Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Glasgow
by Discover Scotland Tours
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This small-group coach tour from Glasgow covers key parts of the Scottish Highlands, including Glencoe, the Great Glen, and Loch Ness. The tour lasts about 12 hours and is led by an English-speaking driver-guide with local knowledge. Groups are limited to 16 people, allowing time to enjoy the scenery and stops without rushing. The day begins with a break at Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park to stretch and take photos. Next, the group stops at Glencoe for a short walk and an overview of its historic significance. As the tour passes through Fort William, there is a chance to see Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain, from the coach windows on clear days. The main stop is in Fort Augustus at the southern end of Loch Ness, where guests have about 75 minutes to have lunch, explore the village, and watch boats at the Caledonian Canal locks. At Loch Ness, an optional 50-minute cruise is offered on the day and can be paid for locally. Those not joining the cruise can spend extra time in the village or along the loch shore. The return journey goes through Cairngorms National Park with views from the coach, followed by a final refreshment break in Perthshire before heading back to Glasgow. Included are air-conditioned transport, the small group size, and the driver-guide’s services. Food, drinks, the optional Loch Ness cruise, and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
The tour stops for about 30 minutes at Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park in the morning. Guests can stretch their legs, take photos, and enjoy views across the loch and surrounding area before traveling north.
30 min
Glencoe
At Glencoe, the group pauses for roughly 15 minutes to leave the minibus, take photographs, and learn about the valley’s dramatic scenery and historic events that shaped this area.
15 min
Ben Nevis
While passing through Fort William, guests can view Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, through the coach’s panoramic windows when weather conditions allow.
Fort Augustus
The main stop of the day is in Fort Augustus at the southern tip of Loch Ness, lasting about 75 minutes. Guests can have lunch, explore the village, observe boats moving through the Caledonian Canal locks, and enjoy views along the loch.
75 min
Loch Ness
At Loch Ness, guests may choose to take an optional 50-minute cruise, available on the day and payable locally. Those not joining the cruise can spend more time in Fort Augustus or walk along the loch’s shoreline.
50 min
Cairngorms National Park
The return journey passes through Cairngorms National Park along the A9, where guests can see open Highland landscapes and mountain scenery from the coach.
Perthshire
Before returning to Glasgow, the group stops for about 45 minutes in the Perthshire area for a final refreshment break and a chance to relax and stretch.
45 min
Meeting point
Your tour departs from Buchanan Bus Station, from Stances 23–32. The latest check-in time is 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check the information boards for the exact stance, listed as Discover Scotland Tours – Loch Ness. Late arrivals may be unable to join the tour.
End point
Your tour departs from Buchanan Bus Station, from Stances 23–32. The latest check-in time is 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check the information boards for the exact stance, listed as Discover Scotland Tours – Loch Ness. Late arrivals may be unable to join the tour.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Glasgow
by Discover Scotland Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£130Overview
This small-group coach tour from Glasgow covers key parts of the Scottish Highlands, including Glencoe, the Great Glen, and Loch Ness. The tour lasts about 12 hours and is led by an English-speaking driver-guide with local knowledge. Groups are limited to 16 people, allowing time to enjoy the scenery and stops without rushing. The day begins with a break at Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park to stretch and take photos. Next, the group stops at Glencoe for a short walk and an overview of its historic significance. As the tour passes through Fort William, there is a chance to see Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain, from the coach windows on clear days. The main stop is in Fort Augustus at the southern end of Loch Ness, where guests have about 75 minutes to have lunch, explore the village, and watch boats at the Caledonian Canal locks. At Loch Ness, an optional 50-minute cruise is offered on the day and can be paid for locally. Those not joining the cruise can spend extra time in the village or along the loch shore. The return journey goes through Cairngorms National Park with views from the coach, followed by a final refreshment break in Perthshire before heading back to Glasgow. Included are air-conditioned transport, the small group size, and the driver-guide’s services. Food, drinks, the optional Loch Ness cruise, and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
The tour stops for about 30 minutes at Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park in the morning. Guests can stretch their legs, take photos, and enjoy views across the loch and surrounding area before traveling north.
30 min
Glencoe
At Glencoe, the group pauses for roughly 15 minutes to leave the minibus, take photographs, and learn about the valley’s dramatic scenery and historic events that shaped this area.
15 min
Ben Nevis
While passing through Fort William, guests can view Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, through the coach’s panoramic windows when weather conditions allow.
Fort Augustus
The main stop of the day is in Fort Augustus at the southern tip of Loch Ness, lasting about 75 minutes. Guests can have lunch, explore the village, observe boats moving through the Caledonian Canal locks, and enjoy views along the loch.
75 min
Loch Ness
At Loch Ness, guests may choose to take an optional 50-minute cruise, available on the day and payable locally. Those not joining the cruise can spend more time in Fort Augustus or walk along the loch’s shoreline.
50 min
Cairngorms National Park
The return journey passes through Cairngorms National Park along the A9, where guests can see open Highland landscapes and mountain scenery from the coach.
Perthshire
Before returning to Glasgow, the group stops for about 45 minutes in the Perthshire area for a final refreshment break and a chance to relax and stretch.
45 min
Meeting point
Your tour departs from Buchanan Bus Station, from Stances 23–32. The latest check-in time is 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check the information boards for the exact stance, listed as Discover Scotland Tours – Loch Ness. Late arrivals may be unable to join the tour.
End point
Your tour departs from Buchanan Bus Station, from Stances 23–32. The latest check-in time is 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check the information boards for the exact stance, listed as Discover Scotland Tours – Loch Ness. Late arrivals may be unable to join the tour.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.