West Highland Lochs, mountains and castles tour from Edinburgh
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West Highland Lochs, mountains and castles tour from Edinburgh

4.3/5

Excellent
14 reviews
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£53.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Why you’ll love this…
  • Step out into the mesmerizing West Highland Lochs
  • Explore the Scottish wiilderness in one day with experts local guides
  • Hop on a bus and discover Loch Lomond and Loch Awe
What to expect

Have you ever wanted to visit the famous Scottish Highlands? This one day tour from Edinburgh takes you to some of the most beautiful sites of the Western Highlands including Loch Lomond, Loch Awe, Kilchum Castle, Stirling Castle and Doune Castle.

As you leave Edinburgh, you'll head west, passing the historic and imposing Stirling Castle, high on its volcanic rock and going on to Doune Castle (you might know it from the famous movie ‘Monty Python and the Holy Grail’). From there, you will start your journey into the Highlands, past the lovely Loch Lubnaig and up through impressive Glen Ogle, to one of the most photographed castles in Scotland, Kilchurn Castle. Then it’s on to Inveraray, a charming little town built in the mid-18th century, on the shore of Loch Fyne. You'll explore the town and pick up some Highland souvenirs, or pay an optional visit to Inveraray Castle (April to October only).

By then, your journey will be almost over, but the road back to Edinburgh is absolutely gorgeous! You'll drive over the Arrochar Alps, a beautiful range of mountains, with a brief pause near the top of the 'Rest and Be Thankful Pass'. One thing is for sure, you'll definitely be thankful for this trip.

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What's included
  • check Knowledgeable driver guide
  • check Luxury modern air-conditioned coach
  • check Digital translations
What's not included
  • x_not_included Entrance to attractions such as Inverary Castle (April to October, alternatives offered in the other months) and Doune Castle
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where

Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, UK

Meeting point:
The tour departs outside the NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace.
What to remember

Not suitable for:

  • children under 4 years old cannot participate in this tour

Know in advance:

  • please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour
  • digital translations of the tours are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Russian, Italian and Chinese
  • only foldable wheelchairs can be accommodated on this tour. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please notify the tour operator before departure via the contact number on your voucher
  • Inveraray Castle is open to visitors from Thursday to Monday, from 1 April to 31 October
  • the castles included as stops on tour are: Doune Castle, Inverary Castle and Kilchurn Castle
  • Stirling Castle is not included as a stop, as you will only pass it on the route
  • on dates when castles are closed, the tour operator will compensate with more time spent at other castles, and if there are any irregular closures of attractions, they will directly contact you and let you know

Remember to bring:

  • please bring warm and/or waterproof clothing, wear comfortable walking shoes and take sun-block or a hat for sunny days
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Provider
Timberbush Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.3 /5

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5

    7 April 2025

    J'ai adoré, beaucoup de bus mais c'était vraiment très beau. notre chauffeur-guide très sympathique. Mon seul problème est que je ne parle pas anglais alors j'ai raté ses explications, tant pis pour moi.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5

    1 June 2024

    Paul "Santa" was an exceptional driver, entertaining storyteller and all around funny, kind and giving guy. Paul was a true asset to the tour, he gave clear time frames abd fit in as much as humanely possible within our allotted time with him in the tour and because of him we had a tour of a lifetim

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4

    8 November 2022

    Dommage française je n'ai rien compris aux explications du guide

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4

    3 April 2018

    It all went as planned - a very happy customer

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5

    15 March 2018

    Very good service

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4

    31 March 2018

    gran bella esperienza

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