Glencoe Day Trip from Glasgow: Scenic Walk & Highlands Tour
Glencoe Day Trip from Glasgow: Scenic Walk & Highlands Tour
A day trip from Glasgow to Glencoe with a small group, from £88 per adult. Pass Loch Lomond and Highland waterfalls, then spend time on foot beneath Glencoe’s Three Sisters.
Glasgow to Glencoe in one day, via Loch Lomond and Rannoch Moor
Stand beneath the Three Sisters and Glencoe’s scale starts to sink in. This Glencoe and Scottish Highlands day tour from Glasgow gives you time to experience the glen on foot, with mountain views, woodland paths and stories of the people who lived here.
Begin in Luss beside Loch Lomond, then stretch your legs at the Falls of Falloch before heading deeper into the Highlands. In Glencoe, discover the history behind the scenery, see the reconstructed turf house and walk beside the peaceful waters of Glencoe Lochan. Open views around Rannoch Moor and Loch Tulla complete the journey. Your expert guide leads the outdoor stops and shares clan history and local legends along the way, with walking routes shaped by the conditions on the day.
- Duration1 dayapprox. 8¾ hours
- DepartsGlasgow, 9:00amback approx. 5:40pm
- Group sizeMax 16small scheduled group
- Ages12+younger? ask about a private tour
- WalkingTwo walksup to ~1 hour at a time, uneven paths
- GuideExpert local guideclan history & Highland legends
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Your Glencoe tour from Glasgow: the itinerary
Stop 1Luss & Loch Lomond
Conservation village · Loch views · Highland gateway
Leave Glasgow for Luss, a historic conservation village beside Loch Lomond. Wander its streets, visit the parish church surroundings and take in views across the loch.
Continue north through Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park as the landscape changes from Lowland Scotland into the Highlands.
Stop 2Falls of Falloch
Woodland path · River Falloch · Waterfall
Stretch your legs on a short woodland route to the Falls of Falloch, where Highland water gathers and drops into a rocky pool beside the River Falloch.
The falls change character with the weather and are often at their most dramatic after rain.
Stop 3The Three Sisters of Glencoe
Mountain walls · Clan MacDonald · Glencoe stories
Enter Glencoe and stand beneath the Three Sisters, one of the most dramatic viewpoints in the Scottish Highlands.
Hear the history of Clan MacDonald, the story of the Glencoe Massacre and the legends of the glen, surrounded by the landscape where those events unfolded.
Stop 4Glencoe Visitor Centre & turf house
Lunch stop · Local history · Reconstructed dwelling
Pause at the National Trust for Scotland visitor centre for lunch and time to see the reconstructed turf house, inspired by the dwellings once found in the glen.
Food can be bought at the visitor centre; lunch isn't included in the tour price.
Stop 5Glencoe Lochan walk
Woodland · Peaceful water · Mountain views
Walk around the lochan, surrounded by woodland and mountains, and see a quieter side of Glencoe away from the main road.
You should be comfortable walking for up to about an hour at a time on outdoor, sometimes uneven paths.
Stop 6Glencoe viewpoint, Loch Tulla & return
Mountain scenery · Rannoch Moor · Back to Glasgow
Take in wider views across the glen, then continue through the open Highland scenery around Rannoch Moor to the Loch Tulla viewpoint.
Look back across the landscape before travelling south to Glasgow, arriving at approximately 5:40pm, depending on traffic and conditions.
The itinerary is a guide. Stops, walking routes and timings may change because of weather, path conditions, road access, traffic or other circumstances.
What travellers say about this Glencoe tour
We did the Glencoe tour from Glasgow. Matt was our guide, he was awesome! One of the funniest person we ever met, always with a joke ready and very prepared about Scottish folklore. Glencoe was astonishingly beautiful! See you on the next tour;)
Highly recommend this tour company. Very organized both booking the tour and day of with excellent communication. I was fortunate to have Jim for my guide for my Glencoe day tour from Glasgow. He is a wealth of knowledge and very personable! I had an excellent day out he made the experience! Glencoe is well worth a visit for stunning views and history.
We chose the Glencoe tour from Glasgow and had a great day! The weather was unpredictable, but we enjoyed it anyway. Our guide, Lauren, was super friendly and had an awesome playlist that made the trip even better!
