11 hours (Approx.)
Specific Tour
7 people
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Discover Loch Ness and the stunning Scottish Highlands on our family-friendly day tour. Explore majestic landscapes, search for Nessie, and enjoy tales from your guide. See as much of Scotland as possible in a single day, including pickup and drop-off.
Explore the beauty of the Scottish Highlands on a private day trip. Travel through valleys, mountains, lochs, and charming villages with an experienced tour guide. Immerse yourself in local stories and the land’s history throughout the journey.
You can choose to enjoy a Loch Ness cruise, keep an eye out for the mysterious Nessie, or explore the shoreline on foot. Discover hidden vantage points and capture unforgettable family photos of the Loch and its wild surroundings. Allow your children to connect with nature, breathe in the fresh Highland air, and create cherished memories together.
After pickup, enjoy views while passing by Stirling Castle and William Wallace Monument. Your first stop is to enjoy the scenery of Loch Lubnaig. Take photos and take a short walk along the Lochside, then continue to Glen Orchy to admire expansive panoramic views over hills, glens, and rivers.
Perhaps the most famous and scenic glen with a sorrowful past, Glencoe is a favourite spot for hillwalking and mountaineering. After Glencoe, arrive at the tour’s main stop, Fort Augustus, a charming Scottish town on the shores of Loch Ness.
Explore the impressive Caledonian Canal and the Benedictine Abbey. Delve into the Loch Ness Monster lore with Nessie-themed attractions and option boat tours on Loch Ness (cost not included). Find panoramic views of Loch Ness and its majestic mountains.
Later, head to Falls of Pattack, a picturesque waterfall hiding in the trees, situated in the Scottish Highlands’ Cairngorm National Park. A short hilly walk is possible, winding up the side of the river with spectacular viewing platforms over the falls.
At the end of your trip, receive a final private transfer back to your pickup location.
What’s Included?
USB Phone charging points
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Scottish biscuits
Pickup Note
Please send the exact location address of your chosen pick-up point. The driver will wait at the closest possible stopping place. Please be ready on time.
What to Bring
In Scotland, expect 4 seasons in one day, so we recommend having these items:
Warm sweater or fleece
Waterproof jacket
Walking shoes or boots
Light scarf
The tour lasts approximately 12 hours, giving you plenty of time to explore the Highlands, and Loch Ness, as well as enjoy the charming villages along the way.
The tour normally departs at 8 in the morning. However, your guide might change it depending on the tour booked, pickup location, roads used, etc. So, it’s recommended to check your emails and messages for any updates to the departure time. Please be ready on time for pickup.
Lunch is not included in the tour price, but you will have enough time at our main stop at Loch Ness to grab a bite to eat at one of the local cafes or restaurants.
Yes, the Loch Ness Day Tour is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. The minibus is comfortable, and the tour includes several stops where children can explore and enjoy the sights
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