Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 42 reviews
from
£68.12
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Why you’ll love this…
  • Enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience in the Scottish Highlands
  • See some amazing iconic sites like Loch Ness and Glencoe
  • Explore the Scottish wilderness with local guides
  • Hop on a bus and discover Northern Scotland from Edinburgh
What to expect

Have you ever wanted to visit the famous Scottish Highlands? Are you fascinated by the mystical folklore, the wild scenery and the incredible history? This day tour from Edinburgh takes you to some of the most beautiful sites in the Scottish Highlands including Loch Ness and Glencoe.

Start your day off passing by the imposing Stirling Castle before stopping at Kilmahog to check out the famous Highland cattle. Then, you'll head over the dramatic landscape of Rannoch Moor and the Black Mount to Glencoe, one of Scotland's most famous glens. Here, you can soak up the atmosphere of this haunting glen. There'll be a stop in the Fort William and at the beautiful Great Glen before going onto Fort Augustus where you'll admire some spectacular views of Loch Ness as you stroll along the shoreline towards Urquhart Castle. Spend the afternoon hunting for Nessie at the loch and learning all about its fascinating history.

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What's included
  • check Knowledgeable driver/guide
  • check Luxury, modern, air-conditioned coach
  • check Digital translations
What's not included
  • x_not_included Entrance to attractions such as Urquhart Castle and the 5 star "Loch Ness by Jacobite" cruise
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where

Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, UK

Meeting point:
Outside the NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace Car Park.
What to remember
  • Digital translations of the tours are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Russian, Italian and Chinese
  • Only foldable wheelchairs can be accommodated on this tour; if you are bringing a wheelchair, please notify the tour operator before departure via the contact number on your voucher
  • Children under 4 years old cannot participate in this tour
  • Please bring warm and/or waterproof clothing, wear comfortable walking shoes and take sun-block or a hat for sunny days
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Provider
Timberbush Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 42 reviews from verified customers

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Review categories

Staff

3.6/5

Safety

3.6/5

Service

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Value for money

3.9/5

  • Jonny

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Great

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Zusätzliche Buchungen für bootstour als vorausbuchung wären sinnvoll. Ticketkauf auf bustour nur gegen Bargeld möglich

  • Petra S.

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Die Beschreibung der Tour entspricht nicht der tatsächlichen Tour. Dies sollte unbedingt verbessert werden. Per Mail bekam ich bereits die Antwort das ...

  • Heike

    From Germany - May 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    Wir hatten den Ausflug gebucht, weil es eine digitale Übersetzung in Deutsch geben sollte. Die bestand aber nur aus 4 Seiten Beschreibung wie sie auch ...

  • Xela

    From United States of America - April 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The driver and guide, Brain, told many interesting historical stories about the Highlands and the places we visited with typical Scottish humor. In a ...

  • Anonymous

    From Germany - April 2025

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Man sitzt doch eher den ganzen Tag im Bus, als dass man die Highlands wirklich erlebt. Ja, die Landschaft ist sehr beeindruckend, aber bis auf Instagr ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - April 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    My wife and I booked the Highlands and Loch Ness tour. There is so much more to this tour than advertised. The guide, Shafiq was very professional and ...

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