Explore Glencoe from Edinburgh, away from the crowds
Overview
Discover Glencoe, the Wilder side of Scotland – A Private Highlands Tour from Edinburgh
Leave the city behind and journey into a Scotland of towering mountains, mirror-still lochs and dramatic Highland scenery. Departing at 8am to get ahead of the crowds, we'll take you beyond the usual tourist stops to discover quieter corners and spectacular viewpoints that larger tours often miss.
Travel in comfort in a luxury, air-conditioned Mercedes V-Class, with your own local guide and the freedom to explore at a relaxed pace. Stop beside beautiful lochs, admire Glencoe's mighty mountains, enjoy scenic walks and keep an eye out for Scotland's wildlife along the way.
As this is a private tour, we can tailor the day to your interests, giving you a personal experience of the Highlands with time to enjoy the places that capture your imagination.
Customisation is available along the route to Glencoe and within the surrounding area. Destinations further north require a separate tour itinerary.
What's Included
- Fee for guiding and all vehicle costs.
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
We can pick up from hotels/Airbnb etc in the general Edinburgh area. Pick ups not in this location may be possible, but only with an additional fee and subject to us being able to get there in reasonable time.
What To Expect
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Loch Lubnaig
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Loch Tulla
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Glen Etive
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Glencoe
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Glencoe Lochan
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Callander
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- If you are traveling with children who need booster seats do let us know to see if we are bale to accommodate them.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Fee for guiding and all vehicle costs.
- Food and drinks.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Explore Glencoe from Edinburgh, away from the crowds is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Explore Glencoe from Edinburgh, away from the crowds will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Fee for guiding and all vehicle costs.
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- If you are traveling with children who need booster seats do let us know to see if we are bale to accommodate them.
