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Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour from Glasgow

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Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour with Scottish Local
Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour with Scottish Local
Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour with Scottish Local
Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour with Scottish Local
Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour with Scottish Local
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On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.
12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Your Private Loch Ness Day Tour from Glasgow or Greenock takes in the famous Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle and Glencoe, using a luxury vehicle and local Scottish driver with years of experience.

Your day is planned to cover all the sights and attractions at Loch Ness including trying spot Nessie, with no waiting for other passengers so it is your day your way if there is something you really want to see we will ensure it is added to your itinerary.

With Luxury Door to Door service from Glasgow, complimentary Bottled Water and Wi-Fi Access you truly are getting that luxury experience.

What's Included

  • Wi-Fi Access
  • Services & Stories of an Scottish Local
  • Door to Door Service from Glasgow or Greenock Cruise Port
  • Entrance Fees to Visitor Acttractions
  • Gratuities (Passenger Discretion)
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Stirling (pass by)

As you head north towards Loch Ness you will pass Stirling, a small city with a big history,Once the Capital of Scotland, it is now renowned to as the Gateway to the Scottish Highlands.As you pass you will take in sights such as the Castle towering over the city and the National Wallace Monument.
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Highland Folk Museum

The Museum brings to life the domestic and working conditions of earlier Scottish Highland peoples.Delve into the past and discover the real, living Highland Folk Museum.Visitors to this living history Museum can learn how our Scottish Highland ancestors lived, how they built their homes, how they tilled the soil and how they dressed, in a friendly and welcoming environment.Set in a one mile long, 80 acre site, live actors and restored buildings help bring Highland history to life.The museum not only encapsulates human endeavour and development in Highland life from the 1700s to the present day, but offers an opportunity to explore a beautiful natural setting.Open from 5th April 2025.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Loch Ness

On arrival at Loch Ness you have two options to enjoy.Option 1 | Cruise Loch NessView the castle on your voyage across the deepest, mysterious waters of Loch Ness in your ssearch for Nessie.From here, treat those peepers and your camera to the breathtaking sight of the historic Urquhart Castle.Taking either a 1 or 2 hrs Cruise using Jacobite Cruises.Option 2 | Loch Ness CentreExplore the mysteries and discover the history of the world famous Loch at the Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition Experience.Discover the history of Loch Ness from the ice age to the third millennium in a seven room, themed, automated walk through.Explore the history of the loch and the many mysteries and explorations that have surrounded its past.Learn about the rumours, the hoaxes and the truths and discover what may really live in Loch Ness.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Urquhart Castle

Discover more than 1,000 years of stirring history centred on the Great Glen.The magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, has seen some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation’s story.Once one of Scotland’s largest castles, Urquhart saw great conflict during its 500 years as a medieval fortress.Control of the castle passed back and forth between the Scots and English during the Wars of Independence.The power struggles continued, as the Lords of the Isles regularly raided both castle and glen up until the 1500s.The last of the government troops garrisoned here during the Jacobite Risings blew up the castle when they left.Urquhart’s iconic ruins remain, offering glimpses into medieval times and the lives of its noble residents.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fort William (pass by)

You might wonder where is Fort William? Located in Lochaber in the West Highlands, the town is often described as the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’.With Britain’s highest mountain Ben Nevis, the surrounding area has some of the most stunning scenery in Britain.
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Glencoe

It has long been one of Scotland’s most famous places, known equally for its rare beauty and sorrowful past.Discover its remarkable history, landscape and wildlife, as well as the backdrops for films including ‘Braveheart’, ‘Rob Roy’ and ‘Skyfall’.Get a taste of the stories that make the glen so special and discover more about walks, weather, wildlife to spot and things to do on your visit.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Loch Lomond (pass by)

As you head north into the Scottish Highlands you will travel along the bank of Loch Lomond.With stunning views as you venture towards Glencoe and Loch Ness the time will fly by.
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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour from Glasgow?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour from Glasgow?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Wi-Fi Access.
  • Services & Stories of an Scottish Local.
  • Door to Door Service from Glasgow or Greenock Cruise Port.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance Fees to Visitor Acttractions.
  • Gratuities (Passenger Discretion).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour from Glasgow is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour from Glasgow will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Wi-Fi Access
  • Services & Stories of an Scottish Local
  • Door to Door Service from Glasgow or Greenock Cruise Port
  • Entrance Fees to Visitor Acttractions
  • Gratuities (Passenger Discretion)

Additional Info

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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