Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness & the Glenfinnan Viaduct
TOUR DESCRIPTION

Experience the beauty of the north-west Highlands on this two-day tour from Edinburgh. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, the Glenfinnan Viaduct, the Wallace Monument, and even Loch Ness on this attraction-filled tour. All with a relaxing overnight stay in the loch-side town of Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis.

Digital translations
Knowledgeable Driver-Guide
Luxury Modern air-conditioned coach
Accommodation
Entrance to attractions
Food and Drink
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Experience the beauty of the north-west Highlands on this two-day tour from Edinburgh. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, the Glenfinnan Viaduct, the Wallace Monument, and even Loch Ness on this attraction-filled tour. All with a relaxing overnight stay in the loch-side town of Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis.

Day One

Visit the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct

From Edinburgh our Eilean Donan tour will head west to collect our Glasgow passengers*, then via Stirling, catching a glimpse of its majestic Castle. We visit the Wallace Monument (optional extra), the towering stone testimonial to the Scottish legend William Wallace, and afterwards pass Doune Castle, location for the film, "Monty Python & The Holy Grail".

After lunch, time permitting, your two-day Eilean Donan tour from Edinburgh makes a brief visit to Rob Roy’s Grave and then to the pretty village of Killin for photos. We continue our journey north via Tyndrum across the atmospheric Rannoch Moor, continuing to Glencoe, site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonald Clan, for a brief walk and photos. We then continue to the stunning Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter films, for a photo opportunity (Apr-Oct).

Our final stop on the first day of our Eilean Donan tour is the Highland town of Fort William, where we check into our accommodation.

Day Two

Discover Scottish History at Eilean Donan Castle

After breakfast the Eilean Donan tour will head north into the Great Glen, a geographical fault line characterised by a chain of impressive lochs, including Loch Ness. We enjoy a photo stop at Glen Garry, before arriving at one of the most iconic castles in Scotland, Eilean Donan Castle (optional extra) to explore the castle and its beautiful setting.

Our journey continues with a stop for lunch and views of Loch Ness in the pretty lochside village of Fort Augustus. After lunch our Eilean Donan tour will begin its return journey, enjoying a photo stop to admire Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain, at 1,344 metres.

Then we travel via The Hermitage, stopping for a gentle forest walk in idyllic Scottish woodland, before crossing the Forth Bridges, back to Edinburgh where your two day Eilean Donan tour will end.

Overnight stay in Fort William:

The price of our two day Eilean Donan tour from Edinburgh does not include accommodation but we can reserve it for you. Approximate costs are per person per night: Youth Hostel: £25-35, Bed & Breakfast: £55 - 75 (shared), £65 - £115 (solo), Hotel: £75+ (Low Season) £90+ (High Season). Single supplement may apply. Please be advised, most accommodation providers only accept cash payments, and will not accept debit/credit cards as methods of payment.

To save £10 on your tour, choose to book your own accommodation!

Please note: Luggage is restricted to one piece per person on the Eilean Donan tour.

*On tours where the coach has no pick ups from Glasgow, the route on Day 1 will travel via Stirling.

Tour Overview

  • Duration -  2 days
  • Total Distance -  411 miles
  • Pick up -  Outside Green Ensign Ewart Pub, Edinburgh at 9am, 19 Killermont Street, Glasgow at 10:15am
  • Group size -  16 - 32
  • Availability -  All year round
  • Minimum age -  Travellers need to be at least 4 years-old
Important Information
Where is the departure point?

Your tour from Edinburgh departs from outside the green Ensign Ewart pub, at 521-523 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PE. Your tour from Glasgow departs from 19 Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NX. This is located outside the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and opposite Buchanan Bus Station. Check-in opens 15 minutes prior to the stated departure time and closes 5 minutes prior to the stated departure time. We recommend that all passengers arrive in this window as tours must depart on schedule. Our multi-day tours return to Edinburgh Waverley Station and we will provide you with a free train ticket to return to Glasgow.

Is the accomodation included in the price?

No, accommodation is not included in the tour price, as we prefer to let you choose the type of accommodation you want, depending on your budget.

