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Most importantly, Clients consistently Review us as a 5 Star Tour Operator and a provider of 5 Star Tours on TripAdvisor - Google - Get Your Guide and Viator among others.
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We’re reviewed every year by the National Tourism organization - Visit Scotland and are consistently awarded 5 Stars for all aspects of your Scotland Tour
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We provide Extra Small Group Tours of no more than 8 people to ensure a more personable and enjoyable experience
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We offer a Guaranteed Departure as soon as 2 Clients Book on, giving you peace of mind once you’ve booked your Scotland Tour
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We go #Sightdoing
Our Sightseeing tours aim to get you out the mini bus and into the Scottish Highlands on foot so you can get a proper feel of the Scotland and it’s countryside
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5 Star, Overall Experience Scotland’s Wild TripAdvisor Rating, as off Dec 2022 from 214 Reviews
Jeffrey S - USA - TripAdvisor
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Favorite Day of Our Scottish Vacation Two Years in a Row
Last year, our Loch Lomond & Trossachs Day Tour with John Stevenson at Scotland’s Wild was so amazing, I immediately wrote my first ever Trip Advisor review! As soon as we booked our airfare for our second trip to Scotland this Summer, I booked John again to tour the Highlands and Glencoe, coincidentally for the same Saturday
John is the ultimate tour guide, who quickly analyzes your desires and skill level for your excursion. John is very easy to talk to, and we instantly got reacquainted catching up on our lives and our Scottish adventures. He caters the entire day to your family always listening to any interests you have and being flexible to include them in the day. John reminds you he is there to make this “Your Day”.
John took us to stunning Rannoch Moor first and then on two astonishing hikes.
Experience Scotland’s Wild exceeded our expectations and wishes for the second year in a row! He was like hiking with a long-time friend instead of a tour guide. He is one in a million! John also provided us with some of our best family vacation pictures and videos air dropping them to us on our cell phone at the end of the day. We feel so fortunate we were able to spend another day with him touring the Highlands and Glencoe. John’s magnificent tours will always be a very special part of our memories of Scotland! Best of Luck, John, as you continue to expand your business! We hope to see you again in the future; maybe at Disney World in Florida!
Jane A - TripAdvisor
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Derek did a wonderful job showing 7 middle aged ladies the highlands and Glencoe. No question was unanswered, he took group pictures for us and even gave me a short Scottish language lesson (a video for my Scottish scavenger hunt list!), Next time, we will definitely use this tour company.
Krystal P - USA - TripAdvisor
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My friend and I booked the Highlands and Glencoe tour for our first trip to Scotland. It was such an amazing introduction to a beautiful country. Derek was a fantastic guide and was knowledgeable and passionate about Scotland. I was really pleased the tours only require a minimum of 2 people as my friend and I were the only ones on our tour. Derek even threw in a few surprises that made a great day even better! The information we learned from Derek while on our hikes, we were able to use during the rest of our trip. I would highly recommend Scotland's Wild and would definitely book with them again!
Hartmunt K - Germany - TripAdvisor
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Hello, we had two tours during our stay in Balloch / Scotland / Loch Lomomnd and can only recommend these tours with this agency. John, who was our guide on both trips, is a very pleasant, friendly and sympathetic person who could answer all our questions and bring us closer to the country. We can definitely recommend the Glencoe Highland Tour. A tour that will not be forgotten so quickly, especially as John does not stop at the usual tourist spots.Fantastic.
Many thanks and greeting, Moni and Hartmut from Hamburg
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We’d say that Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands are a must visit locations on any trip to Scotland. We’ll start your wonderful day tour of Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands by departing Scotland’s largest city of Glasgow.
You’ll travel from Glasgow towards Dumbarton over the River Clyde, the life source that this trendy city was founded on. As you make your way there, you’ll get some beautiful views looking west towards the Clyde estuary, where the fresh water from the river meets the salt water from the Sea. On a clear day you should be able to see Dumbarton Castle, this historic location has links to William Wallace, Mary Queen of Scots and King Robert the Bruce, with the latter two believed to have been held captive in the pits below the Castle. This is also the location where a Viking army moored their longboats before spending months raiding the local area for slaves and goods over 1200 years ago.

