Inverness and The Highlands 2-Day Tour from Edinburgh

Scottish Highlands, Edinburgh



Enjoy an exciting 2-day discovery tour from Edinburgh that takes you through the best of the Highlands. Admire beautiful scenery on a journey to famous sights such as Glencoe and Loch Ness.

Scottish Highlands 2-Day Guided Tour from Edinburgh

This 2-day guided tour departs from Edinburgh, ideal for travelers seeking to explore the Scottish Highlands by mini-coach.

Description

Travel in a comfortable mini-coach from Edinburgh through dramatic mountain scenery to discover key Highland locations. Visit Glenfinnan Viaduct, famous for its appearance in Harry Potter films, and see Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Explore Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, then spend the first night in Inverness, the northernmost city in the UK.

On day two, visit Culloden Moor, the site of the last battle on British soil in 1746, and the nearby prehistoric Clava Cairns. Drive through Cairngorms National Park, the largest in the British Isles, and stop for lunch in a local village. Later, visit the Highland town of Pitlochry before finishing with a riverside walk in Dunkeld and returning to Edinburgh via the Forth Rail Bridge.

Itinerary Highlights

  • Stirling Castle and National Wallace Monument
  • Glen Coe and Glenfinnan Viaduct (April to October only)
  • Ben Nevis and Loch Ness with Urquhart Castle
  • Overnight stay in Inverness with accommodation booking support
  • Culloden Moor battlefield and Clava Cairns prehistoric site
  • Scenic drive through Cairngorms National Park
  • Lunch in a Cairngorms village and visit to Pitlochry
  • Riverside walk in Dunkeld and return via Forth Rail Bridge

Includes

  • Guided tour in English
  • Transportation on a Mercedes mini-coach
  • Small group size (maximum 16 passengers)
  • Live commentary onboard

Excludes

  • Accommodation (overnight stay in Inverness required)
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees
  • Optional gratuities

Important Information

  • Accommodation cost is not included; budget for one night in Inverness
  • After booking, inform the tour provider of your preferred accommodation choice

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.

Book early to secure preferred accommodation. Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. The best time to visit Glenfinnan Viaduct is between April and October when the Hogwarts Express operates.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Glenfinnan Viaduct, Ben Nevis, Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, and Culloden Moor.
The tour departs from central Edinburgh, with the exact meeting point provided upon booking.
Travelers explore the Highlands by comfortable mini-coach throughout the 2-day tour.
Yes, the tour includes one night accommodation in Inverness.
Yes, the tour features a visit to Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle on the first day.
Operating days vary by season; check the tour website for current availability.
Yes, there is free time to explore Inverness after arriving on the first day.
The tour lasts two full days, departing from Edinburgh and returning the following day.
Culloden Moor is visited on the second day of the Highlands tour after overnighting in Inverness.
Meals are generally not included; check the tour details for meal options and recommendations.

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