Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle Full-Day Private Hire Tour from Edinburgh (12 Hours)

Our private hire full-day Highlands tour is designed for visitors who want to experience the iconic scenery of the Scottish Highlands, including Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Fort Augustus, and Fort William, all in one unforgettable day with comfortable, private transport.

Tour Price

Total cost: £835

Price is for transport only.

Attraction entry fees, food, drinks, and activities are not included.

Service Overview

• Service type: Private hire full-day tour
• Operating hours: Available daily from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Maximum tour duration: 12 hours
• Driving time: Approx. 6.5 hours total (combined travel time)
• Availability: Tours run all year round unless shown as unavailable

Key Highland Destinations Included

• Loch Ness – Scotland’s most famous loch, known worldwide for its legends and scenery
• Urquhart Castle – Medieval ruins overlooking Loch Ness (entry optional, paid by customer)
• Fort Augustus – Village at the southern end of Loch Ness, famous for the Caledonian Canal
• Fort William – Highland town at the foot of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain

Additional scenic stops may include Highland viewpoints, lochside photo stops, and mountain

scenery along the route, time permitting.

Optional Loch Ness Boat Trip (Customer Booking)

Boat cruises on Loch Ness are optional and not included in the tour price.

They must be booked and paid for directly by the customer.

Loch Ness by Jacobite: https://www.jacobite.co.uk

Cruise Loch Ness: https://www.cruiselochness.com

Boat trips are subject to weather and availability; advance booking is recommended.

Visit & Waiting Time

Waiting time at all scheduled stops is included in the tour price.

Additional waiting time is charged at £20 per hour. Extra waiting time can be arranged with the

driver or by contacting Thistle Travel Solutions.

Transport Only Notice

Entry tickets, guided tours, food, drinks, castle admission, and boat cruises are paid directly by the customer.

Comfort & Scenic Stops

Regular short stops for photographs, refreshments, and enjoying Highland scenery can be made

when safe and appropriate. These stops are included in the tour price.

Pick-Up & Drop-Off Information

Pick-ups and drop-offs are available from hotels, guesthouses, and private addresses within

Edinburgh city centre. Multiple pick-ups or drop-offs are available; full details must be provided at Booking.

Important Information

• Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
• No wheelchair-accessible vehicles available
• Food, drinks, attraction tickets, and personal expenses are not included

What’s Included

• Private hire transport from Edinburgh
• Professional driver service
• Fuel, parking, and included waiting time
• Scenic photo stops throughout the Highlands journey

Private transport. Legendary landscapes. Explore Loch Ness and the heart of the Scottish

Highlands in one remarkable day.