Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness Day Tour from Edinburgh

Tour ID: 1113 Tour Theme: Edinburgh Day Tours (Group Tours) This tour starts from: Edinburgh Duration: 1 Day - 12 hours approx.
	Operated by: Heart of Scotland

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Tour Description:

Jump aboard for this classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Travelling through spectacular Highland scenery, this tour is the perfect way to see Scotland and search for the famous Loch Ness monster

We begin by travelling past Linlithgow Palace, birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, towards historic Stirling Castle and the National Wallace Monument. Your guide will explain the real story of 'Braveheart' and William Wallace's victorious tactics against the English invaders.

After passing Doune Castle (a 'must see' for 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' fans!) we stop for coffee in the Trossachs. This is Rob Roy Country, popularised by Sir Walter Scott's books and poems. Here you will also come face-to-face with our great friend Hamish, the 'Hairy Cow'!!

Our journey continues to a stunning viewpoint & photo opportunity at Loch Tulla and across the wilderness of Rannoch Moor to famousGlen Coe. The notorious massacre of the MacDonald Clan was carried out amidst this beautiful and dramatic scenery on the 13th Feb 1692.

On a lighter note you may recognise this part of the Highlands, used in the movie 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban''. A majestic setting in any season!

After travelling along the west coast towards Fort William we stop at the Onich Hotel for lunch. As we progress towards Loch Ness you will have an opportunity to view Ben Nevis (highest mountain in Britain at 1344 m) from the famous Commando Memorial. Here you can admire the spectacular views over the rugged landscape of Lochaber.

Our journey to the world's most mysterious stretch of water takes us along the Caledonian Canal before arriving inFort Augustus on the banks of legendary Loch Ness.

Here, on the banks of the world's most mysterious stretch of water you will have time to monster hunt by boat (Easter-Dec only) or from the shores of the loch itself. 

Our return to Edinburgh takes us through Glen Spean and alongside Loch Laggan where the BBC television series 'Monarch of the Glen' is filmed. See famous 'Glenbogle' for yourself! We are happy to stop for photos of the House or go for a short 'walk and talk' in this beautiful part of Scotland.

On our way South we travel past Scotland's highest distillery at Dalwhinnie and through the Grampian Mountains towards Blair Castle, home of the Duke of Atholl. Our final stop is Pitlochry in the heart of the Highlands. Here you can enjoy a light supper (why not try haggis?) or an early evening stroll through this picturesque village. 

On approach to Edinburgh we travel across the Forth Road Bridge from which you will see the magnificent Forth Rail Bridge, the greatest engineering achievement of the Victorian age and one of Scotland's most impressive landmarks.

Loch Ness and Legends Tour

Prices, Dates & What's Included:

£39.00 per person. Concession rate £37.00 (students, over 60's and under 12's)

From 29th March 2010 to 31st October 2010
Departs Every Day, Pick Ups: 08.00 - Returns: 20.00

 From 1st November 2010 to 27th March 2011
Departs Every Day, Pick Ups: 08.00 - Returns: 20.00

Tour departs from Bus Stand ZE (previously Bus Stand E), Waterloo Place, Edinburgh map

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The price quoted is inclusive of transportation and guiding only. Lunch and other refreshments are not included. Entrance fees to attractions are not included although reduced prices are sometimes available.

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