Tip 1: Hot food is not allowed on the bus. To save time at stops and make the most of your journey, we recommend bringing a packed lunch (non-hot food).
Tip 2: The Highland Route is a long journey, with most of the time spent enjoying the scenery along the way on a comfortable bus, but you can still take in the spectacular views.
Tip 3: Local driver-guides are humorous, warm, thoughtful, well-organized, and have excellent driving skills.
Tip 4: The itinerary highlights include an additional visit to Urquhart Castle and a Loch Ness cruise.
Tip 5: Loch Ness cruise price: £21 for adults, £17 for children.
Tip 6: Please note that the Historic Scotland Explorer Pass is not valid for attractions on this tour.
Tip 7: Optional activities can be purchased on-site on the day, and your guide will assist with the purchase process. We recommend bringing sufficient cash for attraction admission tickets.
Tip 8: It is recommended to bring warm/waterproof clothing, wear comfortable walking shoes, and pack sunscreen and a hat. Don't forget your camera to capture the scenic views along the way.
Tip 9: Roads in Scotland are narrow and winding. If you're prone to motion sickness, it's advisable to bring anti-nausea medication to ensure a comfortable journey.
Tip 10: For large group tours, participants must be 4 years or older; for small group tours, participants must be 5 years or older. Children aged 4 to 16 can enjoy discounted prices.
Tip 11: Large group size: 16-53 people, small group size: 16 people.
Tip 12: This tour route is very popular with limited availability. We recommend booking in advance. A minimum cancellation fee of 100 CNY per person will apply for any changes or cancellations after booking.
Large group itinerary:
1-day tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, exploring the magnificent scenery of Scotland. Visit the mysterious Loch Ness and Glen Coe. Depart in the morning from the meeting point in Edinburgh city center, heading northwest and passing by the majestic Stirling Castle. A brief stop will be made in the Callander area for rest. Depending on the season, you might even spot Highland cattle. Continue through the homeland of Rob Roy, crossing Rannoch Moor and the Black Mount to reach Glen Coe. Here, you'll have time to take photos and soak in the atmosphere of the valley. Passing by Loch Linnhe, a lunch stop will be made in the Fort William area. Next, head to the Great Glen, passing Ben Nevis and the picturesque Fort Augustus before arriving at Urquhart Castle. Here, you can choose to join a 1-hour Loch Ness cruise (additional cost) and explore Urquhart Castle (additional cost). If time permits, the tour will proceed to the Clansman Hotel, where you'll have 1 hour of free time. You can relax at the hotel or opt for the "Donald Fraser Whisky Experience," a roughly 30-minute in-hotel activity featuring a film about whisky-making history and a tasting of a blended whisky (additional £12 per person). The return journey to Edinburgh will take you through Cairngorms National Park and the woodlands of Perthshire, including Atholl Forest. A dinner stop will be made in the town of Pitlochry before arriving back at the original meeting point in Edinburgh, concluding the enjoyable day tour.
Departure time: 8:00, duration approximately 12.5 hours, large group meeting point: Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW (outside NCP Car Park parking lot).
Small group tour:
First, we will visit Stirling Castle (exterior only), which was once the residence of Mary, Queen of Scots. Then, we'll head to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, stopping for a break in the Highland town of Callander. The guide will share local legends about an outlaw. Crossing the desolate yet magnificent Rannoch Moor, we'll arrive at Glen Coe, where the cinematic views provide ample time for exploration, photography, and learning about the valley's history. Continuing north, we'll reach Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis—weather permitting, you might catch a glimpse of its majestic summit. Traveling along the Great Glen and Caledonian Canal, we'll stop for lunch and free exploration at Fort Augustus, located at the southern end of Loch Ness. Here, you'll find various cafes, pubs, and takeaway options. You can stroll along the Caledonian Canal to soak in the village charm or opt for a Loch Ness cruise (additional cost). Keep your camera ready to capture unforgettable scenery. On the return journey, we'll pass through the pristine beauty of Cairngorms National Park, with its dense forests, winding rivers, and towering mountains. Crossing the "Pass of the Cattle" region, we'll follow the shores of Loch Laggan for a brief rest stop in Perthshire, also known as "Big Tree Country." As we approach Edinburgh, you may spot the famous Forth Bridge. Finally, we'll return to the starting point in Edinburgh city center, concluding a delightful day trip.
Departure time: 8:00, duration approximately 12 hours, small group meeting point: Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant at Waterloo Place)
