Edinburgh: 2-Day Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Tour

West Lothian, Edinburgh



2-day tour of the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh. Travel towards Inverness where you will be spending the night, visiting sights that are of most interest to you on a personalized tour.

Highland and Loch Ness 2-Day Custom Tour from Edinburgh

This flexible 2-day tour explores the Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness, and iconic castles, suitable for history and nature enthusiasts.

Tour Highlights

  • Visit Glencoe, a filming location for Harry Potter and Skyfall
  • Try monster hunting at Loch Ness
  • See famous castles featured in Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Game of Thrones, and Outlander
  • Enjoy Scottish food and drink tastings along the route
  • Customize your itinerary to include preferred sites and activities

Description

Experience the wild beauty of the Highlands on this immersive 2-day tour. The farther north you travel, the wilder the landscape becomes. This tour offers time to enjoy scenic views, local hospitality, and activities such as short walks, distillery visits, and boat tours.

If you prefer fewer castles or want to spend more time in specific places, the itinerary is flexible to suit your interests. Summer tours benefit from longer daylight hours to explore more destinations.

Potential stops include:

  • Doune Castle
  • Stirling Castle
  • Linlithgow Palace
  • The Kelpies
  • Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle
  • Highland Distilleries
  • Blair Castle
  • Highland Folk Museum
  • Culloden Battlefield
  • Dunkeld
  • South Queensferry

The guides accommodate your preferences, making this tour ideal for travellers seeking a deeper experience beyond typical sightseeing.

Includes

  • Tour guide and driver
  • Fully insured vehicle

Excludes

  • Accommodation
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees to attractions

Important Information

  • Contact the activity provider before booking to confirm availability of your preferred language on selected dates

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book in advance and dress for variable Highland weather. Summer is the best season for longer touring days.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Glencoe, Loch Ness, and several famous castles featured in Monty Python, Game of Thrones, and Outlander.
Yes, the itinerary is flexible, allowing you to include preferred sites and activities during the tour.
The tour departs and returns to central Edinburgh, with exact meeting points provided upon booking.
The tour features Scottish food and drink tastings along the route as part of the experience.
Each day involves a full-day itinerary, with travel and sightseeing from morning until evening.
Yes, the tour offers a Loch Ness monster hunting experience as part of the itinerary.
You will visit castles famous for appearances in Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Game of Thrones, and Outlander.
Yes, the tour combines natural landscapes like Glencoe and Loch Ness with visits to historic castles, appealing to both interests.
This tour operates year-round, but check the website for current availability and seasonal conditions.
Transportation is included, but accommodation arrangements should be confirmed at booking or organized separately.

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