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The 15 Best Highlands Day Trips in Glasgow

31 tours  ·  from $39 a head

Good highlands day trips in Glasgow fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

From Glasgow: Oban, Glencoe, Highland Lochs & Castles Tour - Loch Lomond and the first Highland views
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From Glasgow: Oban, Glencoe, Highland Lochs & Castles Tour

1.Oban, Glencoe, Highland Lochs & Castles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,123 reviews · 10.5 hours · from $39Our pick

Leave Glasgow with a live English-speaking guide such as George, Maggie, James, or Jeff C. Ride a 16-seat minicoach through Loch Lomond, the Arrochar Alps, Inveraray, Kilchurn Castle, Oban, Glencoe, and Rannoch Moor. Expect strong storytelling, frequent photo stops, a seafood-friendly lunch break, and a long but rewarding day on the road.

“We had a great experience, thanks to our driver/guide. George thanks for the great day”

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From Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Fort William, and Glencoe Day Trip - Tyndrum begins the Highland rhythm
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From Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Fort William, and Glencoe Day Trip

2.Glenfinnan, Fort William, and Glencoe Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,753 reviews · 11.5 hours · from $91

Travel from Glasgow into the Highlands with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Jack, Jerry, Michelle, Anthony, or Wee Davie. See Glencoe, Fort William, Ben Nevis, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Loch Shiel, Neptune’s Staircase, and Loch Lomond. The $91 price includes a modern air-conditioned coach, live commentary, and digital translations, but not meals or drinks.

“We had an excellent time with our guide Jack W. He was very nice, funny and shared great stories about Scotland. This trip to Glenfinnan viaduct will stay forever in our minds, Scotland is such a beautiful country. Thank you for making us discovering this way!”

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From Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Tour - Loch Lomond and the first taste of the north
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From Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Tour

3.Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,746 reviews · 11.5 hours · from $65

Spend a full day touring the Highlands from Glasgow with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Andrew, Michelle, Charlie, or Wee Davie. You’ll stop at Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort William, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness, and Pitlochry, with an optional one-hour cruise on Loch Ness. Expect striking scenery, local stories, photo stops, and a long but well-spaced day.

“Our guide Jack was incredible! My wife and I were up pretty late the night before the tour attending a concert, so we were pretty tired during the day but Jack kept the energy at exactly the right level to get everyone going but not overdo it! For such a fun, full, and informative day this really is a steal! Highly recommend!”

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Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Tour with Cruise - Rannoch Moor and Glencoe: the visual high point
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Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Tour with Cruise

4.Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Tour with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,742 reviews · 12 hours · from $65

Travel from Glasgow through Loch Lomond, Rannoch Moor, Glencoe and the Great Glen to Fort Augustus. A 50-minute Loch Ness cruise, stops in Pitlochry, and lively commentary from guides such as George, Jeff, Maggie or Cameron make this a big Highland day in a comfortable 16-seat Mercedes minibus. The cruise depends on weather.

“My partner and I absolutely loved this day trip and absolutely made it the highlight of our time in Scotland. We had George as our guide and he was absolutely lovely to chat to, very informative and an absolute vibe, would love to have him as our guide on any future trips we take. He made the experience very inclusive and told us many stories and facts as we rode along the Highlands. He even helped us find a stop where we could find some highland cows up close which was really amazing! The cruise was cool and it was very fun to explore Fort Augustus alongside the other little…”

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Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles Small Group Day Tour from Glasgow - Rest and Be Thankful: a quick mountain view
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Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles Small Group Day Tour from Glasgow

5.Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles Small Group Day Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,432 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $50Top rated

Leave Glasgow in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach for a full day through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Rannoch Moor, and Argyll. You’ll stop at Inveraray, Kilchurn Castle, Oban, and Castle Stalker, with a guide such as James, Grant, or Caitlin providing local history, music, and stories. Expect dramatic scenery, short walks, photo stops, and about four hours on the road.

