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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Inverness & The Highlands - 2 Day Tour

4.7 · 223 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 92% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by Timberbush Tours
Duration
2 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore Loch Ness and the Highlands with an overnight stop in Inverness.

Guided air-conditioned transport is included; accommodation comes only with the B&B options, and attraction tickets are extra. 4.7 from 223 reviews at €137 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #58 of 70 in Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Tour OnlyThe page priceYour 2 day tour without accommodation. If choosing this option, you are required to make your own accommodation arrangements. Please ensure you reserve a room in central Inverness.€137
Double/Twin/Family B&BDouble / Twin / Family Room: Double (1 bed that sleeps 2), twin (2 single beds in one room) or family room accommodation at a bed & breakfast is included.€301
Tour with Single B&BOur 2 day tour including accommodation in a single room at a Bed and Breakfast.€360

Children from €133 (ages 4 to 16). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • 1 night accommodation (unless 'no accommodation' option is selected)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Knowledgeable driver-guide
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Accommodation, unless chosen
  • Attraction Tickets
  • Gratuities
  • Restroom on board

Reviews

4.7
223 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 206 of 223

Star breakdown of all 223 ratings

5 stars
193 · 87%
4 stars
13 · 6%
3 stars
4 · 2%
2 stars
6 · 3%
1 star
7 · 3%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, scenery and flexible stops, but cramped bus seating is a recurring concern.

Praised

  • Guides combine Scottish history, local stories and humour
  • Varied scenery and historic sites with plenty of photo stops
  • Extra stops and route choices shaped by the group's interests
  • Scottish music chosen to complement the route and stories
  • Regular breaks for refreshments, photos and stretching legs

Complaints

  • Some find the bus comfortable, while others report cramped seats and very limited legroom
  • Whisky distillery visits that travellers expected were missed
  • Strong accents can make parts of the commentary hard to understand
  • Some enjoy the stop selection, while others find certain places offer little to see or do

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (19 May 2025 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30 on Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
Drop off at the train station
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Timberbush Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Take our 2-day Loch Ness, Inverness and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh, travel in comfort and savour the delights of the Highlands with your guide: see rivers, lochs and mountains, and experience plenty of rich Highland history - with an overnight stay in the Highland capital of Inverness.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Minimum age is 4 years.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.

Good to know

  • Food not included Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Children from €133 ages 4 to 16

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 6+ days: Full refund
  • 2-6 days: 50%
  • 0-2 days: No refund

Compared with other Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #58 of 70€1372 days4.7 (223)shared
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7812h4.98 (405)shared
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh€4483 days4.94 (1377)shared

Ranked #58 of 70 in Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €1883, median €81; typical length 12h. 18 of 70 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 70 Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

From €137 per adult · Tour Only