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title: Edinburgh: Private Loch Ness Glencoe and The Highlands Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: Edinburgh
country: United Kingdom
price: 624
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.85
reviews: 172
duration_minutes: 720
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: true
rank_in_category: 42 of 90 (Day Trips from Edinburgh)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-01
data_updated: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-private-loch-ness-glencoe-and-the-highlands-tour/
---

# Edinburgh: Private Loch Ness Glencoe and The Highlands Tour

**Guidekin's take:** Combine Glencoe, Ben Nevis and Loch Ness on a private tour for your party, with vehicle options for up to seven or sixteen. Hotel pickup, drop-off and chauffeur-guided transport are included; optional attractions, entry tickets and meals cost extra. 4.85 from 172 reviews at €624 per person for 12h.

## Overview

Join us on a personalized private tour spanning 12 hours, designed to encapsulate the essence of Scotland in a single day! Experience the breathtaking beauty of Glencoe and Ben Nevis before embarking on a scenic cruise across the mysterious waters of Loch Ness, keeping a keen eye out for any signs of its legendary inhabitant, Nessie. Relax and indulge in the utmost comfort aboard our luxurious Mercedes V-Class (up to 7 people) or our 16-seater Mercedes Coach, ensuring a journey filled with unforgettable sights and experiences across Scotland's stunning landscapes.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 544 pickup points
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Group size varies by option: max 7 from €624 · max 16 from €666
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 08:00: one departure a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

## Key facts

- Price: from €624 per person for the V-Class (Group up to 7) option; other options up to €666
- Duration: 12h
- Rating: 4.85/5 from 172 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Timberbush Tours
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| V-Class (Group up to 7) | €624 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Mercedes-Benz V-Class: Luxury vehicle providing exceptional comfort for up to 7 passengers. With plush leather seats and advanced climate control. Pickup included |
| Small Coach (Group up to 16) | €666 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Small Mercedes Coach: 16-seater mini coach offers a comfortable and stylish travel experience, featuring air-conditioning and USB charging ports. Pickup included |

## What's included

- Fuel & mileage costs
- Hotel pick up/drop off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water, Wi-Fi & USC Charger (Executive bookings only)
- Private chauffeur-guide hire

## Not included

- Optional attractions and entry tickets
- Meals
- Child seat (Hire Available: please contact Timberbush prior to the departure date to arrange this)

## Itinerary

1. **Scottish Highlands** (2h) - Drive through the scenic Scottish highlands.
2. **Glencoe** (20m) - As you continue your journey northwards you will be immersed in the wonderful scenery of Rannoch Moor and Glencoe where a short stop will be made for photo opportunities.
3. **Fort Augustus** (2h) - We stop at Loch Ness, where you can take an optional (payable) 1-hour cruise on Loch Ness to learn more about its history and the famous Loch Ness Monster.
4. **Loch Ness** (1h) - !hr boat cruise on Loch Ness
5. **Scottish Highlands** (2h) - Drive through the scenic scottish highlands
6. **Laggan** (15m) - We stop at the Laggan Dam Viewpoint for a picture.
7. **Pitlochry** (30m) - After Loch Ness, our tour passes through Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands, and begins its journey home. We travel down through the Highlands to the Victorian town of Pitlochry. Here we have time to grab a quick bite to eat and wander its streets before returning to...
8. **Scottish Highlands** (2h) - Drive through the scenic Scottish Highlands

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

Pickup points listed by the operator: 544

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation and travel time is included in the total duration time.
- Please contact us if you need child seats.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €1248 | €624 |
| 4 | €1248 | €312 |
| 6 | €1248 | €208 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Day Trips from Edinburgh start at €54 per person.

## Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #42 of 90** | €624 | 12h | 4.85 (172) | varies by option |
| [Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish](/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-highlands-distillery-in-spanish/?format=md) | €77 | 12h | 4.98 (405) | shared |
| [Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-glenfinnan-viaduct-glencoe-fort-william/?format=md) | €54 | 12h | 4.93 (6417) | shared |
| [Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-loch-ness-glencoe-and-the-highlands/?format=md) | €54 | 12h 30m | 4.92 (6699) | shared |

Ranked #42 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €940, median €77; typical length 10h. 26 of 90 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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