Fort William and Glencoe

Itinerary
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Stop At: Loch Ness, Scotland

Loch Ness Photo Opportunity - Loch Ness is a large, deep, freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands best known for alleged sightings of the cryptozoological Loch Ness Monster, also known affectionately as "Nessie". We will stop for a short walk down to the shores of Loch Ness, take some photos of the fantastic scenery and maybe even catch the monster out for an early morning swim.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Urquhart Castle, A82 Road, Drumnadrochit IV63 6XJ Scotland

Next stop is the magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, Admire the strategic setting of the castle, on a rocky promontory with an open outlook up and down Loch Ness whilst continuing to soak up the atmosphere of one of Scotland’s most famous lochs.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Fort Augustus Abbey, Fort Augustus Scotland

Travelling on to Ft Augustus Situated on the most southern tip of Loch Ness on the Great Glen Way, this historic and scenic hamlet is a popular tourist destination. Lying on the impressive 60 mile long Caledonian Canal, halfway between Inverness and Fort William, Fort Augustus offers spectacular views down Loch Ness, visitors can also enjoy a visit to the Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre which details the history of the canal. Or perhaps Grab a coffee and sit and watch the boats navigating the locks.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Commando Monument, Spean Bridge PH34 4EG Scotland

The Commando Memorial is a Category A listed monument in Lochaber, Scotland, dedicated to the men of the original British Commando Forces raised during World War II.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glenfinnan Scotland

The Glenfinnan Viaduct is a railway viaduct on the West Highland Line, has been featured in the filming of the second and third Harry Potter books, Harry Potter and the Chambers of Secrets and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban took place in this area with the Hogwarts Express calling at Glenfinnan!

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Glenfinnan Monument, Glenfinnan PH37 4LT Scotland

We visit the Glenfinnan Monument famous for being where Prince Charles Edward Stuart ("Bonnie Prince Charlie") raised his standard on the shores of Loch Shiel.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Neptune's Staircase, B8004 at A830 Caledonian Canal, Banavie, Fort William Scotland

We visit the famous Neptune Staircase. the longest staircase lock in Britain comprising eight locks on the Caledonian Canal, built by Thomas Telford between 1803 and 1822.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Old Inverlochy Castle, Fort William PH33 6SN Scotland

We visit old Inverlochy Castle now a ruin, but is unusual because it has remained unaltered since it was built in the reign of King Alexander III. The castle is sited on the south bank of the River Lochy, at the strategically important entrance to the Great Glen.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Fort William VisitScotland iCentre, 15 High Street, Fort William PH33 6DH Scotland

Onward to Fort William, situated on the shores of Loch Linnhe. It’s known as a gateway to Ben Nevis, the U.K.’s highest peak.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: The Glencoe Massacre Monument, 8 Upper Carnoch, Glencoe Village PH49 4HU Scotland

Before moving on to Glencoe Village maybe visit the Glencoe Folk Museum occupies 18th-century thatched cottages, with displays on local heritage and the Glencoe massacre of 1692. Wildlife in the area includes red deer and golden eagles.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ben Nevis, Fort William Scotland

Finally visiting the Base of Ben Nevis the highest mountain in the British Isles. Standing at 1,345 metres above sea level.

Duration: 30 minutes