- Senior 60+
- Children 5-17. The minimum age for children travelling on this tour is 5
- Upon booking you will received an immediate confirmation of payment from VisitBritain followed by a confirmation from Highland Explorer Tours of your date of departure.
Departure Details
- 2nd Jan-March: Sundays
- April-2nd Oct: Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays
- 9th Oct-18th Dec: Sundays
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- Check-in at 08:45 – 60 High Street, Edinburgh
- Return - 17:30 – 60 High Street, Edinburgh
Departing Edinburgh and heading north via Stirling, we enjoy views of magnificent Stirling Castle before a stop at the Wallace Monument, the impressive tower built to honour Scotland's famous hero. Then we head for the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond and spend time taking in panoramic views of the loch surrounded by mountains. You have the choice of a boat cruise on the loch, walk along the banks, or simply relax and spend time exploring the Loch Lomond Shores complex.
We spend time exploring The Trossachs National Park, famous for some of Scotland's most iconic Highland scenery. After stopping to pick up some lunch in the quaint Highland village of Aberfoyle, we head to Doune and stop for an optional tour of its medieval Castle. This is a stunning building, packed with history and guaranteed to impress. We then make our way back to Edinburgh, arriving in the early evening.
You will then journey back to Edinburgh, arriving in the early evening (17.30)
* Optional tour of Doune Castle
Built for the Regent Albany, Doune Castle is a magnificent late 14th century courtyard castle. Its most striking feature is the 100ft high gatehouse which includes the splendid Lord's Hall, with its musicians' gallery, double fireplace and carved oak screen. The tour includes an excellent audio guide narrated by Monty Python star Terry Jones. The guide features some special insights into the making of the Monty Python film The Holy Grail as well as the history of the castle itself.
Tickets cost approx £5.00 for adults, £3.00 for seniors and £2 for Children, including a free audio guide in multiple languages.
**Loch Lomond Cruise option
A cruise on the Loch is by far the best way to explore the area and discover what makes it so magical. With panoramic views of the Loch, shadowed by towering peaks of the southern highlands, this is a great way to see the Loch whatever the weather. Boats have indoor areas (and a bar) for when the weather is more ‘traditional’. Cruise duration is 1 hour. You can purchase your cruise ticket at the time booking or from your guide on the day.
Tickets cost approx £8 for adults/seniors and £4 for Children (under 12), allowing you to board immediately on arrival without having to queue.