Highland Adventure: Loch Ness & Whisky Tour

From£54
12 hours
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

About this activity

Embark on a full-day adventure through Scotland's Highlands, visiting Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, and enjoying a whisky tasting experience.

Highlights

  • Explore the Scottish Highlands
  • Visit the legendary Loch Ness
  • Tour the historic Urquhart Castle
  • Experience a traditional whisky tasting
  • Enjoy scenic views of Glencoe Valley

Full description

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Scotland's breathtaking Highlands. Begin your day with a scenic drive to Loch Ness, where you'll have the opportunity to explore the shores and learn about the legends surrounding this iconic loch. Next, visit the historic Urquhart Castle, perched on the edge of Loch Ness, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into Scotland's rich history. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in Scotland's whisky heritage with a guided tasting at a local distillery, savoring the flavors of traditional Scotch whisky. Throughout the day, enjoy the stunning landscapes of Glencoe Valley, known for its dramatic mountains and deep valleys. This tour is perfect for history buffs, nature enthusiasts, and whisky lovers alike.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Scottish Highlands
  • Visit to Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle
  • Whisky tasting at a local distillery
  • Meals and personal expenses

Meeting point

Start Location

1759 Regent Rd, 1759 Regent Rd, Edinburgh EH8 8DR, UK

Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour involves moderate walking; please ensure you're comfortable with this level of activity.
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for the season.
  • Children under 5 years old are not permitted on this tour.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a waterproof jacket in case of rain.
  • Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning landscapes.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • There are regular stops on tour for comfort breaks, as we do not have toilets onboard the coaches
  • No animals allowed on tour, including guide dogs
  • Minimum age to travel is 8 years old. Photo ID, such as a passport, may be required. Children (8-17) must be accompanied by an adult.
  • For insurance purposes, passengers must not be unaccompanied on our buses during tour stops. Drivers take legally required breaks and cannot stay with the vehicle.
  • Foldable wheelchairs can be stored in the hold of the bus during transit, bear in mind that staff cannot assist during boarding. Please note that the optional tour at Deanston Distillery involves multiple stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Please note that the optional distillery tour is not included, and that tickets can be purchased upon arrival

Traveler reviews

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Jason H the best

We went on the Loch Ness tour. Jason H. was a perfect mixture of informative and chill. He was an incredible tour guide, noting unique facts and stories relevant to the area along the way. I was really interested in all the history and that was a major thanks to Jason H. and his captivating stories. It was a long day that was actually so well-worth it and interesting the whole route. We took many stops along the way, including a visit to the coos!! He also made sure we were informed of all logistics like how long we could stay at each stop, recommendations of good food, etc. I would totally do another tour if Jason H. was our tour guide. Thanks for the great day!

dandR6339NUSep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Energetic, nice trip through scottish highlands

Very kind and committed driver, interesting facts about the country, its history and politics, too, but it would have been nice to have breaks in between. Not all information seemed relevant and since the tour was planned very ambitiously, the stops were quite short. Especially in the beginning, we were a little underwhelmed but the staff were very reliable and up-beat til the late end. We probably would choose another tour, next time, but thank you for your hard work! We liked the music choices, Ryan. :)

mariedG9703QSSep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Highlands tour

Endless tour, after hours on the bus you get off for 10 minutes per stop... no eating because there is no actual time, explanations to say the least nonexistent, I think it was the most useless tour I have ever taken. Completely dissatisfied

180tobiasSep 19, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Breathtaking views and hilarious guide!

We had a wonderful time on this breathtaking visit to the Highlands. Brendon was super informative and his unique sense of humour kept us giggling the whole day!

292joelleaSep 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Scottish experience

Brian the tour guide and driver was very funny makes our tour not boring. Brian was very knowledgeable and will book again definitely

R7996PQalainaSep 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

There are regular stops on tour for comfort breaks, as we do not have toilets onboard the coaches No animals allowed on tour, including guide dogs Minimum age to travel is 8 years old. Photo ID, such as a passport, may be required. Children (8-17) must be accompanied by an adult. For insurance purposes, passengers must not be unaccompanied on our buses during tour stops. Drivers take legally required breaks and cannot stay with the vehicle. Foldable wheelchairs can be stored in the hold of the bus during transit, bear in mind that staff cannot assist during boarding. Please note that the optional tour at Deanston Distillery involves multiple stairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Please note that the optional distillery tour involves an old building with numerous stairs, and has limited accessibility.