Fort Augustus

Fort Augustus

Fort Augustus is a village on the southern shores of Loch Ness in the Highlands. Visitors come to watch boats pass through the Caledonian Canal's flight of locks, cruise the water, or search for the loch's famous resident. It serves as an ideal base for exploring the Great Glen, with nearby Inverness and Fort William easily accessible.

Coach tours
2
From
£469
Next departure
19 Apr 2027
Duration
5–8 days
Operator
Shearings

Our coach holidays to Fort Augustus take you right to the southern shores of the legendary Loch Ness. In the heart of the village, you'll find the Caledonian Canal, where it's a joy to simply sit back and watch boats glide through the dramatic flight of locks. It's the perfect place to relax, enjoy the views, and keep a keen eye out for the loch's most famous resident.

Whether you fancy a cruise on the water, a stroll along the canal-side paths, or a bit of shopping, Fort Augustus is a wonderful base for exploring the breathtaking scenery of the Great Glen and the wider Highlands. With Inverness and Fort William both within easy reach, there is so much to discover. Join us on a trip to Fort Augustus and experience the magic of the Highlands without any of the stress.

2 tours visiting Fort Augustus

  1. Fort Augustus

    Magical Skye and the Scottish Highlands

    Operated by Shearings

    Visiting › Strathpeffer, Fort Augustus, Inverness, Isle of Skye, Ross and Cromarty +1 more

    • Day 2 · Fort Augustus Fort Augustus, Loch Ness and Inverness Enjoy a scenic trip along the banks of mysterious Loch Ness – be sure to have your camera ready in case you spot the infamous Nessie! We reach Fort Augustus at the southern tip of the loch. Here, you can sit and watch…
    • 5 days
    • Leaves 19 Apr 2027
    • 12 dates

    from £469

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  2. Jacobite Steam Railway

    Western Highlands and Jacobite Steam Railway

    Operated by Shearings

    Visiting › Fort William, Mallaig, Oban, Inverness, Fort Augustus

    • Day 6 · Fort Augustus Loch Ness Cruise and Glenfinnan Our included excursion today takes us firstly to Commando Memorial, a poignant monument that commands spectacular views of the surrounding scenery, dedicated to the men of the original British Commando Forces. We…
    • 8 days
    • Leaves 25 Jun 2027
    • 7 dates

    from £1,279

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When to go

Coach tours visiting Fort Augustus, by departure month.

  1. Sept No tours
  2. Oct No tours
  3. Nov No tours
  4. Dec No tours
  5. Jan No tours
  6. Feb No tours
  7. Mar No tours
  8. Apr 1 tour from £469
  9. May 1 tour from £569
  10. Jun 2 tours from £599
  11. Jul 1 tour from £619
  12. Aug 2 tours from £619

Fort Augustus coach holidays: FAQs

How much does a coach holiday to Fort Augustus cost?

Coach holidays visiting Fort Augustus start from £469 per person. That's the lowest price across the 2 coach tours with upcoming departures; each tour's own dates and prices are listed above.

How long are coach holidays to Fort Augustus?

Coach holidays visiting Fort Augustus last between 5 and 8 days, travel days included.

When do coach tours to Fort Augustus depart?

Upcoming departures run from April 2027 to September 2028.

Which coach holiday companies go to Fort Augustus?

Tours visiting Fort Augustus are run by Shearings. You book directly with the operator.

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Fort William

Fort William

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Strathpeffer

Strathpeffer

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Mallaig

Mallaig

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Pitlochry

Pitlochry

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