and admiring the Caithness Flow Country. Stunning!

27/08/2024

The weather has taken a turn here in Scotland (shock!) but its getting us excited for the autumn colours.

October is a fantastic time to visit Scotland as the trees and hills turn amber. Plus it means cosy nights sipping drams by the fire after a day exploring.

One of our favourite spots in autumn is Highland Perthshire. Only an hour north of Edinburgh, you get to explore castles, beautiful woodland walks and cosy pubs - what’s not to like!?

Where’s your favourite spot in autumn?

29/07/2024

Some snaps from a fantastic sailing day on Chinwag at the weekend. Sun, wind, delicious food and good craic - what’s not to like!?

Get in touch to book yours today ⛵️

01/07/2024

Another fun filled whisky tour had with these guys 🥃

After touring with us in 2022, they got in touch to have us create another bespoke whisky trip for them.

We made sure to balance the whisky tours with fun activities, such as quad biking, a boat trip on Loch Ness and of course one of Laura’s famous wilderness picnics at a bothy.

A great few days were had by all and they are already planning their next trip back to Scotland.

25/06/2024

West Coast Wonders. Some recent snaps while out on the road with our wonderful guests.

18/06/2024

A milestone birthday in the McIntosh house today. Happy 30th birthday Niall 🥳 Raymond McIntosh

30/04/2024

Why take the car when you can arrive at your hotel in style?

Recent guests of ours did just that. We collected them from Oban, sailed up the sound, and moored at Port Appin, where our guests were staying from the evening.

A fantastic experience to add to your trip.

Thank you for snaps Stephen and Julie 📸

25/04/2024

Beautiful evening in Portree this evening.

11/04/2024

Raymond snapped in action 📸 on his recent 5 day tour of Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

08/03/2024

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today we celebrate our incredible team of women who have helped make McIntosh Tours what it is today.

“Where there is a woman there is magic…”

20/02/2024

The usual four seasons in one day up Glencoe. The views are ever changing. Beautiful.

13/02/2024

On this day…
The Glencoe Massacre, also known as the Massacre of Glencoe or the Massacre of MacDonalds, occurred in the early morning of February 13, 1692. It was part of the larger political turmoil following the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which saw the overthrow of Catholic King James II and the ascension of Protestant rulers William III and Mary II.

The massacre was rooted in a longstanding feud between the MacDonalds and the Campbells, two powerful clans in the region. It was exacerbated by political factors, as the MacDonalds were seen as Jacobite sympathisers (supporters of the exiled King James II and his descendants), while the Campbells were aligned with the new Protestant government.

The massacre took place after a group of government soldiers, under the command of Captain Robert Campbell of Glenlyon, was billeted with the MacDonalds of Glencoe. Despite the Scottish tradition of hospitality, having welcomed the soldiers and fed and housed them for 2 weeks, the soldiers turned on their hosts, attacking them in the early hours of the morning. The MacDonalds had been lulled into a false sense of security, as they had sworn allegiance to the new monarchs, but their submission had not been properly registered within the required time frame.

Around 38 members of the MacDonald clan were killed during the massacre, the first thought to be the clan chief MacIain of Glencoe, with many others fleeing into the mountains, where some died of exposure. The event caused outrage across Scotland and beyond, not only because of the treacherous breach of hospitality but also due to the involvement of the government and its officials.

Despite attempts to cover up the massacre, an official inquiry was eventually launched. While the inquiry found that orders for the massacre had come from the highest levels of government, including Secretary of State for Scotland John Dalrymple, 1st Earl of Stair, no one was held accountable. The Glencoe Massacre remains a dark stain on Scottish history, remembered as a symbol of betrayal and political violence.

Today we visited the memorial to remember this sad episode in Scottish history.

12/02/2024

Enjoy a stroll around the picturesque Dean Village.

A bustling milling village in its day, this now tranquil place is a lovely spot to walk the cobbled streets and take in the beautiful architecture.

11/02/2024

Thank you to all for the birthday greetings. Another year and nae wiser🥃

04/02/2024

Another lovely editorial in the - thank you!

19/01/2024

In wintery conditions we’ve got the right tools for the job! Our Land Rover Discovery vehicles mean you can explore Scotland in luxury and style, and can head off the beaten path to explore places many other vehicles can’t.

17/01/2024

A winter wonderland today ❄️

09/01/2024

Winter walks at The Hermitage.