You’ll eventually reach Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and get some magnificent views looking out over Loch Lomond as you pass through the Highland Boundary Fault Line. This is the magical moment you officially enter the grand Scottish Highlands and gain a sense of what the rugged mountainous landscape is really like.

After reaching the northern section of Loch Lomond, we’ll stop for you to enjoy some beautiful waterfalls. After a good Scottish downpour, these falls really come to life and create a roaring noise that clashes off every rock and fills every part of the Glen with a thunderous sound. From here we’ll keep travelling towards Glencoe where you’ll get the chance to see some beautiful Caledonian Pine Forest, this is a lovely reminder of the ancient landscape which used to cover much of the Scottish mainland.

You’ll then get out for a beautiful short hike along Scotland’s premier walking route, the West Highland Way as we make our way towards a lovely small lochan (small lake). It’s believed King Robert the Bruce threw his sword in this lochan to lighten his load, as he was trying to escape the onslaught from a surprise ambush by the MacDougall’s of Lorne. This battle is known as the Battle of Dail Righ, and the battle ground is not far from where you’ll be walking.

You’ll continue towards Glencoe where on the south of the entrance to the Glen, you’ll see the grandeur of Buachaille Etive Mor, the pyramid shaped mountain stands proudly guarding the entrance to Glencoe and is known by its Gaelic translation as the Great Herdsman. This name relates to the McDonald’s of Glencoe who were known as notorious cattle thieves and used the mountain to guide themselves back into Glencoe after a successful night raiding cattle from their neighbour’s lands.

Now is the time to experience one of the most gorgeous locations to be found anywhere in Scotland, the rugged, dramatic land of Glencoe. This alluring landscape captures the imagination of almost anyone who travels through the Glen, and you’ve likely seen it before, as the seductive beauty of Glencoe and the surrounding area has featured in many movies and T.V shows, such as, Outlander, Harry Potter, Braveheart, Rob Roy, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Highlander and most recently in Netflix’s Outlaw King featuring Chris Pine.
While in Glencoe, you’ll also hear how the MacDonald Clan from these parts where made an example of by government soldiers not long after King William came to the throne in something called The Glencoe massacre, proof that there’s also a dark side to Scotland’s turbulent history.

Now is time for some food, and luckily for you, you’ll have the chance to enjoy a delicious lunch right in the heart of Glencoe, surrounded by wonderous Highland scenery.

After enjoying lunch, we travel to some beautiful multi-level waterfalls which come to life after a little rain. We get there by going for a nice short walk through some woodland where we’ll keep our eyes peeled for wildlife, most notably the ever shy and endangered Red Squirrels which are extremely rare to see, though, this might be one of the best locations in Scotland to spot them.

From the Roar of the Waterfalls to the tranquil serene setting of Rannoch Moor, this area is thought to be one of the last remaining true wilderness locations left in Europe with vast peat bogs, lovely Lochs, and flat moorland for miles in all direction. It contrasts the mountainous landscape nearby beautifully. In this area we hope to get you up close to some majestic Red Deer, Scotland’s largest land mammal, so we’ll keep on high alert as we try to spot these wonderful creatures, then if luck is on our side, you may even be able to get a wee selfie or two.

From the grandeur of the Highlands, we’ll now travel south towards the lowlands, stopping off for one final scenic delight at Loch Lomond before finishing the day tour back in Glasgow.

This Glencoe and Scottish Highlands guided Day Tour may be explored in reverse.
After the tour departs Glasgow, we may also pick-up clients in Balloch and drop them back in Balloch before the tour ends in Glasgow.
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Glencoe & Scottish Highlands 1 Day Group Tour

Start Location from Glasgow

Meeting point at Buchanan Bus Station - Taxi Rank

70 Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, G4 0BA
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What’s Included in your
Glencoe & Scottish Highlands guided Day Tour

Included
A Fun & Friendly Driver/Guide
A Fully Guided Short Hike
A Fully Air Conditioned Vehicle
Beautiful Highlands Scenery
Stories, Myths & Legends

