Air-conditioned mini-coach transport and live commentary are included; attraction fees and meals are extra, and children must be at least five. 4.81 from 837 reviews at €106 per person for 12h.
In our comparison: #58 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €106 per adult.
Children from €103 (ages 5 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 805 of 837
Star breakdown of all 837 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides, scenery and personal attention, but much of the sightseeing happens from the bus.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (28 October 2024 to 20 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Catch a glimpse of Linlithgow Palace - birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.
Pass by, no stopPass by historic Stirling Castle on its rocky crags.
Pass by, no stopThe National Wallace Monument was built to honour our great Scottish hero - William Wallace.
Pass by, no stopDoune Castle is famous for its appearance in Monty Python's Holy Grail, Game of Thrones and Outlander.
Pass by, no stopThe options here include the Highland gateway village of Callander or the mountain views at beautiful Loch Lubnaig.
30 minThe notorious massacre of the MacDonald Clan was carried out amidst this beautiful and dramatic scenery on the 13th February 1692. You may recognise this part of the Highlands, used in the movie 'Skyfall' and 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban'. A majestic setting in any season!
10 minTravel across the wilderness of Rannoch Moor with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.
Pass by, no stopView Ben Nevis (highest mountain in Britain at 1344 m) from the famous Commando Memorial. Here you can admire the spectacular views over the rugged landscape of Lochaber.
10 minEnjoy views from the bus of Britain's highest mountain at 1344 m
Pass by, no stopTravel alongside the Thomas Telford designed Caledonian Canal.
Pass by, no stopStop in Fort Augustus for lunch and to explore the largest loch in Scotland either from the shore or on an optional boat cruise (own expense).
1h 30m · Admission not includedAs you enter the Cairngorms National Park there may be time for a short woodland walk and talk.
15 minOur final stop is in the heart of the Highlands (Big Tree Country in Highland Perthshire) where you can enjoy an early evening stroll through one of the picturesque villages or a quick refreshment before the final journey home.
Pass by, no stopReturn to Edinburgh crossing over the river Forth.
Pass by, no stopJoin this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Traveling through spectacular Highland scenery, this tour is the perfect way to see lots of Scotland and search for the famous Loch Ness monster. Highlights include stunning Glen Coe and an optional boat cruise on Loch Ness, the world’s most mysterious stretch of water. This twelve hour adventure represents great value for money.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #58 of 90 | €106 | 12h | 4.81 (837) | shared |
| Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish | €78 | 12h | 4.98 (406) | shared |
| Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William | €54 | 12h | 4.93 (6417) | shared |
| Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands | €54 | 12h 30m | 4.92 (6699) | shared |
Ranked #58 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €944, median €78; 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. Compare all 90 Day Trips from Edinburgh