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 Resort
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
5,967 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Scotland the Beautiful Land of Many National Anthems
D1250SHandrews,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There is not enough space to offer all the great things I can say about Rabbie's Tours and the experience they offer on this day trip. There were 17 people on an incredibly clean and new tour bus. The initial meeting at the station was easy and convenient. They were well staffed and were willing and able to answer any pre-departure questions. Our driver and guide, Kylie, could not have been more amazing. She was the driver, historian, concierge and caretaker on our journey through Scotland. She understood all human needs and amply explained everything we needed to know before each stop and the information we needed to make the most out of each break. This was a 12-hour day tour with an hour cruise on Loch Ness!! It is a long day, and it couldn't have been more fun and exciting. I will say again, Kylie is an amazing person and could not have been more brilliant in her delivery of a wonderful trip into the Scottish countryside. Opportunities for shopping, site seeing, buying local fresh food and drinks, bathroom breaks and of course the natural beauty of Scotland. It would have been a deal at half again more the price and I would recommend this trip for anyone whether travelling solo or with a small group. Kylie, again, you are brilliant!
12 hour Uber ride for 60 minutes in Loch Ness
smhess929,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00This is an Uber ride to Loch Ness for an hour and then leave. We didn't experience any of the other things listed. If you think this is a "tour of Scotland," you will be very disappointed. If your goal is to take a picture of the Loch Ness sign, you may be okay. This is a 12-hour day to spend 60 minutes in Loch Ness; if you take the optional cruise, you will have to run to the bus. No time to look around and experience. 90% of this is driving, and half of it is in the dark. You will stop numerous times, but at designated stores that are partnered with the tour company. No real sightseeing. The Highland cows you see are in a small fence outside a store. If you want to see them in their natural habitat, be prepared to snap a picture going 50MPH. If you really want to experience Scotland, I would suggest a multiple-day tour. This is not it.
Very nice experience,...
Paula S,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice experience, good tour guides and very well thougth itinerary. Bathroom breaks are commun. Thank you to the team
Awesome Tour!! Incredible Guide!!!!
Shawna C,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trek to Loch Ness from Edinburgh is arduous, but Barbara made it so much more enjoyable! She is energetic, incredibly knowledgeable and kept us on schedule. If you want to visit Loch Ness and don't get Barbara as your guide, you're truly missing out.
Andrew is top tier of a...
Victoria S,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Andrew is top tier of a tour guide. From keeping us on schedule, making up for the schedule changing due to the rain, and playing BANGERS throughout the long hour drives. His knowledge on the place was impeccable and was able to answer all of our questions. I learned so much on the tour about the history and the culture. Thank you again Andrew!!!
Take your breath away
Jimena M,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing! Lovely views and lots of history. My guide Shea was very good and I learned a lot, it makes it bearable do not feel 13 hours! I highly recommend
Interesting Trip
traceyt784,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The day was great, saw a lot of the sights of the high country. I didn’t expect that it would be a 12 hour day! Enjoyed the experience, Barbara our guide was a wealth of knowledge & upbeat for the entire trip.
Perfect day at Loch Ness
Dale V,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Keith was a wonderful and very knowledgeable guide. He was entertaining and shared numerous humorous stories. Highly recommended.
We loved it!
Sabrina C,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience! Sean was our tour guide and it was obvious he has a love for his country and was extremely knowledgable about each place we saw along the way. The views were amazing, we met some really cute Highland cows, including a baby! and we have so many amazing memories. Sean was kind, funny, and considerate. Also, we had plenty of time to grab snacks at each stop and to have lunch at Loch Ness, and we did the boat tour. So I would not fret about food or needing bathroom stops, they were very considerate the whole trip!
On the day of the trip we...
Cristiana P,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00On the day of the trip we arrived 1 minute late and were not allowed to board. One solution they offered was to reschedule for the following day, but we would miss the cruise. Today we went on the trip with the children without the cruise and arrived an hour early and left two minutes late. I regret that we were penalized by missing the cruise for only 1 minute of delay. Otherwise, the trip is very interesting and the guide was great.
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