Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Overview
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12 hours 30 minutes
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Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour.
Leaving from Edinburgh, we head northwest passing famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palace: birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, the mystical Kelpies, and the dramatically perched Stirling Castle.
Continuing north we arrive in Glencoe for some photos of the dramatic ridges called the Three Sisters.
We stop in the Fort William area for lunch before heading into the natural beauty of the Great Glen as we pass Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis.
Heading further into the highlands we arrive in the small picturesque village of Fort Augustus - you can choose to take part in an optional boat cruise here.
The road home will be time to relax and take in the Highland scenery. Final refreshment stop is at the historic town of Pitlochry before continuing the journey home over the Firth of Forth alongside UNESCO Forth Rail Bridge enroute back into Edinburgh.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is added to the total duration.
If you suffer from travel sickness, we advise bringing medication or supplements.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Stop at Loch Ness
Regular stops for photos and rest breaks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Services of an English-speaking driver guide
Food and drink
Individual hotel / multi-point pick-ups and drop-offs
Children under the age of 5 are not permitted. You will be turned away if unable to prove age
Children under the age of 5 are not permitted. Bring ID (passport or birth certificate) to prove age
Admission fee
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Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Reviews
1,142 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Anthony was our tour...
feetkat56,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Anthony was our tour guide and made this an incredible experience and delightful trip to the Highlands and Lock Ness. Would recommend this trip.
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Nora S,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
3.00Sad! I booked this tour only to go to Lochness, the road was curvy and a lady next to me got sick🤢. Almost there the road was closed due to an accident and we couldn't make it to Lochness. We had to turn arround, but we went to see Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Awesome driver!
Kevin M,
Apr 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Niel was an awesome driver/ tour guide. Very knowledgeable and actually had a great sense of humor. He went far above his call of duty. He did double duty, driving plus a tour guide. I would consider him an excellent staff member and Stewart should be happy they have him on board. Job well done Niel
amazing value for money!...
francisca m,
Apr 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00amazing value for money! the views where lovely and the tour went by really fast with the amazing storytelling from Allister and the excellent planning
Fantastic scenery
Bernice D,
Apr 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great day, our tour guide driver Keith was fantastic, kept us entertained throughout the long journey. We were lucky with weather, it was a nice sunny day and got to enjoy even more the beautiful scenery as we drove up to the highlands with plenty picture stops. Definitely worth doing this trip even though it’s a very long day.
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