Loch Ness, Inverness, & Highlands 2-Day Tour from Edinburgh

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WHEN Friday 29 January to Fri Jan 10th 2025

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Highlights

Spend 2 days exploring the Scottish Highlands with this guided tour
Try to spot the Loch Ness Monster
Stay in the Highlands capital of Inverness, in locally-owned accommodation
Walk in the ancient Caledonian pine forests

Description

Day 1: You leave Edinburgh and head north across the River Forth towards the Highlands. You travel through the beauty of Highland Perthshire and your driver-guide will look for the perfect place to stop this morning. Perhaps it will be Pitlochry, a quintessential Scottish town nestled among the hills. Or maybe you'll stop in at the gorgeous wee village of Dunkeld. We keep things flexible this morning and see what the group is interested in. This wild heart of the Highlands teems with mountains, rivers, lochs, and wildlife hotspots and is a magnet for all nature lovers. We head to Aviemore, a bustling hub for all outdoors activities, where you can try local specialities before you travel to Loch Morlich, which is as unique as it is bonnie. Leave the majestic mountains and step back in time at Clava Cairns near Inverness. These ancient standing stones and ring cairns are as beautiful as they are mysterious and were made famous by Diana Gabaldon in the Outlander books. Then it’s just a short drive to Inverness, where you’re dropped off at your accommodation. The evening is free for you to explore the Capital of the Highlands. Day 2: After a leisurely breakfast, you’re picked up from your accommodation and taken into the surrounding countryside. You travel to the mysterious Loch Ness where you have the chance to take a boat trip along the loch and visit dramatic Urquhart Castle. Explore this scenic stronghold and imagine the tales of battles fought and lives lived within these stone walls, before we continue the journey to Fort Augustus. We're exploring the enchanting Highlands and charming villages with a stop in Fort Augustus for lunch. Here, you can savour local specialties, stroll along peaceful paths, and watch boats glide through the Caledonian Canal. As we journey south, the wild heart of the Highlands beckons with stunning mountains, lochs, and wildlife. Your driver-guide will lead you to hidden gems suited to your group's interests and the weather. One unforgettable stop will be Glen Coe, a breathtaking valley rich in history and natural beauty. Further south, the expansive moors transform into the lush landscapes of Scotland's first national park: Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. Here, steep mountains rise alongside shimmering lochs, thick forests thrive, and the legends of Rob Roy, the famed outlaw, add to the area's charm. We'll pause to soak in the classic Highland views before continuing south into the Lowlands, passing Stirling on our journey back to Edinburgh.

Includes

Tour transport in a 16-seater minibus Driver/guide Accommodation in a bed and breakfast (1 night) Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness Urquhart Castle entry

Important Information

It is recommend you bring suitable clothing and footwear for your tour.
Accommodation: Small, locally owned guesthouses and B&Bs. All rooms are en suite. B&Bs are typically located on the outskirts of towns, so be prepared for a 20–30 minute walk to local facilities such as pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know, as lifts are not available in these types of properties. For 2 or more people travelling together please choose the twin room shared option
Minimum age to participate is 5 years
You're restricted to 14 kg (31lbs) of luggage per person •To maintain the integrity of the tour and ensure the best possible experience for all our customers, we limit bookings to a maximum of 8 passengers per group. *The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice.

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