Fort William and Glencoe

4.9
(12 reviews)

12 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Based in the Beautiful City of Inverness, we at Highland Tours 4 You, offer you the opportunity to join us on one of our prearranged tours taking in some of the magical sights and experiences available in this fascinating area. We currently offer One Day tours showcasing some of the most breath-taking scenery and stunning landscapes that the Highlands have to offer. Our 8 seater vehicle offers you that personal experience that we strive to give all our customers.

If there is anywhere not shown that you would like to visit or if you would prefer a Private Tour just give us a call and we will do everything in our power to help meet your needs. Perhaps you fancy a Distillery Tour, a Golf Club Tour, Cocktail Tour, Island Hop, the list is endless, just let us know what you fancy, we are here to help.

We offer a very convenience city centre riverside Pick Up Point.

What's Included

Private transportation
Guide/Driver

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside Highland House of Fraser, Scottish Visitors Centre, 4 Huntly Street, Inverness, IV3 5PR, onboard our distinctive minibus will be our friendly driver Billy waiting to welcome you aboard.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Loch Ness

    Loch Ness Photo Opportunity - Loch Ness is a large, deep, freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands best known for alleged sightings of the cryptozoological Loch Ness Monster, also known affectionately as "Nessie". We will stop for a short walk down to the shores of Loch Ness, take some photos of the fantastic scenery and maybe even catch the monster out for an early morning swim.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Urquhart Castle

    Next stop is the magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, Admire the strategic setting of the castle, on a rocky promontory with an open outlook up and down Loch Ness whilst continuing to soak up the atmosphere of one of Scotland’s most famous lochs.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Fort Augustus Abbey

    Travelling on to Ft Augustus Situated on the most southern tip of Loch Ness on the Great Glen Way, this historic and scenic hamlet is a popular tourist destination. Lying on the impressive 60 mile long Caledonian Canal, halfway between Inverness and Fort William, Fort Augustus offers spectacular views down Loch Ness, visitors can also enjoy a visit to the Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre which details the history of the canal. Or perhaps Grab a coffee and sit and watch the boats navigating the locks.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Commando Monument

    The Commando Memorial is a Category A listed monument in Lochaber, Scotland, dedicated to the men of the original British Commando Forces raised during World War II.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Glenfinnan Viaduct

    The Glenfinnan Viaduct is a railway viaduct on the West Highland Line, has been featured in the filming of the second and third Harry Potter books, Harry Potter and the Chambers of Secrets and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban took place in this area with the Hogwarts Express calling at Glenfinnan!

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    We visit the Glenfinnan Monument famous for being where Prince Charles Edward Stuart ("Bonnie Prince Charlie") raised his standard on the shores of Loch Shiel.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Neptune's Staircase

    We visit the famous Neptune Staircase. the longest staircase lock in Britain comprising eight locks on the Caledonian Canal, built by Thomas Telford between 1803 and 1822.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    We visit old Inverlochy Castle now a ruin, but is unusual because it has remained unaltered since it was built in the reign of King Alexander III. The castle is sited on the south bank of the River Lochy, at the strategically important entrance to the Great Glen.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Onward to Fort William, situated on the shores of Loch Linnhe. It’s known as a gateway to Ben Nevis, the U.K.’s highest peak.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Before moving on to Glencoe Village maybe visit the Glencoe Folk Museum occupies 18th-century thatched cottages, with displays on local heritage and the Glencoe massacre of 1692. Wildlife in the area includes red deer and golden eagles.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Ben Nevis

    Finally visiting the Base of Ben Nevis the highest mountain in the British Isles. Standing at 1,345 metres above sea level.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Highland Tours 4 You

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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