Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

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12 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Traveling through spectacular Highland scenery, this tour is the perfect way to see lots of Scotland and search for the famous Loch Ness monster. Highlights include stunning Glen Coe and an optional boat cruise on Loch Ness, the world’s most mysterious stretch of water. This twelve hour adventure represents great value for money.

What's Included

Local guide
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach
Live commentary on board
Very small group tour - average group size of around 12 passengers
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Attraction Entrance Fees

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant). Please arrive no later than 07.45

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • Linlithgow Palace (Pass by)

    Catch a glimpse of Linlithgow Palace - birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.

    Admission ticket free
  • Stirling Castle (Pass by)

    Pass by historic Stirling Castle on its rocky crags.

    Admission ticket free
  • National Wallace Monument (Pass by)

    The National Wallace Monument was built to honour our great Scottish hero - William Wallace.

    Admission ticket free
  • Doune Castle (Pass by)

    Doune Castle is famous for its appearance in Monty Python's Holy Grail, Game of Thrones and Outlander.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Enjoy a morning coffee stop within Scotland's first National Park. The options here include the Highland gateway village of Callander or the mountain views at beautiful Loch Lubnaig.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Glencoe National Nature Reserve

    The notorious massacre of the MacDonald Clan was carried out amidst this beautiful and dramatic scenery on the 13th February 1692. You may recognise this part of the Highlands, used in the movie 'Skyfall' and 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban'. A majestic setting in any season!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Rannoch Moor (Pass by)

    Travel across the wilderness of Rannoch Moor with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Commando Monument

    View Ben Nevis (highest mountain in Britain at 1344 m) from the famous Commando Memorial. Here you can admire the spectacular views over the rugged landscape of Lochaber.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Ben Nevis (Pass by)

    Enjoy views from the bus of Britain's highest mountain at 1344 m

    Admission ticket free
  • Caledonian Canal (Pass by)

    Travel alongside the Thomas Telford designed Caledonian Canal.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Loch Ness

    Stop in Fort Augustus for lunch and to explore the largest loch in Scotland either from the shore or on an optional boat cruise (own expense).

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Cairngorms National Park

    As you enter the Cairngorms National Park there may be time for a short woodland walk and talk.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Scottish Highlands (Pass by)

    Our final stop is in the heart of the Highlands (Big Tree Country in Highland Perthshire) where you can enjoy an early evening stroll through one of the picturesque villages or a quick refreshment before the final journey home.

    Admission ticket free
  • Forth Road Bridge (Pass by)

    Return to Edinburgh crossing over the river Forth.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Small group tour - average group size of 12 passengers
  • Minimum age is 5 years old
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Heart of Scotland Tours Ltd

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Cancellation Policy

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

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