3 Day Coach / Bus Tours & Trips
Ever thought about exploring Kinvara and Dunguaire Castle, strolling the Cliffs of Moher trails, then visiting Kylemore Abbey in Connemara? West Ireland's best hits in three days. Tour the ancient Clonmacnoise monastic site, taste whiskey at Kilbeggan Distillery where Irish spirits have been made for centuries. From Atlantic cliffs to abbey gardens to ancient ruins, western Ireland packs stunning landscapes into compact distances.
10 best 3 Day coach / bus tour packages
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MelissaCoach / Bus travel expert at TourRadar
- 2 Days Angkor Archaeological Site Group Tour
- Teotihuacan Pyramids & Temples from Mexico city
- From Inverness: 3 Day Lewis, Harris & the Outer Hebrides
- From Inverness: 3 Day The North Coast 500
- Chitwan Jungle Safari – exotic 2 Nights / 3 Days trip
- From Glasgow: 3 Day Mull & Iona
- Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend - 1 Day
- Cairo and Alexandria 3 days
- Cairo 3 days from Eilat
- Loch Ness, Inverness & The Highlands - from Edinburgh
2 Days Angkor Archaeological Site Group Tour
“I like it, but they should have the pick up time for each hotel so we don't have to wait from 7:30 until whenever they arrive.”
LY, traveled in January
Early morning temple visits and afternoon lake excursions fill this 2-day tour. Air-conditioned coaches shuttle groups between Siem Reap's ancient temples and Tonle Sap's floating villages, led by professional English-speaking guides.
Duration 2 days Destinations Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Euro Khmer Voyages From
- US$107
Teotihuacan Pyramids & Temples from Mexico city
“The tour was great and I would recommend this tour to anyone.”
Roberto, traveled in April
A 14-seater van covers 50km from Mexico City to San Juan Teotihuacán. This nine-hour route includes stops at Plaza of Three Cultures and Basilica of Guadalupe before reaching Teotihuacan Pyramids, with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Duration 1 day Destinations Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán Age Range Ages 15+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Marvelus Travel From
- US$60
From Inverness: 3 Day Lewis, Harris & the Outer Hebrides
“Everything went very smoothly and I would recommend this tour company without reservation. They knew where to get the best experience of Lewis and Harris in only 3 days.”
Deborah, traveled in April
The Mercedes mini-coach departs Inverness Cathedral for a Highland adventure. A 2.5-hour drive leads to Ullapool, followed by scenic ferry crossings to Lewis and Harris's dramatic coastlines before returning to Inverness.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Stornoway, Lewis, Isle of Harris, Luskentyre, Carloway, Ullapool Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Rabbie's Tours From
- US$680
From Inverness: 3 Day The North Coast 500
“Whole trip was top notch! Highly recommended this trip.”
Justyna, traveled in August
Rolling from Inverness Cathedral through 15 Highland destinations in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. The three-day route spans 500 miles including Applecross, Ullapool, and John o'Groats, featuring Dunrobin Castle and Corrieshalloch Gorge.
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Ullapool, Durness, Thurso, John O'Groats, Wick, Dunrobin Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Rabbie's Tours From
- US$503
Chitwan Jungle Safari – exotic 2 Nights / 3 Days trip
“Nice accommodation with nice food and tour with a friendly guide. Chitwan Wildlife Jungle Safari trip is worth to go tour.”
Prunella, traveled in December
Duration 3 days Destinations Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Oriental Journeys Pvt. Ltd. From
- US$220
From Glasgow: 3 Day Mull & Iona
“the tour is well thought out and packs a lot in to 3 days.”
Alan, traveled in August
The luxury 16-seat Mercedes minicoach showcases 11 destinations across western Scotland from Glasgow. Scenic drives through Glencoe and along Loch Fyne to Inveraray complement ferry crossings to Mull and Iona.
Duration 3 days Destinations Glasgow, Luss, Glencoe, Lochaline, Isle of Mull, Isle of Iona, Oban, Kilmartin, Inveraray Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Rabbie's Tours From
- US$677
Duration 1 day Destinations Las Vegas Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish Operator Empire Vacations From
- US$209
The Sinai desert stretches between Eilat and Cairo on this three-day coach tour. Air-conditioned travel connects the Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and coastal attractions of Alexandria, with professional guide accompaniment.
Duration 3 days Destinations Taba, Cairo, Alexandria, Giza, Eilat Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Booking Tours From
- US$715
Cairo 3 days from Eilat
“Amazing tour. Extremely knowledgeable, a great sense of humour and just a genuinely nice person.”
