2-Day Tour from Edinburgh to Inverness and Scottish Highlands with Very Small Group
by Heart of Scotland Tours
Overview
This two-day very small group tour from Edinburgh offers a detailed visit to the Scottish Highlands with an average of 12 passengers per group. Traveling by air-conditioned Mercedes mini coach, the tour includes live commentary throughout the journey. The itinerary covers notable locations such as Glen Coe and Loch Ness. Between April and October, the route also passes the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The overnight stay is in Inverness, the main city of the Highlands. On the second day, the tour visits Culloden Battlefield, ancient standing stones, and Pitlochry, where there is an optional whisky distillery tour. The day ends with a riverside walk in Dunkeld. Food, drinks, entrance fees, gratuities, and accommodation are not included in the price. Accommodation options are available on request, ranging from hostels to hotels. This tour runs in all weather conditions unless deemed unsafe and is suitable for travelers aged five and above who must be accompanied by an adult if children.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Stirling Castle
Pass by Stirling Castle, located on rocky crags and known for its historic significance.
Wallace Monument
The National Wallace Monument was constructed to honor the Scottish hero William Wallace.
Glen Coe Valley
Stop near Glen Coe, a narrow valley famous for the 1692 massacre of the MacDonalds and used as a film location including Skyfall. Lunch is available at own expense.
60 min
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Visit Glenfinnan Viaduct from April to October, known for its appearance in Harry Potter films as the Hogwarts Express crosses the bridge.
30 min
Ben Nevis Photo Stop
Pause for a photo of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain.
10 min
Fort Augustus Village
Opportunity for photos and souvenir shopping in the village of Fort Augustus.
30 min
Loch Ness Drive
Travel along the full length of Loch Ness, with a chance to spot the Loch Ness Monster.
Urquhart Castle
Stop at Urquhart Castle for photos and to stretch before continuing to Inverness.
10 min
Inverness Overnight
Overnight stay in Inverness, the northernmost city in the UK and capital of the Highlands, with many pubs, cafés, and restaurants for evening options.
840 min
Culloden Moor Battlefield
After pickup, a short drive to Culloden Moor, site of the 1746 Jacobite defeat. Time to walk the battlefield and learn about the event that killed 700 Highland clansmen in three minutes.
30 min
Clava Cairns
Visit Clava Cairns, a 4000-year-old prehistoric site with stone circles and burial mounds.
30 min
Cairngorms National Park
Drive south through Cairngorms National Park, the largest in the British Isles, protected since 2003. Stop for lunch in one of the park’s villages while learning about local flora and fauna.
60 min
Ruthven Barracks
While driving through Cairngorms National Park, travelers should notice Ruthven Barracks, constructed in 1719 following the 1715 Jacobite rising.
Pitlochry Town
Pitlochry is a Highland town featuring a main street lined with shops and restaurants.
105 min
Dunkeld Riverside Walk
The last stop is a calm riverside walk through Big Tree Country at Dunkeld, suitable for all seasons.
45 min
Forth Rail Bridge Photo Stop
Shortly before returning to Edinburgh by 7pm, the route crosses the River Forth with an optional quick photo stop in South Queensferry to see the Forth Rail Bridge, built in 1890.
15 min
Meeting point
This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant). Please arrive no later than 08.15
End point
This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant). Please arrive no later than 08.15
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Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional info
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