About this tour
A 12-hour private drive from Glasgow threading through Scotland's most compelling terrain: Loch Ness's dark waters, Glencoe's sheer-sided glens, and the wind-scoured Highlands beyond. You'll pass Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and minor settlements like Pitlochry, with Scottish snacks and water provided throughout. The tour loops back to your starting point by day's end, covering roughly 200 miles of some of Britain's most imposing landscape.
Highlights
- Loch Ness shoreline with unobstructed views across open water
- Glencoe valley: twin ridges and cascading streams
- Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument en route
- Rannoch Moor's remote, treeless plateau
- Private car and driver for twelve hours
- Stops in Pitlochry and other Highland towns
What to expect
You'll spend most of the day in a vehicle, so bring layers and a book. The route climbs steadily northward from Glasgow, skirting Stirling before ascending into genuine mountains. Expect single-track roads, hairpin bends, and sudden weather shifts—Scottish Highlands change character fast. Glencoe warrants a stretch-and-stare moment; Loch Ness less so (the water is murky, the shore busier than you'd hope). Rannoch Moor is genuinely bleak and worth the drive. You'll stop briefly for photographs and leg-stretching; lunch isn't included, so plan to eat in Pitlochry or similar.
Good to know
The vehicle is cramped for four large adults. Bring waterproofs and sturdy shoes if you plan to walk anywhere. Loch Ness boat cruises cost extra (from £19 per person). Service animals welcome. Return to Glasgow is guaranteed by end of day.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Glasgow take?
- Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Glasgow runs for approximately 12 hours.
- How much does Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Glasgow cost?
- Prices start from GBP $710 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Glasgow run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Glasgow?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.