From Edinburgh: 2-Day Loch Ness, Inverness & Highlands Tour
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Edinburgh
Join our 2-day Loch Ness, Inverness, and Highlands tour from Edinburgh. Travel in comfort to explore rivers, lochs, and mountains and dive into Highland history with an overnight stay in Inverness.
Loch Ness, Inverness and Highlands 2-Day Tour from Edinburgh
This guided 2-day tour from Edinburgh suits travellers seeking to explore Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness, and historical sites like Culloden Battlefield and Glencoe.
Highlights
- Pass through the dramatic Glencoe Valley and learn its history
- View Loch Ness and watch for the Loch Ness Monster
- Visit Culloden Battlefield, site of the 1746 Jacobite defeat
- See the banks of Loch Lomond en route
- Stop at Fort Augustus and take photos of Urquhart Castle ruins if time allows
Description
Day One: Depart Edinburgh in the morning, picking up passengers in Glasgow before heading to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park for a comfort break. Continue north to Glencoe, known for its dramatic scenery and the 1692 MacDonald clan massacre.
Next, travel to Fort William for a loch-side lunch, then visit the Commando Memorial with views of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. Proceed to Loch Ness, stopping at Fort Augustus with its lochfront vistas. Time permitting, pause for photos at Urquhart Castle ruins. The day ends with arrival and overnight accommodation in Inverness.
Day Two: After breakfast, visit Culloden Battlefield, site of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s defeat. Explore Bronze Age burial site Clava Cairns, then take a photo stop at Carrbridge before entering Cairngorms National Park. Enjoy lunch by Loch Morlich and spot local wildlife.
Visit Ruthven Barracks, a former military garrison from post-Jacobite Rising times. On return to Edinburgh, there is an optional visit to Blair Athol Distillery for a tour and whisky tasting; if unavailable, explore Pitlochry instead. The journey finishes crossing the Queensferry Crossing before arriving back in Edinburgh.
Includes
- Transportation in a modern air-conditioned bus
- Live commentary by the driver/guide
- Digital written translations on request
- Accommodation based on selected option
Excludes
- Entry to Culloden Battlefield (optional)
- Blair Athol Distillery tour (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Onboard restrooms
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Tour starts at 8:30am in Edinburgh, with Glasgow pickup at 9:50am
- One medium-sized suitcase (63-67 cm/25-26 in) allowed; slightly larger luggage accepted subject to space
- Collapsible lightweight wheelchairs with removable wheels accepted if accompanied by an assistant
- Children under 4 years are not permitted
- Minimum 6 passengers required for operation
- Culloden Battlefield visitor centre open only in summer
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 7 days in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring a camera and warm clothing. Booking in advance is advised, especially during peak season.
