Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness Day Tour

From£59.2
11 hours
Glasgow, United Kingdom

About this activity

Experience the breathtaking Scottish Highlands and the legendary Loch Ness on this full-day guided tour from Glasgow, featuring historic sites and stunning landscapes.

Highlights

  • Explore the Scottish Highlands
  • Visit the iconic Loch Ness
  • Discover historic castles
  • Enjoy scenic landscapes
  • Learn about Scottish history

Full description

Set off from Glasgow on an unforgettable journey through the Scottish Highlands, where you'll traverse rugged terrains and picturesque valleys. Pause at historic castles that whisper tales of Scotland's rich past. The highlight of the day is a visit to the legendary Loch Ness, famed for its mysterious waters and the elusive Nessie. Along the way, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside, with its rolling hills and serene lochs. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, folklore, and natural splendor, making it an essential experience for any traveler seeking to delve into Scotland's heart.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Scottish Highlands
  • Visit to Loch Ness
  • Transportation from Glasgow
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, UK

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in English; proficiency is recommended.
  • Children under 5 years may not be permitted; check with the operator.
  • Pets are not allowed on the tour.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a waterproof jacket in case of rain.
  • Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
  • Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
  • In cases of extreme weather, the Loch Ness boat cruise may be cancelled on short notice. If you have purchased ticket for this you will be refunded.
  • Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5.
  • The tour may operate with our sister company, HAGGiS Adventures.
  • If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset.
  • Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus.
  • The order of the itinerary route is subject to change.

Traveler reviews

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Beyond five stars

If I could give more than five stars, I absolutely would! The Highland & Loch Ness tour was an unforgettable experience, and Scott made it exceptional. He was kind, energetic, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. His enthusiasm for the Highlands was contagious, making every story and stop fascinating. Scott regularly checked that everyone was comfortable, whether it was the temperature or if anyone was feeling travel sick, and he made plenty of photo stops at breathtaking viewpoints. His great sense of humour kept everyone entertained throughout the journey. I also really appreciated that there were pre-recorded audio guides available in different languages. They were perfect for anyone whose first language isn't English or for anyone who wanted to listen again in case they missed something. I honestly can't imagine a better way to explore the Highlands. On my own, I wouldn't even have known where to begin or how to find so many incredible places. Highly recommended!

199shannonzJul 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Highland and Loch Ness tour

Great experience and very fun! Scott was the best tour guide and gave great history facts but also kept it humorous. There was detours on the road but didn’t stop us from getting to see everything and more! Sheep, horses, emus, coos and of course we kept out eyes out for nessie. Highly recommend

rubyrX7349RSJul 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Greatest journey so far

An extremely great trip, amazing places, great organization. Huge thanks for the experience. The price was also great, and it worth it, I can say that. Scott is the best, he was very funny, told a huge amount of storys, interesting facts, he was also very helpful, he is a very good guy. It was like a family trip.

175g_borsJul 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Wonderful from janie tamworth

Had the best day on this tour our guide Scott was fab lots of good information from him hes funny friendly ok singer great company on the trip highly recommend this trip the scenery was beautiful

Coastal33427041754Jul 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

The best travel guider

It was excellent. Amazing places, Scott was very helpful, funny and told interesting facts. 10/10🤩

Wanderer01796100936Jul 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals. Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities. Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark. In cases of extreme weather, the Loch Ness boat cruise may be cancelled on short notice. If you have purchased ticket for this you will be refunded. Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5. The tour may operate with our sister company, HAGGiS Adventures. If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset. Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus. The order of the itinerary route is subject to change.