Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise
Overview
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12 hours
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Embark on an unforgettable 12-hour adventure from Edinburgh and experience the very best of the Scottish Highlands. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury mini-coach with a friendly, knowledgeable guide and a small group of no more than 16 people – ensuring a relaxed, personalised experience.
Marvel at the dramatic landscapes of Glencoe, steeped in history and surrounded by towering peaks. Continue your journey through rugged Highland scenery to the picturesque village of Fort Augustus.
Here, you’ll enjoy a cruise on the mysterious Loch Ness, where you can soak up breath-taking views and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the elusive Nessie! With the water stretching out against a backdrop of forested hills, this is a true highlight of the day.
Afterwards, travel through the stunning Cairngorms National Park, passing natural landmarks. Your final stop is the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry, where you can enjoy a short stroll before the scenic drive back to Edinburgh.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Check-in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. This tour will depart from Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Check-in will close at 07:30 (tour will depart at 07:45).
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
Loch Ness cruise – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
*The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice.
**This route may be reversed on some occasions.
Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Your driver-guide takes you to their favourite stop within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park where you can grab coffee and enjoy the views.
Glencoe
Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.
What‘s Included
Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Admission Fee - includes 50 minute cruise on Loch Ness
The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Admission Fees unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Small-Group Day Trip from Edinburgh
Reviews
6,101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
David was an excellent...
Nancy M,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00David was an excellent guide providing history and stories of the region as we drove through the Highlands on our way to cruise on the Loch Ness. He provided us with great information to pick the perfect spot for lunch and he made a 12 hour tour fly by quickly.
Loch Ness
Cynthia R,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small tour with Rabbie and Kim was our guide. She has lots of knowledge stories and took great care of us. Made sure we had plenty of time to see and take pictures.
So satisfying
michal r,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kim is a positive, wonderful guide with lots of relatable historical and cultural references. We saw so many beautiful places. We stopped often enough for food and toilets and to stretch. Beautifully paced; kept to a precise schedule. It’s a lot, but such a fantastic sampling of the highlands. Thank you Kim!
So much fun! Steven is so...
Liz S,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00So much fun! Steven is so knowledgeable, funny, and communicative. He made a point to connect with everyone on the tour throughout the day. The stops were amazing, and I can't recommend the Loch Ness cruise enough! Other quick notes: There are plenty of bathroom breaks throughout the day and places to grab food from if you don't want to pack snacks/lunch.
It’s a long day on a bus,...
Ann B,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a long day on a bus, but wow the Highlands are so beautiful! So many scenic points long the way and the cruise on Loch Ness was fun and informative. We even saw some Highland coos! Our guide Nathan had lots of stories and history to share with us which made the stretches in the bus easier. The weather was romantic (rainy) and atmospheric (windy and misty) but still, this is a totally worthwhile tour!
Lovely way to spend a day!
Christiane J,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A long day but absolutely beautiful chance to see another part of Scotland without renting a car. Enjoy all of the scenic views from inside the van and all the stops. Plenty of chances to get food, stretch, and use the facilities. A few surprises along the day that made it more than just getting to Loch Ness. Really great day!
Highlands tour recommendation
cesarpE7801KB,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today we went to the Highlands and Loch Ness—it was an incredible experience thanks to the stunning landscapes and beautiful places we saw. But what made the experience even better was the amazing service, dedication, knowledge, and attitude of Brayan and Duncan, who were excellent guides and truly pleasant people! I definitely highly recommend this tour—if you can, make sure to book it and go with them.
Great tour and guide
bridgetw452,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The highlight of our trip. Neal was our guide and he was fantastic, friendly, entertaining, and helpful. We had the best time. The sites were beautiful, I’ve never enjoyed spending a day in a car more because we were surrounded by beauty the entire trip. Cool to finally see Loch Ness, highland cows, and more!
We loved it!
Evelyn R,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Lockness tour is a very nice tour to see a lot of spots in the highlands when you are in Edinburgh for a short visit. Russel is an amazing story teller. He really wants you too experience the best day. April was a good choice to have daylight the entire trip.
We really enjoyed our...
Nichola R,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed our tour! This is a great way to see a large part of the country and includes lots of stops so it never feels like you are on the bus for too long. There were lots of great photo opps including beautiful scenery and of course the legendary 'hairy coos'. Our driver/guide Mike was very pleasant and knowledgeable. The boat cruise of the Loch Ness was also great and provided some funny photo opps. My teens thought this tour was the highlight of our trip. We highly recommend.
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