Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 12-hour adventure from Edinburgh and experience the very best of the Scottish Highlands. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury mini-coach with a friendly, knowledgeable guide and a small group of no more than 16 people – ensuring a relaxed, personalised experience.
Marvel at the dramatic landscapes of Glencoe, steeped in history and surrounded by towering peaks. Continue your journey through rugged Highland scenery to the picturesque village of Fort Augustus.
Here, you’ll enjoy a cruise on the mysterious Loch Ness, where you can soak up breath-taking views and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the elusive Nessie! With the water stretching out against a backdrop of forested hills, this is a true highlight of the day.
Afterwards, travel through the stunning Cairngorms National Park, passing natural landmarks. Your final stop is the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry, where you can enjoy a short stroll before the scenic drive back to Edinburgh.
What's Included
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Admission Fee - includes 50 minute cruise on Loch Ness
- The chance to see "Nessie", the Loch Ness monster
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Admission Fees unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Edinburgh EH1 3AY
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Glencoe Mountain
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Loch Ness
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Cairngorms National Park (Pass By)
Spean Bridge
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pitlochry
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Forth Road Bridge (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check-in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. This tour will depart from Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Check-in will close at 07:30 (tour will depart at 07:45).
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
- Loch Ness cruise – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
- Please note, this tour returns to Edinburgh around 20:00 PM
- *The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice.
- **This route may be reversed on some occasions.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach.
- Admission Fee - includes 50 minute cruise on Loch Ness.
- The chance to see "Nessie", the Loch Ness monster.
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers).
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide.
- Admission Fees unless specified.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop off.
- Food and drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Admission Fee - includes 50 minute cruise on Loch Ness
- The chance to see "Nessie", the Loch Ness monster
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Admission Fees unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check-in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. This tour will depart from Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Check-in will close at 07:30 (tour will depart at 07:45).
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
- Loch Ness cruise – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
- Please note, this tour returns to Edinburgh around 20:00 PM
- *The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice.
- **This route may be reversed on some occasions.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
