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Edinburgh: The Kelpies, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Trossachs

4.9 · 460 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by Stewart Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
9h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The Kelpies and Stirling Castle combine with a drive through Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park.

Air-conditioned transport, driver commentary and photo stops are included; attraction entry is extra and children under five cannot join. 4.9 from 460 reviews at €54 per person for 9h.

In our comparison: #10 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €54 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Scenic tour through Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park
  • Regular stops for photos and rest breaks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Services of an English-speaking driver guide
  • Entrance to attractions
  • Food and drink
  • On board restrooms
  • Individual hotel / multi-point pick-ups and drop-offs
  • Children under the age of 5 are not permitted. Bring ID (passport or birth certificate) to prove age

Children from €51 (ages 5 to 16). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
460 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 451 of 460

Star breakdown of all 460 ratings

5 stars
433 · 94%
4 stars
18 · 4%
3 stars
5 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
4 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, scenery and relaxed pace; some find the Luss stop short on things to do

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides who combine Scottish history with humour
  • A varied route combining the Kelpies, Stirling Castle and countryside views
  • A relaxed pace with time to explore independently at stops
  • Clean, comfortable coaches for the journeys between stops
  • Scottish music that complements the scenery and commentary

Complaints

  • Some find Luss short on things to do, while others enjoy the village and loch views
  • Crowded restaurants at Loch Lomond can make it hard to find a lunch table

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (6 August 2026 to 28 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet the driver/guide at the bus stop outside West Register House (17 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DJ) for check in at 8:15am for a sharp 8:30am departure. What3Words: ///goats.hangs.major · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30 daily; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Stewart Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €51 ages 5 to 16

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #10 of 90€549h4.9 (460)shared
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7812h4.98 (405)shared
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared

Ranked #10 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €944, median €78; typical length 10h. 26 of 90 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 90 Day Trips from Edinburgh

From €54 per adult