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8-Hour Private Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh with Glencoe

8 Hours Round trip from Edinburgh Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Hand-feed famous Highland Cows at a working farm
  • 02 Admire views over Loch Lomond, Loch Fyne, and Loch Awe
  • 03 Visit Inveraray Castle, residence of the Duke and Duchess of Argyle
  • 04 See the Three Sisters of Glencoe, the most photographed place in Scotland
  • 05 Stop at the Kelpies, the tallest equine statues in the world

Visit the Scottish Highlands in all their splendour on a private day tour from Edinburgh. Meet famous Highland Cows, admire unforgettable views across Loch Lomond, Loch Fyne, and Loch Awe, and explore landmarks including Inveraray Castle and Kilchurn Castle. You'll also experience the poignant history and breathtaking beauty of the Three Sisters of Glencoe, before ending the day at the stunning Kelpies, the tallest equine statues in the world.

You'll also experience the poignant history and breathtaking beauty of the Three Sisters of Glencoe, before ending the day at the stunning Kelpies, the tallest equine statues in the world.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Edinburgh, Glen Coe
Languages English, French, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Craigies Farm and Highland Cows

  • We will take you to this working farm, where you can see the Highland Cows and have a go at feeding them carrots as treats. There's also a farm shop and cafe where you can grab a coffee and a bite to eat to take on the go.
2
Day 02

Luss on the Banks of Loch Lomond

  • A 90-minute drive will take us to the "footsteps" of the Highlands and the beautiful village of Luss on Loch Lomond's banks, overlooking the Ben Lomond munro. Apart from stunning views of Loch Lomond, Luss is a place steeped in history, and here you can find an extremely rare Viking Hogback gravestone. There are a couple of gift shops, toilet facilities, and places for refreshments.
3
Day 03

Rest and Be Thankful Viewpoint

  • Only 30 minutes away and at over 800 feet, this mountain viewpoint is an excellent stop for some beautiful photos of the stunning mountain scenery.
4
Day 04

Inveraray Castle and Loch Fyne

  • Only a 30-minute drive away is the iconic Inveraray Castle, one of the few castles in Scotland still used as a residence (Duke & Duchess of Argyle). This is the seat of the Clan Chief of Clan Campbell. Open Thursday to Monday, the castle grounds are freely open to the public (there is a charge if you wish to enter the castle), or there's Inveraray town, which has plenty of options for lunch and views of Loch Fyne. The castle closes for winter from November to March, but the grounds remain open.
5
Day 05

Kilchurn Castle on Loch Awe

  • A 30-minute drive takes us to Kilchurn Castle, used by the English army as a formidable barracks for over 200 years and surrounded by water on 3 sides - a great place for photos.
6
Day 06

The Three Sisters of Glencoe

  • A 60-minute drive through the Glencoe mountain range will take us to the famous Three Sisters Viewpoint. This is the most photographed place in Scotland - and you will understand why once we get there! Full of breathtaking beauty and poignant history, this is a site you will never forget.
7
Day 07

Glencoe and Rannoch Moor Photo Stops

  • We will work our way back through Glencoe with multiple photo stops of the "3 sisters" and other fantastic photo stops, including Rannoch Moor - the largest bog expanse in the UK.
8
Day 08

Loch Tulla Viewpoint

  • At this beautiful viewpoint, you can take in all that the Highlands offer in a single place: mountains, lochs, and forests.
9
Day 09

The Kelpies

  • Our last stop, approximately 90 minutes away, is the stunning Kelpies. These two horse statues, standing 100 feet tall, are the tallest equine statues in the world.
Craigies Farm and Highland Cows, Luss and Loch Lomond, Three Sisters of Glencoe and Rannoch Moor

Where this trip takes you

Craigies Farm and Highland Cows, Luss and Loch Lomond, Three Sisters of Glencoe and Rannoch Moor

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Edinburgh 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Scottish snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation, with pickup and drop-off at your hotel

What's Not Included

  • Entrance to Inveraray Castle (optional, £16.50 per adult; children, concession, and family discounts available)
  • Lunch and meals
  • Guide's gratuity

What to bring

  • Warm clothes, as the weather in the mountains is variable.
  • Towels if you want to dip your feet in Loch Lomond!

Know before you go

  • Infant seats are available.
  • UK cars are smaller than our North American counterparts. Please consider this when selecting your vehicle size, especially for four adults.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Edinburgh, UK
Tour start
Edinburgh, UK
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Edinburgh.

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