Highland and Lake tour

Tour Highlights

• Tick off the Highland’s main sites on an eco-certified full-day trip
• Explore Scottish traditions, nature, and legends with an expert local guide
• Give the tour your personal touch with customizable features
• Get to grips with everything from Nessie, kilts, and ‘hairy coos’
• Snap your own momentous memories of the Highlands’ beauty

Tour Details

Head for the Highlands, whether in search of the Loch Ness Monster or just a scenic day trip from Edinburgh. After pickup, relax on the bus and listen to the guide’s entertaining commentary.

Visit Kilmahog for an introduction to the famous Highland Cows (depending on the time of year) and a cup of coffee. Next, travel up the road to Glencoe and enjoy a 10-minute photo stop in front of the unforgettable Highland views.

Have lunch in the Fort William area, where your guide can advise you on where to eat. If you're interested in the mysteries of the kilt, you can even get a ‘wee’ kilt introduction here. Then be whisked to Loch Ness itself..

Customize your experience at Loch Ness. Choose to visit the majestic Urquhart Castle, and hop on a boat in search of ‘Nessie’, as the locals call it. Or simply hang out on the pier and grab a coffee with gorgeous views.

On the way home, make a short snack stop in Pitlochry, a beautiful village in the heart of the country, before returning to Edinburgh.

Tour Include

• Transportation by air-conditioned bus
• Services of an expert guide
• Live onboard commentary
• Loch Ness boat cruise (if option selected)
• Urquhart Castle ticket (if option selected)

Tour Exclude

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Meals

Important Notes

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

• Pets (assistance dogs allowed)

Know before you go

• Bringing a packed lunch is recommended to make the most of your time at each stop
• You can bring cold food and drinks onto the bus, but not hot food. Alternatively, you will have the chance to buy food on the day
• The tour involves cross-country driving and a large portion of the trip is spent on the bus, taking in the views of the Scottish Highlands with live commentary
• Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembarking the bus
• Please be prepared for a long day with up to 2 hours between stops
• It is recommended to use the restroom beforehand, as the first stop is approximately 1.5 hours away and there are no toilets on the coach
• Please Note: the Cruise & Castle option will be unavailable between the 5th and the 9th of February 2024.

Meeting point

• Make sure to check your email for instructions and credentials to access the tour 

The tour is not suitable for

• Children under 3s are not allowed.
• The tour is not recommended for individuals aged 60 and above.