Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

Name: Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands
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4.9(6290)12 hr 30 minEnglishEdinburgh, United Kingdom

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Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour.

Leaving from Edinburgh, we head northwest passing famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palace: birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, the mystical Kelpies, and the dramatically perched Stirling Castle.

Continuing north we arrive in Glencoe for some photos of the dramatic ridges called the Three Sisters.

We stop in the Fort William area for lunch before heading into the natural beauty of the Great Glen as we pass Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis.

Heading further into the highlands we arrive in the small picturesque village of Fort Augustus - you can choose to take part in an optional boat cruise here.

The road home will be time to relax and take in the Highland scenery. Final refreshment stop is at the historic town of Pitlochry before continuing the journey home over the Firth of Forth alongside UNESCO Forth Rail Bridge enroute back into Edinburgh.

Included

Regular stops for photos and rest breaks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Services of an English-speaking driver guide

Not included

Food and drink
Individual hotel / multi-point pick-ups and drop-offs
Children under the age of 5 are not permitted. Bring ID (passport or birth certificate) to prove age
Admission fee

What you'll do

Callander
Callander, United Kingdom
Our first stop for refreshments and a comfort break is Callander, where you will have a chance to grab a snack and stretch your legs. If you're lucky enough, you may have the chance to meet the Highland Cows (season dependant).
30 min
Loch Tulla Viewpoint
A82, Bridge of Orchy, United Kingdom
We make a brief stop in this scenic location to take in the views across Loch Tulla and Glen Orchy
10 min
Glencoe
Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom
The site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonald Clan, Glencoe is one of Scotland’s most famous glens. Here you will hop off for a photo opportunity with the dramatic northern ridges known as the Three Sisters
10 min
Fort William
Fort William, United Kingdom
Nearing the half way point on our tour we stop off in the Fort William area for lunch.
1 hour
Commando Monument
Spean Bridge, Spean Bridge, United Kingdom
Another opportunity for photos as we stop on the outskirts of Spean Bridge at the Commando memorial. Unrivalled views down towards Fort William and the UK's highest mountain Ben Nevis. Depending on timings, this stop may be subject to change
10 min
Fort Augustus
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
A chance to grab some lunch and take part in an optional Loch Ness Boat cruise. For those not on the cruise, we have over an hour here which is plenty time to grab a coffee and have a wander around.
2 hours
Pitlochry
Pitlochry, United Kingdom
Stopping in the Victorian resort town of Pitlochry for a chance to stretch the legs and grab some light refreshments before the final leg of the journey home
30 min

Meeting and pickup

7 locations

Pickup details

Meet the driver/guide at Charlotte Square* for check in at 7:30am for a sharp 7:45am departure.

*The bus stop outside the West Register House (17 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DJ) is the exact location of departure.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is added to the total duration.
If you suffer from travel sickness, we advise bringing medication or supplements.

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