Not Included
Lunch & Snacks
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What makes the Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour Special?
Your Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Day Tour differs from other “generic” bus tours as we focus on getting you out and really experiencing the spectacular landscape. You get out and go for walks, learn about the area, learn the history, enjoy the culture and bond with your fellow visitors.
We don't just go Sightseeing, we take part in Sightdoing

Is the Glencoe Tour for me?
Before booking on to our tour, please remember that this is an Active Sightseeing tour and might not be for everyone. We will be going for 2 walks of approx. 1 hour each and will possibly be hiking up hill for roughly half that time.
Before booking on, please ask yourself,
Can I and everyone in my group comfortably walk for up to 1 hour?

What should I bring on the Day Tour?
As the weather can be unpredictable at time in Scotland, for your day tour we recommend you bring light waterproof clothing and sturdy hiking boots or shoes. You may also want to bring midge repellent as during certain times of year (primarily April - September) the midges may irritate you. If you’re lucky enough to get a nice sunny day, then some sun cream would be great. If it’s during the colder months, then some warm clothing, gloves and a hat may also be useful.

When should I arrive for the Glencoe Tour?
We ask all clients to arrive at least 15 minutes early for your trip around Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands, this ensures a prompt departure. If you’re going to be late, get in touch as soon as possible on +44 7473 208767 and we will see about getting you on anther tour if there is availability. This is not a guarantee though

Is there Parking near the Glasgow Departure location?
Yes, there’s parking near the departure point for your Glencoe & Highlands of Scotland Day Trip. It’s at Buchanan Galleries shopping Centre and is multi story, Private parking facility and they do charge for parking. It will take you approximately 5 minutes to walk from the parking facility to the Glencoe & Highlands of Scotland Day Tour Start Location

What is Guaranteed Departure?
Very simply put, our Guaranteed Departure for our Day Tours, Guarantee that as soon as 2 clients book onto a day tour, then the tour will be Guaranteed to go and explore Scotland from our start locations of Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and Balloch Loch Lomond

How long will I be out the vehicle?
On the Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Day Tour, there’ll be plenty of time out of the vehicle so you can really make the most of your day. This will be to enjoy some hiking, marvel at some beautiful waterfalls, have lunch and take photos of the beautiful mountainous landscape

Do you have any age restrictions?
For our scheduled day tours, we have a minimum age limit of 12 years old.
If you have children under 12 who you’d like to take on a Day Tour, we recommend getting in touch info@scotlandswild.com and asking about a fully private tour for you and your group.

Should I bring Lunch?
There will be no need to bring any lunch as you’ll be stopping off at a lovely wee place in the Highlands of Scotland to feed yourselves and gaze at the mountainous landscape surrounding your

Can I take luggage with me?
On the Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Day Tour, there is space for everyone to have a rucksack or handbag so you can carry your essentials. If you have a suitcase or any form of larger luggage, then do get in touch before booking to find out if we still have space to store it during your trip.

Will there be plenty of bathroom breaks?
On the Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour, there will be plenty of locations to stop to use the facilities. We won’t ever be that far away.

Should I tip my Scotland Tour Guide/Driver?
If you believe your Scotland Tour Guide/Driver provided you with a great experience then I know they will always appreciate a wee bonus, though it is completely up to you on how much you tip or if you’d like to provide one

What’s your Day Tour Cancellation Policy?
Any cancellation for our Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Day Tour, 8 or more days before the tour start day, you will be issued a full refund
Cancelling between 4 and 7 days before the tour start date you will be issued a 50% refund and cancelling within 3 days of the tour, full payment is needed
To see all our T&C’s, check them out here

What happens if I miss my tour?
If you are late for your tour, the cancellation policy will apply. If on the day, you believe you will be late, do get in touch as soon as possible on +44 7473 208767 and we will see about getting you on another tour if there is availability. This is not a guarantee though

Do I have Travel Insurance Provided?
We don’t provide travel insurance, though we highly recommend taking out appropriate travel insurance for any vacation to Scotland

I Still have more Questions, how can I get answers?
We’re always happy to answer any question and would love to help you as much as possible before you arrive in Scotland, so do get in touch if you think we can help info@scotlandswild.com
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