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A blue and white boat with 'Spirit of Loch Ness' written on the side, sailing on a calm lake with hills in the background. 1
A lock with a bridge, houses, and mountains in the background. 2
A sign reading 'Loch Ness Welcome to Fort Augustus' with a lake and hills in the background. 3
A calm lake with a boat, surrounded by trees and mountains. 4
A canal with boats, a lock, and houses in the background. 5
By Discover Scotland Tours

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $89 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h 45m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Experience the Scottish Highlands on a small-group day tour from Glasgow, led by an expert local driver-guide renowned for engaging storytelling and deep local knowledge.

    With a maximum of 16 guests, enjoy a more relaxed journey through iconic landscapes including Glencoe, the Great Glen and Loch Ness, with time to truly appreciate each stop rather than rushing between locations.

    Guest reviews consistently highlight the quality of our driver-guides, praised for their knowledge, humour and ability to bring Scotland’s scenery and history to life.

    At Loch Ness, an optional 50 minute cruise is available on the day (subject to availability and payable locally). Guests who prefer not to join the cruise can enjoy free time in the village and along the loch shoreline instead.

Activity location

  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    • Stirlingshire, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Buchanan Bus Station
    • Killermont Street
    • G2 3NW, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small Group Tour from Glasgow

  • Earn $2.66
  • Activity duration is 11 hours and 45 minutes11h 45m
    11h 45m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 7:45AM
Price details
$88.55 x 1 Adult$88.55
Total
Price is $88.55

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Air-Conditioned mini-coach transport
  • Inclusions
    Small-group tour with a maximum of 16 travellers
  • Inclusions
    Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Exclusions
    Food and Refreshments
  • Exclusions
    Optional 50 minute Loch Ness cruise (available on the day, payable locally)
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • We cannot accommodate children under the age of 5
    • Your tour departs from Buchanan Bus Station, from Stances 23–32. The latest check-in time is 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check the information boards for the exact stance, listed as Discover Scotland Tours – Loch Ness. Late arrivals may be unable to join the tour.

Activity itinerary

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

  • 30m
We stop within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park for a morning refreshment break. Enjoy views across the loch and surrounding landscapes, with time to stretch your legs and take photos before continuing north.

Glencoe

  • 15m
One of Scotland’s most iconic and atmospheric valleys, Glencoe is renowned for its dramatic scenery and powerful history. We stop here to allow guests to step off the minibus, take photographs, and admire the landscape while learning more about the events that shaped this famous glen.

Ben Nevis (Pass by)

As we travel through Fort William, there is an opportunity to view Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, through the minibus’s large panoramic windows on clear days.

Fort Augustus

  • 1h 15m
Our small group stops in the historic village of Fort Augustus, located at the southern end of Loch Ness. This is our main stop of the day, allowing time to enjoy lunch, explore the village, watch boats pass through the Caledonian Canal locks, and take in views along the loch.

Loch Ness

  • 50m
  • Admission ticket not included
At Loch Ness, guests have the option to join an optional 50-minute cruise (available on the day and payable locally). Those who choose not to take the cruise can spend additional time exploring Fort Augustus or enjoying views along the loch.

Cairngorms National Park (Pass by)

As we travel south along the A9, passing through the Cairngorms National Park, enjoy views of wide open Highland landscapes and mountain scenery from the minibus.

Perthshire

  • 45m
We make an evening refreshment stop in the Perthshire area, offering a final opportunity to relax, stretch your legs, and enjoy the scenery before returning to Glasgow.

Location

Activity location

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    Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    • Stirlingshire, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Buchanan Bus Station
    • Killermont Street
    • G2 3NW, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

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