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5.0
202 reviews

City Escape: Loch Ness Day Trip

David - The Inquisitive Historian
Justin -  Have Some Tea & Explore with Me!

Our locals for this tour

David, Justin & 1 other local

Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Edinburgh to explore Loch Ness with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Edinburgh

  • Category

    Day trips

  • Duration

    12 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Car

  • Available languages

    English

  • What's included

    A/C car • Guest pick up and drop off

Here’s an overview of your tour

Enjoy your trip to the max experiencing the treasures of Loch Ness. Explore the region's beauty and be delighted by the different highlights and hidden gems that you'll encounter along the way.

Forget about hopping on a tourist bus and let a local take you through Loch Ness; your way! Now you can spend the day discovering what other highlights lie outside Edinburgh - trust us; they are worth the visit! As your knowledgeable host takes you on a fascinating road trip where the route is as scenic as it gets, you'll make frequent stops to check out the surprises this area has to offer. See from Loch Laggen, Pitlochry, a Loch Ness cruise, plus many spectacular views along the way.

And with a convenient pick-up and drop-off/ meeting point, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! To make the trip even more enjoyable, you can choose your local host for the day. Each of the hosts available for this day trip will take you on a unique journey based on their passions and expertise, and of course, also taking into consideration your interests.

Our local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from arts and history to real foodies. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and let you connect with their culture in an enjoyable and inspiring way! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes.

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

  • Convenient Pick-up & Drop Off

    On the day of your day trip, your local host will pick you up from your accommodation or an agreed location. Once the day trip comes to an end, they’ll drop you off at your accommodation
  • Station Meeting Point

    Meet and greet your local host at an agreed station and get an introduction to your full-day trip and what to expect
  • Scenic Trip

    This full-day trip is arranged for you, so all you have to do is enjoy the sights as your host takes you through Loch Ness while telling you incredible stories and insights
  • Only You & Your Host!

    Forget about cramped touristy buses, on this private day trip, you’ll have all of your host’s attention. Get the chance to speak 1-1 and get all of your questions answered for a personal experience that will make this trip more memorable
  • What’s in Store for You

    Check out from viewpoints, nature, and cultural gems such as Loch Laggen, Pitlochry and Loch Ness cruise plus other stops your local host has prepared for you along the way
  • Optional Lunch

    Along the way, your local host will recommend you typical and local places where you can stop to have lunch and catch a break. Lunch is not included in the price
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?

Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!

Select your local guide

Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.

  • David - The Inquisitive Historian

    David

    The Inquisitive Historian

    David
    5.0
    15 reviews
    I speak
    English
  • Justin -  Have Some Tea & Explore with Me!

    Justin

    Have Some Tea & Explore with Me!

    Justin
    4.9
    5 reviews
    I speak
    English
  • Alec - The Talk o’ the Toon

    Alec

    The Talk o’ the Toon

    Alec
    4.9
    67 reviews
    I speak
    English

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
  • Included

    • A/C car
    • Guest pick up and drop off
  • Not included

    • Lunch (on guest expenses)
    • Loch Ness cruise
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
202 reviews
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    About local Justin
    5.0

    Wonderful experience!

    "My mother and I spent 11 hours (round trip via car from Edinburgh) touring the highlands with Justin and it exceeded our expectations! He was knowledgeable, engaging, and tailored the experience espe...

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    About local Justin
    5.0

    Must_have

    "It was an all-in carefree package with a great guide who knows a lot about the history of Scotland and the hidden places too. Definitely back again! "

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    About local Neil
    5.0

    World class tour!

    "We vent with Neil on friday 13th of May, on a tour in the Highlands. He made the tour out of our little groups interest. He was very easy going and we can highly recommend you to chose Neil as your l...

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Why should you book a Withlocals tour?

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    100% customizable

    Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.

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    Private guided tours

    No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.

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    Our tours are designed with people, places & the planet in mind.

Questions?

We are here to help!

  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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  • What payment methods are available?
    During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.
  • Can I pay in any currency?
    Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.
  • Is this tour always private?
    All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.

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