Edinburgh · HIGHLANDS DAY TRIPS
You can stand in Glencoe and be back in Edinburgh for dinner, but only on the right coach. These 15 are compared on how far north they actually get, how long you spend out of the seat, and what the driver-guide is worth — because on a twelve-hour day that is most of what you are paying for.
One long day from Edinburgh to Loch Ness and Glencoe. Coach comfort, expert guiding, Urquhart Castle, and optional cruises.
“Had an enjoyable day out very good value for money. Mark and Greg were great craic for the whole day and the lads didn’t put a foot wrong”
Full-day tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness and Glencoe with options for a cruise, whisky distillery, or Urquhart Castle. Fort Augustus and hairy coos.
“Very good! We saw so of the country and our guide Ewan was very informative! A lot of driving but the views from the bus are Amazing!”
One day from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands, with optional Nessie cruise, Urquhart Castle, and a warm driver-guide style.
“This tour had excellent views on the way up to Loch Ness. The stop there (Fort Augustus) was nice, and the Loch Ness boating option was great. The boat was large, and had some onboard food/drinks.”
Small-group day tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands, with a Loch Ness cruise plus scenic photo stops.
“We have a wonderful tour with Shea who gave lots of history and local flavor mixed in. She made excellent recommendations.”
12-hour guided Highlands trip from Edinburgh to Glencoe, Fort William and Glenfinnan Viaduct, with Harry Potter spots and train views.
“I loved the tour and how Ryan and Nick guided us through the day. One thing I would suggest is to change the lunch break to a different place since the once we stopped by in Fort William was not worth it (not many choices of food nor places to visit within walking distance)”
A 12-hour Highlands drive from Edinburgh to Glencoe and Fort William, with Glenfinnan Viaduct views for the seasonal Jacobite steam train.
“Leon was a terrific driver and guide on this full day tour around the highlands. The timing at every stop was just right, and we even got to see the train pass by the viaduct. Overall a great day was had.”
A guided coach day from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe, Fort William and more, with photo stops, great storytelling, and optional cruise.
“Fantastic tour. Loved all the stories & music Very informative Driver was Brian Smith highly recommend him. Only issue was a bit squishy unfortunately we were in the back seat and others were very spread out, but that is no reflection on the tour or driver”
Edinburgh to the Highlands for Glencoe, Fort William, and the Glenfinnan Viaduct viewpoint timed with the Jacobite Steam Train.
“We have had a wonderful day trip with Neil, it has be an enjoyable time. We would recommend others just because of how entertaining Neil really was. He deserves very much of a recognition. Thanks Neil, hope you have a nice Christmas, From the couple from Thailand at the back seats :)”
Edinburgh day trip to the Scottish Highlands with Loch Ness and Glencoe, guided coach ride, optional Urquhart Castle, cash-only extras.
“Unfortunately it poured the day of our tour so it was modified a bit, not that it was the tour guide’s fault but would have been more enjoyable if we got to see everything as scheduled.”
One 12.5-hour day tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness and Glencoe with Cairngorms views and Hairy Coos, plus optional cruise and Urquhart Castle.
“We had a wonderful time with our guide Terry and driver Mike! Terry gave us a lot of detail as we went along the route, gave us accurate instructions regarding dwparture times, drop-off and pick-up lications, etc. All in all a great day trip!”
3 days from Edinburgh to Skye and the Highlands with Hairy Coo guides, Viaduct and Skye views, Inverness nights, Ness and Culloden.
“The tour was the most exciting and scenic trip for me and my friends. The tour guide Rod is just amazing and got to learn so much history about places and interesting stories to listen from him. The photo spots were great. We all in all enjoyed it alot and would definitely would like to go on this tour again and will also recommend it to my friends and family.”
Full-day Highlands tour from Edinburgh: Glencoe, Ben Nevis views, optional hi-tech Loch Ness cruise, Cairngorms and Forth Bridges.
“The trip was incredible. We had awesome weather for the trip, the guide, Louise, was very entertaining and had a wealth of information of the sights and the history. We had an amazing time!”
Guided Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands day trip from Edinburgh: Stirling, Fort William, Urquhart Castle, and Loch Ness free time.
“Exceptional driver, very knowledgeable narrator of the trip. It is a long time sitting on the bus but the scenery makes up for it. Very long day. Bring drinks and food with you as there isn't much time at stops to get a meal or bathroom break.”
Coach day trip from Edinburgh to Glen Coe and Loch Ness, with Fort William area sights, bridge spotting, and optional Nessie cruise time.
“Amazing tour! Our guide, Brendan, was very knowledgeable and with a great sense of humour. His storytelling made the tour truly unique. We highly recommend it!”
One-hour Loch Lomond sightseeing cruise from Balloch with live commentary, Ben Lomond views, Inchmurrin and Lennox Castle ruins, and drinks.
“It was a really lovely trip. Beautiful scenery and we were lucky with the weather. The only fault for me was that we struggled to hear the voiceover from our seat at the back of the boat on the top deck.”
Every kind of day out in the city, and the best of each.
