Loch Ness , Heilan Coos ,Great Glen , Fort William and Glencoe
Overview
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8 hours
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This is a small private tour that takes you from Inverness down the Great Glen to Fort William and on to Glencoe. We will travel along Loch Ness side stopping at Urquhart Castle and then Fort Augustus where you can see the locks on the Caledonian Canal. We continue further down the Great Glen to Fort William stopping en route at The Well of the 7 heads monument and The Commando Memorial. Continuing on we visit Glenfinnan before viewing Neptunes staircase on our way to spectacular Glencoe. The Beauty of this itinerary is that it can be adjusted to suit your wishes within reason , if you wish to delete a place and add in another place or if you need more time in your favourite place then this can be done. You decide what you want , this is the difference between this tour and other tours.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Urquhart Castle
Departing from Inverness we head South west down the Great Glen to Loch Ness and stop for a photo opportunity at Urquhart Castle. We will also take the opportunity to stop to see some Highland Cows on our trip.
Fort Augustus
We pass through Fort Augustus at the southern end of Loch Ness
Options
Group of up to 4 people
Pickup included
Group of up to 8 people
Pickup included
Group of up to 6 people
Pickup included
What‘s Included
wifi
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance Fees to attractions
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best value imaginable
emilymJ6254RD,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our 8 person group had a variety of ages. Lawrence picked us up promptly and helped us solve logistical issues. We had a tour that was catered to our interests, informative and comfortable. Lawrence was so warm and friendly. We enjoyed his company tremendously and felt comfortable asking any questions. I cannot recommend this travel group more highly.
Amazing day in the Highlands!!!
Robyn D,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was our first day of touring on our three night stop in Inverness. We wanted to book a private tour so that we could get a lay of the land and also let my husband enjoy the scenery and not concentrate so much on having to drive. There were five of us, myself, my husband, and our three teenage children. Our driver, Kevin was wonderful. He picked us up from our hotel and started off right towards the Glenfinnan viaduct. We got there in plenty of time to hike up and see the train as it came across the overpass. From there we went on to Glencoe, Fort William, Lock ness and several other different stops along the Highlands taking lots of pictures. There were plenty of local Scottish snacks in the van and even carrots to feed the hairy coos! Kevin was so helpful on giving us tips for our drive to the Isle of Skye the following day. He even taught my husband about how to correctly navigate the single track roads. I can’t recommend this tour enough! It really was the highlight of our 10 day trip in Scotland.
A very enjoyable tour with a knowledgeable guide
Gisella C,Jun 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Billy, is a very knowledgeable local guide, very experienced and engaging. The tour was tailored to our requirements, we went to the Glenfinnan viaduct, Glencoe, Loch Ness, Loch Achtriochtan and Falls of Foyers. We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and would recommend it, you won’t be disappointed.
An amazing day of the Highlands
Eliza3250,Apr 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an amazing tour of the Highlands Kevin made an effort to “cram” lots of the history of Scotland into our heads - at the same time making an effort to adjust to our wishes and desires. With great enthusiasm, tact and a wonderful sense of humour, he made our day both memorable and eventful.
Loved every minute!
stacysS7526OX,Mar 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day with Lawrence touring around the Highlands. Loved the sites and Lawrence made sure to personalize the tour for us. We would highly recommend his tour!
Unforgettable Day in the Highlands with Lawrence!
BudH258,Mar 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent the day exploring the Scottish Highlands with Highlander Private Tours, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Lawrence, was exceptional—warm, knowledgeable, and full of great stories that brought the landscape and history to life. He tailored the tour to our interests, shared incredible local insights, and made the whole day both fun and meaningful. From stunning scenery to hidden gems, we couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a better way to experience Scotland. Highly recommend this tour—and if you can, request Lawrence!
Highly recommend
rachelhO9164VQ,Mar 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lawrence is an amazing tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and personable. He tailored the tour to us. We had a great time! Will definitely be back and will book again with him!
A truly wonderful experience!
familywithdoggo,Jan 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really wonderful experience! Billy was a true Scottish gentleman and was very accommodating. We learnt so much and saw the most amazing landscapes. Was really impressed with how Billy was able to personalize the day by taking us to a memorial park for our ancestors. Would highly recommend this tour! Thankyou Billy
Great guide, great day, great experience!
8DaveW,Sep 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing day. One of our highlights of the trip. So nice having the driver for the windy roads as I had been driving up to this point. Plus great facts and storytelling while he drove, and plenty of good jokes to boot! Billy was great, the van was really nice and comfortable. He was so hospitable and knew so much, you could tell he really loves giving these tours. Plus he really listened to us and effectively created a custom tour to and from Glencoe (from Inverness). I’d recommend skipping Fort William and getting food at the Glencoe visitor center instead. Leave time for a hike in Glencoe, maybe even bring blankets and food for a picnic, tons of great spots and it is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been.
Great tour with our adult children
TrailBlazer786415,Sep 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our private tour with Billy as our tour guide for our party of 5. He was entertaining,funny and knowledgeable. Regaling us with the history of the clans and information about places of interest on the way to Glencoe and back. We were able to customize the tour so that our children could have time for a short hike and still visit the locations that interested us. The Mercedes van was comfortable and Billy is an excellent driver-not to be minimized on the sometimes narrow roads around Glencoe. We would definitely book another tour with Billy and Highland Private Tours.
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