Day trips from Edinburgh

A full-day adventure from Edinburgh through the Highlands with an optional Loch Ness cruise, castle visit & gin tasting!

• Day out to the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh on a guided luxury AC coach tour. Travel through Glencoe, Loch Ness & Pitlochry.
• You’ll get an expert English-speaking driver-guide sharing historical tales & legends about Loch Ness, Mary Queen of Scots, the 1692 Glencoe Massacre, and more.
• Glencoe & The Highlands: Admire dramatic landscapes at Glencoe, the site of the 1692 Massacre, and journey through the Great Glen’s historic fault line.
• Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle: Marvel at Loch Ness as you walk the area at your pace and see dramatic views of the castle ruins.
• Upgrades: Enhance your trip with a Loch Ness cruise with a small-group tour and a scenic stop at Rannoch Moor & the Grampian Mountains.

Inclusions

• Full-day trip of Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands
• Round-trip luxury AC coach transfers from Edinburgh
• Boarding from Castle Terrace or Edinburgh Bus Station (as per option selected)
• Free time at Loch Ness
• Expert English-speaking driver-guide
• Digital translation in French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian & Chinese (Mandarin)

Additional Paid Upgrades:

• 50-min circular Loch Ness cruise
• Small-group tour of max. 16 people
• Round-trip luxury AC mini-coach transfers

Exclusions

• Entry to attractions (available for purchase on-site)
• Food and drink

• Check-in closes at 7:55am for the tour without the cruise and at 7:30am for the tour with the cruise.
• Boarding points vary for the tours with and without the cruise. Please check your ticket voucher carefully.
• The Loch Ness cruise may not be available at busy times. The cruise is also weather-dependent and may be canceled without notice.
• The digital translations on the bus are not included in the tour with the cruise.
• For safety reasons, guests under the age of 5 years are not allowed on this experience.
• Children aged between 5 and 15 years are eligible for the concessionary rate.
• Bring local currency for attraction tickets, cruises, meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
• Hot food & beverages are not permitted on this experience.
• This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Luxury transfers, a local guide, and a full-day trip of the Scottish countryside

• Come on an exhilarating full-day trip to Glencoe, Fort William, and Glenfinnan, with round-trip transfers from Edinburgh.
• Explore the legendary filming locations of James Bond and Harry Potter in Glencoe while traveling in an air-conditioned luxury coach.
• A local English-speaking expert will lead you through the area's rich history during your stops at the magnificent Glenfinnan Monument.
• Take a moment to admire the stunning architecture of the well-known Glenfinnan Viaduct, also called the Harry Potter Bridge.

Inclusions

• Full-day trip around Glenfinnan, Glencoe & Fort William
• Expert English-speaking driver-guide
• Digital translations in French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian & Chinese (Mandarin)
• Pick-up from NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace [Get directions]
• Round-trip luxury modern air-conditioned coach transfer

Exclusions

• Tickets to Glenfinnan Monument
• Food & drinks

Meeting point

• NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace at 7:15am [Get directions]

Callander

• Key to the Highlands, quick refreshments

Glencoe

• Famous valley known for waterfalls and breathtaking trails, photo stop

Fort William

• Explore famous Loch Linhe, lunch at your own expense

Glenfinnan Viaduct

• Harry Potter bridge, photo stop

Glenfinnan Monument

• Stone tower on Loch Shiel, free time to explore, tickets can be purchased on-site

Pitlochry

• The Victorian resort town of Pitlochry, stop for refreshments at your own expense

Ending point

• NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace at 7pm [Get directions]

• Keep in mind hot food & beverages are not allowed on the coaches. You can carry a cold-packed lunch if you don’t wish to make the most of your time at each stop.
• Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted to guests under the age of 4 years.
• Your guide dogs are welcome on the coaches.
• The schedule is subject to change during busy months to avoid traffic at the attractions and refreshment stops. Reverse running will take you via Pitlochry, making a halt somewhere else for refreshments.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Guided tour of Alnwick to see the castle which featured as Hogwarts in the 2001 and 2002 films

• Enjoy a full-day trip to Alnwick, Holy Island, and Northumbria from Edinburgh in an air-conditioned bus.
• With an English-speaking guide, experience the magic of the prime filming location for the Harry Potter series at Alnwick Castle.
• Immerse yourself in the rich history of both castles through an in-depth audio guide available in 6 languages.
• Admire the scenic views of the Scottish and English border region with rolling hills, green meadows, and stunning coastline.

Inclusions

• Full-day tour of Alnwick Castle and Northumbria
• Round-trip AC coach transfers from Edinburgh
• Local English-speaking guide
• Audio guide in Chinese, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, and Spanish

• Please note the itinerary is subject to change.
• The experience is restricted to guests aged 5 and above.
• Collapsible wheelchairs are allowed if accompanied by an assistant for boarding and disembarking.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Explore Loch Ness and the Highlands on a full-day guided tour from Inverness, uncovering legends, castles, and landscapes.

• Day out to Loch Ness and the Highlands from Inverness in a luxury air-conditioned coach, with stops at Urquhart Castle, Fort Augustus, and more.
• You’ll get an expert English-speaking driver-guide sharing tales of Nessie, Highland history, and local legends, with digital translations available.
• Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle: Stroll the shores of Loch Ness, hunt for Nessie, and explore the 13th-century ruins of Urquhart Castle for impressive views.
• Falls of Foyers & Dores Beach: Admire the 165 ft waterfall that inspired Robert Burns and walk along the tranquil shores of Dores Beach.

Inclusions

• Full-day trip of Loch Ness and the Highlands
• Round-trip luxury AC coach transfers
• Boarding from Railway Terrace, Inverness
• Expert English-speaking driver-guide
• Digital guide in 7 languages

Exclusions

• Entry to attractions (available for purchase on-site)
• Food and drink

• Check-in closes at 8:40am for the 8:45am tour. Please arrive at least 15 mins before the departure time.
• For safety reasons, guests under the age of 4 years are not allowed on this experience.
• Children aged between 4 and 16 years are eligible for the concessionary rate.
• Bring local currency for attraction tickets, cruises, meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
• Hot food & beverages are not permitted on this experience.
• This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.