Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh
Overview
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13 hours
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Immerse yourself in spectacular scenery, beguiling mystery and dramatic history on this day trip from Edinburgh. Traveling to the Scottish Highlands, witness the stunning vistas of Cairngorms National Park and cruise along world-famous Loch Ness in search of the Loch Ness Monster and tour Urquhart Castle ruins. Admire an ancient castle in Stirling as you pass by, learn about the massacre at Glen Coe and the adventures of Scottish legend William Wallace, whose life is depicted in the film ‘Braveheart.’ Be sure to bring your camera to capture stunning views and maybe even a glimpse of ‘Nessie’!
Please note on December 26 there will be no castle or cruise available
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 3 years not accepted
The tour is guided in English
On 26th December and 1st January there will be no cruise or castle visit available.
Please note this tour may operate in reverse
Check-in for the tour is 7.45am with departure at 8.00am sharp
Visit to Urquhart Castle & Loch Ness cruise £30 per adult and £21 per child with Highland Experience discount, cash required. No need to pre book.
We reserve the right to change the tour itinerary at any time due to weather, acts of God, and events out with our control.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local live driver guide who will share stories and history throughout the day
Panoramic windows
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Children under 3 years not accepted- valid ID may be required at check in
Entrance fees - Adult, Loch Ness Cruise & Urquhart Castle Tour
Entrance fees - Child, Loch Ness Cruise & Urquhart Castle Tour
What To Expect
As we head north the first stop of the day is at this charming location nestled in the heart of Perthshire - a wonderful place for a refreshment stop and the chance to meet and feed Highland coo!
Cairngorms National Park
Through the Cairngorms and the wild wilderness. The Cairngorms are home to some of the highest peaks in the British Isles, including Ben Macdui and Braeriach. These mountains, with their rugged slopes and dramatic ridges, offer stunning vistas. You'll love taking in the landscapes as you continue to travel north.
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Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh
Reviews
2,484 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Highland Tour to Lochness , including Glencoe
LINDSAY S,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00From start to finish this Tour was fantastic, Terri our tour guide was fabulous 👌 so knowledgeable & so much fun. Grandad our driver was also fun. We Learnt so much & the songs played were a gr8 inclusion. Would definitely recommend & i will use Viator again.
Highlands
jaime N,
Jun 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Terry & Alex were fantastic. Long day but they made the best of it. Looking forward to out mext adventure.
Highly recommended!
Gillian W,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip all round! The tour guide was well prepared, well spoken as well as entertaining. It was obvious he knew his stuff and that he enjoys his job. Thank you for all the wonderful historical background. Your accent was just wonderful, your kilt a delight and the scottish music was tremendous and created a lovely ambiance on the bus. The sites were beautiful and, in our opinion, all must-sees in Scotland. The trip was truly worth the money! Highly recommended!
Absolutely enjoyed the...
Rebecca G,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely enjoyed the day! Steven B was amazing and was really knowledgeable which made the bus ride not boring! Plenty of photo stops along the way which was good as it was only a one day trip
Best tour of Scotland’s highlands & history!
Elaine Y,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had such a great time on this tour! My friends and I originally only planned 1.5 days in Edinburgh, but this trip inspired us to come back next year and spend more time here! Steven B was an awesome tour guide who told interesting stories about the places we were going & paired it with Scottish music following all the stories. He was an excellent driver, gave clear instructions, and kept everyone on a schedule to ensure we got to see all the sights. We truly appreciated his humor too! At the first rest stop, we also got to see the hairy coos! They were the cutest! This is seriously the best tour especially for the price because you truly get to see so much of Scotland. It is a long day so be prepared. I would also recommend buying food before since it’ll be mainly snacks and sandwiches for food. Also definitely do the cruise and castle (extra 30 pounds!) & get hot chocolate (& you can add whiskey if you’d like) while you ride! Thanks for an unforgettable experience!
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