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. 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.
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 Mountain Resort
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
Options
Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Small-Group Day Trip from Edinburgh
Reviews
6,008 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The most amazing tour ever
John F,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an unforgettable experience professionally organised and our bus driver Jim divine was the most amazing person incredibly knowledgeable fun humorous kind
Fab day out
893tillyf,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Brian as our guide and he was fab. It was a day full of history and fun facts, a fair few dad style jokes, and some Scottish music in between. The stops were gorgeous and well worth the cold (and rain at some of them of course!) For a full day of getting to see views you wouldn’t otherwise see it is well worth the price. Any of the reviews that complain about it being a lot of driving obviously didn’t know what they booked lol. Long day obviously but Brian told us before a long stretch so everyone knew to use the loos. Bring a packed lunch and grab a treat at one of the stops. Plenty of gift shops for souvenirs.
AMAZING
lindseyv247,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bryan was amazing! Such a great trip and funny story teller. It’s a long day, but every minute was worth it! I really like it that is was a small bus
Kieran Was Top Notch!
Kerry B,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I took this tour with my husband, my two kids, my sister and her three kids. We came from the States but we consider ourselves mostly Scottish because our mother lives here. The trip was great, even considering that the weather was not. Kieran was funny, very knowledgeable and very engaging throughout the entire trip. The minibus was very comfortable, and even though it was pouring for a large part of our trip, you could still see enough to get the experience. We enjoyed it so much that my daughters Have booked a rabby's tour to see the kelpies next week when their partners arrive, and The rest of us have another trip booked next week from Inverness while we're up there. I will be sure to use Rabbies anytime I come for a visit.
Great experience ...
Carlos B,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience Very long day but the views were spectacular Just my opinion but the boat ride at Loch Ness can be skipped. But boring 🤷🏻♂️ Our driver Nathan was great, very informative with explaining where we were and local facts.
Very interesting...
Beatrice C,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting comments about Scotland and the beautiful landscapes crossed. A friendly and invested guide.
Excellent
owenc984,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was excellent from start to finish, the scenery, the places we got to see, but all made better by Rhys who was knowledgeable, funny, engaging. He took the time to get to know everyone, made everyone feel welcome and included. He made the long day fun and the time flew by. Would definitely recommend this tour.
This trip was epic! All...
Nikolaos N,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was epic! All the places we visited were extraordinary and Alex, our guide, was phenomenal! Highly recommended!
Super entertaining tour in the snow flurries
tanjagi77,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Beautiful landscape in the snow flurry. Driver Sean has told a lot of interesting and entertaining stories.
We did the day tour to...
Raven B,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We did the day tour to Loch Ness, with stops throughout the Highlands. Ciaran was an amazing tour guide! Very personable, kind, and extremely knowledgeable about Scottish history, Scotland in general, and everything related. It’s a long day with a lot of stops but definitely worth it if you have limited time and want to see as much of the Highlands as possible in a day.
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