Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Private Day Tour From Edinburgh

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About this activity

Journey to the north and into the mountainous highland region of Scotland. Explore some of Scotland’s best scenery and delve deep in the history. Learn about the Scottish clans, folklore and legend that abounds in the hills. See world-famous sights and stop at dramatic locations along the route.

Travel across empty landscape of Rannoch Moor, the dramatic scenery of Glencoe and the rugged highland scenery of The Great Glen. View the imposing Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness and maybe even spot the Loch Ness Monster!

Stop at the picturesque village at Fort Augustus for lunch and a stroll along the Caledonian canal.

This 12 hour tour includes quite a lot of travelling but is a very rewarding day, seeing a lot of Scotland if you are time-limited. Please note that this tour doesn't run in December or January because of limited daylight hours.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Experienced Tours

Ages: Adults (0–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Linlithgow Palace

Passing by

Palace built by James I of Scotland, Birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots
The Kelpies & The Helix

Passing by

Impressive modern art installation depicting two mythological kelpies.
Stirling Castle

Passing by

Historic Royal Castle standing high above the valley floor. Stirling is the medieval capital city of Scotland.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

30 min

Area of outstanding natural beauty. Optional comfort stop and coffee break at a local independent cafe.
Loch Tulla Viewpoint

10 min

Beautiful view over Rannoch Moor, one of the remotest parts of the highlands.
The Three Sisters

10 min

Stop in Glencoe to take in the impressive scenery and learn about the troubled history of this region and the Massacre of Glencoe.
Commando Monument

10 min

Stop at the Commando Memorial to learn the history of the military training in this area. Impressive views to the Nevis Range and Ben Nevis, the tallest mountain in the Uk.
Fort Augustus

one hour

Stop at this picturesque canal-side village at the foot of Loch Ness. Lunch in one of the local eateries and a walk along the canal to the Loch.
Urquhart Castle

45 min Admission not included

Ruined castle on the banks of Loch Ness. A long and interesting history dating back to 500AD. Optional tour inside the castle (chargeable) or from viewpoint.
Inverness

Passing by

Drive through 'The Capital of the Highlands' and see Inverness castle standing above the River Ness.
Dunkeld

20 min

Comfort and refreshment stop at Dunkeld in highland Perthshire.
Queensferry Crossing

Passing by

Drive across the iconic Queensferry Crossing with Forth Road Bridge and Railway Bridge spanning the river Forth.