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£59/ adult

Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands

On the journey to monsters and mountains

Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands

From Glasgow

4.9/5

Duration:

1 day

Led by:

Expert local guide

Group size:

Max 16 people

Travel by:

Mini Coach

Your story begins...

Bewildering. That’s the word that comes to mind, whether you’re referring to the stories, landscapes, or legends... Scotland is bewildering. Journey deep into the Highlands of Scotland on our monster-sized day tour. Hear the legendary stories of the Jacobites, gaze at the gorgeous complexities of Glen Coe’s landscape, and have your chance to spot the mythical Loch Ness Monster. This tour is perfect if you’re short on time and want to see as much of Scotland as you can.

What you'll experience

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Fort Augustus

Built around a complex series of locks, this village is a great spot to watch boats on the edge of Loch Ness.

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Loch Ness

This place needs no introduction! Take to the waters to hunt the infamous Nessie or simply soak in the majesty of this once in a lifetime visit.

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Highland Perthshire

Endless forested slopes and rugged, fast-flowing rivers make the heart of central Scotland truly extraordinary.

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Glencoe

Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.

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Great Glen

This humongous fault line through the Scottish Highlands is as historically significant as it is beautiful.

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Rannoch Moor

Admire the unforgettable views of this epic expanse of untouched wilderness.

Includes

  • Travel in Luxury 16 Seat Mini Coach
  • Expert Local Guide
  • 44lbs (20kg) Luggage Allowance
  • Off the Beaten Track Locations

Optional Extras

  • Tickets for Loch Ness Boat Trip

Excludes

  • Flights, Transfers and Accommodation
  • Food & Drink
Day 1
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Pick up time: 7.45am

Location: Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, (Stance between 23 to 32), Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW

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Morning

Glasgow to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

Leave behind Glasgow's urban bustle as we journey toward Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The flat expanse of the Lowlands gradually transforms into rugged peaks, forested glens, and the shimmering waters of Loch Lomond. Framed by majestic mountains and dotted with over 30 islands, this iconic loch has inspired songs and poems for centuries. A stop here reveals why it remains one of Scotland's most celebrated landscapes.

Mid Morning

Highlands, Glencoe and Great Glen

Continuing north, we traverse the vast, open landscapes of Rannoch Moor before arriving at Glencoe, one of Scotland's most iconic natural landmarks. Known for its dramatic, rugged slopes, this beautiful area has been featured in films and has many stories to tell. Your driver-guide may share the tragic tale of the MacDonald clan that has lingered in this valley for over 300 years. Next, we enter the glacial valley known as the Great Glen and pass beneath the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain's tallest mountain.

Afternoon

Lunch in Fort Augustus and Loch Ness

After this visual feast of towering peaks, you arrive in Fort Augustus, situated on the banks of Loch Ness. With around an hour and a half to explore, you can decide how to spend your time. Stroll along the Caledonian Canal, enjoy lunch, or gaze out at the legendary loch. Alternatively, you can wander through the village and embark on a 50-minute circular cruise, and perhaps catch a glimpse of Nessie. Your journey south is filled with classic Highland scenery. As you travel past the Cairngorms National Park, you'll enjoy a few breaks and various photo stops along the way. Gradually, the dramatic mountains soften and become cloaked in lush forest as you approach Pitlochry.

Early Evening

Pitlochry to Glasgow

Our final stop is in Pitlochry, a quintessential Scottish town nestled among the hills. Take a stroll along the High Street and imagine the Victorian visitors who once explored this charming place, seeking the tranquillity of the Highlands. As we continue south, the scenery transforms from the forested hills and mountains of Highland Perthshire to the softer, rolling fields of the Lowlands, and we pass through Stirling on our way back to Glasgow.


You return to Glasgow at approximately 7.15pm.

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