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Private Tour of the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, Scotland
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9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Hindi, Portuguese, Panjabi, Urdu
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Overview

This is an exclusive private tour departing from a pick-up point of your choice in and around Edinburgh City Centre, exploring some of Scotland's greatest Lochs, Castles and a visit to see the adorable Highland Cows. Pick-up is at 10am or other time as requested.

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Our guide will pick you up directly from your hotel, AirBnB, Vrbo, or other holiday accommodation.

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Swanston Farm

Meet Thelma, Louise and Angus, the three resident Highland 'Coos'.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Luss

A 90 minute drive will take us to the 'foot steps' of the Highlands and the beautiful village of Luss nestled on the banks of Loch Lomond, overlooking the Ben Lomond Munro. Apart from stunning views of Luch Lomond, Luss is a place steeped in history, and here you can find an extremely rare Viking Hogback gravestone. There's a couple of gift shops, toilet facilities and places for refreshments.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rest and be Thankful

Only 30 minutes away and at over 800 feet, this mountain viewpoint is a great stop for some beautiful photos of the stunning mountain scenery.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Inveraray Castle & Gardens

Only a 30 minute drive away is the iconic Inveraray Castle, one of the few castles in Scotland still used as a residence, (Duke & Duchess of Argyle) this is the seat of the Clan Chief of Clan Campbell. Open Thursday to Monday, the castle grounds are freely open to the public (there is a charge if you wish to enter the castle) or there’s Inveraray town with plenty of options for lunch and views of Loch Fyne.The Castle closes for winter from November to March, but the grounds are still open to the public.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Kilchurn Castle

A 30 minute drive takes us to Kilchurn castle, used by the English army as a formidable barracks for over 200 years and surrounded by water on 3 sides – a great place for photos.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Three Sisters

A 60 minute drive through the Glencoe mountain range will take us to the famous Three Sisters Viewpoint. This is the most photographed place in Scotland - and you will understand why once we get there! Full of breathtaking beauty and full of poignant history, this is a site you will never forget.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rannoch Moor

Working our way back through Glencoe with multiple photo stops of the '3 sisters', and other amazing photo stops, including Rannoch Moor - the largest bog expanse in the UK.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Loch Tulla Viewpoint

In this beautiful viewpoint, you can take in all that the Highlands have to offer in a single place: mountains, lochs and forests.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Kelpies & The Helix

Our last stop, approximately 90 minutes away is the stunning Kelpies. These 2 horse statues standing 100 feet tall are the tallest equine statues in the world.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • UK cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour of the Scottish Highlands 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

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Experienced guide
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Inveraray Castle admission

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • UK cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults.

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