Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the mysterious Loch Ness
- Marvel at the stunning Scottish Highlands
- Discover the beauty of Glencoe
- Visit the charming town of Pitlochry
- Enjoy scenic views throughout the journey
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Loch Ness
- Visit to Glencoe and Pitlochry
- Transportation from Edinburgh
- Meals and personal expenses
Meeting point
Start Location
1759 Regent Rd, 1759 Regent Rd, Edinburgh EH8 8DR, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; no age restrictions specified.
- Service animals are allowed; please inform in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring various sites.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please note: the Castle & Cruise version will run the route in reverse.
- Minimum age to travel is 7 years old (8 for Whisky Distillery option). Photo ID, such as a passport, may be required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- There are regular stops on tour for comfort breaks, as we do not have toilets onboard the coaches
- There are three versions of this tour, please ensure you pick your preferred option when booking. Tickets to activity can be purchased during the tour.
- Feel free to bring a packed lunch and/or snacks to avoid spending time queuing. There are regular stops on tour to purchase food and refreshments that suit most dietary requirements
- This tour has been designed to show you as much of Scotland as we can fit into one day! Due to the distance driven a large portion of the tour is spent on the bus, taking in the views and scenery of Scotland. Any time not accounted for in the itinerary is spent travelling through Scotland on the bus.
- Please note: To manage demand and protect smaller towns during peak season, the route may run in reverse. A significant portion of the tour is spent on the bus, allowing you to relax and soak in the breathtaking Highland views.
- We do not allow bookings for more than 8 passengers, please reach out if you are looking to book a larger group.
- Scottish weather is unpredictable, we recommend bringing suitable clothing and footwear.
Traveler reviews
Great way to see countryside with limited time. But a bit rushed
Wonderful tour. Would give 4.5 stars. It was packed. I think a better cow stop would be better as there were only 3 cows and only 2 came by and we had just 10 minutes. Most of the stops were rushed and getting a bathroom break and food or water took up the bulk of the time. Great Loch Ness stop. It was a great way to see countryside with limited time in Scotland. Would have liked a better Kelpie drive by. If you were in the right side of the bus you didnt see them. Our tour guide Ryan was amazing though. So fun!
It was a long day, but it was a great day!
This tour was a great way to end my last day in Edinburgh. Kudos to our driver; he was fun, kept us safe, and his enthusiasm was a highlight of the day. It was a nice and sunny day, which was ideal for sightseeing and taking photos on a tour like this. I've always wanted to see Loch Ness, and this was a great way to experience it. Overall, I had a lot of fun on this tour. I enjoyed getting to know some of the people on the bus; they all seemed to enjoy the tour as well, and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a day of fun and adventure!
Lots of driving, but breathtaking landscapes we wouldn't have otherwise seen, all narrated by a delightful guide
I booked the Loch Ness tour for myself, my partner, and four of my family members, all adults - we didn't realize just how much of it was going to be driving when we initially booked it, but the entire country of Scotland is absolutely gorgeous, so if you enjoy seeing breathtaking landscapes, this is definitely a wonderful option. With that being said, if you have issues sitting for extended periods of time, traveling up to Loch Ness may not be the best option for you. Our tour guide, Brian Smith, was an absolute delight - he shared hilarious personal stories as well as historical facts about Scotland, and you could immediately tell he genuinely takes pride in his country as well as being Scottish. There was a brief stop to meet three Highland Coos (definitely a personal highlight for all of us), a more-than-reasonable amount of bathroom breaks along the way, and we opted to do the Loch Ness boat ride when we arrived at our destination. Unfortunately, the weather didn't quite cooperate - it was fairly chilly and ultimately rained the majority of the time, but that was obviously outside of anyone's control, and we were still able to see some truly stunning views of the Loch. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys seeing landscapes and is ok with a fair amount of driving.
Convient and save your...
Convient and save your time if only have limited time to spend. Friendly and approachable driver/tour guide.
Great tour! Great guide!
This was a very long day, but you basically get to see all of the Scottish Highlands and the stops were well spaced. Our guide, Bob, was fantastic! We got to feed the hairy coos, which was a surprise. I loved doing the cruise option to Urkhart Castle! Definitely worth it, even in the rain (we came prepared and were glad we did). Definitely recommend packing snacks!! We brought some, but not enough. There’s so much to see, you don’t want to waste time waiting in line for food or trying to find food. You’ll do enough of that for the toilets.