From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands
From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands
From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey from Edinburgh to the heart of the Scottish Highlands, where breathtaking landscapes and rich history await. This tour offers an exploration of the legendary Loch Ness, with an optional cruise to uncover its mysteries, and a visit to the historic Urquhart Castle. Experience the dramatic beauty of Glen Coe as you drive through its scenic vistas, capturing unforgettable views with your camera. Along the way, enjoy stops in charming small towns or villages, providing a taste of local culture. Your knowledgeable driver-guide will handle bookings for attractions, ensuring a seamless experience. Please note that entrance fees for Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness cruise are not included, and children under 3 are not permitted. Prepare for any weather, bring snacks or a packed lunch, and get ready for an unforgettable Highland adventure. ...more ...less
Highlights
Loch Ness exploration and optional cruise
Visit to Urquhart Castle
Scenic drive through Glen Coe
Experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands
Stops in small towns or villages for local experiences
Opportunity to capture spectacular views with a camera
Itinerary
What's Included
Driver-guide service
Your driver-guide will take care of the booking for Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness cruise.
Highland Experience discount
Enjoy a discount for visiting Urquhart Castle and cruising on Loch Ness with cash payment.
What's Not Included
Entrance fees
Entrance fees for Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness cruise are not included and require cash payment.
Children under 3
Children under the age of 3 are not accepted on any of the tours.
Meals
Meals are not included; it is suggested to bring snacks or a packed lunch, especially on public holidays.
Public holiday closures
Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness Boat Cruise are closed on 26th December and 1st January.
Booking Notes
What to bring
If you would like to visit Urquhart Castle & cruise on Loch Ness, your driver-guide will take care of the booking just bring along £28 cash for an adult and £21 for a child to take advantage of this Highland Experience discount.
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.
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!
We will stop throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food, however in the busier summer season, if you want to make the most of your time on the tour, we suggest bringing along snacks/lunch.
Please Note
26th December & 1st January Urquhart Castle will be closed & the Loch Ness Boat Cruise will not be operating, though you will of course be stopping at Loch Ness. We strongly advise bringing a packed lunch on these dates as it is a Public Holiday in Scotland so options are limited.
Mode of Transport
Transportation for this tour is provided by a driver-guide who will take care of the bookings for Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness cruise, ensuring a seamless travel experience through the Scottish Highlands.
Accommodation
Accommodation details are not provided for this tour, as it primarily focuses on day trips and sightseeing experiences.
Check out our Q&As
What should I bring for 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. If you plan to visit Urquhart Castle and cruise on Loch Ness, bring £28 cash for an adult and £21 for a child to take advantage of the Highland Experience discount. Bringing snacks or a packed lunch is also suggested, especially during the busier summer season or on public holidays.
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Are there any age restrictions for the tour?
Yes, children under the age of 3 are not accepted on any of the tours. Children aged 3 and above are welcome, provided valid proof of age, such as a passport or birth certificate, is presented.
What happens if I visit on a public holiday?
On public holidays such as 26th December and 1st January, Urquhart Castle will be closed and the Loch Ness Boat Cruise will not be operating. However, you will still stop at Loch Ness. It is strongly advised to bring a packed lunch on these dates as options for purchasing food may be limited.
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Is the entrance fee for Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness cruise included in the tour price?
No, the entrance fees for Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness cruise are not included in the tour price. These require cash payment.
Will there be opportunities to purchase food during the tour?
Yes, there will be stops throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food. However, during the busier summer season, it is suggested to bring snacks or a packed lunch to make the most of your time on the tour.
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.
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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. 👍👍👍👍👍
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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.
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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!!
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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 :)
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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!
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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
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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!
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 Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands
