2-Day Loch Ness and Inverness Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
Overview
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2 days
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Discover the best of the Highlands on a 2-day small-group adventure. Stay overnight in Inverness, explore Glencoe, the Great Glen and Cairngorms, and enjoy a cruise on Loch Ness. With a friendly driver-guide and time at hidden gems most tours miss, you’ll experience both Scotland’s iconic landmarks and its off-the-beaten-path magic on this small-group trip to the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All tours from Edinburgh will depart from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
Please note tour stops and timings are for reference only and depend on the itinerary of the day as well as on group's interests, therefore cannot be guaranteed.
There are many options along the route and our itinerary is intentionally flexible so that the guide is able to decide what is best on any given day.
Tour may run in reverse for operational reasons.
Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle included in the tour price .
B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
*The Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice
What To Expect
Edinburgh - Aviemore - Clava Cairns - Inverness
Accommodations
Overnight in Inverness.
Pitlochry
You travel through the beauty of Highland Perthshire and your driver-guide will look for the perfect place to stop this morning. Perhaps it will be Pitlochry, a quintessential Scottish town nestled among the hills. Or maybe you'll stop in at the gorgeous wee village of Dunkeld. We keep things flexible this morning and see what the group is interested in.
Gaze in awe at Scotland’s most beautifully rounded peaks.
Enjoy Aviemore, a bustling hub for all outdoors activities, where you can try local specialities
Clava Cairns
Travel through winding back roads and discover a 4,000 year old cemetery.
Inverness
The ‘Capital of the Highlands’ blends Victorian architecture with a lively modern lifestyle.
Inverness - Loch Ness - Glencoe - Edinburgh
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Loch Ness
Tickets for Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness and entrance to Urquhart Castle included in the tour price.
Urquhart Castle
Take a chance to explore a ruined castle overlooking Loch Ness.
Glencoe
Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tale of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.
Loch Lubnaig
Enjoy this wonderful landscape and perfect stop for great photos!
Options
B&B Twin Room
Twin en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (2 x separate single beds).
Hotel Twin Room
Twin en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (2 x separate single beds).
B&B Single Occupancy Room
Accommodates 1 person in one single en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x single bed).
Hotel Single Occupancy Room
Accommodates 1 person in a single en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (1 x single bed).
B&B Double Room
Double en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 large bed).
Hotel Double Room
Double en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (1 large bed).
What‘s Included
Driver/guide
Overnight en-suite accommodation with breakfast
Breakfast
Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness and admission to Urquhart Castle
Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Admission fees
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Reviews
524 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
First highlands experience was a success!
JesusC05,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If I do another Rabbie’s tour I’m going to request Declan as my guide again. Extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and entertaining. The sights were absolutely beautiful and we even made some extra stops to take advantage of the nice weather. Comfortable journey throughout with plenty of opportunities for pictures and taking in the views. Would recommend.
Scam
433jeanmichell,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Complete scam We arrived 5 minutes late to a meeting point that was very difficult to find, and the bus had already left. They did not want to place us on another excursion the following day. Violent and inappropriate contact Avoid
Very bad experience of the hotel
vasod581,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Although the driver and guide was very helpful and kind with many information about the area,our hotel in Inverness (Colomba)was unacceptable.Below the lower level of a hotel.The Rabbies must check the hotels for their clients.Be aware.Before booking this tour ask to know the name of the hotel you will stay.The rest of the hotels where others from the group stayed were good enough.
Wonderful trip to Inverness and Loch Ness
557renus,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful overview of the highlands (Inverness, Loch Ness, Glencoe) and lowlands covered over 2 days in a leisurely manner, without too much rushing and tons of opportunities to wander, take photos and learn Scottish history (as well as hear about some movie locations). Our knowledgeable and gifted story-telling tour guide, Alastair (Ally) MacIntosh was the best tour guide I’ve ever had. He made Scottish history come to life. I loved this trip
Don’t miss it!
Jennifer C,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time touring the Highlands with Cameron!! He was a great guide and the tour was exactly what we were looking for.
Amazing experience!
Melynda J,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour packs a lot into two days! See some of the Highlands, Glencoe, some villages, amazing scenery along the way and spend the night in Inverness. Our guide and driver were amazing! Graham did a fantastic job! Don't wait, book now!
Cheerful and informative guide with beautiful views of the Highlands
648amiy,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My girlfriend and I had a wonderful trip. Our guide Sean was friendly, informative, and helpful. We went to many beautiful places that were not crowded. There was ample time to take pictures and simply to enjoy the view when stopped. I went on the 3 day Isle of Skye trip years before but even the 2 day trip this time allowed for a lot of different locations. This was the best birthday I've ever had and I'm not ashamed to say I cried a bit of happy tears. I was prepared for the likelihood of rain but we were greeted by mostly beautiful weather but either way, it was totally worth it. A smaller tour is definitely better if you want to hear lots of stories, ask questions, and visit some of the lesser known places instead of moving in big crowds.
Lizzy was Perfection!
David T,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lizzy was an absolute dream tour guide! I was traveling solo and she made me feel at home immediately. Her knowledge of Scotland and personal touch made for a perfect two days. She knew the answers to all of my (rather incessant) questions and was happy to share all her personal thoughts and stories along the way. Even her playlist was perfection! I cannot say enough good things about Lizzy and the tour—if you are lucky enough to travel with her you won’t regret it! Simply the best!
Places visited were amazing
David R,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very pleasant and knowledgable driver Stewart !!! Great B&B chosen by your company Appropriate comfort stops and lunch breaks
Wonderful trip!
Victoria C,Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Alli was a wonderful tour guide. It was amazing how many interesting and beautiful places we were able to visit and learn about in 2 days. I highly recommend this as a way to see the Highlands.
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