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Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

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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 24 (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 Edinburgh takes in the famous Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle and Culloden Battlefield, 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 Door to Door service from Edinburgh, complimentary Bottled Water and Wi-Fi Access you truly are getting that luxury experience.

What's Included

  • Wi-Fi Access
  • Door to Door Service from Edinburgh and Cruise Ports
  • Services & Stories of an Scottish Local
  • Entrance Fees to Visitor Attractions
  • Gratuities (Passenger Discretion)
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Forth Road Bridge (pass by)

As your tour leaves Edinburgh admire magnificent views across the Firth of Forth as you drive north to Fife. Keep a look out for the UNESCO-listed Forth Bridge as you cross the Forth Road Bridge, then soak up the scenery as you wind through the countryside.
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Pitlochry

Pitlochry is nestled amongst the stunning scenery of the Highland Perthshire, breathe in fresh air and stand back to admire the view. A traditional resort town you can take a stroll looking on local stores for gifts and crafts enjoy a drink in one of many Cafes or bistros. A favourite of Queen Victoria this stop is about soaking up the best of the Scottish Highlands.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Loch Ness

On arrival at Loch Ness you have two options to enjoy,Option 1: Cruise Loch Ness, view the castle on this one-hour voyage across the deepest, mysterious waters of Loch Ness. 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 Centre & Exhibition, Explore 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

Inverness (pass by)

Inverness the capital of the Scottish Highlands is one of Scotland’s seven cities and sits in the south of the Highlands, on the banks of the River Ness.Crowned by a pink crenellated castle and lavishly decorated with flowers.The city boasts a number of historic buildings in the Old Town that can be appreciated.
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Culloden Battlefield

Visit the powerfully moving site of the final Jacobite Rising – the last and most harrowing pitched battle to be fought on British soil.On 16 April 1746, the final Jacobite Rising came to a brutal head. Jacobite supporters, seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy to the British thrones, gathered to fight the Duke of Cumberland’s government troops.It was the last pitched battle on British soil and, in less than an hour, around 1,500 men were slain – more than 1,000 of them Jacobites.The Culloden Visitor Centre, which stands beside the battlefield, features artefacts from both sides of the battle and interactive displays that reveal the background to the conflict.A visit to Culloden is a poignant experience. Headstones mark the graves of hundreds of clansmen who gave their lives for the Jacobite cause.There is a 6m-high memorial cairn honours the fallen; and an eerie silence often falls across wild Drummossie Moor, there is no escaping the emotions Culloden evokes.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Cairngorms National Park (pass by)

On your return you will pass through the stunning Cairngorms National Park, with the best of what the Scottish Highlands have to offer the journey will fly by.
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Dunkeld Bridge (pass by)

The lovely village of Dunkeld sits on the banks of the River Tay.The majestic Dunkeld Cathedral dominates this picturesque Perthshire village. Today, part ruin and part parish church, the cathedral features the tomb of the notorious 'Wolf of Badenoch'! Nearby, walk along Atholl Street's variety of specialist shops or take a walk down by the river, which provides excellent views of Thomas Telford's Dunkeld Bridge.
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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 Edinburgh?

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

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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour from Edinburgh?
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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?
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The following is included:
  • Wi-Fi Access.
  • Door to Door Service from Edinburgh and Cruise Ports.
  • Services & Stories of an Scottish Local.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance Fees to Visitor Attractions.
  • 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
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Accessibility information for the Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Private Day Tour from Edinburgh is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Wi-Fi Access
  • Door to Door Service from Edinburgh and Cruise Ports
  • Services & Stories of an Scottish Local
  • Entrance Fees to Visitor Attractions
  • Gratuities (Passenger Discretion)

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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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