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Overview
Take a day trip from Edinburgh to the beautiful Scottish Highlands and get to know Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park and Stirling Castle. The remote region is home to spectacular natural scenery with picturesque dales, mountains and lochs as well as quaint villages. After visiting the banks of Loch Lomond and exploring the Trossachs National Park, continue to the city of Stirling. Discover Stirling Castle on a tour (entrance own expense), and then return to Edinburgh via a stop at the Kelpies.
You'll start at
Highland Explorer Tours
60 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1TB, UK
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Balmaha
Stop: 60 minutes -
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Stirling Castle
Stop: 3 hours - Admission excluded
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The Kelpies
Stop: 40 minutes -
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You'll return to the starting point
- Magnificent views of Lake Lomond, The Kelpies, and The Trossachs mountains
- Explore historic Stirling and enjoy an optional visit to Stirling Castle
- Live onboard commentary ensures you don’t miss anything
- Comfortable round-trip transport from Edinburgh
Make your way to Edinburgh’s Royal Mile and travel by air-conditioned coach toward Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.
Take the scenic route, winding through the mountains and stopping to admire views of the sweeping glens, heather-covered moors, and glittering lakes. Arrive to Balmaha, on the shores of Loch Lomond and hop out to soak up the scenery, take a walk along the lakeside, and visit one of the lakeside villages.
After lunch (own expense), visit the historic town of Stirling, where the star attraction is the mighty Stirling Castle. Choose to tour the castle (own expense) and follow in the footsteps of royals like James V and Mary, Queen of Scots, or stroll through the castle gardens and take in views of the medieval fortress and Stirling Bridge.
Make a final stop to see the Kelpies, a gigantic equine sculpture on the banks of the Forth and Clyde Canal, before returning to Edinburgh where your tour ends back at the starting point.
Departure Point
Highland Explorer Tours, 60 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1TB, UK
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fee to Stirling Castle (approximately £15 for an adult)
- Entry/Admission - Stirling Castle
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 22 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Duration: 9h
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Mobile Ticket Accepted
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Languages Offered: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
- Free Cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
- Low Price Guarantee
- No Booking Fees
- Secure Payments
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