Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Description
Take an adventure into the Highlands as you explore the lochs, mountains and castles of Scotland. Enjoy spectacular views of Kilchurn castle, wander around Inveraray and explore its 18th century castle before reaching the village of Luss. Your modern coach will ensure that you see some of the best sites that Scotland has to offer in comfort on this 10 hour tour of the Highlands. Inveraray Castle is open to visitors Thursday to Monday, 26 March – 31 October
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Itinerary
You might recognise this medieval stronghold from many different tv programmes and films such as Game of Thrones, Outlander, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
We stop at Luss for views across Loch Lomond
Photo stop for beautiful views.
We stop at Inveraray for around one hour, giving customers the option of visiting Inveraray Castle if they wish. Please note Inveraray Castle is open to visitors Thursday to Monday, 1 April – 31 October
W drive further into the Highlands, passing one of Scotland's most photographed castles, Kilchurn Castle, which juts into the beautiful Loch Awe.
A brief refreshment stop at the iconic Green Welly and a photo stop at the historic Kings Knot, in the shadow of Stirling Castle.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 4 years old.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
- Please note Inveraray Castle is open to visitors Thursday to Monday, 26 March – 31 October
Reviews(570)
Adam was a great tour guide. Loved his stories and discipline to keep the tour on time
Our guide, Seamus, was very knowledgeable and helpful. This was a perfect introduction to Highlands.
Lots of driving but beautiful scenery. Quite a bit of walking involved to see Inverary Castle which is closed Tues&Weds but it’s still possible to walk around the outside. Australian Mark was our guide, he gave lots of history and relevant info, and was very helpful. The only stop that felt a bit rushed was Luss, Loch Lomond. The 16 seater bus was comfortable with plenty of leg room, important on a long journey. Would recommend this tour if you like scenic beauty.
Linda was a great guide, full of stories and jokes, and had a terrific playlist of Scottish folk songs. We really enjoyed the tour.
Hi there, Thank you for the kind review! We're sure Linda will be happy to hear that you enjoyed your time on tour with her...and that you enjoyed her playlist! We hope to welcome you back on tour with us someday soon! Best wishes, Faye
Timberbush tour review: We had a fantastic time on the Timberbush West Highland Lochs, mountains and Castles tour, and a huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Vix. From start to finish, Vix did an outstanding job keeping the tour running smoothly, making sure everyone stayed safe, comfortable, and on schedule while still allowing us plenty of time to enjoy each stop. Her knowledge of Scottish history was incredible, and she brought the stories, legends, and history of the Highlands to life in a way that was both engaging and memorable. Vix is a gifted storyteller who clearly loves sharing Scotland with visitors. We learned so much throughout the day, and her commentary made every location even more meaningful. She also had a great playlist that perfectly complemented the scenery and added to the overall experience. Beyond being an excellent guide, Vix was simply a genuinely kind, friendly, and welcoming person who made everyone feel at ease. Her enthusiasm, professionalism, and sense of humor made the tour truly special. We loved every minute of the tour and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Scotland. Thank you, Vix, for an unforgettable day! C&K Miller- Colorado, USA
Hi there, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! It's lovely to hear that Vix made such a positive impact on your experience! We' ll be sure to pass this on to them. We love that we were able to share the scenery of Scotland with you and hope that you will be able to join us again for another adventure! Best wishes, Faye
Our tour guide was named Brian, and we (four friends from Cologne) had a fantastic day in the Highlands and at Loch Ness. Brian is not only extremely funny and entertaining, but he also conveys historical backgrounds and information about the land and its people in a very knowledgeable and amusing way. Additionally, he pays good attention to all guests. We felt very safe and comfortable on board. 100% recommendation!
The bus ride was comfortable and our tour guide Karis was great. The highlands were absolutely beautiful.
This small group trip was amazing. Jamie, our guide provided great fun facts throughout our trip. His music playlist was awesome on the bus. The trip was laid out in a way that provided us a good amount of time at each stop. The views were spectacular. Highly recommend.
We had an EXCELLENT time with Vixi on our tour today. Amazing views, great driving, great stories, this trip was the highlight of our trip and is a MUST DO when in Scotland. Besides the wonderful sights, my favorite part was listening to the “origin of the unicorn” story on the bus narrated wonderfully and engagingly by Vixi. She is very knowledgeable!!!
The trip was beautiful, a pleasant journey to discover the hidden corners of Scotland, our guide Jaqueline was very kind throughout the trip telling us various anecdotes about the places to visit. The visit takes up all day from the morning at 10:00 to 7:30pm and the castles we visited were priced separately, but it was worth it, money well spent! If you bring a kilt and no underwear stay in place😂
