Itinerary

1. Day 1: Edinburgh to Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, and Glencoe

   • Meet your private chauffeur-guide at your accommodation for a comfortable start to the journey.

   • Drive north to Stirling Castle, one of Scotland’s most important royal fortresses.

   • Explore the Great Hall, Royal Palace, and admire panoramic views of the Wallace Monument.

   • Continue into Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.

   • Stop at scenic villages and viewpoints for photos.

   • Enjoy an optional lakeside walk or a relaxing lakeside café break.

   • Drive through Rannoch Moor, a dramatic wilderness of lochs, peat bogs, and surrounding mountains ideal for photography.

   • Arrive in Glencoe, Scotland’s most cinematic valley.

   • Hear stories from your guide about the 1692 Glencoe Massacre, Clan MacDonald history, and ancient geology.

   • Receive drop-off at your pre-booked accommodation in Glencoe or Fort William.

   Overnight: Glencoe or Fort William.

2. Day 2: Fort William to Loch Ness Cruise and Inverness

   • Begin with a short stroll in Fort William, the Outdoor Capital of the United Kingdom, with views of Ben Nevis.

   • Stop at the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge for sweeping mountain panoramas.

   • Arrive at Loch Ness and board a scenic cruise.

   • Sail past the ruins of Urquhart Castle as your captain shares tales of the Loch Ness Monster.

   • Enjoy optional interior entry or extended photography time at the iconic castle.

   • Travel along the shores of Loch Ness towards Inverness.

   • Arrive in the Highland capital and see Inverness Castle viewpoint, River Ness, and Victorian Market.

   • Receive drop-off at your hotel in Inverness.

   Overnight: Inverness.

3. Day 3: Cairngorms National Park, Pitlochry, and Return to Edinburgh

   • Enter Cairngorms National Park, the largest national park in the United Kingdom.

   • Enjoy views of ancient Caledonian forests, mountain passes, and possible reindeer grazing areas.

   • Choose from optional experiences such as Highland Wildlife Park, Speyside whisky distillery tasting, or Highland village walks.

   • Travel to Pitlochry, a Victorian town known for boutique shops, stone architecture, waterfalls, and the salmon ladder.

   • Enjoy an optional bakery or coffee stop.

   • Relax on the scenic drive south through Perthshire’s forests and rolling hills.

   • Arrive back at your Edinburgh accommodation and conclude your private Highlands adventure.

   Overnight: None (End of tour).