Loch Ness & the Scottish Highlands: 2 Day Tour
Loch Ness & the Scottish Highlands: 2 Day Tour Itinerary
On the morning of your tour, you'll be picked up from the meeting point in the heart of Edinburgh ready for your two-day adventure into the Scottish Highlands. The first stop on your tour will be Luss, a picturesque conservation village on the banks of Loch Lomond.
Your route will take you further north, alongside the banks of the famous loch and through the rugged countryside of Scotland. Admire the dramatic scenery of Rannoch Moor and the beautiful Black Mount mountain range, before reaching Glencoe. Here, you'll make a stop to stroll around this mythical place, where in 1692 the Clan Macdonald Massacre took place.
Back on the road, you'll head up to Fort William, a historic town in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain's tallest mountain. After enjoying lunch in the town, your route will take you around the shoreline of the iconic Loch Ness. From your luxury coach you'll see the Medieval ruins of Urquhart Castle... we can't guarantee you'll see any monsters though! Concluding the first day of your Scottish Highlands tour, you'll arrive in the city of Inverness in the early evening, where you'll spend the night in a hotel.
On the second day of your tour, you'll have the opportunity to tailor your itinerary to suit your interests. You might choose to visit Culloden Battlefield to discover the history of the Jacobite uprisings and Bonnie Prince Charlie; explore the fascinating ancient stones of the Neolithic Clava Cairns; or indulge in a whisky tasting at Dalwhinnie Distillery.
After lunch, you'll be taken south to Ruthven Barracks, a historic military settlement, and The Hermitage, where you'll enjoy a tranquil walk in the beautiful Scottish woodlands (summer months only), before you cross back over the Forth Bridge to Edinburgh, arriving around 7:30 pm.
Important information
- Luggage is restricted to one medium sized suitcase per person.
- Please note: this tour returns to Edinburgh Waverley Station, about a 15 minute walk from the original departure point.
- Optional extras are not included on this tour to allow you to tailor your trip to your interests, however, there is a discounted rate available for you to enter attractions on the day: Culloden Battlefield costs £6.50 per person, and Dalwhinnie Distillery is £4 for one tasting, £5 for two, £6 for three (prices correct as of April 2019). Please bear in mind that some attractions do not accept credit cards, so we recommend bringing enough cash for the entrance fees.
- Children under 5 years old are not permitted on this tour.
More Information
Duration
2 days.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Knowledgeable English speaking driver guide.
Transport by luxury air conditioned coach.
1 night bed and breakfast accommodation.
Written translations available on request.
Not included
Food and drinks.
Entrance to attractions.
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
Provider
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Timberbush Tours
Corporate name: Timberbush tours Limited
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 6 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
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