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

Tourist with Scottish umbrella views Urquhart Castle at Loch Ness, Scotland in autumn.
Remote hut amidst lush greenery and mountains in Glencoe, Scotland.
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Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Guided tour

Transfers available

    • From Edinburgh, journey north on a full-day tour to Loch Ness, the Highlands, and Glencoe, crossing the UNESCO Forth Bridge on a luxury AC coach.

    • Drive through Cairngorms National Park, home to the country’s highest mountains, passing Aviemore en route to Inverness, the Highland capital.

    • Explore Loch Ness shores and view Urquhart Castle ruins with plenty of free time. Pass the Commando Memorial with clear views of Ben Nevis.

    • Traverse the dramatic Great Glen and Glencoe, the site of the 1692 Massacre, learning its history from your English-speaking guide, and spotting Skyfall filming locations.

    • On the journey back to Edinburgh, spot iconic locations including Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument.

    • 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

    • Entry to attractions (available for purchase on-site)

    • Food and drink

  • TOTAL DURATION13 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    Timeline
    Map
    Edinburgh
    Start point

    Edinburgh

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    37 min by a/c bus
    23.97 km

    Passes By

    Perthshire

    1. Perthshire

    Travel through Perthshire, stopping at Taste Perthshire to meet the famous Highland cows before continuing into the Cairngorm Mountains.

    44 min by a/c bus
    49.56 km

    Passes By

    Loch Ness

    2. Loch Ness

    60 min
    1 activity
    4 min by a/c bus
    3.37 km

    Passes By

    Commando Memorial

    3. Commando Memorial

    45 min by a/c bus
    42.48 km
    Glencoe

    4. Glencoe

    10 min
    3 hr 3 min by a/c bus
    129.87 km

    Passes By

    Edinburgh
    End point

    Edinburgh

    Get direction

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • What to bring

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

    • Bring suitable clothing for all conditions, including a waterproof jacket, sunglasses and plenty of layers.

    • Ensure you bring shoes suitable for short walks on rough or uneven terrain.

    • 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 3 years.

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

    Additional information

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

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

    • 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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