Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join 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.

1. 1

   Linlithgow Palace

   Pass by

   Catch a glimpse of Linlithgow Palace - birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.

2. 2

   Stirling Castle

   Pass by

   Pass by historic Stirling Castle on its rocky crags.

3. 3

   National Wallace Monument

   Pass by

   The National Wallace Monument was built to honour our great Scottish hero - William Wallace.

4. 4

   Doune Castle

   Pass by

   Doune Castle is famous for its appearance in Monty Python's Holy Grail, Game of Thrones and Outlander.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   30 min

   Enjoy a morning coffee stop within Scotland's first National Park. The options here include the Highland gateway village of Callander or the mountain views at beautiful Loch Lubnaig.

6. 6

   Glencoe National Nature Reserve

   10 min

   The 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!

7. 7

   Rannoch Moor

   Pass by

   Travel across the wilderness of Rannoch Moor with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.

8. 8

   Commando Monument

   10 min

   View 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.

9. 9

   Ben Nevis

   Pass by

   Enjoy views from the bus of Britain's highest mountain at 1344 m

10. 10

    Caledonian Canal

    Pass by

    Travel alongside the Thomas Telford designed Caledonian Canal.

11. 11

    Loch Ness

    1.5 hours

    Stop 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).

12. 12

    Cairngorms National Park

    15 min

    As you enter the Cairngorms National Park there may be time for a short woodland walk and talk.

13. 13

    Scottish Highlands

    Pass by

    Our 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.

14. 14

    Forth Road Bridge

    Pass by

    Return to Edinburgh crossing over the river Forth.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Small group tour - average group size of 12 passengers
• Minimum age is 5 years old
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

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