Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Edinburgh: A Journey through Scotland's Heart
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South Queensferry
Embark on a private tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands from Edinburgh. Discover the stunning beauty of Scotland's heart, with awe-inspiring landscapes, rich history, and captivating folklore.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Forth Road Bridge - The Forth Road Bridge is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site that joins the historic settlements of North and South Queensferry. The oldest bridge dates back to 1890 and is an iconic symbol of Scotland’s 19th century bold engineering.
  • Pitlochry - Pitlochry is a delightful Scottish Perthshire Town, making it an ideal stop for refreshments and bathroom facilities.
  • Dalwhinnie Distillery - Dalwhinnie Distillery, famous for its single malt, is the highest distillery in Scotland at over 1000 feet above sea level.
  • Commando Monument - The Commando Monument is a large three-figure bronze statue commemorating the service and sacrifice given by thousands of Allied troops during the Second World War, with Ben Nevis looming in the background.
  • Loch Ness View Point - Arriving in Fort Augustus just after midday, it will give you time to explore the town, including the famous ‘Neptune’s staircase’, which is a series of locks that lower or raise boats from one altitude to another. Fort Augustus has many quaint little cafes for lunch.

Loch Ness is renowned worldwide for its incredible beauty, and of course the legendary Loch Ness Monster.

There is an optional cruise of the loch with a 1pm sailing. (Cruise price starts from

  • Fort William - Rising above all other mountains in the UK, Ben Nevis is the tallest, and overshadows Fort William. We will take you to a vantage point where you will be able to take in the scenery and take in those captivating photos.
  • Glencoe Visitor Centre - Time permitting, we will stop over at Glencoe Visitors Centre, which contains a host of information on this famous valley’s geology, history and wildlife. The highlight of the centre is a reconstruction of a traditional 18th century Turf and Creel house from the Glencoe Valley, which you can enter to experience how the inhabitants of the valley lived 300 years ago.
  • The Three Sisters - The Three Sisters of Glencoe - the most photographed place in Scotland - are three mountain peaks formed 420 million years ago by a super volcano, and the valley below carved by glaciers over millions of years.

There is a hidden glen behind it that was used by the MacDonald clan to hide cattle stolen from their neighbours.

  • Rannoch Moor - Rannoch moor is often referred to as the most desolate place in the UK, due to being the largest bog expanse in the British isles. It was also used as the setting for the filming of scenes of two Harry Potter movies.
  • Kilmahog - Breaking up the journey home, we will make a brief stop to hand feed the Highland Hairy ‘Coos’ at Callander Woolen Mill.
  • Loch Tulla Viewpoint - This viewpoint encompasses everything that The Highlands have to offer, from rising mountains to lochs and pine forests.
  • Doune Castle - Doune Castle is an important Scottish historic castle, which was also a filming location for popular TV and cinema pictures, such as Outlander, Game of Thrones, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
  • Stirling Castle - One of the most important and largest castles in Scottish history, Stirling Castle sits on top of a hill of volcanic rock above the town of Stirling.
  • The Kelpies & The Helix - The Kelpies are the largest equine statues in the world, and were commissioned not only as a homage to the horses used in the Scottish coal mines, but also as a representation of the mythical Kelpies from Scottish fairy folklore.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Loch Ness Cruise admission
Additional Information

Embark on an enchanting expedition across Scotland’s core with our tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands, a day replete with stunning natural splendors, rich heritage and folklore. Experience the awe-inspiring allure of Loch Ness, with its ominous waters mirroring the encompassing natural landscape. Be amazed on our drive through the dramatic scenery of Glencoe, where lofty mountains and rapidly flowing waterfalls paint a scenic panorama. Immerse in the enthralling history, culture and wildlife of the Highlands, as we explore and pass by numerous iconic landmarks, from the UNESCO recognized Forth Road Bridge to Stirling Castle, from quaint tiny towns like Pitlochry to the stark landscape of Rannoch Moor. We wish for this to be your most unforgettable Scottish experience at its finest.

  • Travel time is included on the total tour duration
  • Uk cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults
Location
Forth Road Bridge
Cancellation Policy

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

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Rory_j
Mar 30, 2024
One day highland adventure - TAIMUR did a great job driving us through a whole day of windy high country roads. He provides history and advice on how to best enjoy the countryside.
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K6127nvjohns
Oct 26, 2023
Long tour but well worth it! - We chose this itinerary as part of a 2 day tour the owner Martin organised for us. It was a long, but pretty incredible day. The Loch Ness cruise was something we had been looking to for a long time. The only complaint is that we didn't see Nessie... Then Glencoe was an awe-inspiring place, learning about the McDonalds and the place, surrounded by the mountains and waterfalls. Unique.
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Brad_b
May 14, 2024
Good Sights, Lacking History and Information - We enjoyed seeing all of the sights, but the driver must be educated on the history, dates, and important facts about each different stop. The driver should be your guide and information source.
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