Michael, traveled in August
A refreshing three-day coach trip from Eilat through Taba to Cairo, visiting 5 cities. Air-conditioned transport rated 4.0 takes you to Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and Saqqara necropolis. Hotel pickups included except final transfer.
Duration 3 days Destinations Eilat, Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Memphis Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Booking Tours From
- US$555
Loch Ness, Inverness & The Highlands - from Edinburgh
“Excellent driver/tour guide in Garry. Very knowledgeabke.”
Tania, traveled in October
Rolling out of Edinburgh at 9am, this coach connects 11 Scottish destinations in 2 days. The route passes through Rannoch Moor to Glencoe, Fort William, and along Loch Ness's 24-mile shoreline. Comfortable transport rated 4.8/5, features USB charging ports and Scottish music. Returns via The Hermitage forest and Forth Bridges by 8:30pm.
Duration 2 days Destinations Edinburgh, Glasgow, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, Inverness, Culloden, Aviemore, DalwhinnieSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Timberbush Tours From
- US$187
Reviews of 3 day Coach / Bus Tours
- 2 Days Angkor Archaeological Site Group Tour
Guides were fantastic, very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Pick ups could be better organised and vans could have better air con.
- From Inverness: 3 Day Lewis, Harris & the Outer Hebrides
We had the best driver/guide (Liam) we could have wished for. He was flexible when needed especially in dealing with individual requests and good company yet covered everything on schedule. We were also very lucky with the weather. On the beach in Harris we thought we were in the Carriban!
What an amazing trip! The NC500 was amazing. Each day we had a very different landscape to appreciate. Lots of stops and things to see meant we weren’t on the road alll day. Helen was a genius guide. I appreciated so much that after many years of guiding that she was still so in love with Scotland. Having a driver meant I could truly enjoy myself because those roads are no joke, especially for someone who’s not used to driving on the other side of the road. Already planning next trip to Orkney and Shetland. Only caution - bring repellent for the midges!
From Inverness: 3 Day The North Coast 500
What our customers ask about 3 Day Coach / Bus Tours & Trips
When is the best time to take a 3-day bus tour?
For Scotland and Ireland tours, summer (June through August) brings ideal weather around 60-70°F (15-21°C) and lots of daylight for exploring. If you're heading to New Zealand, plan for December to February when temperatures are a pleasant 68-77°F (20-25°C). Want to skip the crowds and save money? Try April-May or September-October - you'll still get good breathing room at popular spots like the Cliffs of Moher or Hobbiton.
How should I prepare for changing weather?
Think layers and bring a good rain jacket. In Scotland, especially along the North Coast 500, the weather likes to keep you guessing. Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way usually stays between 50-65°F (10-18°C), but rain showers pop up regularly. One of our travelers put it well: "Bring waterproof gear and warm layers even in summer - we experienced all four seasons in one day while touring the Isle of Skye, staying at places like the Seaview Heights guesthouse."
What kind of places will I stay at?
You'll spend your two nights in comfortable 3-4 star hotels, guesthouses, or B&Bs. Places like the Western Hotel in Galway, Seaview Heights in Dingle, and Ennislare House in Bangor are typical examples. Your room will have its own bathroom, and breakfast is included. One of our travelers noted about their Rotorua stay: "The hotel was centrally located with comfortable rooms, though some properties like the Copthorne Hotel could use updating in certain areas."
What does a typical day look like?
Most days start around 7:30 or 8:00 AM and wrap up between 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Take the Wild Ireland Express tour - you'll visit two or three main spots each day, like the Cliffs of Moher and Killarney National Park, with breaks for lunch and photos. One of our travelers said: "The pacing was perfect - we had enough time at each stop to really explore without feeling rushed."
What can I expect on the bus?
The buses are modern and comfortable, with good air conditioning and big windows for sightseeing. In Ireland, you'll ride in Mercedes mini-coaches with good sound systems. New Zealand tours use similar buses with commentary systems. Most have USB charging spots and Wi-Fi - like the ones Rabbie's Tours uses in Scotland. This makes longer rides between places like Auckland to Rotorua or Dublin to Galway much more pleasant.
How many people will be on my tour?
Most tours keep it cozy with 16 to 30 people. In Scotland, tours like the North Coast 500 use 16-seat Mercedes mini-coaches, and Ireland tours stick to similar-sized vehicles. Hotels like the Copthorne in Rotorua and Western Hotel in Galway are used to hosting these group sizes. As one traveler told us: "The small group size made the experience more personal and enjoyable."
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