Stirling Castle, The Kelpies and Loch Lomond Day Trip from Edinburgh
by The Hairy Coo
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This full-day bus tour from Edinburgh lasts about 10 hours and covers several key Scottish landmarks. The journey begins on a coach with air conditioning and a guide who provides live commentary about local wildlife, including the chance to see 'Hairy Coos'. The first stop is at The Kelpies and The Helix, where visitors spend around 30 minutes viewing the 30-foot tall metal horse sculptures built near the Forth and Clyde Canals. Next, the tour heads west to Balloch, located at the southern end of Loch Lomond. Here, guests have approximately 90 minutes to explore the town and may choose to take an optional one-hour boat cruise on Loch Lomond. The boat includes commentary by historian Neil Oliver, explaining the area's features and history. After leaving Loch Lomond, the bus travels to the village of Aberfoyle and then along the Duke's Pass, a scenic road associated with the folk hero Rob Roy MacGregor. The tour continues through Callander, called the Gateway to the Highlands, situated on the edge of Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. The next major stop is Stirling, where visitors spend about 90 minutes. They can either tour Stirling Castle, learning about its role in Scottish history including figures like William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Mary Queen of Scots, or explore the nearby city center on foot. On the return trip to Edinburgh, there is a brief stop of about 15 minutes at South Queensferry for views of the three bridges crossing the River Forth, including the UNESCO-listed Forth Rail Bridge. The tour finishes back in Edinburgh city center around 6:30 PM, though this may vary with traffic. The tour includes all taxes, regular comfort breaks, air conditioning on the bus, and live commentary by the guide. Admission fees for the boat cruise and Stirling Castle are not included and must be paid on site.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Kelpies & The Helix
Stop for about 30 minutes to see The Kelpies, which are 30-foot high metal horse sculptures located at the entrance to the Forth and Clyde Canals. These sculptures honor Central Scotland’s industrial history and are a popular photo spot.
30 min
Balloch
Spend roughly 90 minutes in Balloch, a town at the southern end of Loch Lomond. Guests can explore the area and choose to take an optional one-hour boat cruise on the loch, which includes commentary by historian Neil Oliver.
90 min
Aberfoyle
Travel from Loch Lomond to the village of Aberfoyle, then drive along the Duke's Pass, a scenic Highland road historically associated with Rob Roy MacGregor.
Callander
Pass through Callander, known as the Gateway to the Highlands, located on the boundary of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
Stirling Castle
Arrive in Stirling for 90 minutes. Visitors may tour the historic Stirling Castle, learning about its role in Scottish history, or spend free time exploring the city center.
90 min
South Queensferry
Stop for about 15 minutes at South Queensferry to see the three bridges spanning the River Forth, including the UNESCO World Heritage Forth Rail Bridge.
15 min
Edinburgh
Drop-off in Edinburgh city centre with an estimated arrival time of 6:30 PM. Arrival time may be affected by traffic and other factors beyond control. It is advised to allow 2 hours between the expected arrival and any onward travel or reservations, as individual drop-offs are not available.
5 min
Meeting point
We meet in front of Burns Monument, at 1759 Regent Road, Edinburgh. What3Words: ///allow.topped.joined CHECK-IN IS AT 8:15 AM, BUS DEPARTS AT 8:30 AM SHARP.
End point
We meet in front of Burns Monument, at 1759 Regent Road, Edinburgh. What3Words: ///allow.topped.joined CHECK-IN IS AT 8:15 AM, BUS DEPARTS AT 8:30 AM SHARP.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Stirling Castle, The Kelpies and Loch Lomond Day Trip from Edinburgh
by The Hairy Coo
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.£104Overview
This full-day bus tour from Edinburgh lasts about 10 hours and covers several key Scottish landmarks. The journey begins on a coach with air conditioning and a guide who provides live commentary about local wildlife, including the chance to see 'Hairy Coos'. The first stop is at The Kelpies and The Helix, where visitors spend around 30 minutes viewing the 30-foot tall metal horse sculptures built near the Forth and Clyde Canals. Next, the tour heads west to Balloch, located at the southern end of Loch Lomond. Here, guests have approximately 90 minutes to explore the town and may choose to take an optional one-hour boat cruise on Loch Lomond. The boat includes commentary by historian Neil Oliver, explaining the area's features and history. After leaving Loch Lomond, the bus travels to the village of Aberfoyle and then along the Duke's Pass, a scenic road associated with the folk hero Rob Roy MacGregor. The tour continues through Callander, called the Gateway to the Highlands, situated on the edge of Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. The next major stop is Stirling, where visitors spend about 90 minutes. They can either tour Stirling Castle, learning about its role in Scottish history including figures like William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Mary Queen of Scots, or explore the nearby city center on foot. On the return trip to Edinburgh, there is a brief stop of about 15 minutes at South Queensferry for views of the three bridges crossing the River Forth, including the UNESCO-listed Forth Rail Bridge. The tour finishes back in Edinburgh city center around 6:30 PM, though this may vary with traffic. The tour includes all taxes, regular comfort breaks, air conditioning on the bus, and live commentary by the guide. Admission fees for the boat cruise and Stirling Castle are not included and must be paid on site.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Kelpies & The Helix
Stop for about 30 minutes to see The Kelpies, which are 30-foot high metal horse sculptures located at the entrance to the Forth and Clyde Canals. These sculptures honor Central Scotland’s industrial history and are a popular photo spot.
30 min
Balloch
Spend roughly 90 minutes in Balloch, a town at the southern end of Loch Lomond. Guests can explore the area and choose to take an optional one-hour boat cruise on the loch, which includes commentary by historian Neil Oliver.
90 min
Aberfoyle
Travel from Loch Lomond to the village of Aberfoyle, then drive along the Duke's Pass, a scenic Highland road historically associated with Rob Roy MacGregor.
Callander
Pass through Callander, known as the Gateway to the Highlands, located on the boundary of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
Stirling Castle
Arrive in Stirling for 90 minutes. Visitors may tour the historic Stirling Castle, learning about its role in Scottish history, or spend free time exploring the city center.
90 min
South Queensferry
Stop for about 15 minutes at South Queensferry to see the three bridges spanning the River Forth, including the UNESCO World Heritage Forth Rail Bridge.
15 min
Edinburgh
Drop-off in Edinburgh city centre with an estimated arrival time of 6:30 PM. Arrival time may be affected by traffic and other factors beyond control. It is advised to allow 2 hours between the expected arrival and any onward travel or reservations, as individual drop-offs are not available.
5 min
Meeting point
We meet in front of Burns Monument, at 1759 Regent Road, Edinburgh. What3Words: ///allow.topped.joined CHECK-IN IS AT 8:15 AM, BUS DEPARTS AT 8:30 AM SHARP.
End point
We meet in front of Burns Monument, at 1759 Regent Road, Edinburgh. What3Words: ///allow.topped.joined CHECK-IN IS AT 8:15 AM, BUS DEPARTS AT 8:30 AM SHARP.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.