Description
Ready to become a monster hunter? As we journey deep into the Scottish Highlands, you’ll hear legendary stories of the Jacobites as you’re bewildered by the beauty of Glencoe. This tour is packed with as much Scotland as we could fit in, but most of all, it gives you the chance to spot the mythical Loch Ness Monster.
What you’ll experience
- Glencoe — Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.
- Loch Ness — Take to the waters to hunt the infamous Nessie or simply soak in the majesty of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Rannoch Moor — Admire the unforgettable views of this epic expanse of untouched wilderness.
- The Great Glen — A humongous fault line through the Scottish Highlands, as historically significant as it is beautiful.
- Highland Perthshire — Endless forested slopes and rugged, fast-flowing rivers make the heart of central Scotland truly extraordinary.
- Fort Augustus — Built around a complex series of locks, this village is a great spot to watch boats on the edge of Loch Ness.
Itinerary — Day 1
Pick up: 7.45am — Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ
Morning — Edinburgh to the Trossachs National Park: Head north past the Kelpies and Stirling Castle, cross the ancient fault line into the majestic Highlands, and break in a quaint Highland town.
Mid Morning — Highlands & Glencoe: Traverse Rannoch Moor before arriving at Glencoe, with time for photo stops.
Afternoon — Great Glen to Fort Augustus & Loch Ness: Enter the glacial Great Glen beneath Ben Nevis, then arrive in Fort Augustus for lunch and time to explore. Optional 50-minute Loch Ness cruise.
Early Evening — Fort Augustus through the Highlands to Edinburgh: Return via Cairngorms National Park and Perthshire, with a view of the UNESCO-listed Forth Rail Bridge. Return to Edinburgh approximately 8.00pm.
What’s Included
- Travel in Luxury 16 Seat Mini Coach
- Expert Local Guide
- 1x small checked bag allowance (22in x 17in x 10in)
- Off the Beaten Track Locations
What’s Not Included
- Flights, Transfers and Accommodation
- Food & Drink
- Tickets for Loch Ness Boat Trip (optional extra)
