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Board a small-coach journey from Aviemore into the Great Glen, cruise the Caledonian Canal onto Loch Ness, and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle. This 6–7 hour tour blends geology, history and wildlife with a one-hour Jacobite cruise included.
Board a small-coach journey from Aviemore into the Great Glen, cruise the Caledonian Canal onto Loch Ness, and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle. This 6–7 hour tour blends geology, history and wildlife with a one-hour Jacobite cruise included.
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Operated by Rabbies Trail Burners · Aviemore, Highland
A low-slung Mercedes mini-coach eases out of Aviemore and the Highlands open like a slow-moving film: rivers cut bright ribbons through peat-stained hills, and the Great Glen yawns as a geological scar that has shaped this landscape for millions of years.
easy.
6–7 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks on uneven ground at viewpoints and boarding stairs for the cruise.
Yes—the itinerary includes a one-hour Jacobite cruise along the Caledonian Canal onto Loch Ness and admission to Urquhart Castle as part of the tour price.
The total duration is about 6.5 hours (listed as 390 minutes) and the departure point is Aviemore; check your booking confirmation for the exact meeting location.
Children under 5 cannot be accommodated on this tour; older children should be supervised, especially around castle edges and on the boat.
You’re allowed up to ~14kg (carry-on-sized) per person; the tour runs on a 16-seat coach but is not a scheduled intercity shuttle—confirm pickup or meeting details on your voucher.
The Great Glen is a major geological fault line; Urquhart Castle has medieval origins and was a strategic stronghold through clan conflicts and the Jacobite era.
Loch Ness’s cold, deep freshwater supports sensitive habitats; visitors should stay on marked paths, avoid disturbing wildlife and follow Leave No Trace principles.
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