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West Highlands, Lochs and Castles Day Tour Including Admission

4.7 Great 1157 reviews
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10h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Live guide

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Recommended by 94% of travellers: 1092 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

Doune Castle admission is included on this West Highlands route through lochs, coastal villages and mountains. Travel is by mini-coach in a small shared group of up to sixteen, with live commentary; hotel pickup and meals are excluded. 4.73 from 1,157 reviews at €99 per person for 10h.

From the guide

When you visit a country, you often don't want modern buildings, fancy restaurants, and WiFi points. You simply want to step inside a nature documentary, relive a history show, and explore the sights that inspired the postcards. Well, if that’s you, then you’re in luck. Because this tour is exactly that.

It takes you on a journey through Scotland's classic misty castles, sparkling lochs, wee coastal villages and heather-clad mountains.

It’s an one day tour that lets you discover Scotland’s iconic sights, while also showing you some of the country’s best kept secrets. Capture the spirit of the Western Highlands and explore Scotland’s most atmospheric lochs and castles.

Groups are limited to 16 passengers to ensure a more personalised experience.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 08:15
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:15. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Admission Fees - Doune Castle included in tour price
The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meals and refreshments
Admission fees (unless stated)

Itinerary

Luss Village Paths Stop 1
This idyllic village on the shores of Loch Lomond will make you want to pack your bags and move in.
30 min
Rest and be Thankful Stop 2
Let the beauty sink in at this stunning location that was a popular rest spot for soldiers.
10 min
Inveraray Stop 3
From there, we head to the picturesque town of Inveraray on the shores of Loch Fyne. This is your lunch stop, and you can decide how to spend your free time. Sample some local specialties, explore the town, admire the 18th-century Inveraray Castle (open to visitors from April to October, please note it's closed on Tuesday and Wednesday), or visit the Old Jail.
1h 30m
Next, we travel north and make a photo stop to admire Kilchurn Castle, a magn... Stop 4
Next, we travel north and make a photo stop to admire Kilchurn Castle, a magnificent ruin situated on the edge of Loch Awe. Some say it's cursed, so it's best to appreciate it from a distance.
10 min
Doune Castle Stop 5
One of the best preserved Medieval castles in Scotland. It also featured in ‘Monty Python’s Holy Grail’, ‘Outlander’, and 'The Outlaw King'.
30 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure)

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End point

Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure)

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
  • Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. 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 one small bag for onboard personal items.
  • Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure. This tour will depart from inside Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
  • In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
  • Doune Castle – We reserve tickets for you. Entrance is included in tour price
  • On the dates when Inveraray castle is closed, we will try to arrange a photo stop instead.
  • As Inveraray Castle may be sometimes closed, please refer to their website to see their availability.

Cancellation Policy

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

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This tour · #77 of 90€9910h4.73 (1157)shared, max 16
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared

Ranked #77 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €940, median €77; 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

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