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Discover the Scottish Highlands on a 3-day private tour from Edinburgh. Visit Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Loch Ness, Inverness, and the Cairngorms.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands on a private tour
• Explore Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, Glencoe, and the Cairngorms
• Enjoy a scenic drive through Rannoch Moor and Glencoe Valley
• Cruise on Loch Ness and see the ruins of Urquhart Castle
• Visit the charming village of Pitlochry and explore its boutique shops

Description

Day 1: Edinburgh → Stirling Castle → Loch Lomond → Glencoe Meet your private chauffeur-guide at your accommodation for a comfortable start to your Highlands journey. Drive north to one of Scotland’s most important royal fortresses. Explore the Great Hall, Royal Palace, and panoramic views over the Wallace Monument. Continue into Scotland’s first national park, stopping at charming villages and viewpoints. Enjoy an optional lakeside walk or lakeside café break. Then, drive through Rannoch Moor, a dramatic wilderness of peat bogs, lochs, and mountains — a prime photography location. Arrive in Scotland’s most cinematic valley. Your guide will share stories of the 1692 Glencoe Massacre, Clan MacDonald history, and geological formations. Your chauffeur drops you at your pre-booked accommodation in Glencoe or Fort William. Day 2: Fort William → Loch Ness Cruise → Inverness Begin with a stroll around Fort William, the “Outdoor Capital of the UK,” and enjoy views of Britain’s highest mountain. Make a short stop at the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge, offering sweeping panoramas of the Nevis Range. Arrive at Loch Ness and board a relaxing cruise. Sail past Urquhart Castle ruins while your captain narrates legends of the mysterious Nessie. Enjoy optional interior visit or extended photography break at one of the most iconic landmarks in Scotland. Travel along the shores of Loch Ness and enter the capital of the Highlands. See Inverness Castle viewpoint, River Ness, and Victorian Market. Drop-off at your hotel in Inverness. Day 3: Cairngorms National Park → Pitlochry → Return to Edinburgh Enter the UK’s largest national park. Enjoy mountain passes, reindeer grazing areas, and ancient Caledonian forests. Choose from optional experiences, including a Highland Wildlife Park visit, Speyside whisky distillery tasting, or Highland village walks. Explore the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry, famous for its boutique shops, waterfalls, salmon ladder, and stone architecture. Enjoy an optional coffee or bakery stop. Relax as you travel south through Perthshire’s forests and rolling hills. Arrive back at your Edinburgh accommodation, completing your private Highlands tour.

Includes

Private chauffeur-guide Hotel pickup and drop-off visit to Stirling Castle Inverness city orientation Cairngorms scenic drive

Important Information

• Tour involves walking and standing for extended periods Weather can be unpredictable, dress accordingly Accommodation and meals are not included

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund