Scottish Highlands Small Group Tour with Guided Walks

Summary

Walk through Glencoe and Loch Lomond with a local guide

You’ll join a small group for a day exploring Loch Lomond’s shores, wandering through Luss village, pausing at waterfalls, and walking beneath Glencoe’s towering peaks with a local guide who knows every story. With transport included and plenty of stops for photos or just breathing it all in—you’ll carry these wild Highland moments home with you.

What’s the experience like?

Hands stuffed in my jacket pockets, I watched our guide—Fraser, I think he said—point out the way the clouds snagged on the peaks above Glencoe. He had this habit of pausing mid-sentence to let us catch up, or maybe just to let the silence settle. The air smelled like wet grass and something peaty, and even though it wasn’t raining (yet), everything felt damp in that Scottish way. We’d started out in Balloch, sleepy but curious, and by the time we reached Luss village on Loch Lomond, I’d already lost count of how many shades of green there were. Fraser told us about old clan stories as we walked along the loch—his accent made them sound almost like lullabies.

I didn’t expect to laugh so much at a waterfall, but when we stopped at the Falls of Falloch, someone (not me) tried to pronounce it in Gaelic and even Fraser cracked up. There’s something about being in a tiny group—just eight of us—that makes you feel less like a tourist and more like you’ve been let in on some secret. The drive through Rannoch Moor was quiet; nobody really talked for a while. It’s hard to explain how big that landscape feels until you’re right there, watching mist drift over empty hills. The main keyword here is “Scottish Highlands small group tour,” but honestly it just felt like wandering with new friends.

By the time we got out for our walk in Glencoe itself, my boots were muddy and my hair was doing its own thing with all the humidity. Fraser pointed out where scenes from old films were shot—I pretended to care more than I did—but mostly I just wanted to stand still and breathe it all in. There’s this moment when you look up at those mountains and realize how old everything is here; it’s humbling. On the way back toward Balloch, someone shared oatcakes they’d picked up in Tyndrum (nut-free van rules meant no peanut butter). I still think about that view down the glen when things get noisy back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Loch Lomond & Trossachs

• Start tour in Balloch
• Visit Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park
• See Loch Lomond lake
• View Loch Lomond from Luss

Day 2 — Discover Scottish Highlands & Glencoe

• Visit Falls of Falloch
• Rest break in Tyndrum
• Explore Glencoe landscape
• Experience Glencoe and Highlands walk
• Short walk in Glencoe
• Stop at various Highland locations
• Pass scenic Rannoch Moor

Top questions

How long is the Scottish Highlands small group tour?

The tour lasts one day, starting and ending in Balloch.

Is hotel pickup included for this tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; the tour starts from Balloch.

What is the maximum group size on this Highlands tour?

The maximum group size is 8 people per booking.

Are guided walks included during the tour?

Yes, guided short walks are included in Glencoe and other locations.

Is this Scottish Highlands tour suitable for children?

The tour is suitable for ages 12 and up; contact directly for younger children.

Are there any health or mobility restrictions?

The tour isn’t recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health or mobility disabilities; not suitable for wheelchairs.

Does this small group tour include lunch?

No lunch is included; food stops are available during breaks.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near Balloch.

What’s included

Your day includes transport by air-conditioned 8-seater minibus with an experienced local guide leading both driving and walking portions. You’ll enjoy guided short walks through Glencoe and other Highland spots, plus plenty of photo stops and stories along the way before returning to Balloch.