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2-Day Inverness and the Highlands Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

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Overview

Available languages

English

48 hours

Mobile ticket

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a magical two day escape to the Highlands. Traveling through spectacular scenery, this tour is the perfect way to see Scotland and many of her highlights. These include stops at Glen Coe, Glenfinnan Viaduct (April - October only) and Loch Ness. Overnight is in the bustling Highland capital of Inverness followed by visits to Culloden Battlefield, prehistoric standing stones, Pitlochry (optional whisky distillery tour) and a riverside walk at Dunkeld.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accommodation: Please let us know in the Special Requirements box when you check out which type of accommodation you would prefer. Choose from: Hostel - £25 to £35 per person, per night. B&B single or single occupancy of a double room - £60 to £120 per person, per night. B&B en-suite double or twin - £120 to £190 per room, per night (2 sharing). B&B en-suite triple or quad - £160 to £240 per room, per night (3 or 4 sharing). Hotel - £160 to £240+ per room, per night (2 sharing)

Very small group tour - average group size of around 12 passengers

Minimum age is 5 years old

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Operates in all weather conditions (unless it is unsafe to do so), please dress appropriately

Please inform us 7 days in advance if you are bringing a service animal

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What‘s Included

Local guide

Driver/guide

Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes mini coach

Very small group tour - average group size of around 12 passengers

Live commentary on board

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Attraction Entrance Fees

Accommodation: See the Additional Info section below to select your preferred accommodation choice

What To Expect

Day 1

Edinburgh to Inverness

1

Stirling Castle

Pass by historic Stirling Castle on its rocky crags.

•Admission Not Applicable
2

National Wallace Monument

The National Wallace Monument was built to honour our great Scottish hero - William Wallace.

•Admission Not Applicable
3

Glencoe National Nature Reserve

Glen Coe is perhaps the most famous of all Scotland’s glens. This narrow valley is where the bloody massacre of the MacDonalds took place in 1692 and has been used as a backdrop for many movies including Skyfall. We will stop nearby for lunch (at own expense).

1 hour•Admission Not Applicable
4

Glenfinnan Viaduct

Visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct (Apr-Oct only) which famously features in several Harry Potter movies as the Hogwarts Express train crosses the bridge.

30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
5

Ben Nevis

We stop for a photo of Britain’s highest mountain (Ben Nevis).

10 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
6

Fort Augustus

There will be an opportunity for photos and souvenir shopping in the charming village of Fort Augustus.

30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
7

Loch Ness

We continue along the full length of Loch Ness - keep your eyes peeled for a glimpse of the Loch Ness Monster!

•Admission Unknown
8

Urquhart Castle

We will stop at Urquhart Castle for a photo opportunity and to stretch legs before the final leg of the journey to Inverness.

10 minutes•Admission Not Included
9

Inverness

Our overnight stay is in the northernmost city of the UK and pretty capital of the Highlands, Inverness. There are numerous pubs, cafés and restaurants for evening entertainment.

14 hours•Admission Not Applicable
Day 2

Inverness to Edinburgh

1

Culloden Battlefield

After being collected from your accommodation it's only a short drive to Culloden Moor where the Jacobites were finally defeated by government soldiers in 1746, the last battle to be fought on British soil. You will have time to walk on the battlefield and learn more about this tragic event that killed 700 Highland clansmen in three minutes.

30 minutes•Admission Not Included
2

Clava Cairns

Visit one of Scotland's most evocative and sacred prehistoric sites, 4000 year old stone circles and burial mounds at Clava Cairns.

30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
3

Cairngorms National Park

As we drive south through the Cairngorms National Park you'll hear about the flora and fauna of this wonderful wilderness which was officially protected in 2003 and is the largest national park in the British Isles. We will also stop for lunch at one of the charming villages within the national park.

1 hour•Admission Not Applicable
4

Ruthven Barracks

During your drive through the Cairngorms National Park, you should spot Ruthven Barracks, built in 1719 after the 1715 Jacobite rising.

•Admission Unknown
5

Pitlochry

The Highland town of Pitlochry has an elegant main street packed with shops and restaurants. During your break here there is an option to visit the Blair Athol Distillery (own expense) where you can take a guided tour and of course sample the 'water of life' for yourself.

1 hour 45 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
6

The Hermitage

Your final stop is a gentle riverside walk through Big Tree Country at Dunkeld, a beautiful way to finish the tour all seasons of the year.

45 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
7

Forth Road Bridge

Just before returning to Edinburgh (tour return time is 7pm) your journey takes you over the River Forth. You may make a quick photo stop in South Queensferry to capture the famous Forth Rail Bridge - built in 1890.

15 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Options

2 Day Highland Tour

2 day mini-bus tour including the following highlights: Doune Castle, both Scotland's National Parks, Glen Coe, Loch Ness, overnight in Inverness and optional whisky distillery tour

Reviews

4.90

186 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Do this tour and hope you have Euen as a guide!

    Dawn K,

    Apr 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Euen was an amazing guide. Personable, kind, informative, knowledgeable , thoughtful and patient! The tour is worth a lot more than its price.

  • Amazing tour - Amazing tour leader !

    GEORGINA P,

    Oct 20, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    What an AMAZING 2 days!! Callum the tour leader/driver was so exceptional in providing information on locations and general discussion of interest....it was so enlightening to listen to him. Thank you Callum!!

  • Fantastic!!!

    Nicole M,

    Sep 2, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    Loved this tour! James made the whole tour! It was a cool mix of history and then time to look and explore! I will use this company every time I come to Scotland!

  • Great tour and great host

    Bradley Z,

    Jun 2, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    James was our tour guide and was excellent. His knowledge and humor was great during the two day trip. I would highly recommend booking this as you see so much and don’t want to miss the Highlands.

  • 3 Senior Ladies on an 8 week journey

    Sheila N,

    Apr 21, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    The tour bus driver Callum was amazing! He knew so much about Scotland's history and folklore. We had so many interesting stops-hidden gems. A small group was great as we got to know a little about our fellow travelers. Undoubtedly the best tour we've been on.

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4.90
186 reviews
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