Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

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12 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour.

Leaving from Edinburgh, we head northwest passing famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palace: birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, the mystical Kelpies, and the dramatically perched Stirling Castle.

Continuing north we arrive in Glencoe for some photos of the dramatic ridges called the Three Sisters.

We stop in the Fort William area for lunch before heading into the natural beauty of the Great Glen as we pass Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis.

Heading further into the highlands we arrive in the small picturesque village of Fort Augustus - you can choose to take part in an optional boat cruise here.

The road home will be time to relax and take in the Highland scenery. Final refreshment stop is at the historic town of Pitlochry before continuing the journey home over the Firth of Forth alongside UNESCO Forth Rail Bridge enroute back into Edinburgh.

What's Included

Stop at Loch Ness
Regular stops for photos and rest breaks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Services of an English-speaking driver guide
Food and drink
Individual hotel / multi-point pick-ups and drop-offs
Children under the age of 5 are not permitted. You will be turned away if unable to prove age
Children under the age of 5 are not permitted. Bring ID (passport or birth certificate) to prove age
Admission fee

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
17 Charlotte Square

Meet the driver/guide at Charlotte Square* for check in at 7:30am for a sharp 7:45am departure. *The bus stop outside the West Register House (17 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DJ) is the exact location of departure.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Callander

    Our first stop for refreshments and a comfort break is Callander, where you will have a chance to grab a snack and stretch your legs. If you're lucky enough, you may have the chance to meet the Highland Cows (season dependant).

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Loch Tulla Viewpoint

    We make a brief stop in this scenic location to take in the views across Loch Tulla and Glen Orchy

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Glencoe

    The site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonald Clan, Glencoe is one of Scotland’s most famous glens. Here you will hop off for a photo opportunity with the dramatic northern ridges known as the Three Sisters

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Fort William

    Nearing the half way point on our tour we stop off in the Fort William area for lunch.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Commando Monument

    Another opportunity for photos as we stop on the outskirts of Spean Bridge at the Commando memorial. Unrivalled views down towards Fort William and the UK's highest mountain Ben Nevis. Depending on timings, this stop may be subject to change

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Fort Augustus

    A chance to grab some lunch and take part in an optional Loch Ness Boat cruise. For those not on the cruise, we have over an hour here which is plenty time to grab a coffee and have a wander around.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Pitlochry

    Stopping in the Victorian resort town of Pitlochry for a chance to stretch the legs and grab some light refreshments before the final leg of the journey home

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel time is added to the total duration.
  • If you suffer from travel sickness, we advise bringing medication or supplements.
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