Private Tour of Highlands, Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
ID: GYG632982-1052915
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Private tour of the Highlands from Edinburgh, where you will see Highland Cows, the heritage village of Luss at Loch Lomond, Inveraray Castle, Kilchurn Castle, Glencoe, Rannoch Moor, and the Kelpies.
Witness the vast mountains and wide open spaces of the Scottish Highlands on a tour through some of its most special places. See castles crumbling dramatically against craggy hills, and enjoy peaceful views of glassy lochs nestled between peaks and glens. Learn about the rich history and folklore of the area, and see some of Scotland's most celebrated scenery.
Our first stop will be at Craigies Farm, where you will have the opportunity to see the beautiful 'Highland Coos' up close. Bring carrots as they love a snack! There is also a farm shop selling local produce where you can stock up on some snacks and souvenirs.
Next we will make our way westwards towards the beautiful village of Luss, nestled on the banks of Loch Lomond. Once there, you will have 30 mins to explore this wonderful quaint conservation village, voted 'the most beautiful village in Scotland' by some.
Approximately an hour away is the stunning Inveraray Castle, 'The rest and be Thankful' moutain pass is en route, and we will stop here for some quick photos of the fantastic scenery. 10 mins photo stop.
The iconic Inveraray Castle, home and residence to the 'Duke & Duchess of Argyle', (the Duke of Argyle holds the Clan Chief, of Clan Campbell title) open to the public with a cafe in the basement.
Our next stop is Kilchurn castle, a great stop for photos, it was a formidable fortress in its time, surrounded on three sides by water. 10 mins photo stop
St Conan's Kirk, is our next stop. A wee hidden gem of the Scottish Highlands, this Kirk was voted by Architects as a top ten building in Scotland, and with a crypt with a bone from Robert the Bruce it's a most quirky building, alike to a 'Game of Thrones' scene.
Next we will make ou way to the most photographed place in Scotland: The Three Sisters of Glencoe. This is an incredibly beautiful mountain viewpoint full of poignancy and historical relevance.
From here, we will make our way back through Rannoch Moor - the largest bog expanse in the UK. There are several photo stop opportunities along the way.
From here, we are on our way home, but to break up the journey we will stop over at the Kelpies - the largest equine statues in the world.
Highlights
- Private tour exclusively for you and your party with a seasoned guide.
- Visit Inveraray Castle, home of the Duke or Argyll, head of the Clan Campbell
- 'Toast' the Highlands at the Three Sisters of Glencoe.
- See the Kelpies - the biggest equine statues in the world.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Entry to Inveraray Castle is closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays; and from 29 October 2024 to 1 April 2025.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.