From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Small-Group Day Trip
From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Small-Group Day Trip
Duration: Flexible (up to 12 hours)
Flexible (up to 12 hours)
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Explore Scotland's scenic beauty with this engaging small-group day trip departing from Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover Loch Ness and Glencoe while journeying through The Highlands in a well-paced tour designed to showcase the region’s natural wonders. This experience promises an enriching adventure into some of Scotland's most celebrated landscapes.
Explore Scotland's scenic beauty with this engaging small-group day trip departing from Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover Loch Ness and Glencoe while journeying through The Highlands in a well-paced tour designed to showcase the region’s natural wonders. This experience promises an enriching adventure into some of Scotland's most celebrated landscapes.
Explore legends and local lore with an expert guide as you journey into the Highlands for this full-day tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands.
Experience a more intimate adventure in a luxury mini-coach designed for just 16 guests, offering access to hidden gems off-the-beaten-track during your trip.
Admire the volcanic peaks of Glencoe and Rannoch Moor’s vast wilderness on this action-packed day with an English-speaking driver-guide leading the way.
Spend time in Fort Augustus near Loch Ness where you can opt for a boat trip or observe the locks at the Caledonian Canal during your afternoon.
Admission to From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Small-Group Day Trip for a full-day experience
Access via round-trip AC mini coach transfers from Edinburgh Station
Entry at the boarding point located in Edinburgh Bus Station
Ticket includes services of an expert English-speaking driver-guide
Use of small group settings with up to 16 guests
Admission fees
Meals
Aerial view of Fort Augustus with Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness in Scotland.
Journey deep into Scotland's rugged Highlands with a small-group day trip from Edinburgh that takes you to Loch Ness, Glencoe and more in just 12 hours. This tour offers an intimate experience as you travel in luxury on a round-trip AC mini coach capable of seating up to 16 guests.
With expert guidance, explore the legends of Jacobites and local lore while traveling through secret locations off the beaten path. Witness the majestic volcanic peaks of Glencoe and traverse Rannoch Moor's vast wilderness as part of this action-packed day trip. Your journey continues in Fort Augustus on the edge of Loch Ness where you can choose to take a boat trip at your own expense or watch the locks operate along the Caledonian Canal.
Starting from Edinburgh Bus Station, enjoy round-trip transfers with an English-speaking driver-guide who ensures that every detail is covered. This small-group tour guarantees personalized attention and access to some of Scotland's most stunning landscapes in a comfortable setting.
Mountainous landscape of Glencoe, Scotland, with winding road and cloudy sky.
Rannoch Moor landscape with mountains and a reflective lake in Scotland.
Aerial view of Fort Augustus with Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness in Scotland.
Mountainous landscape of Glencoe, Scotland, with winding road and cloudy sky.
Rannoch Moor landscape with mountains and a reflective lake in Scotland.
Boats docked along the canal in Fort Augustus, Scotland, with cottages and greenery nearby.
Packing guidelines
Luggage capacity is limited on the mini-coaches. Each guest can bring one piece of luggage weighing up to 20kg (44lbs), similar to a cabin bag, plus a small personal item bag. Please ensure you are able to lift and carry your own bags without help.
Age restrictions
Tour participation is not permitted for children under five years old.
Accessibility considerations
- The facilities and access at each stop vary. For specific mobility or access needs, please consult the accessibility statements of individual attractions or seek advice from staff.
- Physical assistance is not available from our team members; you must be able to board and exit independently or with a companion's help.
The mini-coaches are not equipped for wheelchair access. However, lightweight mobility aids up to 20kg may be accommodated on request—please verify availability before booking.
Service animal policy
We welcome highly trained service and assistance dogs with prior arrangement due to space constraints; please confirm their suitability and availability in advance of your reservation.
Tour logistics
- Boarding begins at 7:30am and concludes by 7:45am. It's essential to arrive no later than 15 minutes before departure, as the coach cannot wait for late arrivals.
Sitting arrangements on our 16-seat mini-coaches are not pre-bookable; however, large windows ensure a great view from any seat.
Child travel details
We provide booster seats for children under 1.35m upon request. All participants must be at least five years old on the day of travel.
Tour itinerary and guidance
- While guides typically do not accompany groups to destinations, allowing independent exploration time, some entry tickets may include guided tours.
The tour aims to adhere closely to the planned schedule. Your driver-guide will keep you informed during travel and any significant itinerary changes will be communicated prior by the operator.
Facilities on board
No toilet facilities are available onboard, but frequent stops in towns and villages offer comfort breaks.
Tourist observing canal locks at Fort Augustus, Scotland with hills in the background.
Tourists viewing Loch Ness from a wooden fence viewpoint in Scotland.
Boats docked along the canal in Fort Augustus, Scotland, with cottages and greenery nearby.
Tourist observing canal locks at Fort Augustus, Scotland with hills in the background.
Tourists viewing Loch Ness from a wooden fence viewpoint in Scotland.
Ensure that each passenger has one main luggage piece weighing up to 20kg and a small personal item bag since space on mini-coaches is limited.
If you have young children under the age of five, please note they are not permitted on this tour.
To make your journey smooth from Edinburgh Bus Station, arrive with time for boarding to avoid any last-minute rush.
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