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From Glasgow: Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Tour

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From Glasgow: Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Tour
4.785714 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.785714 out of 5 stars
14 reviews

Experience a little bit of everything that Scotland has to offer on this tour that visits Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, and more.

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Duration 8.5 hours
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Donna – Ireland

This trip was fantastic. I found myself being a solo traveller and the company ran the trip regardless, I was delighted as it was my last full day in Scotland. My guide John was so knowledgeable about the area and had great advice on what to check out in a short time frame. The cruise on Loch Lomond was delightful. Visiting in January gave an atmospheric backdrop to Stirling Castle. Definitely recommend this trip. Great value and beautiful scenery. A fun day out !

M
Michaela – Germany

Chris our Tour Guide was so incredible friendly and tried to give us the best experience.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Buchanan Street Bus Station

  • Bus/coach

    (50 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Luss

    Visit, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Balloch

    Visit, Free time, Shopping (1 hour)

    Balloch

    Boat cruise (1 hour)

    Optional

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

    Lunch, Free time, Shopping (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Stirling Castle

    Free time, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

    Stirling Castle

    Visit

    Optional

  • Bus/coach

    (45 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Buchanan Street Bus Station

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Photograph picturesque views over the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond
  • Choose to join an optional Loch Lomond cruise
  • Travel through Duke's Pass and stop to capture the landscapes
  • Enjoy a stop for lunch in the scenic Trossachs National Park
  • Delve deep into Scottish history at Stirling Castle

Full description

Immerse yourself in the lush nature of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and visit nearby towns before entering the hustle and bustle in the historic city of Stirling to see Stirling Castle. This tour takes off from Glasgow and offers an optional cruise at Loch Lomond.

Departing Glasgow, it’s a short drive to the conservation village of Luss on the banks of Loch Lomond. The village is known for the small, picturesque cottages that line the cobbled streets. Views over Loch Lomond provide a great photo opportunity too.

Luss’ church attracts many visitors, with many hoping to spot the Viking hogback grave within the grounds. The next stop is Balloch, at the southern tip of Loch Lomond. Passengers can purchase tickets to join a scenic 1-hour cruise of the loch. Those who prefer to stay on dry land, have time to explore Balloch Country Park


Heading deeper into the Trossachs National Park is Duke’s Pass, a winding road through spectacular scenery. Take time to capture the beauty of the area. There is time to purchase some lunch in the National Park too.

The final stop is in the historic city of Stirling. Overlooking the city is Stirling Castle, home to many Scottish royals and one of the most visited castles in the country. Choose to purchase entry tickets to the castle or enjoy the exterior views and explore the other historic treats the city has to offer. Later, return to Glasgow.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • 60-minute boat cruise on Loch Lomond (can be arranged the day of)
  • Entry fees to Stirling Castle

Not suitable for

  • Children under 5 years

Meeting point

Your tour will depart from stance 23-32. Make sure to check the information board for the exact stance on the day of departure. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure.

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Important information

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  • Due to current COVID-19 procedures in place at Stirling Castle, tickets for entry between 09:30 AM and 10:00 AM must be pre-booked in advance if passengers wish to visit inside

From $65 per person

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Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 14 reviews

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  • Transportation
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  • Value for money
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Donna – IrelandJanuary 6, 2025 – Verified booking
This trip was fantastic. I found myself being a solo traveller and the company ran the trip regardless, I was delighted as it was my last full day in Scotland. My guide John was so knowledgeable about the area and had great advice on what to check out in a short time frame. The cruise on Loch Lomond was delightful. Visiting in January gave an atmospheric backdrop to Stirling Castle. Definitely recommend this trip. Great value and beautiful scenery. A fun day out !
M
Michaela – GermanyNovember 16, 2024 – Verified booking
Chris our Tour Guide was so incredible friendly and tried to give us the best experience.
T
Tara – United KingdomFebruary 21, 2022 – Verified booking
This was an incredible trip. Thanks to our brilliant tour guide John! He was very knowledgeable about the areas we visited and we learned so much. The trip is well worth the money as we made so many interesting stops and had plenty of time to explore on our own as well. Not only were these stops beautiful but the drive was an added treat, very scenic! We would highly recommend! Thanks again John! :)
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