Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Departing Edinburgh, travel north into Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with a relaxed morning refreshment stop in the Highland town of Callander. The journey continues through Rannoch Moor, one of Scotland’s most remote landscapes, before stopping in Glencoe to admire its dramatic scenery and learn about the events that shaped this iconic glen. Travelling through Fort William, there is an opportunity to view Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain, from the minibus on clear days, before following the Great Glen to Fort Augustus, at the southern end of Loch Ness. This is the main stop of the day, allowing time for lunch, exploring the village, watching boats pass through the Caledonian Canal locks, or joining an optional Loch Ness cruise (available on the day, payable locally). The return journey travels through the Highlands and Perthshire, with an evening refreshment stop before arriving back in Edinburgh, with views of the Forth Bridge on the approach.

1. 1

   Callander

   30 min

   Our first stop of the day is in the Highland town of Callander, where we pause for refreshments before continuing north.

2. 2

   Glencoe

   15 min

   One of Scotland’s most iconic and atmospheric valleys, Glencoe is renowned for its dramatic scenery and powerful history. We stop here to allow guests to step off the minibus, take photographs, and admire the landscape while learning more about the events that shaped this famous glen.

3. 3

   Fort William

   Pass by

   As we pass through Fort William, enjoy views of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, from the minibus on clear days.

4. 4

   Fort Augustus

   1.3 hours

   Our main stop of the day is in Fort Augustus, located at the southern end of Loch Ness. You’ll have free time to enjoy lunch, explore the village, watch boats pass through the Caledonian Canal locks, or relax by the loch.

5. 5

   Loch Ness

   50 min

   While in Fort Augustus, guests have the option to join an optional 50-minute Loch Ness cruise (available on the day and payable locally). Those who do not take the cruise can enjoy additional free time in the village or along the loch shoreline.

6. 6

   Cairngorms National Park

   Pass by

   As we travel south along the A9, passing through the Cairngorms National Park, enjoy views of wide open Highland landscapes and mountain scenery from the minibus.

7. 7

   Perthshire

   30 min

   We stop in the Perthshire area for evening refreshments before returning to Edinburgh.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We cannot accommodate children under the age of 5
• Maximum of 16 travellers
• Our tour departs from Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh (opposite Howie's Restaurant). what3words:///decay.laws.likes. Check in closes at 07:30am as the tour will depart at 07:45am sharp. IMPORTANT: There are 2 Howie's in Edinburgh, we depart from Waterloo Place only.

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