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Loch Ness Tour: Explore the Scottish Highlands
Embark on a private Loch Ness tour from Edinburgh and immerse yourself in the beauty of Scotland. Marvel at majestic mountain views, visit Fort Augustus, and explore the picturesque town of Pitlochry.
Embark on a private Loch Ness tour from Edinburgh and immerse yourself in the beauty of Scotland. Marvel at majestic mountain views, visit Fort Augustus, and explore the picturesque town of Pitlochry.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Rannoch Moor - A haven for wildlife, this remote expanse of approximately 50 square miles is truly breathtaking. Experience stunning views as we traverse this otherworldly landscape.
- Glencoe - The majestic mountains of Glencoe are awe-inspiring. However, behind the beauty lies a tragic history. The Massacre of Glencoe in 1692 is remembered as…
- Rannoch Moor - A haven for wildlife, this remote expanse of approximately 50 square miles is truly breathtaking. Experience stunning views as we traverse this otherworldly landscape.
- Glencoe - The majestic mountains of Glencoe are awe-inspiring. However, behind the beauty lies a tragic history. The Massacre of Glencoe in 1692 is remembered as one of the most treacherous acts in Scottish history. The combination of its beauty and history creates a unique atmosphere.
- Great Glen Way - Spanning 62 miles, this glen stretches from Fort William to Inverness, following a geological fault.
- Caledonian Canal - Extending the length of the Great Glen, the Caledonian Canal is an impressive engineering marvel. It features Neptune’s Staircase, the longest staircase lock in the UK. We will stop at Fort Augustus, where the canal intersects and meets the shores of Loch Ness. It’s an excellent spot for lunch with fantastic views of the loch.
- Fort Augustus - Located on the shores of Loch Ness, Fort Augustus is a perfect lunch stop with stunning views of the loch.
- Loch Ness - At 23 miles long, this is the largest body of water by volume in Great Britain, offering plenty of space for mysterious creatures to hide. Make sure to capture lots of photos of this spectacular location.
- Pitlochry - This predominantly Victorian town has long been a favorite tourist destination. You’ll understand why as you stroll down its charming high street.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Experienced Kilt-wearing guide
- All fees and/or taxes
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Experienced Kilt-wearing guide
- All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Set off on an adventure through the Highlands with this one-day tour, where you can visit Scotland’s renowned Loch Ness and possibly catch a glimpse of Nessie!
As you journey through Scotland, your guide will lead you through the Great Glen and the stunning vistas of Rannoch Moor, offering insights into Scotland’s rich history.
Discover Fort Augustus and…
Set off on an adventure through the Highlands with this one-day tour, where you can visit Scotland’s renowned Loch Ness and possibly catch a glimpse of Nessie!
As you journey through Scotland, your guide will lead you through the Great Glen and the stunning vistas of Rannoch Moor, offering insights into Scotland’s rich history.
Discover Fort Augustus and admire the Caledonian Canal before reaching your second-to-last stop at Pitlochry.
Allow us to simplify your travel experience by avoiding rigid schedules and crowded buses. Sit back, unwind, and enjoy a private tour crafted just for you and your group, featuring:
• A Private Day Tour customized to your desires.
• An Expert Local Guide with years of expertise.
• A Convenient Door-to-Door Service from your hotel or accommodation.
• Travel in Style and Comfort in a luxurious Mercedes-Benz V-Class Minivan.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Meganme6899dd
Aug 27, 2024
Loch Ness day tour - 10/10 fantastic. Fraser was the best tour guide we have ever met. He was knowledgeable and told great interesting stories. He knew just when to stop and let us get more coffee! Highly recommended and hope to use this tour group again.
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Rabiatm2017
Jun 4, 2024
A perfect lochness tour - We were a group of 7 and we had one of the most memorable trips with Michael. He was punctual, polite and helpful. He addressed all our requests and questions. It was a 12 hour tour, it's amazing to see how Micheal managed to do everything so perfectly. We saw breathtaking views, scenic towns and some gorgeous highland cattle and deers along the way. We will definitely look forward to have another trip booked soon. Thank you Hopscotch for everything!
