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Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, Scotland

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Overview

Join us on a truly magical journey through the heart of Scotland with our Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Highlands tour from Edinburgh, on a day full of awe-inspiring natural wonders, rich history, and folklore. Witness the breath-taking beauty of Loch Ness, as its broody waters reflect the surrounding natural scenery. Marvel as we drive through the dramatic landscapes of Glencoe, where towering mountains and fast-flowing cascading waterfalls create a picturesque backdrop. Immerse yourself in the captivating history, culture and fauna of the Highlands, as we visit and drive past many iconic sites, from the UNESCO heritage site of Forth Road Bridge, to Stirling Castle, from charming little towns like Pitlochry to the desolate landscape of Rannoch Moor. We hope this will be your most memorable experience of Scotland at its best.

What's Included

  • Snacks Snacks in the form of Scottish delicacies
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Loch Ness Cruise admission
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We will pick you up from your hotel, AirBnB, Cruise Ship Terminal or other holiday accommodation.

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Forth Road Bridge (pass by)

The Forth Road Bridge is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site that joins the historic settlements of North and South Queensferry. The oldest bridge dates back to 1890 and is an iconic symbol of Scotland's 19th century bold engineering.
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Pitlochry

Pitlochry is a delightful Scottish Perthshire Town, making it an ideal stop for refreshments and bathroom facilities.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dalwhinnie Distillery (pass by)

Dalwhinnie Distillery, famous for its single malt, is the highest distillery in Scotland at over 1000 feet above sea level.
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Commando Monument

The Commando Monument is a large three-figure bronze statue commemorating the service and sacrifice given by thousands of Allied troops during the Second World War, with Ben Nevis looming in the background.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Loch Ness View Point

Arriving in Fort Augustus just after midday, it will give you time to explore the town, including the famous 'Neptune's staircase', which is a series of locks that lower or raise boats from one altitude to another. Fort Augustus has many quaint little cafes for lunch.Loch Ness is renowned worldwide for its incredible beauty, and of course the legendary Loch Ness Monster.There is an optional cruise of the loch with a 1pm sailing. (Cruise price starts from £19.00 per person, with family tickets available. Not included in the tour price.)
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Fort William

Rising above all other mountains in the UK, Ben Nevis is the tallest, and overshadows Fort William. We will take you to a vantage point where you will be able to take in the scenery and take in those captivating photos.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glencoe Visitor Centre

Time permitting, we will stop over at Glencoe Visitors Centre, which contains a host of information on this famous valley's geology, history and wildlife. The highlight of the centre is a reconstruction of a traditional 18th century Turf and Creel house from the Glencoe Valley, which you can enter to experience how the inhabitants of the valley lived 300 years ago.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Three Sisters

The Three Sisters of Glencoe - the most photographed place in Scotland - are three mountain peaks formed 420 million years ago by a super volcano, and the valley below carved by glaciers over millions of years.There is a hidden glen behind it that was used by the MacDonald clan to hide cattle stolen from their neighbours.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rannoch Moor (pass by)

Rannoch moor is often referred to as the most desolate place in the UK, due to being the largest bog expanse in the British isles. It was also used as the setting for the filming of scenes of two Harry Potter movies.
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Loch Tulla Viewpoint

A spectacular vantage point over looking 'everything Scottish', rugged mountains, Lochs and pine forests
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kilmahog

Breaking up the journey home, we will make a brief stop to hand feed the Highland Hairy 'Coos' at Callander Woolen Mill.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Doune Castle

Doune Castle is an important Scottish historic castle, which was also a filming location for popular TV and cinema pictures, such as Outlander, Game of Thrones, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Stirling Castle (pass by)

One of the most important and largest castles in Scottish history, Stirling Castle sits on top of a hill of volcanic rock above the town of Stirling.
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The Kelpies & The Helix (pass by)

The Kelpies are the largest equine statues in the world, and were commissioned not only as a homage to the horses used in the Scottish coal mines, but also as a representation of the mythical Kelpies from Scottish fairy folklore.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travel time is included on the total tour duration

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Edinburgh?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • SnacksSnacks in the form of Scottish delicacies
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
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  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Loch Ness Cruise admission

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
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  • Uk cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults
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