Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh
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Level up your Scotland adventure with the Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands day tour from Edinburgh. This isn’t just a day trip; it’s your gateway to the magical landscapes and legends that make Scotland so enchanting. Imagine winding through mist-covered mountains, lush valleys, and historic sites that seem to have sprung straight from the pages of a storybook.
The entire activity lasts around 12 hours and is a great addition to any travel itinerary in Edinburgh. Previous travelers have rated this trip & excursion an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,584 reviews.
The Scottish Highlands is a region where history and nature come together in a truly captivating way. Throughout this day trip, you'll encounter lush wooded lochs, picturesque villages, and stunning views. You’ll also pass by historic sites like Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and Linlithgow Palace, where Mary Queen of Scots was born.
This tour also includes visits to the hauntingly beautiful Glencoe and Fort Augustus, all leading to an exciting boat tour in search of the Loch Ness Monster within the picturesque Cairngorms National Park. Afterward, you can purchase lunch (own expense) as you continue your adventure through the picturesque Spean Bridge village. Along the way, you'll be treated to views of Loch Laggan and the rugged mountains, including Craig Meagaidh, famously featured in the TV series 'Monarch of the Glen.’
Lastly, visit Pitlochry, a charming town with old-fashioned buildings along the River Tummel, where you can take a leisurely walk and enjoy the lovely scenery. Your journey will also lead you through the wild and stunning landscapes of Rannoch Moor, a vast and picturesque area that stretches as far as the eye can see.
Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 1 language: English, welcoming English speakers of all levels.
The starting point for this full-day tour is located in Edinburgh. The exact address is 23-27 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BG, UK. The endpoint of the tour is located at 23-27 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BG, UK.
Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 10 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.
The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Don’t let this epic adventure slip through your fingers—secure your spot on the Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands day tour from Edinburgh today! Book your dates now, and get ready to immerse yourself in the wild beauty and captivating legends of Scotland. Your next great story is just a click away!
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NorthStar13630504734
The tour was very nicely conducted. Our driver-cum-guide for the tour Danny shown a real dedication to tell us the history of Scotland thoughtout the tour. Fortunately, the weather was unexpectedly good (no rain for the whole day in Scotland! Can you imagine?). The coach was very nice with on-board toilet which made our trip more convenient especially while traveling with kids.
All in all a great experience of Scottish Highland.
Daydream07341792167
The journey was amazing, the views beautiful and Dany, was an amazing bus driver and tour guide
Highly recommend for lover’s nature
Misstanya89
Ian is an amazing tour guide! Highly recommend! 😃 I got my money’s worth and more!
Thanks for the tour and for entertaining us!
XLouisex123
Today, we had an incredible tour experience!
As part of our itinerary for my Nan’s birthday trip to Edinburgh, I had booked this tour, and it did not disappoint. Our guide, Danny, was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and full of great insights that made the trip even more enjoyable.
The tour started with a bit of rainy, cloudy weather, but by around 11 AM, the skies cleared, and we were treated to breathtaking views of the mountains and surrounding landscapes. The coach ride itself was an adventure—at times, it felt like a roller coaster due to the winding roads—but it only added to the excitement!
Danny made sure we stopped at plenty of scenic locations, including a few unplanned ones so we wouldn’t miss out on the stunning reflections on the lochs. The water was so still that the trees mirrored perfectly—such a beautiful sight.
One of the highlights was the optional boat cruise (£20 per adult, £13 per child). I’m so glad we did it because it was absolutely worth it! Though it was just water and trees stretching for miles, the scenery was breathtaking. We even spotted some wildlife, including goats and (I think) an eagle!
After the cruise, we grabbed a bite to eat and a hot drink from a local café, which closed at 2:30 PM. Then, we continued our journey with several more stops in the afternoon, each offering stunning views.
One of my favorite moments was visiting the Highland cows—such beautiful animals! We also saw some red deer, and I was amazed by how massive they were in person.
Before heading back, we stopped at the Scottish Corner, where Danny recommended trying single malt whisky ice cream. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it was surprisingly strong and absolutely delicious!
Overall, this tour was an unforgettable experience, filled with breathtaking scenery, amazing wildlife, and great company. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Scotland and make sure Danny is your tour guide!
(If your able to)
Make sure to leave Danny a tip, bless him, he looked absolutely knackered and even offered to stop off to closer locations for people to get home safely!
Travel25939914049
Truly magical, highly recommended, the day was breath taking, the views were spectacular it was breathtaking, loved every minute of it
Midu76
Truly Magical, Danny our driver made this trip a memorable one, his knowledge, kindness, his sense of humour really made the trip one of the best days I have had in Edinburgh, we bought our mum/ Nan to Edinburgh for her birthday as it’s something she thought she would never get to do and she has had the most magical time and Danny really made it extra special- thank you so much for being our driver and a fun day
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209rohitd
Excellent day trip with driver Danny. He has got so much of knowledge and honesty towards his Job. Would definitely recommend to fellow passengers.
kikk2025
Good time managent good guide spirit good weather good day worth every £ for the tour fee and more than deserve tips would like to come back for harry potter stream train tour if i Have time
Trail55895530663
I was a great experience and the driver and host danny well explained about the sightseeing.
Must do from edinburgh.
It is 1 day experience I would suggest to take the loch ness cruize also.
Compass27180560366
Danny was a great bus driver and a host. He was very informative, he talked almost half the way up. It was a great experience. I highly recommend the boat ride in loch Ness.
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