“We had a great day! What more can you ask for when in Scotland than castles, stunning mountains and glens, and great seafood? This tour had them all. Our guide (James) was amazing. He gave us enough time at each stop, was knowledgeable and personable.”

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Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise - Fort William and the road through the Great Glen
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Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise

6.Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,211 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $83

Travel from Glasgow in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, and the Cairngorms. A driver-guide such as Maggie, John, James, or Cameron provides Scottish history, music, and stories. The tour includes a 50-minute Loch Ness cruise, but expect a very long day with limited time at some stops.

“Scotland tour exceeded my expectations! The scenic drives offered breathtaking views that left me speechless. The tour's pacing was spot-on, with well-timed stops for breaks and refreshments - bonus points for free loo breaks! My highlight was the stay at Loch Ness, which I wish could've been longer. Overall, a fantastic experience, and I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore Scotland's beauty.”

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Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour - Glencoe: history, film scenery, and a short photo stop
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Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour

7.Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 806 reviews · 11 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $76

Travel from Glasgow through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Loch Ness, and Pitlochry on an 11-hour-45-minute guided outing. Expect live history, photo stops, a possible Loch Ness cruise at extra cost, and a group of up to 53 people. Guides such as Jack, Michelle, Alistair, and Wee Davie are known for adding humor and local stories.

“You should know that there are at least 50 people on the bus and that the roads are very curvy and that the bus goes fast for curvy roads. Not knocking the bus driver he was very good . We did have to pull over once because someone had to vomit because they were motion sick. The stops are very short, you are covering a little over 300 miles in one day. We left at 0830 and arrived back at 1930. We were able to grab lunch in Lochness , we did stop at one Pitlichry, but only had 20 minutes. I would have loved to spent at least two…”

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From Glasgow: Oban, Glencoe & West Highland Castles Day Trip - Leaving Glasgow beside the Firth of Clyde
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From Glasgow: Oban, Glencoe & West Highland Castles Day Trip

8.Oban, Glencoe & West Highland Castles Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 398 reviews · 10 hours · from $75

Travel from Glasgow through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Rannoch Moor, Oban, and Inveraray with a driver-guide such as Jack, Stuart, or Wee Davie. You will have photo stops, free time in villages, and the option to visit Inveraray Castle from April to October. Lunch and attraction entry cost extra.

“This was the PERFECT day trip! The guide/driver, Jack, was awesome! So funny, engaging, enthusiastic and shared very interesting history and information about the locations we went to and even the places we were just driving past. He made great recommendations throughout the whole trip. I would love to do more tours guided by Jack if I ever get the chance to return to Scotland!”

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Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Glasgow - Loch Lomond gives you an easy start
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Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Glasgow

9.Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 272 reviews · 11 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $91

This 11-hour-45-minute small-group tour takes you from Glasgow through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort William, Fort Augustus and Loch Ness. You travel by air-conditioned mini-coach with an English-speaking driver-guide, stopping for photos, food, canal locks and Highland scenery. Guides may include Tony, Gary, Colin or Claude.

“La de poder ser aceptada y entendida a pesar del idioma y la paciencia de todos . El guía muy comprometido, siempre ayudando , explicando , sabe llevar muy bien el grupo y amable”

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Glasgow (Greenock) Shore Excursion: Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Highlands - Kilmahog, Highland cattle, and the Trossachs
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Glasgow (Greenock) Shore Excursion: Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Highlands

10.Glasgow (Greenock) Shore Excursion: Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Highlands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 267 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $93

From Greenock, ride an air-conditioned coach through Stirling, the Trossachs, and Loch Lomond country. You’ll have about 90 minutes at Stirling Castle, a stop near Highland cattle, time for lunch in Aberfoyle, and a short visit to Luss. Guides such as Michelle, Wee Davey, Gregor, and Nick add plenty of local color.

