--- title: Loch Ness, Glencoe, the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 69 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.61 reviews: 2630 duration_minutes: 720 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 89 of 90 (Day Trips from Edinburgh) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/loch-ness-glencoe-the-highlands-guided-day-tour-from-edinburgh/ --- # Loch Ness, Glencoe, the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh **Guidekin's take:** Glencoe and Ben Nevis feature on the route to Loch Ness, with tour-only, cruise, or castle and cruise options. Air-conditioned coach travel and live commentary are included; attraction tickets are listed as extra, and there is no toilet on board. 4.61 from 2630 reviews at €69 per person for 12h. ## Overview This 12 hour tour will fit in as much of Scotland as can possibly done in one day! You will witness the stunning scenery of Glencoe and Ben Nevis before you make your way to Loch Ness for a cruise across its deep waters looking for evidence of its renowned resident, Nessie. Enjoy traveling in comfort on one of our luxury, modern, air-conditioned coaches as you witness the stunning sights that Scotland has to offer. Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle… - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €67: ages 4 to 16 ## Key facts - Price: from €69 per person for the Tour Only option; other options up to €113 - Duration: 12h - Rating: 4.61/5 from 2630 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 90% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Timberbush Tours ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Tour Only | €69 / person | English | Tour only: Guided coach tour. | | Tour with Cruise | €100 / person | English | Cruise: Guided coach tour including a 1-hour Loch Ness cruise. | | Tour with Castle and Cruise | €113 / person | English | Castle & Cruise: Guided coach tour including approximately 40 minutes at Urquhart Castle and a 30-minute Loch Ness cruise. | ## What's included - Air-conditioned vehicle - Live commentary on board - Knowledgeable driver-guide ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities - Attraction Tickets - Restroom on board - WiFi on board ## Itinerary 1. **Edinburgh** (5m) - Your 1-day Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour departs from our Edinburgh City Centre departure point at Castle Terrace, outside the NCP Car Park, EH1 2EW in the morning. Departing from Edinburgh, our Loch Ness tour travels northwest, passing the imposing Stirling Castle. 2. **Callander** (20m) - We make our first stop in the Callander area in the highlands for some light refreshments, with the possibility of seeing a Highland coo depending on the time of year. 3. **Glencoe** (10m) - We travel on through Rob Roy Country of Clans MacGregor and Campbell then over the dramatic landscape of Rannoch Moor and the Black Mount to Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most famous glens, site of the 1692 massacre of the Clan MacDonald. Here we pause for a photo stop, and to... 4. **Fort William** (50m) - Continuing via Loch Linnhe, our Loch Ness tour will stop in the Fort William area for lunch then continue into the natural beauty of the Great Glen as we pass beneath Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. 5. **Urquhart Castle** (30m) - Travelling on, we will pass though the pretty village of Fort Augustus before reaching Urquhart Castle - here, choose to take part in a cruise and castle excursion (optional extra). 6. **Loch Ness** (1h) - If not, we will continue up to the Clansman Hotel where you will have an hour of free time before we begin our return journey to Edinburgh. Here, you can relax in the hotel with an option take part in the “Donald Fraser – Illicit Whisky Experience”. This is a 20 to 30-minute,... 7. **Pitlochry** (30m) - The Loch Ness tour will start its return for home, journeying through the Cairngorms National Park and the woodland scenery of Perthshire, including the Forest of Atholl, with an evening refreshment stop at the Victorian resort town of Pitlochry, en route back to Edinburgh,... ## 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. ## Meeting point Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ9bZ-iprHh0gR7dBw_WOL7kY ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Minimum age is 4 years old. - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. - Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus. - Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour's departure time. - Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request. - Top tip - You could bring a cold packed lunch with you in order to make the most of your time at each stop - this would be particularly time-saving in the busier months! - We recommend taking cash for the optional extras including the Loch Ness cruise. You can arrange payment with your driver-guide on the day and there is no need to pre-book optional extras. - Our coaches do not have restrooms, however, there are frequent comfort breaks during the journey at stops with restrooms. - We cannot guarantee on any tour that we will see specific wildlife like Highland Cows but keep your eyes on the scenery and you might be able to spot some! - Please note: This tour is designed to pack into one day as much as possible of Scotland’s highlights! While much of the journey is enjoyed from the comfort of the coach due to the distance covered, you will experience breathtaking views and scenery along the way. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #89 of 90** | €69 | 12h | 4.61 (2630) | shared | | [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 #89 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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