This two day tour will let you explore one of Scotland’s most popular cities at your own pace; go monster spotting by Loch Ness and see some spectacular scenery. This is a wonderful introduction to Scotland!
Day 1
Departing from Edinburgh make your way to lonely Rannoch Moor and into Glen Coe, Scotland’s most famous glen and the scene of the terrible massacre in 1692. Enjoy the awe-inspiring scenery and the magic of this special place. From Fort William the striking scenery of the Great Glen unfolds ahead of you – first Loch Lochy, then Loch Oich and finally Loch Ness. You will tour through the attractive village of Fort Augustus then drive the entire length of Loch Ness. A stop is included at Urquhart Castle, where you have free time to visit the Castle* and take a cruise on the loch* Arrive in Inverness, your home for tonight. You can choose either to stay overnight in a guest house or a hotel in Inverness. Your stay is unescorted.
Day 2
This morning enjoy an excursion by open-top bus through the Black Isle to the picturesque village of Cromarty. Later you will spend some time dolphin spotting by the Moray Firth before crossing the Kessock Bridge and making your way back to Inverness.
There is there is free time in Inverness for shopping or sightseeing. Afterwards we depart Inverness through the gentle Spey Valley through the stunning scenery of the Drumochter Pass. Keep a close watch for the deer that often come down to the roadside to graze. There are wonderful views of majestic Blair Castle before you drive back to Edinburgh through the Perthshire countryside. En route there will be a stop for afternoon tea (not included)
*Entances not included.