From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, The Kelpies & a Distillery

From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, The Kelpies & a Distillery

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$74

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey from Edinburgh to explore the enchanting landscapes of Scotland. This tour takes you to the serene beauty of Loch Lomond, where you can soak in the breathtaking views of one of Scotland's largest lakes. Discover the mystical allure of The Kelpies, the towering horse-head sculptures that are a testament to Scotland's rich folklore. The adventure continues with a visit to a traditional distillery, offering a glimpse into the art of whisky-making and a chance to savor Scotland's iconic spirit. Prepare for any weather with a jacket, and don't forget your camera to capture the stunning scenery. While meals aren't provided, you'll have opportunities to purchase food in charming towns along the way. Please note, children under 3 are not permitted on this tour. Join us for an unforgettable day of Scottish culture and natural beauty. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Loch Lomond

  • The Kelpies

  • Visit to a distillery

  • Explore small towns or villages in Scotland

  • Capture spectacular views with a camera

Itinerary

What's Included

The tour includes stops in small towns or villages where you can purchase food.

What's Not Included

  • Children Policy

    Children under the age of 3 are not accepted on the tour.

  • Meals

    Meals are not included; however, you can purchase food during stops.

Mode of Transport

Transportation details are not provided for this tour.

Accommodation

Accommodation details are not provided for this tour.

Booking Notes

What to bring


It is always advisable to be prepared for any weather in Scotland so a jacket is always a good idea! A bottle of water for hydration and a camera to capture the spectacular views and you are set to go

It is not necessary for you to bring your own meals, as we will stop throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food, however you are more than welcome to bring along snacks or a packed lunch.

Children policy: Unfortunately we do not accept children under the age of 3 on any of our tours. We do accept children of 3 years old and above on all tours, providing valid proof of age, such as passport or birth certificate.

Check out our Q&As

  • What should I bring on the tour?

    It is advisable to bring a jacket to be prepared for any weather in Scotland, a bottle of water for hydration, and a camera to capture the spectacular views. You do not need to bring your own meals as there will be stops in small towns or villages where you can purchase food, but you are welcome to bring snacks or a packed lunch. ...more ...less

  • Are children allowed on the tour?

    Children under the age of 3 are not accepted on the tour. Children aged 3 and above are welcome, provided you have valid proof of age, such as a passport or birth certificate.

  • How much luggage can I bring?

    Due to the size of our vehicles, on our multi-day tours, we guarantee to carry one piece of luggage per passenger of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm, with a maximum of 15 kg. This is equivalent to hand luggage allowed in an aircraft cabin.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    If you are delayed due to a flight cancellation for example, we will do our best to help you catch up with the tour. However, we cannot allow the tour to be affected negatively for the other passengers.

  • Should I take out travel insurance?

    We highly recommend you take out travel insurance.

Reviews of this operator

Tito Munoz (Google Reviewer)  

Terry the tour guide, she...

31-Oct-2024

Terry the tour guide, she was amazing.. Full of life and personality we could tell how much she loves her job… and John the driver both were a great team. Terry very friendly and very knowledgeable and she is so beautiful… ! John very funny guy and very friendly we felt like we were with family taking a road trip. We spent 12 amazing hours sightseeing the beautiful Scottish Highlands. We will do it again. Thank you Terry and Thank you John. Keep up the great work. 👍👍👍👍👍 ...more ...less

James Huben12 (Google Reviewer)  

Went on the Highland Experience...

30-Mar-2024

Went on the Highland Experience tour today. Started in Edinburgh, drove up the center of Scotland and returned on the western highway. We stopped in several places, most notably Loch Ness and the Three Sisters of Glencoe. The trip was absolutely incredible and what made it even better was our comedic and informative tour guide Steven B (not Steven A). I highly recommend doing the tour with Steven B as he was thorough and concise with his explanations of what we were seeing, also adding a few clever jokes along the way. Make sure to ask if he’s a “True Scotsman” if you do the tour with him. ...more ...less

Rachel Zein (Google Reviewer)  

I was honestly worried this...

03-Jan-2024

I was honestly worried this would be too long of a day. Alex made it perfect. He stopped just enough times for some AMAZING photo spots. He gave great info without talking TOO much. The music was not too loud either. I am so glad I chose this specific tour because you really had enough time to do everything. JUST USE THE BATHROOM WHEN HE SAYS. Also, the food options at the first stop was actually really good (but pack snacks if you get hungry like me). Dinner coming home was harder so if you need dinner before 830PM pack food. Do you HAVE to do boat and castle tour? No, but I got some great photos and the boat had alcohol and a bathroom. The bus was the least comfortable I’ve been on with all of my tours on my trip, but not a reason to not go. Highly recommend!! ...more ...less

Agnese Berger (Google Reviewer)  

My boyfriend and I had...

