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Loch Ness and Inverness - 2 days
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| 08.45 am | 09.00 am | 19.00 (7.30 pm) |
Tue / Thu / Sat |
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1 Parliament Square, Royal Mile, Edinburgh |
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A 2 Day Escape exploring Glencoe and Loch Ness, with a night out in Inverness, and rejuvenating in the majesty of the Glen Affric wilderness.
Day 1
Head into the Highlands...
From Edinburgh: Leaving the capital behind us we travel to Stirling to join with our fellow travelers.
As we all travel together for now onwards you can enjoy a woodland walk in the Highlands at Dunkeld. Experience the breathtaking Drumochter Pass, past the stunning peaks of the Cairngorm National park and visit Culloden, last stand of the Jacobites against the British government forces.
Sleep by the Shores of Loch Ness...
The first day ends at Drumnadrochit, a beautiful welcoming village on the banks of Loch Ness.
Overnight Drumnadrochit.
Day 2
Go Monster Hunting...
After a delicious Scottish breakfast, explore the loch. Why not take a boat tour over to Urquhart Castle*, visit the Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition*, or just monster hunt from the shore?
Experience the Great Glen, Ben Nevis and Glen Coe...
As you travel south take in the majestic sweep of the Great Glen and the stunning heights of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. Then visit Glen Coe and feel the past come to life as our guide tells you about the terrible massacre of the MacDonald Clan.
Salute William Wallace and head home...
The route home takes you past the beautiful city of Stirling and you'll be able to see its stunning castle and learn more about the exploits of William Wallace - the Scottish hero brought to life in the film Braveheart.
*Optional extra - subject to seasonal availability.
- Transportation by top of the range minicoach for a more personal experience.
- Accommodation, based on 2 people sharing a twin bedded guest house (bed and breakfast) as described below.
- Services of a professional driver/guide
- All ferry and bridge crossings.
Price excludes
- Lunch and refreshments.
- Entrances to all Visitor Attractions.
The basic tour price includes guest house standard bed and breakfast accommodation and is based on 2 people sharing a twin bedded room.
If you are a single traveller you must select a single room upgrade, as we cannot offer a room-share service for this tour.
On this tour you will be travelling in our purpose-built minicoaches with large windows, good air circulation and clear PA systems so that your professional guide can escort you comfortably through our wonderful country. Our itineraries are carefullly planned (with many years of experience) so that you discover as much as possible, without spending too much time on the road.
As we travel in smaller vehicles, we normally use the most scenic routes, where large coach are prohibited from travelling. Additionally, as our group sizes are smaller we are able to more time out of the vehicle. We also employ a the very best driver/guides.
Friendly and Professional Guides - Small Groups - More Scenic Routes - More Time Sightseeing - Great Value for Money
- We recommend you bring suitable clothing and footwear for your tour. Scotland can be a wet place!!
- Infants and children under 3 years old cannot be carried on this tour - proof of age required at time of departure (e.g. passport).
- Child/senior discounts can be selected at the booking stage (see orange box at top right of this page) - please bring proof of age when travelling (e.g. passport)
- All passengers booked on this overnight package tour via International Friends are financially protected through International Passenger Protection (IPP). IPP protection is only available for bookings made through International Friends (e.g. on this webiste)
- This tour is operated locally by Highland Experience Tours who are our preferred tour partners for extended scheduled day trips and tours departing from Edinburgh and Glasgow.
- Highland Experience Tours do require minimum passenger numbers for a tour to run. In the very unusual circumstances of there not being at least 5 passengers on a tour, you will be offered an alternative tour on the same day (guaranteed) or a full refund. Please remember to provide your contact details and if possible a mobile telephone number or details of where you are staying so that you can be contacted.
- For full terms and conditions click here
Also see our pre-tour planning information for tours departing from Edinburgh - click here
