Breathtaking Highlands & Loch Ness Cruise from Edinburgh
Embark on an unforgettable 12-hour adventure from Edinburgh and experience the very best of the Scottish Highlands. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury mini-coach with a friendly, knowledgeable guide and a small group of no more than 16 people – ensuring a relaxed, personalised experience. Marvel at the dramatic landscapes of Glencoe, steeped in history and surrounded by towering peaks. Continue your journey through rugged Highland scenery to the picturesque village of Fort Augustus. Here, you’ll enjoy a cruise on the mysterious Loch Ness, where you can soak up breath-taking views and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the elusive Nessie! With the water stretching out against a backdrop of forested hills, this is a true highlight of the day. Afterwards, travel through the stunning Cairngorms National Park, passing natural landmarks. Your final stop is the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry, where you can enjoy a short stroll before the scenic drive back to Edinburgh.
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Ted_L, 12/14/2025 11:38:08 PM
This is the second time we've been on a highlands tour and we were extremely impressed this time around. Andrew, our driver, was full of wit, knowledge, and superb driving skills! We brought our 2 young daughters with us, which can always prove to be a challenge for staff and guests alike, but Andrew kept them entertained and included in the fun. This guy deserves a raise! Cheers!
sgleick, 12/11/2025 5:24:50 PM
Mac was our guide and he was excellent! He told great stories and had music to align with the stories and the locations. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is the lack of time for food. I understand with the time crunch with it getting dark early this time of year, but had I known I would’ve brought more snacks for the trip.
christopher_c, 12/11/2025 4:41:57 PM
Wow what a great tour all the way around. Martin was the best. Knowledgeable of history and very professional and entertaining. Loved every minute. Would highly recommend Rabbies and hope you are lucky and get our tour guide. Martin is terrific.
Alexander_H, 12/10/2025 12:10:48 PM
It was very interesting to us personally, and our driver/guide Leo was very knowledgeable and also a great entertainer. HUGE Kudos to him. We also loved that the drive was so scenic. However, we felt that there were almost too many stops with too little time. We understand that it's important to have breaks, but especially during one of the bigger stops, it felt like getting a proper warm bite to eat and fill up in prep for Loch Ness, the time almost isn't sufficient if you plan on checking out the shop etc. Other than that, great. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants to see a lot in one day.
Patty_L, 12/10/2025 6:45:32 AM
Our tour guide was Shea and she was AWESOME! She was knowledgeable,funny,and easy to understand. The tour went so fast AND we covered all the areas we wanted to see!!
sophia_a, 12/8/2025 5:08:00 PM
Kenny was the best guide, he played local music for the area on our ride. Extremely informative, great driver and host.
Erilim_B, 12/8/2025 8:02:02 AM
This was a great tour from Ediburgh. The ride was very comfortable, our tour guide was super friendly and informative, and funny too! Great way to see the Highlands in comfort with knowledgeable guides!
PATRICIA_E, 12/7/2025 3:53:24 PM
We have a wonderful tour with Shea who gave lots of history and local flavor mixed in. She made excellent recommendations.
Jason_H, 12/7/2025 6:03:18 AM
Chaz was amazing and her knowledge of every aspect of the tour was exceptional. We had sufficient bathroom breaks and opportunities to shop in local stores.
Marina_S, 12/5/2025 3:45:56 PM
Great day trip! stops at the remarkable points, excellent narration by Andrew, fun thing to do during your Edinburgh visit. Breathtaking views of highlands and nessie
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check-in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. This tour will depart from Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Check-in will close at 07:30 (tour will depart at 07:45).
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
- Loch Ness cruise – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
- Please note, this tour returns to Edinburgh around 20:00 PM
- *The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice.
- **This route may be reversed on some occasions.
Departure point
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure)Return details
Embark on an unforgettable 12-hour adventure from Edinburgh and experience the very best of the Scottish Highlands. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury mini-coach with a friendly, knowledgeable guide and a small group of no more than 16 people – ensuring a relaxed, personalised experience. Marvel at the dramatic landscapes of Glencoe, steeped in history and surrounded by towering peaks. Continue your journey through rugged Highland scenery to the picturesque village of Fort Augustus. Here, you’ll enjoy a cruise on the mysterious Loch Ness, where you can soak up breath-taking views and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the elusive Nessie! With the water stretching out against a backdrop of forested hills, this is a true highlight of the day. Afterwards, travel through the stunning Cairngorms National Park, passing natural landmarks. Your final stop is the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry, where you can enjoy a short stroll before the scenic drive back to Edinburgh.Redemption
* Loch Ness cruise included in your tour price. • This tour will depart from inside Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Check-in will close at 07:30 (tour will depart at 07:45). • Minimum age is 5 years • Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. • Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg of luggage per person; one piece of luggage similar (approximately 55cm x 45cm) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund