Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness Day Trip from Glasgow

12 hours • Cancellable until 1 day beforeMeet on locationInstant confirmationMin age 5+Guided • Operated by Highland Explorer Tours

Why we love it?

The Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness tour offers a full-day experience departing from Glasgow, ideal for nature enthusiasts and those seeking to explore Scotland's iconic landscapes. Participants will enjoy a scenic drive through Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, renowned for its stunning vistas and diverse wildlife. The highlight of the tour is a relaxing boat cruise on Loch Ness, where guests can take in the serene beauty of the loch while keeping an eye out for its legendary inhabitant. Led by a passionate local guide, this tour provides insights into the rich history and culture of the region, making it a distinctive experience for both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers.
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Inclusions

  • Passionate Local Guide
  • Loch Ness Boat Cruise

Exclusions

  • Loch Ness Boat Cruise 

Itinerary

Discover Loch Ness with an optional boat tour, plus explore Glen Coe and the stunning Highlands

Start your day with a scenic drive through Loch Lomond & The
Trossachs National Park, where you’ll soak up views of Scotland’s first national park and the legendary landscapes that inspired tales of Rob Roy.

Next, venture into the dramatic Highlands, with a stop at the
hauntingly beautiful Glen Coe, known for its towering peaks and
tragic history.

As we travel further north, enjoy stunning views of the Commando Monument and the Nevis Range, home to Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis.

Arriving in the charming village of Fort Augustus, you’ll have time to explore the banks of Loch Ness. Keep an eye out for Nessie while on your boat cruise. The journey continues through the rugged beauty of Cairngorms National Park, before heading back south, returning to Glasgow in the evening

Meet at the Buchanan Street  Bus Station. Stance 23 to 32 (look out for a blue bus)  Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW.

Please Note

  • Check-in closes 15 minutes prior to your departure time.
  • A cancellation needs to be made 24 hours before the departure time in order to receive a full refund. 
  • We are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals. 
  • Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
  • Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card.
  • Travel insurance is recommended
  • Please note that we cannot guarantee that people who have booked together will be seated together. We do not allocate seats.
  • It is very important to return to the coach on time at itinerary stops. Your guide will display the time that the bus departson a clock that will be visible. 
  • Please be advised that children under 5 years old may not take part in the tour, while anyone under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • There are no maximum age restrictions
  • Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

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