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Paradise04772478649
May 2, 2024
Absolutely worth it! Treat yourself - We decided last minute to change from a group tour to a private tour. With a bit of google and online forum searching, we found Hopscotch. It can be scary to spend money for a private tour in another country and just hope it turns out okay. From the start, I was so impressed with Hopscotch. Their communication was so fast, friendly, and thorough. I wish all companies operated with such efficiency. We ended up scheduling two day tours out of Edinburgh. Loch Ness area with Fraser, and Sterling/Fife with Michael. Both trips were expertly tailored to our needs. The guides showed up on time, so polite, knowledgeable, accommodating, and friendly. I can’t say enough good things about how our tours went and how wonderful the guides were. Just so special. No regrets and would highly recommend and do again.
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Goplaces10375060075
Apr 28, 2024
To do! - Awesome!!! Incredible landscapes!! Time to enjoy each must-see place! We were amazed
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Christywy1281ea
Sep 22, 2023
Scotland 💚 - I cannot say enough about these tours and our guide Michael. He was very knowledgeable, prompt, and knew a ton of fun Scottish trivia and information. He made the entire trip even more enjoyable because of his personality and engagement. He showed us so much more than Loch Ness during our trip and I highly recommend this company. Thank you Michael for the most amazing time!!!
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Zeeshan
Jul 5, 2023
Easily the tour, which creates memories to remember for life. - Every penny worth, and Barney is easily one of the top-notch guides of Edinburgh. Posseses a wealth of knowledge and made our journey an experience to remember. On another note, if you want to understand Edinburgh and Scotland, then you must drive through it to appreciate the true elegance and beauty of the country itself. Overall 10 on 10.
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Curious31708580152
Jun 19, 2023
A wonderful experience - Our trip with Michael was wonderful! I can't recommend him enough, he is kind, patient and has an amazing knowledge of not only Scottish history, but any topic we were interested in. He guided us through the beautiful Highlands to Loch Ness, even spontaneously stopping at a whisky distillery because my father really wanted to visit one. Even though he just found out that morning, he also got us back to Edinburgh earlier than planned because we had a show that evening that we really wanted to attend. All in all it was a lovely trip, a perfect combination between nature, history and culture. Thank you so much and hope to see you one day again!
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J8741fjmichaelm
Jun 1, 2023
Exceptional Experience - We spent 3 days touring the Scottish Highlands with Michael and were absolutely delighted with the entire trip. Michael is professional, courteous and very knowledgeable, advising us on our options for places which would be interesting and beautiful. We wouldn't have found 1/10 th of the places that Michael knew about and expertly took us to. He is an expert driver and we were transported in complete comfort. Our daily itineraries were diverse and very rewarding, ranging from light hikes to walking tours of local villages, a stop at a Whiskey distillery and more. We really couldn't be more pleased with our experience and highly recommend Michael and Hop Scoth to anyone looking to experience Scotland in an immersive and totally entertaining way.
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Dkintx
Mar 25, 2023
Customized touring at it's best!! - Since this was our first trip to Scotland, one of the places we really wanted to see was Loch Ness (and perhaps Nessie!). We had booked a small group tour to Loch Ness previously, but the tour was cancelled 2 days before we left home, so we booked Hopscotch Travel, hoping for a more personalized experience.
This tour was everything we had hoped for and more! Michael was the best tour guide! He was wonderfully friendly and informative. Michael's telling of the history of his homeland made us appreciate the beauty of Scotland, it's long history and it's people.
We were impressed that Michael customized our tour experience based on what sights we had already visited during our trip. He didn't want to duplicate what others tours had done, which we greatly appreciated! Michael was always there to assist taking photos and giving us background information on all the places we visited. He managed the time well, and although we covered a lot of miles, we didn't feel rushed in the least.
It was a beautiful day! Thank you so much, Michael, and Hopscotch!!
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Amitava_m
May 26, 2023
Memorable tour to Scottish Highlands - We had very good experience and Barney our guide was fantastic with all the Scottish history and was a perfect gentleman
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