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 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. 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 a 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. 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.
Please note, this tour returns to Edinburgh around 20:00 PM
*The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice.
**This route may be reversed on some occasions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
The chance to see "Nessie", the Loch Ness monster
Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Admission Fees unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks
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 Mountain
Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Small-Group Day Trip from Edinburgh
Reviews
5,884 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible Tour!
Jeremiah S,
Aug 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was extremely professional, exciting, informative, and overall enjoyable! Our tour guide, Neil (bus 4 since there are two guides named Neil), provided some excellent commentary about the history of the areas we toured, both ancient and contemporary, as well as pointing out some really fun facts about local geography as we made our way through the Highlands! We were able to have plenty of breaks to get out and stretch our legs while on tour, but still made FANTASTIC time getting to Loch Ness and back. We would definitely book again!
It’s an experience
james H,
Aug 29, 2025
- Viator
4.00It’s a great tour if you are okay sightseeing from a coach window, just bear in mind that it’s 5 hours driving all the way to the highlands, couple of stops here and there for rest breaks and a couple of photo opportunities and then just under 1 hour on the Locness (if you got the tickets). And 5 hours back. You get to a village where you go on the boat, just bear in mind, they are very funny about visitors, we got an hour here but other travellers on other coaches got 30 minutes lunch. In total it’s about 16 seats to a mini coach, 6 of them going out with various drivers. Our driver was Simon, he was friendly and very knowledgeable. It’s just a shame I didn’t read into this properly on how long of a drive it is. It’s literally 5 hours and you don't actually get off to walk about it’s just a quick pit stop and get back on the coach. All in its “a great opportunity” but you would do it just once as it’s a time consuming day just to be on a coach without actually exploring.
Beautiful Scotland
Deb J,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00A long but enjoyable day. Big views, gorgeous Lochs and loads of History. The countryside is beautiful and Leo was attentive and respectful and also knowledgeable. Commentary was insightful laced with humour. Would highly recommend if you wish to explore the highlands and surrounds
It was really lovely and...
Hani R,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was really lovely and our guide was so nice, the road is so nice , the cruise on the lake is a little crowded
Great tour, would recommend!
Arpana S,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was overall an amazing experience. Really beautiful scenes and nature in all its glory. James was a great guide, providing the information we needed as well as answering any questions we had. Loved the size of the tour group, really good for someone travelling solo. Would certainly be recommending this!!
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