On this long day tour from Edinburgh, I'll take you to the world famous Loch Ness for some monster hunting! On the way we'll stop in some picturesque villages and see some beautiful scenery. It's a big drive from Edinburgh to Loch Ness and back in one day, but to keep you entertained I'll tell you stories from Scottish history and culture along the way. On our way back to Edinburgh we'll also stop in the spectacular steep-sided valley of Glencoe - a must see for any trip to Scotland.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Edinburgh city centre
- I'll pick you up from your Edinburgh accommodation
Pitlochry
We'll stop for a 30 minute refreshment and comfort break in the charming Highland village of Pitlochry
Spean Bridge
Along the way, we'll make several photo stops, including at the national Commando memorial in Spean Bridge
Fort Augustus, Loch Ness
We'll arrive at the village of Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness. Here, you can either take a relaxing pub lunch in the village followed by a walk along the banks of the loch, or for an additional 30 USD per person you can enjoy a boat ride of the loch while searching for the famous Loch Ness Monster!
Glencoe
We'll stop in the spectacular valley of Glencoe to admire the scenery, and I'll tell you about the tragic history behind this beautiful place.
Tyndrum
We'll take a final comfort break in the village of Tyndrum on our way back to Edinburgh
Ending Point
Edinburgh
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
- Guide fee
- Hotel pick-up
- Private transportation in Mercedes V Class minivan
- Gas fee
- Toll fees
- Parking fees
- Boat trip on Loch Ness 30 USD per person
- Food/drinks 30 USD per person
- Transportation is in my luxury Mercedes V Class minivan
- A/C, free Wi-Fi and complementary bottles of still and sparkling water are available on board
Hi, I'm Barney. I have 14 years of experience guiding guests around Scotland, taking day tours out of Edinburgh. Whether I take people on scenic tours, or to historical sites like castles, or whisky tasting, I'm reminded every day that I really do have the best job in the world, in my favourite country in the world, and I'd like to share that with you.
I was born in Edinburgh, and graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2008 with a history degree, so I know what I'm talking about when it comes to Scottish history. But I also consider myself a storyteller, and my main job is to entertain you, so please don't feel that you're going to get dry lectures on history and culture. You don't need to remember a single thing I tell you, so long as you enjoy yourself.
Also, please don't feel constrained by the standard tours I offer. I have many years of guiding experience, so if there's something you want to see that's not listed, just send me a message through Go With Guide and ask me to create a personalised itinerary just for you, which I'm always happy to do.
Professional Qualifications/Memberships:
- MA (Hons) History from University of Edinburgh
- PGDE(S) from University of Strathclyde
- Membership of SITOA (Scottish Independent Tour Operators Association)
$1,200/ per group