Loch ness tours from edinburgh reviews năm 2024

Leaving Edinburgh behind, we head towards Stirling with its ancient Castle then stop for morning coffee at Kilmahog.

Next, it’s Rob Roy Country and dramatic Rannoch Moor before arriving at the Weeping Glen – Glen Coe, the infamous site of the 1692 Massacre of the resident MacDonalds by Government troops of the Campbell Clan.

After a short drive, we arrive at Fort William, which sits in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain.

After time for lunch, there’s a photo stop at Spean Bridge before we enter the scenic beauty of the famous Great Glen, a landscape of soaring mountains and shimmering lochs.

Our journey follows the route of the Caledonian Canal to Loch Ness and the impressive ruins of Urquhart Castle.

The Castle provides an excellent vantage point to see the deepest part of the loch. Here you can enjoy an optional visit to the Castle and take a short cruise on the loch.

On our homeward journey, we pass by Inverness then enter the wild beauty of the Cairngorms National Park.

Our descent through the Grampian Mountains takes us into scenic Perthshire, “Big Tree Country”.

The last part of our tour takes us through the ancient Kingdom of Fife to the famous Forth Rail Bridge and the conclusion of our tour in Edinburgh.

Please note that this tour may operate in reverse.

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Loch Ness, house of the famous monster, may have been one of the first things that you heard about Scotland. A day trip from Edinburgh will give you the opportunity to go and look for the creature.

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Tour Description

Crossing the spectacular landscapes of Cairngorms National Park, we will arrive in Victorian Pitlochry, before visiting Inverness, the most important city of the Scottish Highlands. The tour guide who will accompany you during the trip will share with you all the secrets and stories about these places.

And once we get to Loch Ness, you may decide to visit Urquhart Castle and take a boat trip on the Loch Ness and enjoy the breathtaking views while you look for the monster, locally called Nessie.

On the way back we will see Mount Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the United Kingdom. We will travel across some of the more emblematic landscapes in Scotland, as the Trossachs or the magnificent Glencoe Valley, where you will see the impressive Three Sisters and still be in time to dine in Edinburgh.

Why choose us for your excursion to Loch Ness?

• Enjoy the best-rated trips to the Highlands
• Unbeatable value
• An expert tour guide will accompany you during your trip
• 24/7 availability
• The most complete route

What does the price include?

• Professional tour guide
• Transport

Not included in the price

• Entrance tickets to monuments and attractions
• Private expenses

Optional tickets

• Urquhart Castle and Cruise on Loch Ness: £27 adults / £20 children (cash payment only)

The route

Early departure from Edinburgh at 8 am. You will cross the Cairngorms Park to get to Pitlochry, a little village where you will be able to have breakfast before we head on for the Highlands.

After leaving Cairngorms Park, you will travel to Inverness, the capital of the Highlands and the most important city in northern Scotland.

From there, straight to Loch Ness, where you can visit Urquhart Castle and navigate the lake looking for Nessie.

On the way back, after seeing the touching Commando Memorial, we will stop in the impressive Glencoe Valley, facing the amazing Three Sisters.

After passing by Stirling, we will be back in downtown Edinburgh around 8.30 pm.

Detailed route

• Departure from Edinburgh

  (8 am)

• Bridges over the Forth River

  When head towards the Highlands, we will cross over the Forth estuary by one of its bridges, currently a flagship. Forth Bridge in particular, the red railway bridge, whose construction became a landmark in British engineering.

• Pitlochry

  Our first stop is in a Scottish National Park, Cairngorms, site of the splendid Victorian Pitlochry Villa. You will have the opportunity to take a stroll or drink a cup of coffee before we head on for Loch Ness.

• Inverness

  Here, in Inverness, you will take a panoramic tour of the most emblematic places of the Highland capital city without having to get out of the car. Tour the most impressive points of Inverness while your guide tells you interesting secrets of this imposing northern city.

• Loch Ness

  After visiting Inverness, you will reach the shores of Loch Ness, where you can take photos and enjoy this immense lake, one of the most famous in the world and one of the hallmarks of Scotland. While visiting Loch Ness, pay close attention to the water and maybe, just maybe, be the next person to sport Nessie.

• Urquhart Castle

  Let yourself be blown away by the incredible landscapes and sceneries on the way to Urquhart Castle. Once there, you will have the option to head inside the castle and take a nice boat tour in search of the famous Loch Ness Monster.

• Commando Memorial Viewpoint

  This lost corner in the Highlands served as training ground for the Scottish soldiers that would later be sent to fight in WWII. From this point, in the middle of a spectacular mountainous landscape, you can see the Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the United Kingdom.

• Glencoe

  Be ready for a breathtaking view at about 11.00, when one of the most impressive landscapes opens before your eyes, the Three Sisters in Glencoe Valley. You will not want to leave without having a photo taken. This is one of the more emblematic places in the Scottish Highlands. Not to be missed.

• Loch Tulla and Rannooch Moor

  To continue discovering Scotland while you are on your way to Loch Ness, we will stop at the beautiful Loch Tulla and in the peculiar Rannooch Moor, both of them will show you some of the typical landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.

Stirling

When we go to Edinburgh on our return, we will pass by Stirling Castle, one of the most important fortresses in Scotland, located in the highest part of Stirling's medieval Old Town.

Can you do a day trip to Loch Ness from Edinburgh?

One day tour Explore some of the finest scenery in Europe - The Scottish Highlands, a land of sky-high mountains, tranquil sea lochs and fairy-tale castles. The main attraction of this popular tour is the leisurely stop at Loch Ness. Discover the highlights of Scotland in just one day!

How much time do you need at Loch Ness?

Loch Ness is a vast and ancient loch, full of history, legend and romance. It takes around 2.5 hours to drive around the whole loch, and there is plenty to see on the way. So if you only have one day to experience it, take a Loch Ness day trip and see some of the highlights. This itinerary will keep you busy all day.

Is Loch Ness closer to Edinburgh or Glasgow?

Loch Ness is 580 miles away from London, 460 miles from Birmingham, 380 miles from Manchester, 290 miles from Newcastle, 180 miles from Glasgow and 170 miles from Edinburgh. That doesn't mean it's difficult to get here, though!

Can you do a day trip from Edinburgh to the Highlands?

Guided tours go from Edinburgh to the Highlands, where you'll find jaw-dropping locations at the likes of Glencoe and Loch Ness. Or opt for a tour which takes in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park and a stop to see the mighty Kelpies by Andy Scott, two huge horse-head sculptures.