Why travellers choose Scotland's Wild
The mountains may be why you book, but it's often the walks and the stories you remember most.
- A guide worth getting to knowHistory, folklore, local insight and plenty of individual personality.
- A group small enough to feel personalWith no more than 16 travellers, there's time for questions and to get to know the group.
- More time experiencing ScotlandGuided walks take you away from the road and into the Highland landscape.
What's included, and what the day costs
Included
- Expert Scotland's Wild driver-guide and storyteller for the day
- Transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned touring vehicle
- Luss and Loch Lomond, the Falls of Falloch and the Three Sisters of Glencoe
- Two guided walking sections, including Glencoe Lochan
- Highland scenery, history, myths and legends throughout the day
- Small group, maximum 16 travellers
Not included
- Lunch
- Snacks and drinks
Your day at a glance
- Tour
- From £88 per person (youth 12–17 from £84)
- Pay today
- From £44 per person (50% deposit). The balance is taken 8 days before departure.
- Optional extras
- Lunch at the Glencoe Visitor Centre, snacks and drinks, paid on the day.
- Timing
- Check-in 8:45am, depart 9:00am, back approx. 5:40pm.
Where to meet your guide in Glasgow
17 Killermont Street
Glasgow, G2 3NX
Please arrive by 8:45am so your guide can check everyone in before the 9:00am departure. Scheduled tours can't wait for late guests. Buchanan Galleries car park is about a five-minute walk away; parking charges apply.
- Check-in8:45amplease arrive by then
- Departs9:00amtours leave on time
- Backapprox. 5:40pmtraffic can affect this
Before your adventure
How long is the Glencoe day trip from Glasgow?
It's a full day. We leave Glasgow at 9:00am and are back at approximately 5:40pm, with six stops: Luss and Loch Lomond, the Falls of Falloch, the Three Sisters, the Glencoe Visitor Centre, the Glencoe Lochan walk and Loch Tulla.
How much walking is involved?
Two walking sections are part of this active sightseeing tour. You should be comfortable walking for up to about an hour at a time on outdoor, sometimes uneven terrain. Routes can change with the weather and path conditions; contact us before booking to discuss a mobility or accessibility need.
Are there age restrictions?
The minimum age is 12. If you're travelling with younger children, ask us about a private tour.
How do I secure my place, and what is the cancellation policy?
A 50% deposit is taken when you book; the balance is collected automatically 8 days before departure. Cancellations 8 or more days before departure: full refund. 3–7 days before: 50% refund. Less than 3 days before, or no-show: no refund. Full terms & conditions →
Do I need to bring lunch?
No. There's a lunch stop at the Glencoe Visitor Centre, where food can be bought. For strict gluten-free or complex dietary needs, a packed lunch is recommended.
Where and when does the tour depart, and when is it back?
Check in at 8:45am at 17 Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NX, for a 9:00am departure. We're back at approximately 5:40pm; traffic, weather and road conditions can affect this, so avoid tightly timed onward travel.
Is there parking near the departure point?
Buchanan Galleries car park is about a five-minute walk from the departure point. Parking charges apply, so check its current opening hours and prices before you travel.
What should I wear and bring?
Light waterproofs, warm layers and sturdy walking shoes or boots. Midge repellent is useful from roughly April to September, and sun cream on brighter days.
Can I bring luggage?
Rucksacks and handbags are fine. Contact us before booking if you need to bring a suitcase or larger luggage so we can check the storage available.
Will there be bathroom breaks?
Yes. There are regular chances to use facilities during the day, including at the Glencoe Visitor Centre.
Can I book this as a private tour?
Yes. A private Glencoe day tour from Glasgow gives your party its own vehicle, guide and a more flexible pace. View the private Glencoe tour →
What happens if the weather changes the walking route?
Safety comes first. Your guide may adapt walking routes, viewpoints, timings or individual stops because of weather, path conditions, road access or other circumstances.
Ready to experience Glencoe properly?
Check live dates and prices, secure your place from £44 per person, and we'll see you at 8:45am on Killermont Street.
Prefer your own pace? See the private Glencoe tour →
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