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It was great - 11 out of 10 experience!
Really loved it- spent the whole day, learned so much and visited so much amazing places
Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small Group Tour from Glasgow
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At a glance
- Duration
- 11h 45min
- Price from
- $88 / person
- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 350 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 16
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Discover Scotland Tours
- Meeting point
- Your tour departs from Buchanan Bus Station, from Stances 23–32. The latest check-in time is 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check the information boards for the exact stance, listed as Discover Scotland Tours – Loch Ness. Late arrivals may be unable to join the tour.
Description
Experience the Scottish Highlands on a small-group day tour from Glasgow, led by an expert local driver-guide renowned for engaging storytelling and deep local knowledge. With a maximum of 16 guests, enjoy a more relaxed journey through iconic landscapes including Glencoe, the Great Glen and Loch Ness, with time to truly appreciate each stop rather than rushing between locations. Guest reviews consistently highlight the quality of our driver-guides, praised for their knowledge, humour and ability to bring Scotland’s scenery and history to life. At Loch Ness, an optional 50 minute cruise is available on the day (subject to availability and payable locally). Guests who prefer not to join the cruise can enjoy free time in the village and along the loch shoreline instead.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:45 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 16–59)
- $88
- Senior (ages 60+)
- $83
- Child (ages 5–15)
- $83
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
We stop within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park for a morning refreshment break. Enjoy views across the loch and surrounding landscapes, with time to stretch your legs and take photos before continuing north.
Glencoe
One of Scotland’s most iconic and atmospheric valleys, Glencoe is renowned for its dramatic scenery and powerful history. We stop here to allow guests to step off the minibus, take photographs, and admire the landscape while learning more about the events that shaped this famous glen.
Ben Nevis
As we travel through Fort William, there is an opportunity to view Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, through the minibus’s large panoramic windows on clear days.
Fort Augustus
Our small group stops in the historic village of Fort Augustus, located at the southern end of Loch Ness. This is our main stop of the day, allowing time to enjoy lunch, explore the village, watch boats pass through the Caledonian Canal locks, and take in views along the loch.
Loch Ness
At Loch Ness, guests have the option to join an optional 50-minute cruise (available on the day and payable locally). Those who choose not to take the cruise can spend additional time exploring Fort Augustus or enjoying views along the loch.
Cairngorms National Park
As we travel south along the A9, passing through the Cairngorms National Park, enjoy views of wide open Highland landscapes and mountain scenery from the minibus.
Perthshire
We make an evening refreshment stop in the Perthshire area, offering a final opportunity to relax, stretch your legs, and enjoy the scenery before returning to Glasgow.
What's included
Included
Air-Conditioned mini-coach transport
Small-group tour with a maximum of 16 travellers
Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
Not included
Food and Refreshments
Optional 50 minute Loch Ness cruise (available on the day, payable locally)
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
350 reviews
How it compares in Glasgow
- No. 21 by number of reviews among 379 tours in Glasgow
- Starting price $88 is 64% below the typical $242 for tours of similar length in Glasgow
Excurgo comparison of 379 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We cannot accommodate children under the age of 5
- Your tour departs from Buchanan Bus Station, from Stances 23–32. The latest check-in time is 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check the information boards for the exact stance, listed as Discover Scotland Tours – Loch Ness. Late arrivals may be unable to join the tour.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small Group Tour from Glasgow lasts about 11h 45min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $88 per person for this Glasgow experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:45 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–15 pay from $83, adults from $88.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Your tour departs from Buchanan Bus Station, from Stances 23–32. The latest check-in time is 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check the information boards for the exact stance, listed as Discover Scotland Tours – Loch Ness. Late arrivals may be unable to join the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
We cannot accommodate children under the age of 5
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 350 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Discover Scotland Tours.
Reviews(350)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
D
Discovering Scotlands Middle with Big Al.
The tour company was Discover Scotland tours . “Big Al” the tour guide was excellent with a knowledgeable and interesting commentary. He kept us informed and entertained, even when there was a traffic jam that added an extra hour on our trip. The Loch Ness cruise was an extra expense, but worth it. There were frequent, well-planned toilet stops and photo opportunity stops. The bus was very comfortable with good lumber support seats.
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review! We are thrilled to hear you had an excellent time on tour with Big Al, his knowledge and commentary always keep it interesting for sure! We will be sure to pass along your kind words. - Discover Scotland Tours
S
Lochness experience from Glasgow
It’s a long day but well worth the beautiful country side views!! Tony our tour guide was great!! Filling us with a lot of information along the ride! He also threw in a few extra stops because our tour group was very small!! Which was great for us!! He did a wonderful job narrating and navigating along the route!! He also included pictures and music!!! A great day!! I would recommend this excursion!!
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour to Loch Ness with Tony along with his incredible knowledge. - Discover Scotland Tours
J
Fun in the Highlands
We had such a wonderful time with our guide Harry! He was friendly, knowledgeable and funny. It was great to learn about Scotland while visiting the lovely Lochs and Highlands. Harry gave us plenty of time to visit all the major stops. He gave us lots of photos stops and always offered to take our photo as well as suggest the best place to take the photos. Harry was a delight and I will definitely recommend this tour again. From the Highlands to the Lochs. From Nessy to Hairy Coos a good time was had by all. Also Harry music selection was fire!!!
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review! We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful time on tour with Harry and that he was friendly, knowledgeable and funny. We will be sure to pass along your kind words. - Discover Scotland Tours
4
Mesmerising
The tour had brilliant views of the Scottish landscapes and our amazing tour guide Ciaran enhanced the tour by providing us with lots of fun facts and historical contexts, which made the tour fun and informative.
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re glad you enjoyed the views and had a great time with Ciaran. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words. Hope to see you again soon! -Discover Scotland Tours
N
Wonderful Day 👍👍
Alan导游非常风趣幽默，也很有耐心的介绍每一个景点，最棒的旅行团。Alan is a great tour guide, very patient and knowledgeable. We have a great time. Definitely recommend to all our friends.
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review and recommendation! We'll be to sure to let Alan know how much you appreciated his guiding. We hope to welcome you back in the future. -Discover Scotland Tours
A
Fun Highlands trip
We had a wonderful time is the Highlands! The van was very comfortable. Karen was a fantastic guide. She told funny stories and really seemed to love her job. It was a great day!
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review! We are so happy to hear you had a fun highland trip with Karen, we will be sure to pass along your lovely comments! - Discover Scotland Tours
S
Long day but worth it!
Loved the tour guide. He was fun and easy going. Long day on the tour bus but that is expected since the destination was far. Totally worth it with all the amazing sites we saw on the way.
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review! We are so happy to hear you had a great day and the tour leader was fun and easy going. - Discover Scotland Tours
A
Absolutely amazing tour...
Absolutely amazing tour guide, i travelled solo so sat on left side which is 1 seater and chatted with driver most of the trip who was happy and excited to talk as well. Tour was amazing too as expected but definitely much better cause of the tour company and their experience.
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re glad you enjoyed the tour and had a great time chatting with your driver. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again! -Discover Scotland Tours
T
Best Day spent in Scotland
Great little bus tour—comfortable, well organised, and a lovely way to see the sights. Friendly service and an enjoyable experience. Kail is a star🌟 . Would definitely recommend
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review! We are delighted to hear you had the best day on tour with Kyle, we will be sure to pass along your lovely comments. - Discover Scotland Tours
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