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6+ hours
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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$117.92
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Audio Guides
6+ hours
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$76.37
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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$103.28
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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$73.14
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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$89.31
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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$110.37
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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$60.84
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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$67.31
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Audio Guides
6+ hours
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$69.90
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Food & Drink
6+ hours
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$115.69
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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$68.60
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Audio Guides
6+ hours
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$68.60
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Bus Tours
6+ hours
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$115.20
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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$102.40
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Full-day Tours
6–7 hours
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$58.52
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Adventure Tours
4–5 hours
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  • JW
    2 contributions
    First of all, I want to give a massive thank you to Lisa at Hairy Coo customer service. She went above and beyond to help me when I had an issue that needed sorting. Thank you Lisa!

    The trip was fabulous. Craig used his heart and soul to make the day amazing.
    It’s a long day, but it’s perfect if you want a good view of the Highlands and you have limited time.

    Review of: Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe & Pitlochry Tour from Edinburgh
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • Maxine R
    2 contributions
    We had a fantastic day. Our tour guide Nestor was brilliant he kept us entertained,playing games and chatting with us and playing music.
    Nestors knowledge of Scotland and its history was second to none. Would recommend.
    Review of: Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glen Coe Day Trip from Edinburgh
    Written August 10, 2023
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  • Jess F
    4 contributions
    This was a great day! The Highlands were absolutely fantastic, and our driver Callum made sure to have plenty of photo opportunities where possible. Unfortunately the Jacobite was not running this day, however Glenfinnan was still really enjoyable. Our guide Jason was very friendly and knowledgeable. I was slightly worried after reading some previous reviews, however completely unfounded as the day was perfect - not a single complaint!
    Review of: Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Fort William Full-Day Tour from Edinburgh
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • Monica B
    8 contributions
    I liked travelling woth them because they have small vans rather than big buses 2 advantages here 1 less waiting for people arriving late so we can have more stops and still be on schedule and second, the fact that they could just stop at the side of the motorway and let you have a close look and take pictures and go into very small roads to see the hairycows closer. The drivers have to be talking all the time it seem that it’s just something they have to do to keep you entertained after a while it makes you tired and sometimes I could see the driver wasn’t paying enough attention to the road and more the the chatting but maybe that’s just me. The experience also depends on your driver, it doesn’t seem that everyone stops at the same points (short stops) longer stops is the same for everyone. Because of the time that takes to arrive to the Ness lake (or lonch) you don’t get enough time in all the stops but that’s what happens always in any short trip that requires lots of miles to get to the main point.
    Overall I will recommend Rabbies but maybe a tour that doesn’t require to go that far.
    Review of: Loch Ness & Highlands Day Tour Including Cruise from Edinburgh
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • yash
    Bengaluru, India1 contribution
    Allistor the tour guide was fantastic but unfortunately the quality of the bus we got wasn’t great. The bus was run down and a bit squeaky with uncomfortable seats
    Review of: Full-Day Trip to Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands with Lunch from Edinburgh
    Written August 10, 2023
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  • Extraordinary653722
    2 contributions
    This was a perfect tour for our group. The commentary and information provided by our guide Leo was thoughtful, funny and interesting as we drove through amazing scenery and historic places. We had plenty of time at Loch Ness to wander around and enjoyed every moment of this tour!
    Review of: Loch Ness Glencoe and The Highlands from Edinburgh
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • Jess F
    4 contributions
    Brilliant tour! Lots to do, but a good amount of time at each stop. Our tour guide Chaz (Charlene) was incredible, and was SO full of great info (double props for being a guide and a driver at the same time). Definitely recommend
    Review of: Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • Kathy B
    Glenarm, IL67 contributions
    You explore on your own. This tour basically drops you off in St Andrew’s to explore the cathedral and surrounding area as well as stopping in a fishing village long enough for a restroom break and quick bite to eat. Would have enjoyed exploring the fishing village more. Also, we were a group of 10 that they split 8 on 1 bus and 2 on another saying we would all be at same destinations. Since the bus drivers took different routes, our two friends on the other bus were actually 30 minutes behind us everywhere we went. Therefore, we did not get to spend any time with them the entire day on the tour.
    Review of: St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh
    Written August 9, 2023
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  • EfratBB
    1 contribution
    We had a great time. The bus wasn't densed and the bus driver/guide was the best.. He was kind and gave us important information with lots of jokes.
    Review of: Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • Amanda C
    21 contributions
    Great tour! Love all the history we learned! Perfect group size! Highly recommend! It’s a must see!! Our guide was the best!!!
    Review of: Outlander Adventure Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • SLRoslin
    Roslin, UK10 contributions
    We really enjoyed this day tour to Holy Island and Alnwick. Our driver Andrew T was great, being really informative along the way with some great facts and stories. Alnwick is lovely to walk around with lots of quirky shops and plenty eateries (if you don’t visit the castle and gardens). Holy Island is a very special place and well worth visiting. Felt the timings on the tour were just right for each visit. Had a great day and thoroughly recommend this tour.
    Review of: Holy Island, Alnwick Castle & The Kingdom of Northumbria from Edinburgh
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • ShaheenSal
    Boston, MA18 contributions
    We had a great day thanks to our guide, Taimur. We started the day with a visit to see highland cows which my 6 yr old loved. We went on to visit castles and beautiful highland site. Taimur was flexible and gave us great options.
    Review of: Private Tour of the Highlands from Edinburgh
    Written August 8, 2023
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  • Riley K
    2 contributions
    My tour guide, Russell, was exceptional and I’d highly recommend him for anyone booking in the future. Russell was interesting, timed his stories well, gave solid recommendations, and was a great driver. I enjoyed my tour and would book one from the same company again.
    Review of: West Highlands, Lochs & Castles Day Tour Including Admission
    Written August 9, 2023
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  • Terri B
    8 contributions
    Stirling Castle was outstanding as was the Kelpies.
    Andrew T was a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide. Highly recommended.
    Review of: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies from Edinburgh
    Written August 11, 2023
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  • Alison
    2 contributions
    An informative, friendly, and comprehensive tour. Made even more memorable with singing along with the other local Scottiah Outlander travellers. Thank you, Dusty. 😊
    Review of: Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh
    Written August 10, 2023
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