Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness, Glencoe & Fort William

Experience the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands on a full-day coach tour to south bank of Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the stunning Trossachs National Park. Appreciate the remarkable Commando Commemoration at Spean Extension. Stop for lunch in Fort Augustus and have an optional boat ride.
Group
12 hrs 30 min
Group size up to 30 persons
Mobile ticket
English
What is included in activity
Local Guide
Transport on an air-conditioned midi-coach
No toilet on board
No WIFI
What is not included
Optional activity tickets (available to buy on the day of the tour)
Meals
Tips (optional)
Details

Take a luxury coach with air conditioning and a maximum of 57 seats from Edinburgh. As you pass Stirling Castle, your guide will tell you stories about William Wallace and Robert the Bruce as well as the bloody battles that took place on these lands.

First, get to the town of Callander, which is at the foot of the Trossachs. Drive next through the Trossachs National Park and Loch Lomond. You'll learn about the notorious Highlander Rob Roy MacGregor from your Scottish tour guide. As you travel to Glencoe, a stunning Highland valley, follow in James Bond's (Skyfall) and Harry Potter's (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows) footsteps. Hear the chilling account of the 1692 massacre at Clan MacDonald. Travel through Fort William, the location of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles at 4,409 feet.

Arrive in Fort Augustus, a charming village on the south bank of Loch Ness, where you can have lunch in one of the many cafes, shops, or restaurants. Enjoy a one-hour boat cruise to Loch Ness after strolling along the Caledonian Canal's banks. Make an effort to spot "Nessie," the fabled Loch Ness Monster.

Appreciate the noteworthy Commando Commemoration at Spean Extension with perspectives on the Nevis Reach. Enter the "Monarch of the Glen" region of the Cairngorms National Park. Drive along Loch Laggan before the streets move over the Grampian Mountains. Cross the Drumochter Pass, which connects the Central Highlands' northern and southern regions. Enjoy the grandeur of a mountain pass that was made by glacial activity during successive Ice Ages. Finally, make a brief stop in the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry before returning to the city center of Edinburgh around 8:30 p.m.

Important Information:

  • You will be informed prior to departure if your trip is affected if all tours must meet a minimum number of passengers. You will be offered alternate dates or a full refund if the tour is canceled.
  • For insurance purposes, children must be at least 7 years old to join the tour. You will be required to provide a photographic ID as proof of age.
  • All passengers, regardless of age, must be at least 120 centimeters tall. 
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What places you will see

Loch Ness, Glencoe, Highlands & Ben Nevis

Activity book period
You can book tour up to 6 hours in advance.
Languages in what activity is performed
English
Directions to meet your guide

Deacons' House Cafe

How long your tour will be
12 hrs 30 min
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Magnus D.
Stephen, our authentic Scottish guide, was excellent this day, a long day to be sure! We had him tour us on 6 July 2022, and strongly recommend both him and also this tour. Beautiful scenery, animals, and stops for food during the day. But the dinner stop was too short to actually get food to bring not he bus. Be advised however u r going to go 1.5-as much as 2 hrs between bus stops and bathroom breaks, as there is no toilet on board the buses.
11 days ago
Caleb F.
This day trip absolutely fantastic! Our tour guide Scott was great, his stories were funny and informative and his music taste exquisite! It was a looong day spent in a bus, but the scenery behind the window was breathtaking. The stops we made were great and the views just gorgeous:) I also took the Loch Ness cruise, which was also fun! As a solo traveler 10/10 would recommend:)
18 days ago
Colby H.
It’s amazing tour Steve was great, he is funny and also he’s a good driver, he told great stories during the trip and played music a long the way, he’s makes the tour very entertaining and not boaring. The scenery was spectacular even though the weather was cloudy. It’s perfect tour to see Scotland nature
19 days ago
Jaxon P.
I had the most amazing time on this trip. I would recommend it to everyone. The best thing is that I had a driver named Ryan, who had amazing knowledge and provided 12.5 hours of pure energy and entertainment. Things to keep in mind, you will need cash for the boat ride (for me it was £16.50 for an adult, I think it was £11 for a child). You have plenty of time in the coach to relax and listen to the history of Scotland. I would definitely recommend bringing snacks and a mini picnic in case you get hungry, but I assure you there are plenty of places to get food in Loch Ness. There were plenty of stops to go to the toilet as well and the driver was very accommodating. Thank you Ryan for an amazing trip to the Highlands.
19 days ago
Robyn C.
This was the best trip of our 4 day stay in Edinburgh. Big shout out to Bryan Smith from The Hairy Coo. He was really funny and gave a really good commentary about Scottish history, which I liked. He made the trip very enjoyable, even getting the whole coach to sing. Big thank you from your London family including Moose, your wingman!!
20 days ago
Hamish C.
A quick day trip into the highlands to get a taste of the region. Definitely worth the time and money. Our driver/guide Stephen was entertaining and friendly. He clearly loves his job and enjoys what he does. The bus is fairly small and not very comfortable for such a long day, but it’s ok. There are no washrooms on board but our driver made plenty of stops to accommodate us. There are no foot rests or USB chargers on the bus so be prepared as it is a long day with lots of time spent on the bus.
21 days ago
Skye W.
it was a memorable trip. Our driver John was energetic and friendly and he provided so much information which kept us awake whole tour. loved every moment of this. In future, i would just like to add that some rocking music needs to be played inside bus which prompts tourists to dance on groovy numbers.
28 days ago
Zak R.
It was a long tour but with plenty of stopping (about every 2h on average). Scott was very energetic and had a lot of info to share. Great driver. Music playlist was great (please, share!). Phone chargers on the bus were not working. Glen Coe definitely worths a separate visit. Overall, it was great to get a glimpse of different parts of Scotland, including the Loch Ness.
about 1 month ago
Jasmine M.
Such a fun and entertaining day exploring the Scottish Highlands. Ryan was our guide and he was a blast. Playing great local music and telling stories of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. The scenery is spectacular and the trip on Loch Ness a highlight. Would definitely recommend!
about 1 month ago
Murray S.
If you are have limited time in Edinburgh, don't want to trouble yourself with driving and love to hear stories about the highlands, then this is it! With no doubt, Steve is a wonderful person who have tons of knowledge and histories to share with you. Also, he's very funny, very Scottish, he said, I quote "know how to speak Gaelic". He also can point to you which shops sell the best chippy and bread! The only reason I wouldn't recommend this trip is if you have motion sickness because highlands can be a little snake pass. But hey! That's a thrill for some others ;)
about 1 month ago
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Starting point of the tour
Meet outside Deacons' House Cafe. The tour will not wait for latecomers under any circumstances and there will be no refunds for missed tours. It is vitally important that if you are arriving at the departure point by taxi or local bus that you leave enough time to get there.