Greenock: Shore Excursion to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond

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Greenock: Shore Excursion to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond
4.4262295 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.4262295 out of 5 stars
61 reviews

Experience the scenery of the Trossachs National Park on a full-day shore excursion. Visit Loch Lomond, and Stirling Castle and also learn the history behind some of the heroes, such as Rob Roy.

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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English

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Nancy – United States

Lovely guide with stories and information to keep us interested. Walked with us at each stop with so much knowledge. Just the perfect amount of time for each stop. Slowed the bus to show us local landmarks. Delightful remarks, fun stories and music made the trip fly by.

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rachoc74 – Australia

Sam was a very knowledgeable guide. The bus was new and rode smoothly on the roads. seeing the castle was a highlight. I could have used another 30min as there is so much to see but time doesn't allow as there are other great places to see. It was lovely seeing all the countryside as we traveled to each place. Seeing the coos was an unexpected highlight. highly recommend this tour

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Peel Ports Greenock Ocean Terminal

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Kilmahog

    Coffee

  • Timeline stop icon

    Stirling Castle

    Visit

    Extra fee

  • Aberfoyle

    Lunch

  • The Trossachs, Scotland

    Bus tour

  • Timeline stop icon

    Loch Lomond

    Photo stop

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Arrive back at:

    Peel Ports Greenock Ocean Terminal

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Experience the majestic scenery of the Trossachs National Park
  • Learn the history of Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace and other heroes
  • Go to Loch Lomond, taking in beautiful views of the Trossachs along the way

Full description

Explore the majestic scenery of the Trossachs National Park and discover where the Scottish Highlands meet the Lowlands. Learn more about some of the nation's heroes at historic castles and monuments.

Following a pick-up from Greenock Port, travel northeast into the Trossachs, known as “Scotland in Miniature” for the craggy hills and sparkling lochs. Discover where writers such as Sir Walter Scott found their inspiration. Continue into “Braveheart” country to see the magnificent landscapes of Stirlingshire and Stirling Castle, the latter arguably one of the most important castles in Scotland.

The Old Town of Stirling is still surrounded by its 16th-century walls, built to protect Mary Queen of Scots from Henry VIII. Enjoy some free time to tour the castle and learn about the exploits of Robert the Bruce. Then enjoy some refreshments at the café, before driving into the heart of the Trossachs and the home of the folk hero Rob Roy MacGregor and his “Children of the Mist.”

Go to Kilmahog to get up-close to Highland cattle. Then journey to the village of Aberfoyle just below the Highland fault line. Stop for a bite to eat before travelling through Trossachs National Park to the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. Marvel at one of the largest lochs in Scotland and see many of its islands. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains before the return journey through Campsie Fells to Greenock Port and your drop off.

Includes

  • Transportation by modern air-conditioned bus
  • Live commentary
  • Driver/guide
  • Digital written translations
  • Food and drinks
  • Entry to attractions. (Pre-booking is required for Stirling Castle, please contact the activity provider)
  • Restrooms on board
  • Gratuities

Not suitable for

  • Children under 4 years
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Pick-up from Greenock Port.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Pets (assistance dogs allowed)

Know before you go

  • Unfortunately, children under 4 years old are not permitted on this tour.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated provided the passenger can board and disembark unassisted.
  • This is a Shore Excursion, and therefore designed for cruise ship passengers only.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 61 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5
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Nancy – United StatesSeptember 20, 2024 – Verified booking
Lovely guide with stories and information to keep us interested. Walked with us at each stop with so much knowledge. Just the perfect amount of time for each stop. Slowed the bus to show us local landmarks. Delightful remarks, fun stories and music made the trip fly by.
r
rachoc74 – AustraliaSeptember 9, 2024 – Verified booking
Sam was a very knowledgeable guide. The bus was new and rode smoothly on the roads. seeing the castle was a highlight. I could have used another 30min as there is so much to see but time doesn't allow as there are other great places to see. It was lovely seeing all the countryside as we traveled to each place. Seeing the coos was an unexpected highlight. highly recommend this tour
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Anne – Puerto RicoSeptember 2, 2024 – Verified booking
We had a lovely day with our driver/guide, Sean, who was professional, informative with a dry wit and played great Scottish music. Stirling Castle was the highlight for me and I would have preferred more time there, but with only 90 mins we were able to join a free tour of the exterior areas and then quickly walked through some of the the interior areas of the castle. The town of Stirling was so picturesque that it's now on my Bucket List to return to-and revisit the castle, of course. We stopped for lunch (on our own) in a small village and I had a delicious meat pie and cider, then the tour continued to Loch Lomond. The drive through this part of Scotland was beautiful. From previous reviews, I was apprehensive about the stop at Loch Lomond, but we went to an absolutely charming village with restored stone cottages lining the streets along the loch. After stretching our legs, grabbing a beverage and a quick view of the loch, we returned to the bus and concluded our excursion.

Product ID: 53383

Activity provider:Timberbush Tours

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