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Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Day Trip From Glasgow

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Ride through Scotland's Highlands by coach with an expert guide and royal stories

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9 h

Max 16 Guests

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Scotland's greatest sights sit hours apart across the Highlands, and this tour from Glasgow links them in one fantastic day. Travel by mini-coach with an expert local guide who’ll lead the way through the royal halls of Stirling Castle, share Rob Roy's outlaw legends in Aberfoyle, and reveal the legends of Loch Lomond. No rental car, no wrong turns, no wasted hours. Book this if you want Scotland's biggest Highland landmarks in one stress-free day from the city.

What's included

Included:

See two Scottish icons in one day

Included:

Expert English-speaking local guide

Included:

Round-trip mini-coach transport

Included:

Stirling Castle entry ticket

Included:

Guided tour of the Trossachs

Included:

Loch Lomond scenic visit

Not included:

Guide tips

Not included:

Food and drink

Itinerary

Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Day Trip From Glasgow

Ride through Scotland's Highlands by coach with an expert guide and royal stories

Your tour begins at Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station

Meet your guide at the coach terminal on Killermont Street, then settle into a comfortable 16-seat mini-coach. Get ready to head north into Scotland's storied countryside!

Travel north through Scotland's ancient frontier

Leave Glasgow behind and roll through gentle countryside once marked as the northernmost edge of the Roman Empire. Your guide shares tales of invading armies and the Wars of Scottish Independence that shaped this contested land.

Explore the royal halls of Stirling Castle

Step inside one of Scotland's grandest fortresses, perched on a volcanic crag and once home to Mary, Queen of Scots. Wander the restored Great Hall and Royal Palace, then hear how this stronghold earned its name as the key to Scotland.

Pause for lunch in the village of Aberfoyle

Continue into Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, where forests and glens once sheltered the outlaw Rob Roy. Stop in the riverside village of Aberfoyle, the gateway to the Trossachs, for free time and a relaxed bite to eat.

Reach the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond

Follow the road to Loch Lomond, a glacier-carved freshwater loch framed by mountains and dotted with more than 30 islands. Admire the breathtaking scenery from the shore and take in the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Your tour ends at Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station

Settle in for the scenic drive south, casting a final glance at the lochs and glens as the Highlands fade behind you. Arrive back at Glasgow's central bus station around 6 pm, full of stories from a day across Scotland's heartland.

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Meeting and drop-off point

You'll meet your guide at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station on Killermont Street, at the stances between 23 and 32. Your tour ends back at the same station.

Important Details

Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.

Good to know:

  • Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. The day involves walking on cobblestones, uneven ground, and stairs at Stirling Castle. If you have concerns about your mobility, please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.

  • Food and drink: Lunch and refreshments are not included. You'll have free time in Aberfoyle to grab a bite at a local cafe or restaurant.

  • Luggage: Space on the mini-coach is limited. Each guest may bring one cabin-style bag no larger than 22 x 17 x 10 in (max 44 lbs / 20 kg), plus one small personal bag for onboard items.

  • Weather Advisory: Scotland's weather changes quickly, so bring layers and a waterproof jacket. The tour runs in most conditions, rain or shine.

  • Children: Children under 5 cannot be accommodated on this tour. Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 1.35 m (4 ft 5 in) will be provided with a booster seat.

  • Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.

Your tour includes:

  • Expert English-speaking guide

  • Round-trip transport in a comfortable 16-seat mini-coach

  • Admission to Stirling Castle

  • Walking tour of Stirling and the village of Aberfoyle

  • Free time in Stirling's old town and on the banks of Loch Lomond

What to bring:

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Waterproof jacket or layers

  • Water bottle

  • Valid ID

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FAQs

Where to meet?

You'll meet your guide at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station on Killermont Street, at the stances between 23 and 32. Your tour ends back at the same station.

Is this tour family-friendly?

Yes, though children under 5 cannot be accommodated, and anyone under 18 must be joined by an adult. The day involves a fair amount of walking on uneven ground and stairs at Stirling Castle, so it suits older kids best.

What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?

Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible, as the day involves walking on cobblestones, uneven ground, and stairs at Stirling Castle. If you have concerns about your mobility, please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.

How much walking is involved?

Expect a moderate amount of walking across the day, including cobbled streets in Stirling's old town, stairs inside Stirling Castle, and paths along the banks of Loch Lomond. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is not included. You'll have free time in the village of Aberfoyle, where you can grab a bite at a local cafe or restaurant before continuing to Loch Lomond.

Does this tour run if it rains?

Yes, the tour runs in most conditions, rain or shine. Scotland's weather changes quickly, so bring layers and a waterproof jacket to stay comfortable outdoors.

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