Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Scottish Highlands Tour with Lunch

Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Scottish Highlands Tour with Lunch

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Look out for Nessie on a full-day tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, and see Ben Nevis which is the highest mountain in the UK. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the Highlands, then find Nessie on a cruise! Head back to Edinburgh via beautiful Perthshire.

Highlights

Drive through the Scottish Highlands on a full-day tour to Loch Ness
See Ben Nevis; the highest mountain in the United Kingdom
Go monster watching on an optional Loch Ness boat cruise
See the underwater life at Loch Ness via hi-tech imaging systems
Enjoy Scottish shortbread and sandwiches with a complimentary lunch

Description

Embark on a full-day guided trip to Loch Ness from Edinburgh and tour the Scottish Highlands. See the UK's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, keep an eye out for Nessie on a boat cruise and enjoy a picnic lunch. Head north from Edinburgh and pass the imposing ramparts of Stirling Castle. Skirt the Trossachs Rob Roy country, and cross the wilds of Rannoch Moor before stopping at dramatic Glencoe; the scene of the infamous 1692 massacre. Your journey takes you through Fort William. Pass Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain, before entering the Great Glen. Arrive at the pretty Highland village of Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness, and enjoy a lovely picnic with freshly made sandwiches, shortbread, and chips. If you fancy something more substantial, your guide will happily recommend some great local cafes. Take an optional boat cruise on the loch, go for a scenic hike, or just relax by the Caledonian Canal. If you choose to sail along the waters of Loch Ness, it really is an unforgettable experience. Your boat is equipped with the latest hi-tech color, sonar, and underwater imaging system, giving you a fascinating view of the underwater terrain and life. You might even see Nessie! You can also relax with a coffee or beer in the onboard bar. Having seen the best of the Scottish Highlands, it's time to head back to Edinburgh via shimmering Loch Laggan and the wild and lonely Drumochter Pass. Head south and enter Perthshire, a land of forests, rivers, and mountains. See the spectacular Forth Bridge before arriving back in Edinburgh at around 20:00.

Includes

Local Scottish guide Transportation by air-conditioned bus with WiFi Picnic lunch Loch Ness boat cruise (if option is selected) Downloadable Audio Guides Available

Important Information

This tour involves a long day of driving, and covers over 300 miles (500km) in 12 hours Travel insurance is recommended Anyone aged 5-17 must be accompanied by an adult