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Loch Ness, Glen Coe & The Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

4.6 Great 237 reviews
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12h 15m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommended by 88% of travellers: 208 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

This Highlands route combines Glen Coe, Ben Nevis and Loch Ness on a day out from Edinburgh. A guide and air-conditioned transport are included; the Loch Ness cruise costs extra and hotel pickup is excluded. 4.6 from 237 reviews at €82 per person for 12h 15m.

From the guide

Explore some of Scotland's most iconic sites and stunning scenery with this unique guided day tour from Edinburgh and witness the unique site of Glen Coe, the beauty of Ben Nevis and the Loch Ness, where you might even be able to spot the famous monster that is said to inhabit it's waters.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 07:30
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 07:30. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Local English Speaking Guide

What's Not Included

Admission fees: Loch Ness Cruise
Tips
Hotel pick up and drop off

Itinerary

Stirling Castle Stop 1
Head past the ramparts of Stirling Castle while your guide recounts the history of the Scottish Wars of Independence.
Pass by
Callander Stop 2
Our first stop of the day is in Callander, a quaint Scottish village where you can stretch your legs, buy a coffee and do some window-shopping.
45 min
Ben Nevis Stop 3
Our tour takes us past Fort William and marks the end to the West Highland Way and home to Britain's highest mountain, the mighty Ben Nevis.
Pass by
Glencoe Stop 4
We then make our way to stunning Glencoe where your guide will recount the sad tale of the famous massacre of the MacDonald clan in 1692.
15 min
Loch Ness Stop 5
Stopping in the village of Fort Augustus on the banks of bonnie Loch Ness, you have free time where you can take to the Loch on a boat in the hunt for Nessie (not included, approx. 50 mins). If you’re not one for the water then why not take a walk up the canal and find a nice spot to enjoy a bite to eat.
1h 40m
Pitlochry Stop 6
Our journey home heads south along Loch Laggan stopping at one of the many quaint Highland villages along the way, Pitlochry
30 min

Departure & Return

Start point

This tour will depart at 7:30am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.

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End point

This tour will depart at 7:30am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age to travel is 5 years old, while anyone aged 5-17 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
  • It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
  • Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
  • This tour may run in conjunction with our sister company, Highland Explorer Tours.
  • In cases of extreme weather, the Loch Ness boat cruise may be cancelled on short notice. If you have purchased ticket for this you will be refunded.
  • Please note that itinerary order may change.
  • Travel insurance is recommended.
  • If you are using an audio guide, please bring your headset.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
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Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #85 of 90€8212h 15m4.6 (237)shared
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7712h4.98 (405)shared
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared

Ranked #85 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. Compare all 90 Day Trips from Edinburgh

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