GREENOCK (GLASGOW) SHORE EXCURSION: Scotland Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Description
Embark on our Scotland Adventure from Greenock Cruise Terminal! Drive through the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, spot iconic Highland cows, explore the charming town of Inveraray, and visit the historic ruins of Kilchurn Castle. This is a Sightseeing tour the way it should be done! Enjoy a real Scotland Adventure BusyBus style where your driver guide will show you sights off the beaten track with real passion and delight.
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Itinerary
We will be calling at Luss nestled on the shores Loch Lomond as the final stop before returning to the ship
We'll make a brief stop to stretch your legs and capture some photos of this iconic and historic location — the largest inland body of fresh water in Great Britain by surface area, and undoubtedly one of the most scenic. Free toilet facilities are available at the car park if needed.
A popular Highland rest stop surrounded by scenic mountain views and fresh country air. Explore the well-stocked gift shop featuring local products and souvenirs, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
A 10–15 minute flat walk takes you to the stunning ruins of Kilchurn Castle, set against the dramatic backdrop of Loch Awe. Keep an eye out for sheep and rams along the path! For those not wanting to join the walk, you can still enjoy views from afar, visit the nearby gift hut with local art, or relax by the picnic benches near the car park.
Here you have the option to join a walking tour of the castle’s interior (additional cost), where you'll discover fascinating artefacts, and stories of Clan Campbell, one of Scotland’s most powerful families. Even if you choose not to enter, the castle grounds and exterior offer a picture-perfect experience not to be missed. Please note: The castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, but the grounds are still accessible via a scenic 800-metre walk from the drop-off point — ideal for photos and enjoying the beautiful setting.
Take time to explore the charming lochside town of Inveraray, a perfect stop for lunch and a stroll. Ask your guide for their top lunch recommendations — whether you’re after a cosy pub, fresh seafood, or a quick bite, they’ll point you in the right direction!
Take in the stunning views of scenic highland glen which is a memorable stop along the historic Old Military Road. This stop is dependant on weather conditions.
Discover the historic Old Church of Luss, home to a medieval Hogback grave and early medieval cross slab graves. Enjoy views of leisure boats on the loch and spot local wildlife in this tranquil setting. Luss is a picturesque village featuring beautifully maintained cottages and charming shops, many still lived in today.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pushchairs, wheelchairs and luggage must be communicated to and approved by our company in advance
- Please note that the tour’s timings are designed exclusively with your cruise schedule in mind. If you dock late, do not panic - we will be there waiting for you and we will adjust timings accordingly to make sure everything runs smoothly. If you dock early, we will depart at the scheduled ticket time above. We will ALWAYS ensure you are back at least one hour before your ship departs.
Reviews(209)
Great tour guide Sandra who even gave us her shortbread recipe! Lovely scenery with national parks, historic cemetery, and a castle. Totally recommend!
This Viator tour was very disappointing. The tour bus was a long walk from our cruise ship - in the pouring rain. There was no signage to show where the bus was. And there were no people at all to show us where to go. At least eight people were late to the bus due to this. When we arrived at what we thought might be the bus, the driver could not answer whether this was a Viator tour. We saw a Busy Bus sign at the top of the windshield halfway through the tour, but no one could see it when they needed to due to the rain. The guide was nowhere in sight. When he arrived late, he had no list of who were supposed to be on the tour, and he did not have names nor did he look at anyone's tickets. As a result, the tour guide was ready to leave several people behind until their friends and relatives told him they were expecting them. All of these people were late due to not knowing where the bus was. This was unacceptable! Also, this was a very long tour with eight hours of being on the bus - with very limited stops. The guide was knowledgeable. But he gave us too much detailed information during the ride - than anyone could possibly digest. The tour was also dampened because of the poor viewing due to the rain and very few and limited stops. In conclusion, this tour was not worth it!!!
This was our favorite excursion of the entire trip. Sandra was a fabulous guide - she gave us lots of information and she was friendly and fun. We got to see a lot of things in one day and did not feel rushed. This tour made me fall in love with Scotland.
We really enjoyed this large-group tour through this beautiful part of Scotland. Sandra was a terrific guide—and makes the best shortbread! We especially appreciated that she gave us options for how to spend our time at each stop. Although it was a large group, Sandra kept everything organized and managed the day extremely well. Great shopping opportunities!
This was a great tour. We were picked up and returned to the port in a timely manner. The operators spoke of the history of Scotland along the way.
First of all, we were led to believe that our transportation would be a 15 passage van allowing for a more individualized tour. We were herded onto a 40 passenger bus which was very uncomfortable. Our tour guide, Sandra, was very informative with much history of Scotland and the Highlands. Michael, our bus driver, was excellent in driving and parking accommodations. The tour was long with quite a few stops, some not too interesting. One couple, not part of our group, delayed our departure for over a half an hour because of their lack of courtesy! Overall, the tour was good, interesting and informative, yet our group of 12 would have much preferred the smaller transport as expected! We had expected a tour with more oriented for a smaller group and we didn’t not get that!
Fantastic experience. Pick up and drop off right at the cruise port. Everyone on our bus was from our ship. Tour operator waited as there was a slight delay disembarking. Saw old castles and heard about the history of the area. Found beautiful wool and cashmere sweaters in Inveraray. My husband and I both agree that this was our favorite shore excursion so far. Had lunch in a delightful local cafe. A relaxing day seeing the Scottish highlands.
What a great experience. Sandra the tour guide was awesome with lots of history knowledge. Mike the bus driver navigated very tight narrow roads. I highly suggest this tour.
It was a long day but so many beautiful places to see. The explanations were complete, questions were answered!
Sandra was a great tour guide! She provided us with special treats!!! The tour definitely gave us a good overview of the Scotland Highlands but, in my opinion, we had too little time at each stop but one. It felt as though we were always being rushed.
