2 Day Loch Ness, Glencoe, Glenfinnan Viaduct & St Andrews Tour

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Summary

Starts
Deacon's House Cafe
Duration
20 hours 35 minutes
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Enhance your travel experience with this 2 Day Loch Ness, Glencoe, Glenfinnan Viaduct & St Andrews Tour. Embark on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the rich historical heritage of Scotland with a unique historical tour, offering an unforgettable exploration of the past.

With this cultural tour you will get the opportunity to experience Cairngorms National Park, Clava Cairns, Inverness Cathedral, Culloden Battlefield, and The Hermitage Woodland Walk up close. The activity is offered in English.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Edinburgh and throughout the tour, you will visit Cairngorms National Park, Clava Cairns, Inverness Cathedral, Culloden Battlefield, and Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre.

Previous travelers have given this cultural tour an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

The entire activity lasts approximately 20 hours 35 minutes. Check the "Included" and "Good to know" sections below for details about your historical tour.

The maximum group size for the cultural tour is 8 people.

The exact departure location is 304 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PS, UK.

The cancellation policy for this cultural tour is as follows: If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Make your visit to Edinburgh extraordinary by booking this 2 Day Loch Ness, Glencoe, Glenfinnan Viaduct & St Andrews Tour. Choose your travel dates and secure your spot today before it's fully booked!

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Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Regular Comfort Breaks
Experienced 'Hairy Coo' Driver-Guide providing live commentary and story telling throughout

Map

Attractions

Clava CairnsClava cairns
Urquhart Castle with Dark Cloud SkyUrquhart Castle
Aerial View of Stirling castle.Stirling Castle
Photo of St Andrews Cathedral in St. Andrews, Scotland.St Andrews Cathedral Museum

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Edinburgh - St Andrews - Perthshire - Culloden Battlefield - Clava Cairns - Inverness

  • Edinburgh - Arrival day
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  • Clava cairns
  • St Andrews Cathedral Museum
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You’ll be stopping at 8 destinations throughout the day.

Your travels will take you to the city of Edinburgh. There, you will embark on an exciting trip to experience its culture and visit popular attractions, such as the incredible Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cairngorms National Park, The Hermitage, St. Andrews Castle, Forth Bridge and Inverness Cathedral (St. Andrew's Cathedral).

When in the city of Edinburgh, it is most-recommended to drop by the beautiful Culloden Battlefield. This Culloden Battlefield is where, on the 16th of April 1746, Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite Army was brutally defeated by a much larger and better equipped Redcoat Army This was the last battle to be fought on British soil and your guide will explain just how big a turning point in history it was, heralding the end of the traditional Highland way of life and beginning changes which are still felt to this day The Battlefield is a very moving place, sensitively cared for today by the National Trust For Scotland has received an overall rating of 4.75 stars out of 5 from many travelers.

You’ll also be stopping at the remarkable Clava Cairns. This These standing stones and Burial Chambers date from at least 4000 years ago Their precise purpose is still something of a mystery but what most observers agree on is that they probably inspired Diana Gabaldon when she was writing about Craigh na Dun in her ‘Outlander’ novels, is a sight to behold. Travelers who have visited the stunning Clava Cairns have rated this attraction 4.74 stars out of 5.

A visit to the Cairngorms National Park is a must when touring the city of Edinburgh. This popular attraction has been rated 4.81 stars out of 5 by many avid travelers.

A trip to the city of Edinburgh is more memorable when you visit the beautiful The Hermitage, a wonderful A magical woodland nature reserve set deep in the forests once owned by the Duke of Atholl, but now cared for by the National Trust for Scotland Enjoy a short walk amongst the Douglas Firs, the tallest trees in Scotland, and along the River Brann to Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors Built in honour of a 18th century blind Bard, it offers the best views of the spectacular cascading waterfall, the Falls of Brann Often the scene of leaping salmon, keep your eyes peeled for all kinds of wildlife here. This attraction has an average rating of 4.68 stars out of 5 given by a number of travelers.

There, you’ll carry on making the best travel memories.

This awesome site offers an experience that’ll satisfy your curiosity and craving for a unique adventure.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Inverness - Loch Ness - Glenfinnan Viaduct - Glencoe - Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh - Departure day
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  • Urquhart Castle
  • Stirling Castle
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The last day of your multi-day tour will take you to more incredible travel destinations. The tour will be making 7 stops throughout the day.

Your journey at the city of Edinburgh includes stops at popular sites, including the Urquhart Castle (Caisteal na Sròine), Fort Augustus, Jacobite Steam Train, and Stirling Castle.

You’ll head to the amazing Urquhart Castle (Caisteal na Sròine). This attraction has an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 stars by visitors who’ve had the chance to explore it.

Your travels will also take you to the exceptional Fort Augustus. Fort Augustus is a remarkable Fort Augustus, a charming, postcard-perfect, Highland village on the Southern shores of the Loch From here you will have the opportunity to take a fantastic 1-hour cruise on the loch with our friends at Cruise Loch Ness (Summer only)

The local crew on board share their experiences of Nessie, as you search for yourself All with the aid of a state of the art Sonar equipment helping you scan the near 900 foot depths of the loch below Tickets are Adults £1650, Children £1000 and are purchasable on the day with cash

For those who do not wish to take the optional boat cruise, you will have time to explore the village and its beautiful Caledonian Canal lock system, built by the famous engineer Thomas Telford in the 19th century, that descends through the heart of the village into Loch Ness Walk further along the canal and into the surrounding countryside to enjoy mountainous views and sights of farm animals and possibly red deer. Travelers have rated it average of 4.81 stars out of 5.

You’ll also be making your way to the marvelous Jacobite Steam Train. Jacobite Steam Train has an average of 4.72 stars out of 5 by visitors, and is one of the best sites around the city of Edinburgh.

After spending some time wandering around several spectacular attractions, you’ll feel refreshed and ready to explore some more.

Traveling along your route will give you a glimpse of these excellent attractions.

You’ll leave your tour feeling inspired by some of the best destinations and attractions in Scotland. Be sure to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime experience while spots are still available!

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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Minimum age to travel is 7 years old. Photo ID, such as a passport, may be required. Children (8-17) must be accompanied by an adult.
There are opportunities to take short nature walks, it is recommended to bring suitable clothing and footwear.
This tour in an air-conditioned mini-coach, hosted by a local Scottish guide, rated 5-stars by the official Scottish Tourist Board
You will require a one night stay in the City of Inverness for this tour. Accommodation is not included in the price of your tour but we are happy to provide recommendations where needed. Please contact us if you need help!
We would also expect everyone to bring one larger piece of luggage, a suitcase or backpack, which we will put in the hold of the bus during transit. This can weigh up to 15kgs per passenger and does not need to stick to any dimension restrictions as we understand those vary.
When booking accommodation, we advise that you use our Inverness pick up and drop off location as a reference of where to stay. This is located at 26 Queensgate, Inverness IV1 1DJ.
We strongly recommend you book accommodation with a flexible cancellation policy in the event that you need to self-isolate or our tour does not meet the minimum number of passengers to go ahead - we'd hate for you to lose out!

Safety

Capacity will be based on the most up-to-date guidelines. Guests can choose whether to wear a mask as this is no longer required.

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