Loch Ness and ruins of Urquhart Castle

On the Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Bus Tour, you can treat yourself to some of the most breathtaking and dramatic scenery of the Scottish Highlands, including Glencoe, Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle.

It'll be a glorious day in the Scottish Highlands, and maybe you'll see the Loch Ness monster!

Admission to Urquhart Castle is not included, but is available for purchase on-site on the day of the tour.

An optional five-star Loch Ness cruise is also available for purchase on-site on the day of the tour.

Tour Itinerary

From Glasgow, the tour travels north before making a coffee stop on the shores of Loch Lomond. Travelling the length of the loch, you'll travel up into the Highlands, over the unique desolate landscape of Rannoch Moor and the Black Mount to the majestic Glencoe, one of Scotland's best-loved glens, made famous for the 1692 massacre of the MacDonald clan.

There's a stop in the Fort William area for lunch (price not included) and afterwards the tour continues into the natural beauty of the Great Glen. You'll pass beneath Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Travelling on, you'll enjoy views of the Caledonian Canal, pass the pretty village of Fort Augustus, and enjoy spectacular views of Loch Ness during the drive along the 24-mile shoreline to Urquhart Castle.

Loch Ness is over 700 feet deep but is, of course, better known for its sightings of the Loch Ness monster, affectionately called "Nessie." Spend approximately two hours at Loch Ness, where optional excursions at additional cost include a wonderful 5 Star sightseeing cruise or exploring the ruins of Urquhart Castle.

At Inverness, capital of the Highlands, the return for home begins, crossing the Grampian mountains and the woodland scenery of Perthshire, including the Forest of Atholl, with an evening stop at the Victorian resort town of Pitlochry en route to Glasgow.

Tour Highlights

~Loch Lomond
~Glencoe
~Fort William
~Great Glen
~Ben Nevis
~Loch Ness
~Urquhart Castle
~Inverness
~Pitlochry

Tour Includes

~ Transportation by air-conditioned luxury touring coach
~ Professional tour guide
~ Miniature of Famous Grouse whisky

Not Included

~ Entrance to Urquhart Castle
~ Loch Ness Cruise
~ Meals

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you pick up from hotels?
-We do not pick up from hotels. It's more environmentally friendly to have a central meeting point. The Glasgow pick-up point is centrally located and easy to find.

Can children travel on your tours?
-We welcome children over 5 years old on this tour. There is a child discount for ages 5 to 16.

What's included in the tour price?
-The tour price includes your transportation in a contemporary, air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach, plus the tour services of great, knowledgeable driver-guides who have a passion for Scotland and for what they do. Adult customers receive a free miniature of The Famous Grouse whisky.

What should I bring on the tour?
-We recommend you bring warm and/or waterproof clothing for the changeable Scottish weather, and because you will have the opportunities for walks during stops. You should wear comfortable shoes for walking, take a sunblock and/or a hat for sunny days, and don't forget your camera!

What about food and drink?
-You can take cold food and drink on the coach if you wish, but you will have stops for eating and drinking. Your driver will inform you of the options on the tour.

Do you have a minimum number of passengers for each tour?
-The minimum number of passengers necessary for a tour to operate is 6. If a tour does not operate, you will be informed in advance that the departure is canceled, and you will either be given a full refund or you can choose to travel on another tour on your original booking date or an alternate date, subject to availability.

What happens if I do not arrive in time for the tour?
-It is very important that you arrive in plenty of time before your tour departs, as there are no refunds if you arrive late for the tour. You must arrive at the departure location a minimum of 15 minutes before the departure time. If you have travel connections before or after a tour, it is strongly recommend that you give yourself the sufficient time in order to travel to make your connection. Any loss or inconvenience caused by illness, climactic conditions or road and/or traffic conditions is your responsibility alone.

Are your tours available in winter also?
-Yes! This tour operate all year round. Although the days may be shorter, the autumn and winter landscapes can often be stunningly beautiful, especially with mellow light and snow-covered mountains.

Are the tours only in English?
-This tour is in English, given by our professional, experienced driver-guides but a free text summary of the tour content is available in French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian and Mandarin. For private groups, foreign language guides are available at an additional cost.

How long are the tours? How many stops are there?
-The goal is to ensure that you have as much time off the coach as possible in order to enjoy Scotland and its magnificent scenery, with plenty of options for walks, sightseeing and visits to local attractions and significant monuments. The tour is planned so that you are never on the coach for longer than 2 hours on any journey. This is our longest day tour because it is the furthest distance traveled in one day (approximately 360 miles round-trip); but, on this tour you can enjoy 4 extended stops for visits, optional castle and cruise visit and meals (including around 2 hours at Loch Ness) and shorter stops for photos.

48 HOURS MINIMUM ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED. Tour does NOT include hotel pick-up; departure is from a convenient central location in Glasgow, to be specified on your E-Ticket. Rates are per person in US Dollars. Child rate applies to ages 5 to 16. Minimum age to take this tour is 5. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 800-750-2630.