Loch Ness and Highlands Day Tour Including Cruise from Edinburgh | 12 hours

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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Small-Group Day Trip from Edinburgh
2 Adults x $113.81
$227.62
Approx Total
$227.62

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
  • Admission Fee - includes 50 minute cruise on Loch Ness
  • The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
  • The chance to see "Nessie", the Loch Ness monster
  • Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
  • Admission Fees unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drinks

Overview

*Includes a 50 minute cruise on Loch Ness in the tour price. Explore Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands on this 12-hour tour from Edinburgh. Depart from Edinburgh on a luxury mini-coach and travel out into the Scottish Highlands to Glencoe with your guide. Stop at Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness at marvel at the spectacular scenery, then continue on to explore the Cairngorms National Park. Admire the majestic mountain of Craig Meagaidh and continue through the Drummochter mountain pass to visit the Victorian town of Pitlochry. Group size limited to 16 to ensure a personalised experience.

Itinerary

  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

    Your driver-guide takes you to their favourite stop within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park where you can grab coffee and enjoy the views.

    30 minutes

  • Glencoe Mountain

    Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.

    15 minutes

  • Fort Augustus

    Fort Augustus boasts the Caledonian Canal, which is a great spot to relax and watch the boats sail by into Loch Ness. You have around one hour and a half here. You can search for the infamous monster on a relaxing boat cruise, wander around the shores of the loch at your own pace, and grab a bite to eat.

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • N/A

    Included in the tour - 50 minute cruise around Loch Ness

    50 minutes

  • Cairngorms National Park (Pass By)

    Your journey south is packed full of classic Highland scenery. You travel through the curvy Cairngorms National Park, along Loch Laggan, and past Blair Castle.

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Check-in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. This tour will depart from Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Check-in will close at 07:30 (tour will depart at 07:45).
  • Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
  • In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
  • We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
  • Loch Ness cruise – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
  • Please note, this tour returns to Edinburgh around 20:00 PM
  • *The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice.
  • **This route may be reversed on some occasions.

Free Cancellation

April 28100% refund
April 29No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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5657 reviews

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  • 3 stars
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  • 2 stars
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

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Fantastic way to see Scotland in a day

Published on Mar, 2025

Absolutely amazing one day trip! We were able to see so many things so it was very efficient as well. Barbra was an amazing driver and guide and was extremely knowledgeable

Fantastic way to see Scotland in a day

Published on Mar, 2025

Absolutely amazing one day trip! We were able to see so many things so it was very efficient as well. Barbra was an amazing driver and guide and was extremely knowledgeable

Loch Ness

Published on Mar, 2025

Great time with Jamie. He was super knowledgeable and picked great music to fit the theme of the day! Exhausted here as I’m sure he is long day. He never lost hisbb cb patience or smile!

Loch Ness

Published on Mar, 2025

Great time with Jamie. He was super knowledgeable and picked great music to fit the theme of the day! Exhausted here as I’m sure he is long day. He never lost hisbb cb patience or smile!

Loch Ness Tour

Published on Mar, 2025

The experience me and my partner had yesterday on the tour was outstanding! Bruce was a phenomenal tour guide. He really engaged with us all and was very knowledgeable! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Edinburgh.

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