The tour price includes the services of a friendly, knowledgeable and experienced Driver-Guide and transportation on one of our luxury modern air-conditioned coaches.

Accommodation rates do vary between providers and seasons. For this reason we are only able to give you an estimated rate until a booking has been made.

Estimated rates are as follows:

Youth Hostel: £25.00 - £35.00 per person per night
B&B (Shared): £55.00 - £75.00 per person per night.
B&B (Single occupancy): £65.00 - £115.00 per night.
Hotel: From £75.00+ per person per night
Accommodation is payable to the provider upon check-in. We recommend that you prepare £75 per person per night in cash to cover the cost of your accommodation.

All hotels require credit card information in order to secure a booking. If you wish us to reserve a hotel room for you, we will contact you for your budget and credit card details.

Will I be charged extra for a single room?

Single supplements may be charged, especially during high season. Please contact our Reservations Team for more information.

What is the difference between a Hostel, B&B and Hotel?

Hostels are budget accommodation. Many hostels have kitchen facilities where customers can prepare their own food. B&B's are privately owned Guesthouses. Guests are given breakfast (continental or full, depending on the B&B) but cannot prepare their own food. Hotels are the most expensive choice of accommodation. Rooms come with a full breakfast (unless stated) and guests are unable to prepare their own food.

What is the diffference between ensuite, standard, twin and double rooms?

Double means one double bed which sleeps two. Twin means two single beds, where you share a room but not a bed. Ensuite rooms have a private bathroom/toilet/shower within the room. Standard rooms have communal facilities that are shared with other guests.

Can I book my own accomodation?

Yes, you are free to make your own arrangements if you wish! We offer a discounted rate for customers who book their own accommodation. Simply advise us at the time of booking that you will be reserving your own accommodation, and inform us at your earliest convenience of the name and address of the Guesthouse once it has been booked.We kindly ask that your accommodation provider is located in central Inverness, otherwise your Driver-Guide will be unable to drop you off and collect you.

How much luggage can I bring?

Luggage is restricted to one medium sized suitcase per person. For guidance: a medium sized suitcase is considered 60-69cm high and roughly 45cm in width. If you have more luggage than this, you can store your surplus bags with Unbaggaged. Unbaggaged will collect your bags at a time and place convenient to you! They then store them at a secure central location, and return them to you, again, wherever and whenever you like! We've negotiated 10% off all bookings for our passengers with code TIMBER10.

Are the optional extras included?

No, optional extras are not included in the tour price.

This is to allow our guests the freedom to choose which attractions they would like to visit on the day.

Due to limited availability, we might not be able to visit Dalwhinnie Distillery.

The prices for the optional extras (valid from August 2023) are as follows:

Loch Ness Cruise: Adult: £19, Concession: £17, Child: £12
Culloden Battlefield: Adult: £14, Concession and Child: £11

Do I need to pre-book the optional extras?

No, you don't need to worry about pre-booking any of the optional extras.

All the optional extras can be booked on the day and your Driver-Guide will advise you of how to book. We negotiate discounted rates for you, ensuring you'll always get a great deal at Scotland's top visitor attractions.

Please note that many visitor attractions and accommodation providers may not accept card payments, so please ensure you have plenty of cash with you on the day. If you have any questions about this please contact our Reservations Team on +44 (0)131 226 6066 - open 07.00 - 21.00 daily.

Is the tour in English?

Yes, all of our tours are in English. Your tour will be taken by an experienced, knowledgeable and friendly English-speaking Driver-Guide. You'll find a digital translation of your tour through a link on your confirmation email. Digital translations are available for this tour in the following languages: French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Chinese (Mandarin)

What should I bring with me?

As you’ll be spending two days on and off the coach with the opportunity for walks, we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothing, comfortable walking shoes and some sun-block or a hat for sunny days.

And don’t forget your camera to capture all of the lovely scenery and wildlife you’ll encounter on your tour!

Can children travel on this tour?

We welcome children over 4 years old on our tours, and children aged between 4-16yrs are eligible for the concessionary rate. We regret we are not able to carry children under the age of 4.

Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness & the Glenfinnan Viaduct
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