Travel tips:
Tip 1: Hot food is not allowed on the bus. To save time at stops and make the most of your journey, we recommend bringing a packed lunch (non-hot food).
Tip 2: The journey is long, with most of the time spent enjoying the scenery along the way on a comfortable bus, but you can still take in the spectacular views.
Tip 3: Local driver-guides lead tours with humor, warm hospitality, thoughtful organization, and excellent driving skills.
Tip 4: The itinerary highlights are Glen Coe and a cruise on Loch Ness.
Tip 5: Loch Ness Cruises prices: £21 for adults, £17 for children. Castle and cruise combo price: £33 for adults, £21 for children.
Tip 6: Please note that the Historic Scotland Explorer Pass is not valid for attractions included in this tour.
Tip 7: No need to pre-purchase optional add-ons. All optional items can be purchased on-site on the day of your visit, and your guide will assist you with the purchase process. We recommend bringing enough cash to pay for attraction admission tickets.
Tip 8: It is recommended to bring warm/waterproof clothing, wear comfortable walking shoes, and pack sunscreen and a hat. Don't forget your camera to capture the scenic views along the way.
Tip 9: Roads in Scotland are narrow and winding. If you're prone to motion sickness, it's advisable to bring anti-nausea medication to ensure a comfortable journey.
Tip 10: The standard group tour requires participants to be 4 years or older. Children aged 4 to 16 can enjoy discounted prices.
Tip 11: The small group tour requires participants to be 5 years or older. Children aged 5 to 16 can enjoy discounted prices.
Tip 12: This is a popular tour route with limited group availability. Seats are in high demand during peak season holidays, so early booking is recommended.
Tip 13: Please note: No changes or cancellations will be accepted within 48 hours after successful registration for small group tours.
Standard group itinerary:
Departing from Glasgow and heading north, the journey includes a brief stop by the shores of Loch Lomond. Following the lakeside route, the path ascends into the Highlands, traversing the desolate beauty of Rannoch Moor and the Black Mount, before arriving at the majestic Glen Coe.
Continue past Loch Linnhe with a lunch stop in the Fort William area. Then venture deeper into the natural beauty of the Great Glen, passing by the foot of Ben Nevis. Arrive at the picturesque Fort Augustus, where you can choose to take a boat tour of Loch Ness (at your own expense) or stroll along the lakeshore. Departing from Fort Augustus, begin the return journey through the woodlands of the Grampian Mountains and Perthshire, including Atholl Forest, with a brief dinner stop in the Victorian resort town of Pitlochry. Return to Glasgow to conclude the enjoyable day tour.
Departure time: 8:00, duration approximately 11.5 hours
Meeting point: 19 Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NX. (Opposite Buchanan Bus Station outside the Royal Scottish National Orchestra building).
You can check the departure point via this link: https://goo.gl/maps/yfVSoBUGrVK1EFYF8
Small group tour:
Departing from Glasgow, begin your journey at the picturesque Loch Lomond, with a brief stop at the charming village of Tarbet, where the Highlands and Lowlands meet. Tarbet is a tranquil lakeside retreat where you can capture the magnificent view of Ben Lomond towering over the lake and breathe in the crisp Highland air before continuing northward. Venture deeper into the Highlands through the mesmerizing wilderness of Rannoch Moor, a pristine expanse of untamed beauty offering ideal photography opportunities.
Arrive at Glencoe, where the towering peaks and rushing waterfalls have made it a favorite filming location for movie makers. Learn about the history of the glen here. Continue northward, passing Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis. From here, travel along the Caledonian Canal through the Great Glen, a valley carved by glaciers, dotted with lakes and surrounded by mountains that divide Scotland in two. At the southern end of Loch Ness lies the picturesque Highland village of Fort Augustus. Enjoy some free time here for lunch. Stroll among the locks of the Caledonian Canal, or opt for a Loch Ness cruise (at your own expense). On the return journey, traverse Cairngorms National Park, admiring its ancient forests, lakes, and mountain scenery. Head to Perthshire, known as "Big Tree Country," for dinner. As you approach Glasgow, keep an eye out for Stirling Castle and the imposing Wallace National Monument towering on the horizon. Return to Glasgow, concluding your enjoyable 1-day tour.
Departure time: 7:45, duration approximately 12 hours
Meeting point: Killermont St, Glasgow, G2 3NW (Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Stands 23-32).
