Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

4.9(239)12 hFree cancellationBy Discover Scotland Tours

About this activity

Departing Edinburgh, travel north into Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with a relaxed morning refreshment stop in the Highland town of Callander.

The journey continues through Rannoch Moor, one of Scotland’s most remote landscapes, before stopping in Glencoe to admire its dramatic scenery and learn about the events that shaped this iconic glen.

Travelling through Fort William, there is an opportunity to view Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain, from the minibus on clear days, before following the Great Glen to Fort Augustus, at the southern end of Loch Ness.

This is the main stop of the day, allowing time for lunch, exploring the village, watching boats pass through the Caledonian Canal locks, or joining an optional Loch Ness cruise (available on the day, payable locally).

The return journey travels through the Highlands and Perthshire, with an evening refreshment stop before arriving back in Edinburgh, with views of the Forth Bridge on the approach.

What's included

✓Small-group tour with a maximum of 16 travellers
✓Comfortable air-conditioned mini-coach transport
✓Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide

Not included

✕Food and Refreshments
✕Optional Loch Ness cruise (available on the day, payable locally)
✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Our tour departs from Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh (opposite Howie's Restaurant). what3words:///decay.laws.likes. Check in closes at 07:30am as the tour will depart at 07:45am sharp. IMPORTANT: There are 2 Howie's in Edinburgh, we depart from Waterloo Place only.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We cannot accommodate children under the age of 5
Maximum of 16 travellers
Our tour departs from Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh (opposite Howie's Restaurant). what3words:///decay.laws.likes. Check in closes at 07:30am as the tour will depart at 07:45am sharp. IMPORTANT: There are 2 Howie's in Edinburgh, we depart from Waterloo Place only.

Cancellation policy

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

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