Scotland Tours from Glasgow
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- 5 Day Glasgow And Inverness Including Loch Ness
- Discover Scotland (Glasgow to Edinburgh) (2025)
- Discover Scotland featuring the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Glasgow to Edinburgh)
- West Highlands, Iona & The Jacobite Guided Rail Tour
- Taste of Scotland | 8 Days Self-Drive Tour
- Scotland Culinary | 8 Days Self-Drive Tour
- Scotland: Lochs and Landscapes
- Eilean Donan, Loch Ness & The North West Highlands - from Glasgow
- Loch Ness, Inverness & the Highlands - from Glasgow
- From Glasgow: Highland Experience's Scottish Choice
Starting from Glasgow International Airport, travelers are whisked to the Radisson Blu Hotel Glasgow before exploring the city via hop-on-hop-off bus covering 21 key locations. A scenic train journey leads to Inverness, ending at the Royal Highland Hotel after a 7-hour Loch Ness expedition with stops at Urquhart Castle.
Duration 5 days Destinations Glasgow, Inverness Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC From $3,349
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A unique bagpipe demonstration at Glasgow's National Piping Centre opens this 360-mile Scottish tour. The route connects 7 cities, featuring Isle of Skye, Loch Ness cruise, and Orkney Islands before reaching Edinburgh Castle.
Duration 10 days Destinations Glasgow, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Thurso, Orkney Islands, Inverness, Edinburgh Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator Collette From $6,339
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Discover Scotland featuring the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Glasgow to Edinburgh)
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Begin in Glasgow's Victorian center at the Maldron Hotel. Experience traditional piping and Scottish dinner before heading north through whisky country. Easy access to city highlights and departure points for Highland adventures.
Duration 10 days Destinations Glasgow, Ballachulish, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Thurso, Orkney Islands, Inverness, Pitlochry, Edinburgh Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator Collette From $7,173
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West Highlands, Iona & The Jacobite Guided Rail Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Scotland never disappoints. We would highly recommend this group to everyone!”
Lynn, traveled in April
The spectacular West Highland Line anchors this 7-day tour from Glasgow. Rail travel to Oban, ferry rides to the Isles of Mull and Iona, and the iconic Jacobite steam train from Mallaig to Fort William showcase Scotland's beauty, including the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct. Guided transfers through Kilmartin Glen and Spean Bridge complete the experience.
Duration 7 days Destinations Glasgow, Kilmartin, Oban, Isle of Mull, Isle of Iona, Spean Bridge, Glenfinnan, Mallaig Age Range 18 to 85 year olds Operator McKinlay Kidd From
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This 8-day Scottish tour meanders from Glasgow's cultural heart through Loch Lomond to Fort William. The 500+ mile route showcases Scotland's most scenic regions, including Glencoe Valley, Loch Ness, and Speyside, before ending at Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile.
Duration 8 days Destinations Glasgow, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Fort William, Glenfinnan, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness, Inverness, Aviemore, Cairngorms National Park, PitlochrySee all destinations Age Range 1 to 95 year olds Operator BTOURS From $2,673
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Kelvingrove Art Gallery in Glasgow opens this 8-day Scottish excursion through Loch Lomond, Fort William, and Inverness to Edinburgh. The self-drive route connects 7 major Scottish cities, featuring scenic drives through Glencoe Valley and along Loch Ness shores.
Duration 8 days Destinations Glasgow, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Stirling, Fort William, Inverness, Loch Ness, Edinburgh Age Range 12 to 85 year olds Operator BTOURS From $3,561
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This 8-day Scottish expedition connects 7 cities via premium mini-coach, beginning and ending in Glasgow. The 416km journey features UNESCO-listed New Lanark, Isle of Arran, and Oban, culminating with Edinburgh's Royal Mile and New Town exploration.
Duration 8 days Destinations Glasgow, New Lanark, Isle of Arran, Oban, Glencoe, Luss, Edinburgh Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Back-Roads Touring From
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Eilean Donan, Loch Ness & The North West Highlands - from Glasgow
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The highlights of the Scottish Highlands were a fantastic way to see the area, with amazing photos and attractions.”
Chloe, traveled in July
The 2-day Highland route from Glasgow at 10:15 visits 7 key Scottish cities, including Stirling and Fort William. Luxury Mercedes Benz coach transport through Glencoe and along The Great Glen, concluding in Glasgow with train transfer from Edinburgh. Stops include Eilean Donan Castle and Loch Ness.
