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Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

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Overview

Available languages

English

12 hours

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This 12 hour tour will fit in as much of Scotland as can possibly done in one day! You will witness the stunning scenery of Glencoe and Ben Nevis before you make your way to Loch Ness for a cruise across its deep waters looking for evidence of its renowned resident, Nessie. Enjoy traveling in comfort on one of our luxury, modern, air-conditioned coaches as you witness the stunning sights that Scotland has to offer.

Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age is 4 years old.

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour's departure time.

Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.

Top tip - You could bring a cold packed lunch with you in order to make the most of your time at each stop - this would be particularly time-saving in the busier months!

We recommend taking cash for the optional extras including the Loch Ness cruise. You can arrange payment with your driver-guide on the day and there is no need to pre-book optional extras.

Our coaches do not have restrooms, however, there are frequent comfort breaks during the journey at stops with restrooms.

We cannot guarantee on any tour that we will see specific wildlife like Highland Cows but keep your eyes on the scenery and you might be able to spot some!

Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

1

Edinburgh

Your 1-day Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour departs from our Edinburgh City Centre departure point at Castle Terrace, outside the NCP Car Park, EH1 2EW in the morning. Departing from Edinburgh, our Loch Ness tour travels northwest, passing the imposing Stirling Castle.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Callander

We make our first stop in the Callander area in the highlands for some light refreshments, with the possibility of seeing a Highland coo depending on the time of year.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Live commentary on board

Knowledgeable driver-guide

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Attraction Tickets

Restroom on board

WiFi on board

Options

Tour with Cruise

Cruise: Guided coach tour including a 1-hour Loch Ness cruise.

Tour with Castle and Cruise

Castle & Cruise: Guided coach tour including approximately 40 minutes at Urquhart Castle and a 30-minute Loch Ness cruise.

Tour Only

Tour only: Guided coach tour.

Reviews

4.59

2,342 reviews

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  • The Lochness adventure

    126josephineg,Apr 15, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Had an amazing time and experienced during the trip. Jada was really bubbly.

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  • Wonderful experience

    758ang licaf,Apr 13, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I loved the walk! Brian was super attentive.

  • Best Day Tour to see Loch Ness and the Highlands

    meghanmS9208CQ,Apr 13, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I just finished the day tour of Glencoe, Loch Ness and the Scottish highlands with Brian. Brian made a day on the bus really fun with his stories and the history of the places that we passed by, his good taste in music and fun banter. I would definitely suggest this tour and having Brian as your tour guide.

  • Fun, beautiful photos and amazing history

    morgankM9604RP,Apr 13, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Everything was amazing. Brian did a great job and had the best stories and facts. He was very helpful with food and stop recommendation and had a killer playlist. We stopped at multiple photo opts, and he assisted us with booking our castle/cruise because we forgot to do it early. Wonderful experience. I recommend it.

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  • Fantastic!

    598aislinnm,Apr 12, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had a fantastic day trip today. We left from Edinburgh onto the highlands & lough ness. Beautiful stops along the way, very beautiful even with some misty rain. We were worried about the length of the day but honestly the day flew and is very well planned out with stops. Our bus driver/ tour guide was all rolled into one - Seamus! Seamus made the day with his knowledge of the area , good humour and music ! Mon the Biff 😁 I would highly recommend this tour and company - a great taster of what the highlands has to offer

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  • Excellent

    714danait,Apr 12, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Everything was amazing. We recommend Seames as a tour guide he was excellent!

  • Highly recommend!

    Safari48893639804,Apr 10, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I 100% loved David as our guide!!! I recommend this trip for everyone! He was funny, had a great playlist(which I want by the way), and gave lots of great information throughout the tour! He was very honest-never want to meet a heather in my life lol (you’ll understand when you tour with him)

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  • Incredible trip

    yioez,Apr 10, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Our trip to the Highlands yesterday was absolutely incredible — truly an unforgettable experience! The pace was perfect: well-balanced, relaxed yet full of amazing sights and experiences. The tour had everything — breathtaking landscapes, rich history, charming stops, and moments that will stay with us for a long time. But what made it extraordinary was the human factor. Our driver, David, was simply outstanding and made all the difference. He is a true philosopher of life — full of energy, passion, warmth, and a wonderful sense of humor. His personal touches throughout the tour and the way he told his stories made everything come alive. You could feel how much he loves what he does, and that enthusiasm was contagious! Without a doubt, David was the absolute highlight of our trip. We feel so lucky to have had him as our guide — he turned a great tour into an exceptional one!

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  • A wonderful day at the highlands

    A3582LG,Apr 10, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Very good experience Jamie our driver was amazing he told us everything we need to know thank you Jamie and Timberbus tours

  • Beautiful Views

    rosesX2242YV,Apr 10, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Great day! Beautiful views, wonderful history and general knowledge shared with travellers. Seamus was an excellent guide/driver. A must when in Scotland.

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