Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or dhtour@dhtour.ca to book.
Myths, monsters, and mountains: this tour is the best way to see Scotland in a day.
Journey deep into the Highlands of Scotland on our monster-sized day tour. You hear the legendary stories of the Jacobites, gaze into gorgeous Glencoe, and get a chance to spot the mythical Loch Ness Monster.
It’s a tour packed with bewildering beauty and perfect if you’re short on time and want to see as much of Scotland as you can.
Rannoch Moor – Admire unforgettable views at this epic expanse of untouched wilderness.
Glencoe – Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.
Great Glen – A humongous fault line through the Scottish Highlands; it’s a location that’s as historically important as it is beautiful.
Fort Augustus – This wee town of 650 inhabitants is a great spot to watch boats traversing the Caledonian Canal.
Loch Ness – Take a chance to go on an optional boat cruise or wander around this alluring and eerie loch.
Grampian Mountains – Enjoy classic views of one of Scotland’s most mesmerising mountain ranges.
Highland Perthshire – Travel through pine-clad slopes and take in views of fast-flowing rivers.
Edinburgh: Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Google Map)
Check-in closes at 7:30 am (tour departs at 7:45 am)
Edinburgh: Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Google Map)
Approx. 8:00pm
This day tour comes with a driver-guide who knows the stories, sights, and secrets of the areas you travel through; every itinerary is tested by travel-loving locals; and you get the chance to support the communities you visit.
You leave the cobbled streets of Edinburgh and travel past Linlithgow Palace and Stirling Castle.
This region is soaked in history, so sit back and relax as your driver-guide entertains you with the tales of Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace, and Scottish folklore.
If you keep a look out, you can catch a glimpse of the Kelpies. These 30-metre tall horse head sculptures need to be seen to be believed.
Your first stop is in the town of Callander on the edge of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. You can grab coffee here and peruse the yummy local delicacies on offer.
After this stop, it’s time to get your camera ready. Because as you travel north into the Highlands, the landscapes suddenly become more provocative.
Shimmering lochs, rugged mountains, forest filled glens: it’s all so beautiful that it’s easy to forget these were once battlegrounds for fiercely territorial Highland clans.
You stop in Glencoe, one of the most famous natural landmarks in all of Scotland. This beautiful area boasts steep slopes and photogenic peaks. Your driver-guide may reveal to you the tragic tale that’s haunted this valley for over 300 years.
You then enter the glacial valley known as the Great Glen and pass under the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain’s tallest mountain.
After this visual feast of mighty inclines, you arrive in Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness. At 23 miles long and over 700ft deep, Loch Ness is the largest loch by volume in Scotland.
You have around one hour and a half here. You can search for the infamous monster on a relaxing boat cruise, wander around the shores of the loch at your own pace, and grab a bite to eat.
Your journey south is packed full of classic Highland scenery. You travel through the curvy Cairngorms National Park, along Loch Laggan, and past Blair Castle.
Amongst the tall trees of Perthshire, you have a final refreshment break before journeying alongside the UNESCO Forth Rail Bridge and back into Edinburgh.
| Departure Dates and Days | Adult (pp) |
|---|---|
| 2023: January 5 to March 31 – Daily (Except January 1, 2, 3, & 4) | $150 |
| 2023: April to May – Daily | $160 |
| 2023: June to September – Daily | $180 |
| 2023: October – Daily | $160 |
| 2023: November to December – Daily (Except December 15, 24, 25, 26, & 31) | $150 |
| 2024: January to March – Daily (Except January 1) | $150 |
| 2024: April to May – Daily | $180 |
| 2024: June to September – Daily | $190 |
| 2024: October – Daily | $180 |
| 2024: November to December – Daily (Except December 24, 25, 26, & 31) | $165 |
| 2025: January to March – Daily (Except January 1) | $165 |
Ask us about family rates (2 adults and 2 children minimum).
Pricing
Pricing is per person (pp).
Rates are in $ CAD.
Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or dhtour@dhtour.ca to book.
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