Just an hours drive from Edinburgh, this beautiful woodland space, with its many trails, is definitely a favourite of ours (and Daisy’s!)

19/12/2023

Looking for gift ideas? Gift the ultimate sailing experience this Christmas. Enjoy a day on the water, getting hands on experience and indulge in a freshly prepared seafood lunch. Get in touch for voucher details.

30/11/2023

Happy St. Andrew’s Day from McIntosh Tours. Slàinte Mhath 🥃

02/11/2023

We are proud to announce that we have won Private Tour Operator of the Year at the Prestige Awards. ⭐️

We love what we do and take great pride in showcasing our beautiful country to visitors. We also understand that no traveller is the same, that’s why each tour we curate is completely bespoke.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the years, from our amazing guests to the excellent Scottish businesses who help make our tours unique.

Looking forward to next year, we are busy planning more magical tours and experiences for new and returning clients.

Our 2024 diary is already filling up, so make sure to get in touch to book your Scottish adventure with us.

31/10/2023

A few shots from a recent, very autumnal, 6 day tour of Scotland.

📌 Loch An Eilean
📌 Balmoral Castle
📌The Cairngorms
📌Kinloch Lodge Hotel
📌Commando Memorial
📌Glenfinnan
📌 Loch Shiel
📌 Kilchurn Castle
📌 St. Conan’s Kirk
📌 Neist Point

12/10/2023

Late afternoon forage at the Glack, Dunkeld

05/10/2023

The Hauntings - an incredible 6m tall sculpture made from more than 1000 pieces of scrap metal!
Sited at Balhousie Castle in Perth until 12th November.

24/09/2023

Cinderella vibes

24/09/2023

Cinderella vibes

15/09/2023

Recognise this guy? A lovely editorial in the Scotland magazine.

08/09/2023

Nothing makes us happier than hearing our clients are satisfied with the bespoke tour we curated for them. Thank you Greg for your kind words!

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Perth
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Braemar Highland Games

The Atholl Highlanders walking from Blair Atholl to Braemar to march in the Highland Games

Beautiful evening in Portree this evening.

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The Hermitage, on the river Braan in full spate, after prolonged heavy rain.

A lovely pit stop while travelling through The Trossachs - The Falls of Falloch.

The MEDIO FONDO came flying through Bankfoot this morning! 🚴‍♂️ 🚴‍♀️

The Quiraing, Isle of Skye

Made it. #ARC2022

The Sword Dance #sworddance #highlander #scotland #auldalliance #france #châtillonsurindre #mcintoshtours #scottishhistory #scottishmusic #highlanddancing

First sail of 2022 LUXURY | SCOTTISH | EXPERIENCES #sailing #firthofforth #mcintoshtours #visitscotland #unesco #scotland #2022 #edinburgh

Remembering my grandfather who died during the Dunkirk evacuation 1940 and my uncle who died in action during the last days of the war #visitscotland #dunkirk #ultimatesacrafice #mcintoshtours #scotland #blackwatch #lestweforget

New for Autumn 2021🍂 In Good Spirits Edinburgh > Lindores Abbey > Kinneuchar Inn > V&A/Discovery Point > Persie Gin > Edinburgh For up to 6 gin and whisky lovers 😊

Inchcolm Abbey looking beautiful today #sailby #mcintoshtours #sailing #edinburghtour #visitscotland #staycation

Sea adventures continue until end of British Summertime on 31.10.21 LUXURY | SAILING | EXPERIENCES #sailing #sailingadventure #edinburgh #staycation #luxurygifts #love #family #forthbridges #southqueensferry #bucketlist #favouritepost

Just a regular Scottish picnic in the hills to celebrate your birthday 🎈 LUXURY | SCOTTISH | EXPERIENCES #glenlyon #birthdaygirl #picnic #wilderness #solitude ##smallpipes #bagpipes #visitscotland #goodtimes #makingmemories

🚂the simple joy of a steam train💨 #jacobitesteamtrain #streamtrain #scotland #scotlandtravel #scotlandhighlands #harrypotter #visitscotland #mcintoshtours LUXURY | BESPOKE | ADVENTURE

The Flying Scotsman, heading back from its tour of Fife, across The Forth Bridge LUXURY | LAND | EXPERIENCES #flyingscotsman #wish*twasme #scotland #mcintoshtours #trains #steamtrain #edinburghcity #staycation #whataview

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