Loch Ness Self-guided / Independent Tours & Trips

31 Loch Ness trips. Tours from 10 tour companies. 126 reviews. 3.7/5 avg rating.

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Explore Ireland & Scotland
4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 15 days!
11 days$215 / day
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Highlands, Skye and Northwest Scotland
4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Enjoy panoramic views of Scotland's capital city from Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop an ancient volcano.
  • Be treated to views of some of Europe's oldest landscapes.
  • See if you can spot "Nessie" during your time at Loch Ness.
7 days$394 / day
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Highlights of Scotland & Ireland
4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Bus Tour (24 hours)
  • The Complete Loch Ness Experience (ASA)
  • Glasgow City Sightseeing Hop-on/Hop-off Bus Tour - (24 hrs)
13 days$238 / day
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Scottish Castles & Manor Houses
4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Scottish Heritage Pass
8 days$281 / day
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Scotland's Famous Cities: Edinburgh, Inverness & Glasgow
4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 10 days!
  • Edinburgh City Sightseeing Hop-on/Hop-off Tour (24 hours)
  • The Complete Loch Ness Experience (ASA)
8 days$241 / day
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8 Day London & Edinburgh by Rail (New York)
3.6/5 Great
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

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4 London, 2 Edinburgh

8 days$165 / day
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Best of the United Kingdom
By Intrepid Travel
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • If you're a Harry Potter lover, this is for you! Explore J.K. Rowling's greatest inspirations in Edinburgh and take one of the world’s most scenic train journeys through the Highlands, crossing the famed Glenfinnan Viaduct.
  • Marvel at the archeological wonder of Stonehenge and discover all you need to know about the rich history of this iconic site.
  • Spend a day exploring arguably the most beautiful and most British countryside – the Cotswolds. Explore the sleepy villages, walk through endless fields and taste some of the best ales in the neighbourhood.
27 days$433 / day
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Highlights of Scotland
By Intrepid Travel
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Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Embark on a world-famous train journey through the Highlands via the renowned West Highland Railway, including a crossing of the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct.
  • Discover Fort William, where you'll relish breath-taking views of Ben Nevis, the UK's highest peak.
  • Take a private bus tour of the captivating Trotternish Peninsula on Skye.
8 days$499 / day
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Discover Scotland  - 2024
By Collette
premier
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

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  • Visit a working farm and meet a shepherd and his sheepdogs.
  • Take a cruise on Loch Ness, the most famous loch in the Highlands.
10 days$285 / day
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Best of England, Wales and Scotland
By Intrepid Travel
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Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Take one of the world’s most scenic train journeys as you travel to the Highlands on the world-famous West Highland Railway, crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct of Harry Potter fame. Then explore the birthplace of the novels in Edinburgh.
  • Nothing beats getting to know a place on your own two feet, so get your walking shoes on for explorations of Portree Bay, Creag Bheag and Fort William with views of the UK’s highest peak – Ben Nevis – in all its glory.   
  • Take a ferry to the Isle of Skye, soak up the fresh sea air and mountain views and taste your way through the local whisky. Then, take a day trip through the stunning landscapes and medieval castles of Skye.    
19 days$416 / day
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Discover Scotland  - 2025
By Collette
premier
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Listen to bagpipes as you savor modern Scottish fare.
  • Enjoy an interactive cooking demonstration at one of Edinburgh's premier culinary institutions.
  • Learn how the bagpipe, that quintessentially Scottish instrument, has become such an integral part of the country’s culture.
10 days$300 / day
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Loch Ness Reviews & Ratings

3.7/5  Great
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Sep 2024

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Walk the North West Highlands and Skye

Overall, the trip met my expectations. Our Guide was awesome. The l...

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Mike M

Sep 2024

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Walk the North West Highlands and Skye

Beautiful, amazing, and sometimes challenging mountain hikes led by a local guide, Angela. Weather on the mountains can change in a heartbeat, so be sure to bring wa...

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Sep 2024

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Walk the North West Highlands and Skye

Highlands and Skye hiking was great! The weather was “bumpy”, as guide called it. But Angela was very good at tweaking the hiking days to get the max best conditions...

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Andrew

Aug 2024

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Walk the North West Highlands and Skye

The walks were tougher than expected, with lots of steep, rocky and muddy parts every day. Although the itinerary is close to the sea, this is essentially a mountain...

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