Edinburgh Day Tour: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, the Kelpies and Trossachs National Park
by Timberbush Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£114Overview
This full-day coach tour lasting about nine and a half hours starts in Edinburgh and heads first to the Kelpies near The Helix park. These 30-meter-high horse-head sculptures represent mythical Scottish creatures and are the largest equine statues worldwide. After visiting the Kelpies, the tour continues to Balloch on Loch Lomond, where passengers may choose to take a cruise across the lake; this cruise ticket is not included in the tour price. For those who prefer not to cruise, there is an option to walk around Loch Lomond Shores. Next, the coach drives through the Trossachs National Park, often called "the Highlands in Miniature" for its many lochs, mountains, and forests. The route includes a stop at Aberfoyle, where guests can explore the area and have lunch in a village known for its connection to the Scottish outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. After lunch, the journey proceeds through Callander and past Doune Castle before arriving at Stirling Castle for a ninety-minute visit. Entrance to Stirling Castle is optional and not included in the tour price. The castle sits on volcanic rock and is one of Scotland's key historic fortresses, associated with figures such as William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Mary Queen of Scots. The tour concludes with a brief stop at South Queensferry to view the Forth Bridges before returning to Edinburgh. The tour includes a driver-guide, air conditioning on the vehicle, and live commentary throughout the trip. Food, drinks, gratuities, attraction tickets, onboard restrooms, and WiFi are not included. From December 3, 2024, departures will be from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW in Edinburgh.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Kelpies & The Helix
The first stop is at the Kelpies sculptures near The Helix. These 30-meter-tall horse-head figures are the largest equine statues in the world and represent mythical creatures from Scottish folklore.
15 min
Balloch
At Balloch, located on Loch Lomond, passengers may choose to take a cruise on the lake. The cruise ticket is not included. This stop lasts about one hour.
60 min
Loch Lomond Shores
For visitors not taking the cruise, there is a one-hour stop at Loch Lomond Shores to walk and explore the area around the lake.
60 min
Aberfoyle VisitScotland iCentre
The tour continues through the Trossachs National Park, known for its numerous lochs, mountains, and forests. At Aberfoyle, visitors can explore the village associated with Rob Roy MacGregor and have lunch in the scenic surroundings.
60 min
Stirling Castle
After passing through Callander and seeing Doune Castle from the coach, the group stops for ninety minutes at Stirling Castle. This historic fortress sits on volcanic rock and offers views of the area. Visitors can learn about William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Mary Queen of Scots. Entrance is optional and tickets must be purchased separately.
90 min
South Queensferry
The final stop is a short ten-minute visit to South Queensferry to view the Forth Bridges before returning to Edinburgh.
10 min
Meeting point
Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works
End point
Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Edinburgh Day Tour: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, the Kelpies and Trossachs National Park
by Timberbush Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£114Overview
This full-day coach tour lasting about nine and a half hours starts in Edinburgh and heads first to the Kelpies near The Helix park. These 30-meter-high horse-head sculptures represent mythical Scottish creatures and are the largest equine statues worldwide. After visiting the Kelpies, the tour continues to Balloch on Loch Lomond, where passengers may choose to take a cruise across the lake; this cruise ticket is not included in the tour price. For those who prefer not to cruise, there is an option to walk around Loch Lomond Shores. Next, the coach drives through the Trossachs National Park, often called "the Highlands in Miniature" for its many lochs, mountains, and forests. The route includes a stop at Aberfoyle, where guests can explore the area and have lunch in a village known for its connection to the Scottish outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. After lunch, the journey proceeds through Callander and past Doune Castle before arriving at Stirling Castle for a ninety-minute visit. Entrance to Stirling Castle is optional and not included in the tour price. The castle sits on volcanic rock and is one of Scotland's key historic fortresses, associated with figures such as William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Mary Queen of Scots. The tour concludes with a brief stop at South Queensferry to view the Forth Bridges before returning to Edinburgh. The tour includes a driver-guide, air conditioning on the vehicle, and live commentary throughout the trip. Food, drinks, gratuities, attraction tickets, onboard restrooms, and WiFi are not included. From December 3, 2024, departures will be from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW in Edinburgh.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Kelpies & The Helix
The first stop is at the Kelpies sculptures near The Helix. These 30-meter-tall horse-head figures are the largest equine statues in the world and represent mythical creatures from Scottish folklore.
15 min
Balloch
At Balloch, located on Loch Lomond, passengers may choose to take a cruise on the lake. The cruise ticket is not included. This stop lasts about one hour.
60 min
Loch Lomond Shores
For visitors not taking the cruise, there is a one-hour stop at Loch Lomond Shores to walk and explore the area around the lake.
60 min
Aberfoyle VisitScotland iCentre
The tour continues through the Trossachs National Park, known for its numerous lochs, mountains, and forests. At Aberfoyle, visitors can explore the village associated with Rob Roy MacGregor and have lunch in the scenic surroundings.
60 min
Stirling Castle
After passing through Callander and seeing Doune Castle from the coach, the group stops for ninety minutes at Stirling Castle. This historic fortress sits on volcanic rock and offers views of the area. Visitors can learn about William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Mary Queen of Scots. Entrance is optional and tickets must be purchased separately.
90 min
South Queensferry
The final stop is a short ten-minute visit to South Queensferry to view the Forth Bridges before returning to Edinburgh.
10 min
Meeting point
Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works
End point
Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.