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Loch Ness & Highlands Private 2 Day Tour from Edinburgh or Glasgow
Duration
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2 Days
Location
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Inverness
Tour Type
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Private
Group Size
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Up To 8
Language
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English
Description
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Scottish Highlands on this two-day journey fromEdinburgh to Inverness and back. Travel through spectacular landscapes, stopping at iconic sights including the Kelpies, Highland coos at Kilmahog, the dramatic scenery of Glencoe, Fort Augustus and the legendary Loch Ness.
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Enjoy an overnight stay in Inverness, where you can explore the city's historic attractions, browse charming shops, visit a whisky distillery or experience traditional Scottish music and hospitality.
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On Day 2, discover Scotland's fascinating history at Culloden Battlefield and the ancient Clava Cairns before travelling through the stunning Cairngorms National Park. On the return south you can choose from a mountain railway experience, the strathspey railway journey an open-air Highland folk museum, a traditional whisky distillery tour or a peaceful woodland walk at The Hermitage.
Itinerary Highlights
Total Duration: 2 Days
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Day 1 : The Kelpies, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, Falls of Dochart, Glencoe, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness, Falls of Moriston, Inverness
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Day 2 : Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Cairngorms National Park, *Highland Folk Museum, *Cairngorm Funicular Railway, *Strathspey Railway, *Pitlochry, The Hermitage
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*Stops on day two are options and not all possible on this day. You can choose what preferences will be at the planning stage of the tour and we can work this into the itinerary.
Route Map
• To get the most up-to-date prices, please use our booking calendar. This will automatically close 3 days before any departure date.
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• Prices are based on group size, not per person.
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• Overnight accommodation must be arranged prior to booking.
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• If your preferred start date is not available, please contact us. We may still be able to offer it.
Tour Information
​Departure & return
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Tour will start at chosen pick up location (Please inform us when booking, we can pick up anywhere in Edinburgh or Glasgow and offer a hotel pick up service or if you would want to start/end the tour at one of the main airports this is often a popular option.
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*This can be changed to anywhere in Scotland if you get in touch to find out if available (surcharge may apply)
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This tour is priced depending on group size please indicate when booking how many will be coming on the tour.
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Check In 0800
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Departs 0805
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End Time (1730) Approx
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**These can be changed by request although this is the recommended start time
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What to bring
​It is recommended to pack suitable footwear for hiking, waterproof clothing, umbrella, suncream and midge spray (insect repellent). We can get all 4 seasons in one day in Scotland!
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Child seat regulations
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Due to insurance policies we regret we do not carry children under the age of 2. Children must normally use a child car seat until they're 12 years old or 135 centimetres tall, whichever comes first.
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What's included​
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Experienced English Speaking Driver/Guide
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Driver Guide Overnight Accommodation & Meals
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Exclusive use of our Luxury Minivan
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Dual Air-Conditioned Vehicle
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Fuel/Parking
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Hotel Pick Up/Drop Off
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Bottled Scottish Water
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Dedicated Tour Planning Agent
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Local Taxes (VAT 20%)
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What's not included
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Travellers Accommodation (Do not book the tour online until you have booked tour accommodation & confirmed with us)
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Entry to Visitor Attractions
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Meals
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Accommodation on tour
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We can assist booking accommodation but can not take payment so this would be need to be booked independently. We request guests to book overnight accommodation in the city of Inverness.
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*Get in touch if you would like to book out of this area, this may incur extra cost and possibly impact the itinerary
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Cancellation policy
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If you cancel your reservation 14 days before departure date a full refund will be given minus the 20% non-refundable deposit.
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Full T&C's can be found here
Tour Itinerary
2-Day Scottish Highlands Adventure Experience the magic of Scotland on this unforgettable two-day journey from Edinburgh into the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Travel through spectacular landscapes, discover charming Highland villages and explore some of Scotland's most iconic attractions. Along the way, admire the magnificent Kelpies, meet the famous Highland coos at Kilmahog, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Glencoe and discover the legendary Loch Ness, home to the mysterious Nessie. Enjoy an overnight stay in Inverness, where you can explore historic attractions, browse traditional shops, visit a whisky distillery or experience authentic Scottish hospitality and live traditional music. On Day 2, step back in time at Culloden Battlefield, discover the ancient mysteries of Clava Cairns and journey through the stunning Cairngorms National Park. Choose from a selection of memorable experiences, including a mountain railway adventure, a visit to the Highland Folk Museum, a traditional Scottish whisky distillery tour or a peaceful woodland walk at The Hermitage. With breathtaking mountain scenery, fascinating history, Highland traditions and plenty of opportunities for photographs, this tour offers a wonderful taste of everything that makes Scotland so special. Two incredible days, countless unforgettable sights and the very best of the Scottish Highlands!
Attractions
Below we have added links to some of the attractions & sites that can be visited if you would like to customise the tour.
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Please visit attractions websites for up to date prices and availabilities. If you would like to do a cruise on Loch Ness please let us know and we can factor this into day 1.
Castles can be booked on the day at the gate with exception to Urquart Castle.
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Any whisky distillery tours must be booked in advance as these can sell out far in advance
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Along with the scenic locations we will visit we have links to some of the potential attractions we can do on this tour.
Please note: Some attractions will be closed through the winter months ( December - March) and Inveraray Castle closed Tuesday & Wednesday
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Loch Ness & Highlands 2 Day Tour FAQ's
Our FAQ's can be found here but FAQ's specific to this tour are below:
Is the tour customisable to change the itinarary? Yes to a certain level this tour can be customised. The rate charged for this tour is based on the route taken, length of each day & overnight location. We can make this a custom tour at no extra charge if no large changes are made. Please ask at the planning stage
How much luggage can I bring on tour? Although our vehicles are spacious we need to know how much luggage will be brought onboard prior to the start of the tour. We can usually fit in 4 large cases and 4 small carry on cases. or 8 small sized carry on cases and 8 small rucksacks. Please get in touch for more information
How do we arrange our accomodation? Accommodation must be booked independently which we can assist with. We will send out a guide when inquiring about the tour.
Where do we stay whilst on tour? We request the first night to be booked Inverness and the second in Fort William or alternatively both nights in Inverness. Please ensure there are adequate dining facilities nearby when booking.
Can we book our accomodation outwith the requested area? Yes of course - please get in touch for more information. This may add extra cost to the tour or itinarary might need adjusted to fit in the extra travelling time.
Can I start and end the tour at different locations? Yes this can be an option if you wanted to start in one city and end in another is a popular option.