“Excellent tour. Excellent tour guide. It was a 7-8 hour day. Lots of driving through the stunning countryside of Scotland. So far the most beautiful country I’ve seen. Nick our driver was full of the dickens! Very knowledgeable and extremely fun. Highly recommend him and the tour.”

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Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castles & Highland Tour starting Glasgow - From Glasgow to the shores of Loch Lomond
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Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castles & Highland Tour starting Glasgow

11.Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castles & Highland Tour starting Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 258 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $90

Leave Glasgow at 8 a.m. for a full day through Loch Lomond and the Highlands, with stops at Luss, Inveraray Castle, Kilmartin Glen, ancient standing stones, and Kilchurn Castle. A guide such as James, John, Matt, Lauren, or Daniel leads the 16-seat minibus tour, mixing short walks, scenery, clan history, and ruined castles.

“The tour was wonderful lots to experience and many stories told about areas even just as we drove past. The only advice is that the lunch spot is a little early in the day Rachel was a excellent driver and shared many stories and information!”

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Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel tour from Glasgow - Luss and the first look at Loch Lomond
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Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel tour from Glasgow

12.Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 254 reviews · 11 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $91

Travel from Glasgow in an air-conditioned mini-coach with up to 16 people, stopping at Luss, Glencoe, Glenfinnan Viaduct, and Ardlui. Guides such as Tony, Scott, Marc, and John add Scottish stories and humor. The nearly 12-hour day includes photo stops, refreshments, and time for lunch at your own cost.

“He was so perfect and so kind, at each stop, he explained where we were and the story of Scotland, perfect”

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Glasgow: Oban, Glencoe & West Highland Castles - Kilchurn Castle from the road
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Glasgow: Oban, Glencoe & West Highland Castles

13.Oban, Glencoe & West Highland Castles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 242 reviews · 9 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $62

Leave Glasgow at 8:45 a.m. for a full day through the Highlands, with stops at Inveraray, Oban, Glencoe, Castle Stalker, and Luss. Your driver-guide, such as Michelle, Jack, Stuart, or David, provides live stories and photo stops from an air-conditioned vehicle. Castle entry and meals cost extra.

“Michelle and Conner were awesome. Very informative and made the excursion amazing! Kept it light and very accommodating to everyone’s needs.”

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From Glasgow: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe, & Loch Shiel Tour - Through Rannoch Moor and the Three Sisters of Glencoe
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From Glasgow: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe, & Loch Shiel Tour

14.Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe, & Loch Shiel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 233 reviews · 12 hours · from $85

Travel from Glasgow by comfortable minibus through Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Rannoch Moor, and Glenfinnan. You’ll see the Jacobite steam train route, Loch Shiel, the Glenfinnan Monument, and the famous viaduct. Guides such as Tony, Colin, Marc, and Billy are known for lively stories, Scottish history, music, and helpful photo advice.

“The tour from start to finish was excellent. The driver Tony was so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about so many things, from the journey itself to Scottish history and some interesting facts. He had obviously spent a lot of time preparing and had even made a playlist of Scottish bands and had lots of interesting stories to tell. The trip itself was also excellent, and our weather on the day was mixed but this is Scotland so a bit of rain is to be expected if not guaranteed and also produced a rainbow to my joy. The stops at the visitor centre and also the photo stops were the right…”

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From Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Trip - Loch Lomond starts the road north
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From Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Trip

15.Loch Ness, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 207 reviews · 11 hours · from $39

Travel from Glasgow into the Highlands with a small group, stopping at Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort Augustus, the Commando Memorial and Pitlochry. Your English-speaking guide, such as Heather, Scott or Nicky, provides Scottish history, folklore and music along the way. Add the one-hour Loch Ness cruise when booking, or enjoy time beside the canal and loch.

“Our guide, Nicky, had lots of info and stories about the various places. It was great to see the Commando Memorial as it had a family connection for me. A great day out.”

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