Glencoe & Scottish Highlands tour

Tour Highlights

• Visit Glencoe, probably one of the most beautiful places in Scotland
• Discover the beauty of Highland waterfalls
• Embark on a guided hike through Loch Lomond National Park
• Discover the history of the MacDonald Clan of Glencoe
• See some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Scottish Highlands

Tour Details

Embark on a true Scottish adventure on a bus and walking tour of the Highlands, Glencoe, Loch Lomond, and more from Glasgow. Learn about the region's rich history from your local guide and get a true essence of what Scotland's nature, history, and people are about.

Travel from Glasgow in the comfort of your bus to reach Loch Lomond's calm shores and the Trossachs National Park. See panoramic views over Loch Lomond as you pass through the Highland Boundary Fault Line. This is where you officially enter the Scottish Highlands and gain a sense of what the rugged, mountainous landscape is really like.

At the northern section of Loch Lomond, stop to see cascading waterfalls. After a good Scottish downpour, these falls really come to life and create a roaring noise that clashes off every rock and fills every part of the glen with a thunderous sound.

Continue to Glencoe to see lush Caledonian Pine forests, a reminder of the ancient landscape which used to cover the majority of the Scottish mainland. Stretch your legs on a short hike along Scotland's premier walking route, the West Highland Way, as you make your way towards a small lochan (small lake).

As you enter Glencoe, marvel at the grandeur of Buachaille Etive Mor, the iconic pyramid shaped mountain that forms the backdrop of the glen. The MacDonald’s of Glencoe, who were known as notorious cattle thieves, used the mountain to guide themselves back into Glencoe after a successful night raiding cattle from their neighbor’s lands. 

Experience the rugged and dramatic land of Glencoe. This alluring landscape captures the imagination of almost anyone who travels through it, and you’ve likely seen it before, as the beauty of Glencoe and the surrounding area has featured in many movies and TV shows. 

While in Glencoe, hear how the MacDonald Clan from these parts where made an example of by government soldiers in something called The Glencoe Massacre, proof that there’s also a dark side to Scotland’s turbulent history. 

After lunch, travel to multi-level waterfalls, which come to life after a little rainfall, found after a short walk through some woodland. Here, keep your eyes peeled for the endangered and rare red squirrels. 

From the roar of the waterfalls to the tranquil setting of Rannoch Moor, this area is one of the last remaining true wilderness locations left in Europe with vast peat bogs, calm lochs, and flat moorland for miles in all direction. A stunning contrast to the mountainous landscape nearby.

Finally, travel south towards the lowlands, stopping for one final scenic break at Loch Lomond before heading back to Glasgow.

Tour Include

• Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned van/bus
• Tour guide
• Walking tour
• Guided short hikes

Tour Exclude

• Food or drinks
• Tips
• Hotel pickup or drop-off

Important Notes

What to bring

• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

• This tour may be explored in reverse
• This tour is for ages 12 and up
• A moderate level of fitness is required as there will be some short walks
• You will be visiting a cafe where you can buy lunch

Meeting point

• Make sure to check your email for instructions and credentials to access the tour

The tour is not suitable for

• Children under 3s are not allowed.
• The tour is not recommended for individuals aged 60 and above.