Duration 2 days Destinations Glasgow, Stirling, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, Edinburgh Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator Timberbush Tours From
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Loch Ness, Inverness & the Highlands - from Glasgow
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great experience, highly recommended and above all the guide, she was spectacular.”
CHARLES, traveled in April
This 2-day Highland circuit departs Glasgow's George Street at 10:15, visiting 11 key destinations including Loch Lomond, Fort William, and Loch Ness. Mercedes Benz vehicles navigate Scotland's most scenic routes before returning via Edinburgh with complimentary train transfer to Glasgow.
Duration 2 days Destinations Glasgow, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Glencoe, Fort William, Ben Nevis, Loch Ness, Inverness, Aviemore, Dalwhinnie, PitlochrySee all destinations Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator Timberbush Tours From
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The 5-day Scottish adventure leaves Glasgow's Killermont Street at 9:45am. The itinerary features Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, and Isle of Skye, ending back in Glasgow at 6pm. Scenic drives through the Trossachs complement overnight stays in Oban, Skye, and Inverness.
Duration 5 days Destinations Glasgow, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Kilmartin, Oban, Glencoe, Fort William, Mallaig, Isle of Skye, Kilt Rock, Storr MountainsSee all destinations Age Range 3 to 99 year olds Operator Highland Experience Tours From
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What people love about Scotland Tours from Glasgow
- Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights
The trip was great! It was well-organized and we had a lot of fun! The guide and driver was very knowledgeable and courteous.
- Scottish Royal
The tour was very enjoyable. Diane was very knowledgeable and at times humorous. Great group of Canadians on the tour, I was the only American. Highly recommend this couch tour.
- Taste of Scotland - 5 Days/4 Nights
Exceeded my expectations, above and beyond what I was expecting.
What our customers ask about Scotland Tours from Glasgow
What are the most common starting points for tours in Glasgow?
Glasgow offers three primary departure points for tours: Buchanan Bus Station on Killermont Street Glasgow Central Train Station and outside the Grand Central Hotel on Gordon Street. The Isle of Mull tour for example leaves from Buchanan Bus Station at Stance 23-32. Several tours also provide pickup service from city center accommodations like the Radisson Blu Glasgow. A TourRadar traveler notes "The pick-up point was easy to find and our guide was waiting for us right on time."
What type of accommodation can I expect on tours starting from Glasgow?
Accommodations on Glasgow tours range from well-appointed 3-4 star hotels to charming local guesthouses and B&Bs. Guests often stay at properties like the Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel in the West End the Radisson Blu Glasgow downtown or Pier House when visiting Isle of Skye. A TourRadar traveler shared "All hotels were great quality especially the Grosvenor Hotel in Glasgow's vibrant West End near the Botanic Gardens."
What's the typical length of tours starting in Glasgow?
Glasgow-based tours span from quick 3-day excursions to extended 11-day adventures with most visitors choosing 3-5 day itineraries. The Isle of Skye & Loch Ness tour spans 3 days while more comprehensive Scottish journeys can stretch to 11 days. According to a TourRadar traveler "The coordination of events as we traveled was great with a perfect balance of structured activities and individual free time."
What's the recommended time of year to take a tour from Glasgow?
The best weather and longest days occur during peak season from May through September. Year-round tours operate but winter months from November to March bring smaller crowds and better rates. As one TourRadar traveler reports "We went in September and had perfect weather for exploring the Highlands plus the autumn colors were stunning."
What's the typical travel time between Glasgow and the first destinations?
Initial destinations from Glasgow are relatively close with Loch Lomond 45 minutes away and Stirling Castle reachable in an hour. Trips to the Highlands take longer: Fort William is about 3 hours out and Isle of Skye requires 5-6 hours including stops. A TourRadar traveler shares "The journey times were well planned with interesting stops along the way making even the longer trips enjoyable."
How much does a typical tour from Glasgow cost per day?
Daily rates for Glasgow tours range from USD 210 to USD 462 varying by accommodation quality and included activities. A 3-day Isle of Skye tour averages USD 315 per day while a weeklong Scottish Escape tour runs about USD 218 daily. One TourRadar traveler states "Excellent value for money with the perfect mix of included activities and free time."