02-Mar-2025

My boyfriend and I had an amazing time exploring Scotland with them! We chose the Glencoe - Lochness experience and it was remarkable! Our guide, Hugh, was amazing: passionate about Scotland, entertaining, friendly. He spoke for almost the entire trip telling us all about the history of those places, tales and myths. Highly recommended :) ...more ...less

Erica Mulkern (Google Reviewer)  

My friend and I booked...

09-Apr-2024

My friend and I booked on, and we had the lovely Brodie as our guide! From start to finish, he was lovely. Very knowledgeable, and we felt the day had a great pace. Loved every stop and photo op. Would highly recommend this tour, and Brodie, you won't regret it! ...more ...less

Kim Martin (Google Reviewer)  

This trip was soooo interesting...

15-Dec-2024

This trip was soooo interesting and fun! Highly recommended! Thank you Alex and thank you Highland Experience Tours! Our tour guide Alex was very knowledgeable about so many historic topics and he shared all of this information in such a fun and story Like. We had just the right amount of time at each place, the bus was clean and warm and the amount of people was perfect! Alex also played lovely music to keep the fun atmosphere alive The whole day! Absolutely fantastic! Kim & Debbie. ...more ...less

Richard Blair (Google Reviewer)  

Outstanding tour. Guide Terry...

24-Jun-2024

Outstanding tour. Guide Terry and Driver Alex were exceptional. Good historical and fun information about the sights and places. Yes, there is a lot of time on the bus, but any one-day tour of the highlands from Edinburgh will be long. The journey was enjoyable and paced adequately! Comfort stops and sightseeing stops were planned perfectly. What an enjoyable day. Being able to see so many different things in one day is wonderful. I had thought of renting a car and driving it myself, but this was so much better. We never would have been able to do it on our own in the time. I highly recommend Highland Experience Tours. They took use through some of the most beautiful areas on earth! So happy we chose this tour. Value for price spent, and experiences had was top notch! Thanks for a wonderful day in Scotland. ...more ...less

nancy (Google Reviewer)  

My time in Scotland would...

08-May-2024

My time in Scotland would have been remiss without this experience!! I could not have asked for a better tour experience or a better tour guide! I did the 'Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness Tour'. Firstly, the buses are very easy to find and check-in to the bus is extremely simple! My tour guide was Keith and he was both tour guide and bus driver. Immediately, we hit the road and got so much information throughout the 13 hour trip! He was extremely knowledgeable, very funny, and extremely warm. He sprinkled in personal stories from his life and his family's that truly made the history come alive. I went on a similar tour to this one in Ireland and this one had significantly more stops and views! I also felt like I had sufficient time at each stop along the path to take photos as well as to sit and just take in the splendor of the Scottish countryside. Keith was also a very safe driver (he mentioned being a bus driver before being a tour guide) and I never felt nervous or as if he was driving too fast!! I highly recommend taking the Loch Ness cruise and exploring Castle Urquhart! Along the journey, there were ample rest stops for snacks and restrooms and so I never felt overly uncomfortable. I will think about this tour for a long time and Keith was a perfect shepherd throughout all of it! I highly recommend this experience! ...more ...less

Michael Horsey (Google Reviewer)  

Amazing trip through the Highlands...

24-Jun-2024

Amazing trip through the Highlands to Isle of Skye. Breathtaking iconic Scottish scenery and memorable experiences. Fairy Pools are a great addition to this one day tour (where other tours only add it on two day trips). Owen was a fantastic guide. Pleasant, funny, good story teller. ...more ...less

gabriella sarkadi (Google Reviewer)  

I spent five wonderful days...

17-May-2024

I spent five wonderful days in the Scottish Highlands. Every day was full with experience. The tour was very well organized, the accommodations are very comfortable. I have a lot of good memories. Thank you so much!

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Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Highland Experience Tours requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of highland experience tours charges.

    Up to 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 8 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, The Kelpies & a Distillery

2 Days Starting and ending in Edinburgh, GB

Visiting: Scotland, United Kingdom

Tour operator:

Highland Experience Tours

Tour code:

622644

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

3-

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $74 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 01-Apr-2025 but subject to change.