Small-Group Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh
by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd
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✓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.£112Overview
This nine-hour small-group tour departs from Edinburgh and includes visits to Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park, Stirling Castle, and The Kelpies. The trip begins with a 30-minute stop at The Kelpies sculptures located in The Helix park, where visitors can view the large horse-head statues representing Scotland’s horse-powered heritage and mythological water creatures. The tour then travels west through Scotland’s central belt to Balmaha, on the shore of Loch Lomond within Trossachs National Park. There is about one hour here to take a woodland walk and enjoy views of Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond mountain. After exploring the Trossachs area, the group continues to Stirling for approximately two and a half hours. Visitors may explore the town or choose to visit Stirling Castle independently; entrance to the castle is not included. Stirling Castle is known for its historical significance, including royal coronations and its role in the Wars of Independence. The tour concludes with a return to Edinburgh. The vehicle is air-conditioned and a local English-speaking guide accompanies the group throughout. Lunch, drinks, entrance fees, and hotel transfers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Kelpies & The Helix
The tour departs Edinburgh and travels to The Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures designed by Andy Scott. These 30-minute stop sculptures celebrate Central Scotland’s horse-powered heritage and mythological water creatures believed to have the strength of 100 horses.
30 min
Balmaha
The group heads west through Scotland’s central belt to Balmaha on the banks of Loch Lomond. Visitors have about one hour here to take a woodland walk and admire views of Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond mountain. This stop allows time to appreciate the scenery that inspired the famous song about Loch Lomond.
60 min
Stirling Castle
The afternoon is spent in Stirling, with approximately two and a half hours available. Visitors can explore the town or visit Stirling Castle independently; entrance to the castle is at their own expense. Stirling Castle is historically important, having hosted royal coronations including Mary Queen of Scots and played a role in the Wars of Independence.
150 min
Meeting point
This tour will depart at 8:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.
End point
This tour will depart at 8:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Small-Group Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh
by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd
Choose from 2 available options
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.£112Overview
This nine-hour small-group tour departs from Edinburgh and includes visits to Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park, Stirling Castle, and The Kelpies. The trip begins with a 30-minute stop at The Kelpies sculptures located in The Helix park, where visitors can view the large horse-head statues representing Scotland’s horse-powered heritage and mythological water creatures. The tour then travels west through Scotland’s central belt to Balmaha, on the shore of Loch Lomond within Trossachs National Park. There is about one hour here to take a woodland walk and enjoy views of Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond mountain. After exploring the Trossachs area, the group continues to Stirling for approximately two and a half hours. Visitors may explore the town or choose to visit Stirling Castle independently; entrance to the castle is not included. Stirling Castle is known for its historical significance, including royal coronations and its role in the Wars of Independence. The tour concludes with a return to Edinburgh. The vehicle is air-conditioned and a local English-speaking guide accompanies the group throughout. Lunch, drinks, entrance fees, and hotel transfers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Kelpies & The Helix
The tour departs Edinburgh and travels to The Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures designed by Andy Scott. These 30-minute stop sculptures celebrate Central Scotland’s horse-powered heritage and mythological water creatures believed to have the strength of 100 horses.
30 min
Balmaha
The group heads west through Scotland’s central belt to Balmaha on the banks of Loch Lomond. Visitors have about one hour here to take a woodland walk and admire views of Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond mountain. This stop allows time to appreciate the scenery that inspired the famous song about Loch Lomond.
60 min
Stirling Castle
The afternoon is spent in Stirling, with approximately two and a half hours available. Visitors can explore the town or visit Stirling Castle independently; entrance to the castle is at their own expense. Stirling Castle is historically important, having hosted royal coronations including Mary Queen of Scots and played a role in the Wars of Independence.
150 min
Meeting point
This tour will depart at 8:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.
End point
This tour will depart at 8:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.