Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh

Highlights

Tick off the Scottish Highlands in less time on a day trip from Edinburgh
A great choice for history buffs and travelers with limited time
Travel between Highland highlights with ease
Enjoy ample free time to explore each stop

Summary

After departing from a central Edinburgh location, travel past Stirling Castle on the way to your first stop, Kilmahog, home to the famous Highland Cows. As you continue northward, catch sight of the scenery of Rannoch Moor and Glen Coe, where you can take a short break for photo opportunities. Stop for lunch at Fort William via Loch Linhe, where you can absorb unobstructed views of Ben Nevis, one of Scotland’s highest mountains. Your next stop is Loch Ness, home of the legendary Loch Ness Monster, where you can enjoy free time for exploring. Opt to take a boat ride to the ruins of Urquhart Castle (own expense). Return to Edinburgh via Inverness and the Grampian Mountains for drop-off at your original departure point.

Tour info

Duration

12 hours

Why take this tour?

Pack as much as you can into just one day on an excursion to the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh, ideal for travelers with limited time. Traveling by coach, zip between Highland highlights such as Glen Coe, Rannoch Moor, and Ben Nevis with complete ease. During this tour, your guide brings to life the legends and folklore that make the Highlands so magical, a perfect choice for history buffs.

What’s included?

Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entry/Admission - Loch Ness

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 12h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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About operator:

5 Star, Highland coach tours for individuals and groups departing from Edinburgh and Glasgow, daily, all year. See Scotland at its Best: Loch Ness, Loch Lomond, Oban, Inverness, Orkney, and more. Passionate, experienced guides, contemporary Mercedes vehicles, multi-lingual tour descriptions including Spanish, German, French, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese and Russian.