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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Day Trip

Sunrise over rolling hills and lochs in the Scottish Highlands.
Glencoe valley with sunlit mountains and a winding river in Scotland.
Fort William landscape with Ben Nevis and Loch Linnhe in the background.
Urquhart Castle ruins by Loch Ness with a boat on the water.

Duration

12 hr 30 min

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Guided tour

Transfers available

    • Go on a full-day guided coach tour from Edinburgh, travelling in a luxury air-conditioned coach for a comfortable journey.

    • Your expert English-speaking driver-guide shares fascinating stories of the Highlands, from the Glencoe massacre to the Loch Ness Monster.

    • Marvel at the dramatic landscapes of Glencoe, the Great Glen, and Ben Nevis, and see the historic ruins of Urquhart Castle overlooking Loch Ness.

    • Visit the Clansman Hotel for a whisky dram (at your expense) or a stroll on the Old Coffin Road. Then, hunt for Nessie in the mysterious Loch Ness!

    • Upgrade for a 1-hour loch cruise or a 30-min cruise plus Urquhart Castle entry for the ultimate view of these iconic ruins.

    • Full-day trip to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands

    • Round-trip luxury AC coach transfers from Edinburgh

    • Free time at Loch Ness

    • Expert English-speaking driver-guide

    • Digital translation in French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian & Chinese (Mandarin)

    Additional paid upgrades:

    • 30-min or 1-hour Loch Ness cruise (as per option selected)

    • 40 mins at Urquhart Castle

    • Food and drink
  • TOTAL DURATION12 hours 30 minutes - 13 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    Timeline
    Map
    Edinburgh
    Start point

    Edinburgh

    Get direction
    73 min by a/c bus
    86 km
    Callander

    1. Callander

    30 min

    Things to do

    1 hr 38 min by a/c bus
    105 km
    Glencoe

    2. Glencoe

    10 min
    29 min by a/c bus
    26 km

    Passes By

    Loch Ness

    3. Loch Ness

    60 min
    1 activity

    Things to do

    42 min by a/c bus
    44.5 km
    Urquhart Castle

    4. Urquhart Castle

    Tickets included (based on selection)
    40 min
    2 hr 9 min by a/c bus
    167 km
    Pitlochry

    5. Pitlochry

    30 min

    Things to do

    1 hr 39 min by a/c bus
    114 km
    Edinburgh
    End point

    Edinburgh

    Get direction

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 331 reviews

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    Guests from France, Germany, India and over 18 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Kasselouri E

    Group
    Verified booking
    Mar 2026
    Great tour, punctuality at it's finest, a nice comfortable coach!

    Jayanta B

    Family
    Verified booking
    Dec 2025
    Our Christmas holidays in Edinburgh and London were unforgettable, thanks to Headout's seamless booking platform. We booked a combo tour to Glencoe, Loch Ness, and Edinburgh Dungeon for Dec 22-23 at competitive prices. The app's clear information and straightforward cancellation policy made planning stress-free. Headout transformed our trip with its user-friendly interface and great value. Highly recommend for hassle-free travel bookings!

    J.d B

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Nov 2025
    Anibail, it was an amazing trip!

    Nelson C

    Solo
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago

    Marine F

    Family
    Verified booking
    Apr 2026
  • What to bring

    • Bring local currency for attraction tickets, cruises, meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

    • Bring warm and/or waterproof clothing, wear comfortable walking shoes and take sun-block or a hat for sunny days.

    • Bring a cold, packed lunch with you to make the most of your time at each stop.

    • Although most attractions & eating establishments accept card payments, we recommend bringing cash with you.

    What’s not allowed

    • Safety is a priority, so this experience is restricted to guests under the age of 5 years.

    • Hot food & beverages are not allowed on this experience.

    • Please limit your luggage to 1 x small/medium piece per person (no more than 15kg), along with 1 x small handbag or daypack.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • Boarding points may vary for the tours. Please check your ticket voucher carefully.

    • Children aged between 5 and 15 years are eligible for the concessionary rate.

    • Check-in opens 30 minutes prior to the stated departure time and closes 5 minutes prior to the stated departure time. Arrive as close to 7:30am as possible to allow enough time to be seated.

    • At times, the tour may run in reverse depending on conditions.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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