Loch Lomond, Kelpies, and Stirling Castle Small-Group Tour
ID: GYG3255-3255
Category:
Sight Seeing
, Nature and Landscapes
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Discover the Scottish Highlands on a full-day small group tour, and see forests, lochs, and stunning mountains. Explore Scotland's history and learn about its greatest heroes with visits to Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, and more.
Leave Edinburgh and travel through the historic grace of Linlithgowshire. Your guide will help you spot Linlithgow palace, the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.
On the way to Loch Lomond you stop at the Kelpies Monument. These two horses’ heads stand as a testament to the horse power that drove the industrial development of Central Scotland.
From here you head to the shores of Loch Lomond, which is Scotland’s largest loch and is protected as Scotland’s first National Park.
This is the perfect place to enjoy a walk along the ‘bonny banks’ and take in fantastic views of the mountains. This tranquil area was once the home of Scotland’s famous highland folk hero, Rob Roy MacGregor. By spending time on the trails by the loch you’ll be walking in the footsteps of one of Scotland’s greatest legends.
You then head into the Trossachs or ‘The Highlands in Miniature’, where the Lowlands meet the Highlands. Steep mountains, shimmering lochs, and thick forests: this area is stunning.
You stop for lunch in the heart of the National Park then continue to the city of Stirling where you can visit one of Scotland’s most magnificent castles. You can choose to take in the views from inside and understand why this castle was so instrumental in Scottish history.
From here our short journey back to Edinburgh passes the Kelpies once again before arriving back in the capital.
Highlights
- Visit Stirling Castle, site of great battles and known as the "Key to Scotland"
- Explore the land of Braveheart's William Wallace
- Discover "Scotland in Miniature" at the Trossachs
- Go on a nature trail walk beside Loch Lomond
- Drive through the beautiful landscape of Loch Lomond National Park
- Discover Scottish history in Rob Roy country
- View the Kelpies: the largest pair of horse sculptures in the world
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Minimum age to participate is 5 years
• You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on the tour. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You must fill out a travel information form
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Rabbie's Cafe, 6 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3EG
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
