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Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh: Explore Myths and Majestic Views
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1,784 Ratings
Edinburgh
Discover the captivating scenery of Scotland’s Highlands with Gray Line Scotland’s 5-Star Loch Ness and Highlands Day Tour.
This 12-hour journey spans over 500 km, guiding you through breathtaking mountains, mystical glens, and to Scotland’s most famous loch, unveiling the mystery and allure of the Highlands.
Discover the captivating scenery of Scotland’s Highlands with Gray Line Scotland’s 5-Star Loch Ness and Highlands Day Tour.
This 12-hour journey spans over 500 km, guiding you through breathtaking mountains, mystical glens, and to Scotland’s most famous loch, unveiling the mystery and allure of the Highlands.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Callander - Begin the day with a visit to this charming town, often called the “Gateway to the Highlands.”
- Rannoch Moor - Following a visit to Fort Augustus and Loch Ness, the tour will head back south. The journey includes passing by Loch Laggan, famously featured in ‘Monarch of the Glen,’ before stopping in the picturesque Victorian resort…
- Callander - Begin the day with a visit to this charming town, often called the “Gateway to the Highlands.”
- Rannoch Moor - Following a visit to Fort Augustus and Loch Ness, the tour will head back south. The journey includes passing by Loch Laggan, famously featured in ‘Monarch of the Glen,’ before stopping in the picturesque Victorian resort town of Pitlochry.
- Glencoe National Nature Reserve - Known as the Glen of Weeping, this area was the site of the historic ‘Massacre of Glencoe’ in 1692. The glen offers several scenic viewpoints along the valley road, and the National Trust for Scotland operates a visitor center on the main route.
- Loch Ness - Explore the renowned loch and, if feeling adventurous, take a boat trip to search for the legendary monster, Nessie. This is also where lunch will be enjoyed.
- Scottish Highlands - Experience the majestic Highlands of Scotland.
- Pitlochry - Conclude the day with a visit to this delightful Victorian town.
What's Included
- Transport
- Driver/guide
- Transport
- Driver/guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel drop-off
- Boat cruise
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel drop-off
- Boat cruise
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 6 years
Location
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Waterloo Place
Our main departure point is opposite The Apex Hotel, Waterloo Place. The tour departs at 7.30am, please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(1784 Ratings)
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Matthew
Jul 24, 2025
Brilliant - Ian was an amazing guide! Truly breathtaking site seeing. Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting for the first time
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Kme1940ia
Jul 22, 2025
- Brendan was the best tour guide ever! I’ve done this trip before but today was absolutely amazing. He was really funny and shared loads of information. We thoroughly enjoyed the day. He definitely deserves a raise! Plus, he’s a very good singer.
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Ralphml6742ox
Jul 22, 2025
- Very good experience! Never felt bored on the entire trip! A lots of nice place to visit. Specially the driver name Brendan, He was so amazing! He was very informative about the tour! He was very funny, has a very good voice and has a good sense of humour. I greatly recommend this trip! If you could choose a driver choose Brendan! You will have a great experience!
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Lyzzip
Jul 22, 2025
- Brendon (B-dog) was absolutely incredible! He was very informative, in a creative way and kept us laughing! I had an amazing time and would absolutely recommend him and Gray Line for your next tour!
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Roving37815043940
Jul 18, 2025
Fantastic highland experience - Ian was amazing. It was a long day, but his insights and knowledgeable references to the past made it fly by. My daughters, 10 and 8, had a wonderful time as well. Truly a highlight of our trip to the UK. Unfortunately, we didn't see Nessie.
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379daphnev
Jul 18, 2025
5 star tour, really wonderful! - It was really wonderful, our guide Brandon was a great guide, funny and we learned a lot about Scottisch history! 5 star tour!
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Pp3001
Jul 17, 2025
Scenic beauty with one of the best - Brendon was simply amazing and made the whole trip so memorable. Great day tour with lovely scenic beauty and very comfortable bus ride.
Night recommended
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Garyva7503jq
Jul 17, 2025
Highland Loch Ness Wonderful Tour - Very nice tour. Incredibly scenic trip to see the highlands, Loch Ness, small villages and so much more. Ian was the best tour guide. As a history major I appreciated all the nuances he pointed out about Scotland, its wars and challenges and Queen May Scott. Ian is a knowledgeable, funny, very nice person. He gave May helpful hints along the way to better enjoy our trip and mini once waiting times. He is also a very good driver. Being in a bus from 7:30 AN to 7 PM you really appreciate someone who can navigate and steer a large vehicle on tight corners without making you sick. Here’s a hint (sit right behind him if possible as the view is better and you are first in line for coffee etc.). As important in our exchanges with Ian we could see what a good human being he is. We thought that the length of the tour was daunting but not so with all the physical sights and many insights from Ian. Also another secret - I believe this is the only tour company and bus with a built in restroom. Did not use it but nice to k how it’s there.
Hats off to Greyline and Ian and to the Apex Waterloo Hotel staff who recommended same.
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Karen_r
Jul 14, 2025
Limited time to see the... - Limited time to see the areas and not enough time to sit and eat, shop and appreciate the sites during the tour
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G5086doadriank
Jul 17, 2025
- DO NOT give your money to this company! Dealing with corporate has been terrible, our trip was cancelled half-way through the tour and the entire group was promised full refunds by the company within 3-5 business days. It has been weeks since the cancelled trip, I have reached out to the company directly and have no heard any response and are currently out over 600 pounds.
We had an amazing driver, however, I would NOT recommend travelling with this group as they will not be giving your money back even if they promise to do so.
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