The Experience
Itinerary
Loch Ness
Starting our Loch Ness tour from Edinburgh, we pass the imposing ramparts of Stirling Castle and drive through the Trossachs National Park, Rob Roy country. We cross the wilds of Rannoch Moor before stopping at dramatic Glen Coe, the scene of the infamous massacre in 1692. We drive through Fort William, passing Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain, before entering the Great Glen.
Next, your tour continues to Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness. Here, you have the chance to take a boat cruise on the loch, go for a scenic walk or simply relax by the Caledonian Canal in this charming Highland village.
We journey past shimmering Loch Laggan before climbing over the wild and lonely Drumochter Pass in the Cairngorms National Park. Heading south, we enter Perthshire, a land of forests, rivers and mountains. We continue south over the Firth of Forth with views of the spectacular Forth Bridges, arriving back in Edinburgh in the evening.
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Tour Highlights
What's Included
Optional Experiences
These experiences can be added at checkout and are operated by independent local providers.
Get the chance to explore the depths of the mysterious Loch Ness and search for the legendary monster that is Nessie. The boat uses the very latest high-tech colour sonar and underwater imaging systems to enhance the search for the monster. Sit back and marvel at the bonnie banks of the loch while enjoying a hot drink or a dram of whisky in the onboard bar. Reserve your cruise at the time of booking to guarantee your seat. Cruise duration is approximately 1 hour.
Explore the historic site of the intense Battle of Culloden, where the Jacobite clansmen faced their final defeat. This visit offers a profound glimpse into the dramatic end of the Jacobite uprising and the heritage of the Scottish clans. Adult from £14. Tickets are subject to availability.
Armadale Castle is the ancestral home of Clan MacDonald. The castle’s beautiful ruins sit amidst glorious gardens and woodland. The museum captures a 1500 year history of the Highlands & Islands through a range of engaging exhibits and artefacts. Tickets are subject to availability.
In the Moment
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Loch Ness tour departs from Edinburgh city centre. For departure details and pick-up location, visit our Departure Info page.
With plenty of comfort breaks and photo stops along the way, our Loch Ness tour from Edinburgh is approximately 12 and a half hours long*.
*Length of tour may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions.
The Loch Ness boat cruise is an optional add-on and is not included in the tour price.
You can add a ticket for the Loch Ness boat tour at the time of booking, at an additional fee. The journey on the Loch Ness boat cruise is approximately 50 minutes long and offers spectacular views of the loch and the chance to learn about the mysterious Loch Ness Monster.
If you don’t do the boat cruise then you have free time for a relaxed walk along the shores of Loch Ness, the Caledonian Canal, or around the Highland village of Fort Augustus.
Since Nessie has been a bit camera-shy lately, we can't make any promises. Your Loch Ness tour offers stunning views and intriguing stories about this legendary creature. However, capturing a selfie with Nessie might require a touch of Loch Ness magic!
If you are still determined to see Nessie, consider adding the Loch Ness boat tour as an optional add-on (reserve at the time of booking). The boat comes equipped with a sonar system, giving you a peek beneath the waves for any monster-related activity!
