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The 15 Best Highland Tours from Edinburgh

83 tours  ·  from $53 a head

Glencoe is three hours from Waverley and Loch Ness nearer four, so every Highland day is long. These 15 differ on stops, group size and how much of the drive is spent looking at the view.

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Tour - Glencoe: a photo stop with a story behind it
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Tour

1.Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 17,446 reviews · 12.5 hours · from $62Our pick

Travel from Edinburgh to Callander, Glencoe and Loch Ness with a local driver-guide, Scottish stories and music along the way. At Loch Ness, choose an optional cruise and Urquhart Castle visit, or spend your time exploring nearby. Expect a full day on the coach, big Highland views and a late return to Edinburgh.

“The tour was amazing and our driver/tour guide (Ash) was fantastic. He knows what to feed our brain. Telling story about the history of the place and he was knowledgeable. He knows when to crack jokes and has a good sense of humor. Good job ans thank your for the tour experience.”

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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour - Glencoe: mountain views and a difficult past
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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

2.Loch Ness, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 11,381 reviews · 12.5 hours · from $61

Spend a full day on the road from Edinburgh to Glencoe, Loch Ness and Pitlochry, with a live English-speaking guide, regular stops and big Highland views. Choose your coach option at booking: Loch Ness cruise, Deanston Distillery, or a shorter cruise with Urquhart Castle. Bring lunch, and expect plenty of time on the bus.

“Paul S and Jason were amazing ! I got to see the hairy coo, which was incredible and the stories and tells from Paul S were fascinating and entertaining , I really love how proud and knowledgeable Paul S was of Scotland”

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Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour - What the long day feels like
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Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

3.Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,854 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $67Top rated

Ride north from Edinburgh with a Hairy Coo driver-guide, hearing Scottish stories as you pass the Trossachs, Glencoe and Ben Nevis. Choose a Loch Ness cruise, a cruise with Urquhart Castle, or a Deanston whisky visit. Expect long stretches on the coach, short scenic stops, and a full day of Highland views.

“What an excellent trip! We had an awesome tour guide and so many good photo ops. It was cool to ride along Loch Ness and the landscape up there was gorgeous.”

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Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise - Spean Bridge and the Cairngorms fill the return route
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Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

4.Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,022 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $84

Travel from Edinburgh in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, stopping at Glencoe, Loch Ness, Spean Bridge and Pitlochry. A 50-minute Loch Ness cruise is included. Your English-speaking driver-guide handles the long scenic drive with local stories, history and practical breaks. Expect an early start, a full day on the road and lunch at your own expense.

“This is the second time we've been on a highlands tour and we were extremely impressed this time around. Andrew, our driver, was full of wit, knowledge, and superb driving skills! We brought our 2 young daughters with us, which can always prove to be a challenge for staff and guests alike, but Andrew kept them entertained and included in the fun. This guy deserves a raise! Cheers!”

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands - Fort William makes room for lunch
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

5.Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,771 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $62

Leave Edinburgh at 7:30 am for a full-day coach trip through Callander, Glencoe and the Highlands to Fort Augustus on Loch Ness. Your English-speaking driver-guide shares local history, and you’ll get regular breaks for photos and a chance to look for Highland cows. A Loch Ness cruise is optional and costs extra.

“I almost gave up going on this trip, I did it on a Sunday and I wasn't sure if I could survive so many hours on the road. I am so glad I didn't though! I had a great time, our driver/guide, Neil, made sure we had enough stops to stretch our legs and for whatever else we needed. I am so grateful for that! Neil was also very entertaining, with a great sense of humour, I mean, I enjoyed it, very knowledgeable regarding everything we saw. He shared some personal anecdotes, which made the trip even more delightful, adding a bit of a more intimate touch, like "we are…”

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Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh - The Cairngorms make the drive worthwhile
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Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

6.Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,793 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $74

Leave central Edinburgh at 8am for a full day of Highland scenery and stories. Travel through Perthshire and the Cairngorms to Loch Ness, where you can pay cash for a cruise and Urquhart Castle visit, then stop for views in Glencoe. Your English-speaking driver-guide handles the long drive, while you bring snacks and keep some cash handy.

“It was an amazing trip. Very interesting history and beautiful scenery. Although it is a full day trip, you don’t get bored or tired. Comfortable bus and excellent driver and tour guide.”

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe, Coos & the Highlands Day Tour - Coos and a taste of Perthshire
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe, Coos & the Highlands Day Tour

7.Loch Ness, Glencoe, Coos & the Highlands Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,539 reviews · 12.5 hours · from $72

Ride from Edinburgh through Perthshire and the Cairngorms to Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle and Glencoe, with Highland scenery, coos and stories of Scotland’s past along the way. The 12.5-hour tour includes a driver and English-speaking guide. A Loch Ness cruise and castle visit cost an extra £30 in cash, and food is not included.

“a wonderful Tour with the guide Charlie Macbeth. His great knowledge of history and very refined way of describing our journey was exzellent. I loved hos humor and he kept us going on this fairy long Tour of over 12 hours. We saw a great deal of Scotland and now have a deeper sense of its history. The Highlands are so beautiful and there was no time to stop looking out of the bus window.Thank you very much Charlie for giving me this day to remember ❤️. sean from Hamburg”

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From Edinburgh: 3-Day Isle of Skye and The Highlands Tour - A full day on Skye
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From Edinburgh: 3-Day Isle of Skye and The Highlands Tour

8.3-Day Isle of Skye and The Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,405 reviews · 3 days · from $244

Travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe, Glenfinnan, Inverness and the Isle of Skye on a three-day guided road trip. Your English-speaking driver-guide shares Scottish history, local stories and music along the way. You’ll need to book two nights of accommodation in Inverness, and can add an optional Loch Ness cruise.

