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Cairn o' Mount, Laurencekirk

Museum Of Scottish Lighthouses

The Falls of Feugh Restaurant

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Scottish Highlands tours

Perth and Kinross tours

North West England tours

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park tours

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The Trossachs, Scotland tours

Yorkshire and The Humber tours

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Royal MileAttraction in Edinburgh, Scotland

Loch NessAttraction in Scottish Highlands, Scotland

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Edinburgh CastleAttraction in Edinburgh, Scotland

Giant's CausewayAttraction in Bushmills, Northern Ireland

Stirling CastleAttraction in Stirling, Scotland

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe, Coos & the Highlands Day Tour

4.549745 out of 5 stars
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe, Coos & the Highlands Day Tour
4.549745 out of 5 stars
4.5
4.549745 out of 5 stars
2352 reviews

Discover the heart Scotland's history and mystery, in a single day. Visit famous sites and scenery like Glen Coe, Urquhart Castle, Pitlochry and Loch Ness.

About this activity

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Duration 12.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Ana – Portugal

A unique and fantastic experience! Recommended for all ages. The Highlands exceed all expectations. It's unthinkable to go to Edinburgh without visiting the Highlands!!! Our guide Steve B was extremely friendly and good humoured, always available and dedicated to any situation that arose. He was also very knowledgeable about the area, fluent in stories and legends with a fantastic sense of humour. Thank you Steve B :)

S
Shreya – United Kingdom

The tour guide Audrey and John were really good, they made the trip even more enjoyable. Would definitely recommend!

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Caffè Nero

  • Transfer

    (2 hours)

  • Taste Perthshire

    Coffee, Wildlife viewing (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Loch Ness

  • Lunch

    Boat cruise

    Optional

    Urquhart Castle

    Optional

  • Timeline stop icon

    Commando Memorial

    Photo stop, Scenic views on the way

  • Timeline stop icon

    Spean Bridge

    Break time, Photo stop, Scenic views on the way

  • Timeline stop icon

    Glencoe

    Break time, Photo stop, Scenic views on the way

  • Tyndrum

    Break time

  • Transfer

    (2 hours)

  • Finish at:

    22 St Andrew Square

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • See the best of Scotland, all in one day
  • Learn the true story of William Wallace
  • Look for the Loch Ness monster
  • Drive through the beautiful Cairngorms National Park
  • Meet the famous Hairy Coos

Full description

Immerse yourself in the history of Scotland on this day tour that takes you to all of the most important sites in Scotland. Visit the Highlands, Cairngorms National Park, Loch Ness, and more.

Your day begins on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, where you will be picked up to begin your day of adventure. As you head towards the Highlands, see the fantastic Forth Bridges. You can buy some Scottish goodies and meet the famous Hairy Coos as we make a stop in Perthshire.

From there, continue on through the Cairngorms National Park, where you will enjoy stunning scenery amidst the unique wilderness of the National Park.

Take a break at Loch Ness, which is famous all over the world for its beauty and mystery. From here, you will have the chance to take a 'monster spotting' cruise, visit Urquhart Castle, and look for the famous monster for yourself.

Next, visit Glen Coe, a broodingly beautiful spot steeped in history. As you stand at the mouth of the glen, you'll feel the past come to life as your guide tells you about the terrible massacre of the Clan.

On your way home, you pass by the beautiful city of Stirling, where you view its stunning castle from a distance and learn more about the exploits of William Wallace that were dramatized in the film Braveheart.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Driver
  • Guide
  • Entrance ticket to Urquhart Castle and Cruise on Loch Ness (optional) £30 cash to be paid to the driver-guide on the day (no need to pre-book)
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • Children under 3 years

Meeting point

Meet at the check-in desk inside Caffé Nero. The tour will be unable to wait for late arrivals.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Children policy: 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
  • Urquhart Castle and Loch Cruise tickets are available to purchase at the location
  • On December 26 and January 1, you will not be able to visit Urquhart Castle or take the Loch Ness cruise
  • This tour operates on a range of different sized vehicles
  • The itinerary for this tour sometimes operates in reverse
  • During the month of August our drop off point will be St Andrew Square, Edinburgh
  • We reserve the right to change the tour itinerary at any time due to weather, acts of God, and events out with our control

From $88 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 2352 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Ana – PortugalJune 3, 2025 – Verified booking
A unique and fantastic experience! Recommended for all ages. The Highlands exceed all expectations. It's unthinkable to go to Edinburgh without visiting the Highlands!!! Our guide Steve B was extremely friendly and good humoured, always available and dedicated to any situation that arose. He was also very knowledgeable about the area, fluent in stories and legends with a fantastic sense of humour. Thank you Steve B :)

Response from provider

June 3, 2025

Hi there! Thank you for your enthusiastic review! I’m thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience exploring the Highlands, which truly exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful that Steve B’s friendly and dedicated approach, along with his deep knowledge of the area’s stories and legends, made the tour so memorable. Kind regards, Cameron Highland Experience Tours

S
Shreya – United KingdomMay 28, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour guide Audrey and John were really good, they made the trip even more enjoyable. Would definitely recommend!

Response from provider

June 1, 2025

Hi Shreya, Thank you for your wonderful recommendation! We’re thrilled to hear Audrey and John made your trip so enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable Highland experience soon! Kind regards, Helen Highland Experience

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Linda – United StatesMay 12, 2025 – Verified booking
We had the best time!! Knew all about what and where they took us.. Terry and Allen are the best!!

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