From Edinburgh: West Highlands, Lochs, and Castles Tour
Central Scotland, ScotlandDiscover the stunning scenery and historic landmarks of the West Highlands of Scotland on a day tour from . Find out more about Scottish history and culture as you explore Doune Castle, Loch Lubnai, the town of Inveraray, and iconic Loch Lomond.
Meet your guide and board the bus in central . Travel west out of the city and enjoy the scenery as you pass Stirling Castle on your way to your first stop at Doune Castle.
Admire the sight of the imposing Doune Castle*, which has been standing for 600 years. You can choose to visit the inside on the day. If you’re a fan of Monty Python and The Holy Grail, The Outlaw King, or the Outlander series, you can learn about how the castle was used as a filming location.
Continue on your adventure through the charming town of Callander and cross the Highland Boundary Fault Line. Leave behind the rolling hills of farmland for the wild mountains and forests of the Highlands.
Make a short stop at Loch Lubnaig and continue over the Braes of Balquhidder. From Balquhidder, the tour winds its way through the tough knot of mountains known as Breadalbane (meaning the 'high country of Scotland').
Before lunch, you have a photo stop to take in the sight of Kilchurn Castle, a magnificent ruin situated on the edge of Loch Awe and former home of the Campbells of Breadalbane.
Travel by the banks of Loch Awe through Campbell country to the picturesque town of Inveraray on the shores of Loch Fyne. Here you can admire the 18th-century castle (open to visitors from April until October), take time to explore the town, or head to the Old Jail.
Leaving Inveraray, drive up through the steep-sided mountains known as the Arrochar Alps to the great viewpoint at 'Rest and Be Thankful'. Skirt around Loch Long and then down to the "Bonnie, Bonnie Banks" of Loch Lomond.
Visit the conservation village of Luss, where you can wander around taking in its quaint houses and stunning views across the loch. From here, relax on the return journey back to , arriving in the capital in the early evening.
Rating
4.7
Duration
10 hours
Type of tour
Individual
Destination
Country
Type of experience
Outdoor
Best time to visit
- Spring
- Autumn
- Summer
Nearby stations
- Edinburgh Airport
- Edinburgh Waverley