Our one day tour from Edinburgh lets you enjoy a taste of all things Scottish, as we take you on a wonderful and fascinating journey through a beautiful part of the Highlands. Experience scenic lochs, impressive mountains, historic castles, visit a pretty Highland village and explore the picturesque lochside town of Inveraray.
The best of the Highlands
From Edinburgh we travel west towards our first stop; Doune Castle. You might recognise this medieval stronghold from many different tv programmes and films such as Game of Thrones, Outlander, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail. On our way we will pass the historic and imposing Stirling Castle, high on its volcanic rock, Wallace Monument and The Kelpies. From there we drive into the Highlands, past the stunning Loch Lubnaig and up through impressive Glen Ogle, stopping nearby for lunch and beautiful views of the surrounding scenery.
After lunch we drive further into the Highlands, passing one of the most photographed castles in Scotland, Kilchurn Castle, jutting into beautiful Loch Awe and stunningly framed by the surrounding mountains. Then it’s on to Inveraray, a quaint small town built in the mid-18th century, on the shore of Loch Fyne. Explore the town and pick up some Highland souvenirs, or pay an optional visit to Inveraray Castle (April to September only), the historic home of the Duke of Argyll, chief of the Clan Campbell, which is set in large beautiful gardens overlooking Loch Fyne.
We now start our homeward journey, driving over the Arrochar Alps, an attractive range of mountains, with a brief pause near the top of the Rest and Be Thankful Pass. A little later we reach enchanting Loch Lomond, where we stop at the pretty lochside village of Luss before returning to Edinburgh.
Tour Overview
Duration: 9hrs 45mins
Total Distance: 225 miles
Pick up: Castle Terrace outside the NCP Car Park, Edinburgh, EH1 2EW. Check in: 9:00am. Departure: 9:15am.
Group size: 16 - 53
Availability: All year round
Minimum age: Travellers need to be at least 4 years-old
Zakaj obiskati
- Rest and Be Thankful, a breathtaking viewpoint.
- Take a scenic cruise on Loch Lomond.
- Journey along stunning Loch Lubnaig and up through impressive Glen Ogle.
- Inveraray Castle, the historic home of the Duke of Argyll.
- Discover Kilchurn Castle, a dramatic ruin on Loch Awe.
Kaj je vključeno
- Digital translations
- Knowledgeable Driver-Guide
- Luxury Modern air-conditioned coach
Kaj ni vključeno
- Entrance to attractions
- Food and Drink
Dodatne informacije
Where is the departure point?
Your West Highlands tour departs from from Castle Terrace outside the NCP Car Park, Edinburgh, EH1 2EW. Check-in opens 15 minutes prior to the stated departure time and closes 5 minutes prior to the stated departure time. We recommend that all passengers arrive as close to 09:00 as possible to allow enough time to be seated.
Are the optional extras included?
Optional extras are not included in the tour price.
The price of your one day tour from Edinburgh includes the services of a friendly, knowledgeable and experienced Driver-Guide, and transportation on one of our luxury modern air-conditioned coaches.