“Craig was the best guide/driver ever. Always had little stories about everything which made the trip very interesting.”

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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Scottish Highlands Tour - Callander and the route north
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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Scottish Highlands Tour

9.Loch Ness & Scottish Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,366 reviews · from $94

Travel more than 300 miles from Edinburgh through the Highlands, stopping at Callander, Glen Coe, Fort Augustus and Pitlochry. An English-speaking guide shares Scottish stories along the way, while a Loch Ness cruise is available as an add-on. Expect big views, short stops and a full day on the road.

“Everything was wonderful. Keith was an amazing tour guide and driver. He was very knowledgeable and kept us informed with all the stories of the Highlands and the Clans. Very impressed!”

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Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh - Fort William, lunch and the Great Glen
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Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

10.Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,233 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $85

Leave Edinburgh at 8:00 am for a full-day coach trip through Callander, Glencoe and the Great Glen to Loch Ness. Your driver-guide shares live commentary, and you get free time by the loch plus the option of a cruise and Urquhart Castle visit. Past named guides include Mark, Holly, Sam, Nick and Shafiq, but your guide is assigned on the day.

“Although it was a long journey, our Guide cum driver Shafiq still could provide the tour information of every pass-by places while concentrating on his driving. It was not easy to do this multitasking role. I admired his abilities to handle all 51 passengers on board. I have to salute to him. Well done Guy!”

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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glenoce & The Highlands Day Tour - Across Rannoch Moor and into Glen Coe
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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glenoce & The Highlands Day Tour

11.Loch Ness, Glenoce & The Highlands Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,130 reviews · 12 hours · from $53Best value

Travel more than 500 km from Edinburgh through Callander, Rannoch Moor, Glen Coe and the Highlands to Loch Ness. You’ll have time for a walk, lunch or optional cruise, plus stops in Pitlochry and near Fort William. Guides such as Brendan, Dougie and Ian are known for mixing Scottish history with humour.

“Our tour of Scotland Highlands with Danny was absolutely outstanding! From the moment we were picked up, he made us feel welcome and ensured we had the best experience possible. The vehicle was comfortable, spotless, and perfect for the Danny was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating stories about Scotland’s history, legends, and breathtaking landscapes. He took us to must-see landmarks like the Highlands, Loch Ness, and external boat tour, as well as some hidden gems we never would have found on our own. His professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail made the trip truly special. Whether it was recommending the best local spots for a meal or adjusting the itinerary to…”

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Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh - Glencoe is a brief but powerful pause
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Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

12.Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,884 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $59

Ride from Edinburgh into the Highlands with a driver-guide, passing Glencoe and Rannoch Moor before two hours in the Loch Ness area. Callander and Pitlochry add small-town stops, while the optional boat cruise costs extra. Guides such as Ian, Brendan and Dougie have led the trip, though your guide will vary.

“Upstairs is good for viewing but don't miss the presentation downstairs. Fascinating! This is well worth doing.”

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3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh - Skye by coach: Portree, the Quiraing and a quick castle view
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3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

13.3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,351 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $224

Ride with a local Scottish driver-guide from Edinburgh through Glencoe, Glenfinnan and Skye, then return by Loch Ness, Culloden and the Cairngorms. You’ll spend two nights in Inverness, arrange your own accommodation and make frequent photo and comfort stops. Guides such as Paul, Ewan, John and Nick are known for lively history, local tales and music, but your guide is assigned on the day.

“It was a very good tour of the Scottish highlands. It was on schedule and the music and history provided by our guide / driver was very good!”

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3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh - What is included, and what to budget for
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3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

14.3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,276 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $705

Travel from Edinburgh to the Highlands and Isle of Skye in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, with two nights in Portree and daily breakfast. Expect Glencoe, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness and a flexible day on Skye. Guides who have led the route include Chris, Kieran, Adam and Michael, though your guide is not guaranteed.

“This trip was SO worth it!! We saw more than we expected and had a great time doing it. I highly recommend! This trip with Rabbies took us to so many beautiful places…too numerous to mention. Our guide Jamie kept an eye on the weather to make sure we could safely see and experience everything Skye and the area had to offer. Rabbies had us staying at the Portree hotel which was fine. The food was good and the accommodations were…ok. But, they had a great nightlife and filter coffee! If you’re looking for a taste of American coffee it’s not americano…Anyway, I digress. The tour was amazing. We went…”

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3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh - What is included, and what to budget for
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3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

15.3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,138 reviews · 3 days (approx.)

Travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe and the Highlands to Skye, with stops at the Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock and more. A local English-speaking guide drives and shares Scottish history, myths and practical photo tips. Two nights, transport and breakfast are included. The Jacobite Steam Train is optional and costs extra.

“What a wonderful way to learn about Scotland’s rich history. We were truly immersed in the culture and it still felt like a relaxing time. Our guide was Tom and we couldn’t imagine a better experience from him. Passionate, authentic, and articulate. All while being thoughtful and polite. A great trip!”

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