If you've only got a day, but want to get to the heart Scotland's history and mystery, this tour is for you. It's the 'monster of all trips,' offering you some of the most famous sites and scenery that Scotland has to offer.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 12.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Itinerary
8.5 hours
Edinburgh
- 2 hours
Pitlochry (coffee)
Loch Ness
Lunch
Boat cruise
- Optional
Urquhart Castle
- Optional
Commando Memorial (photo stop)
Glencoe (photo stop)
Coffee
- 2 hours
Edinburgh
Meeting point
Main stop
Other stop
Highlights
- See the best of Scotland, all in one day
- Learn the true story of William Wallace
- Look for the Loch Ness monster
- Drive through the beautiful Cairngorms National Park
Full description
Your day begins on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, where a coach will pick you up for your day of adventure. As you head towards the Highlands, you will see the amazing Forth Bridges. Then try some delicious home baking in the beautiful Highland town of Pitlochry.
From there, continue on through the Cairngorms National Park, where you will enjoy stunning scenery amidst the unique wilderness of the National Park.
Take a break for lunch at Loch Ness, which is famous all over the world for its beauty and mystery. From here, you will have the chance to take a 'monster spotting' cruise and visit Urquhart Castle (optional extra ticket) and look for the famous monster for yourself!
After lunch, visit Glen Coe, a broodingly beautiful spot that is steeped in history. As you stand at the mouth of the glen, you'll feel the past come to life as your guide tells you about the terrible massacre of the Clan.
On your way home, you pass by the beautiful city of Stirling, where you can see its stunning castle and learn more about the exploits of William Wallace that were dramatized in the film Braveheart.
Includes
- Transportation
- Driver
- Guide
- Entrance tickets
- Loch Cruise
Not suitable for
- Children under 3 years
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- You must keep social distance while in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
- You will receive a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Meet at the check-in desk inside Caffé Nero, 1 Parliament Square, Royal Mile Edinburgh EH1 1RE. Please be at the departure point 15 minutes before the tour starts to check-in.
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Know before you go
- Children under 3 years old are not allowed on the tour
- Please note that on December 26 you will be unable to visit Urquhart Castle or take the Loch Ness cruise