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Scotland's standouts.
The 10 most-booked loch ness & highlands day trips in Scotland. What each day actually includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe and Pitlochry in one long day. Air-conditioned coach, expert stories, optional cruise and castle.
“Horrible tour. Tour guide Meko or whatever it is his name talked the whole time and a lot of personal stuff. Super annoying”
Small-group Loch Ness & Highlands day trip from Edinburgh with Glencoe stops and an included cruise with Nessie sonar.
“It was fabulous - we had a great guide (Brian) with just the perfect level of commentary and quiet time. The tour itself was a great pace for us - lots of scenic stops with time to take photos and get refreshments. We just loved it -highly recommend it to anyone wanting to see it…”
A full-day drive from Edinburgh through Glencoe, Fort William, and Glenfinnan Viaduct, with photo stops and a shot at the Jacobite train.
“Fisher was amazing and his dad jokes were on point. We learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. He even made the weather not rain the entire time. Thanks for a great tour!”
A long, scenic Highlands coach day from Edinburgh, with Glencoe drama, Loch Ness time, and plenty of photo stops plus Highland cows.
“We were quite intimidated by the length of the tour however it honestly flew by. The commentary along the drive was nice and wide spread facts and jokes. The breaks to stretch always came at a nice time and broke up the long journey nicely. All of the stops were delightful and Anthony constantly was…”
Full-day Highlands from Edinburgh with Forth Bridge, Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, Glen Coe, and Stirling Castle.
“It was an amazing trip. Very interesting history and beautiful scenery. Although it is a full day trip, you don’t get bored or tired. Comfortable bus and excellent driver and tour guide.”
Nessie stories, Glencoe scenery, and Highlands villages in one guided day trip from Edinburgh with built-in stops and Loch Ness free time.
“It was a good experience & Jada our tour guide was great as she explained us everything & covered all the spot.”
Edinburgh to Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands in one day. Glencoe, Callander, Pitlochry, and optional Nessie cruise.
“This was a lovely day out, beautiful scenery and quaint little towns to drive through and some to stop in. Our driver Ian was the best tour guide, so informative, funny and friendly. A day we won’t forget!”
A small-group West Highlands day trip from Glasgow to Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Oban, and castles, with a comfy 16-seat Mercedes and great guide stories.
“The drive is beautiful and we stopped at many great destinations. Our driver was extremely knowledgeable and I learned a lot about Scotland.”
Inverness day tour packs Urquhart Castle, a Loch Ness cruise, and Outlander sites, plus Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns.
“This is a well paced itinerary with decent amounts of time at key locations. Emma the driver/guide was friendly and efficient throughout the day and provided knowledgeable descriptions and clear instructions. Highly recommended.”
See Skye, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Inverness, Loch Ness, Culloden, and more in one packed 3-day tour from Edinburgh with live guide stories.
“If it were possible to give William a 10 star review I would but instead I will rain his praises. ✨💕”
