Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castles & Highland Tour starting Glasgow
Overview
We have a maximum of only 8 travellers per tour keeping the group size small and personable
Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will be accompanied by our knowledgeable guides who have a wealth of stories, myths and legends to entertain you with, and of course we welcome questions!
Your knowledgeable guide will whisk you away for a day of exploration, fun and adventure in the majestic Scottish Highlands and enchant you with stories, myths and legends.
Explore Kilchurn Castle, meet Highland Cows, visit the Campbell Stronghold of Inveraray Castle before travelling back in time to the Neolithic & Bronze Age period to explore Standing Stones, Stone Circles, Burial Cairns, Cup and Ring Rock Art and experience Dunadd Fort.
Inclusions
- Small group active sight-seeing tour
- An experienced, knowledgeable fun guide
- Driving and Walking Tour, we get out and experience the beautiful sights
- Transport in an air conditioned 8 seater minibus
- Travel around Scotland's historical castles and landmarks
- Guided short hikes throughout the day
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland
Start your Standing Stones, Inveraray Castle, Kilchurn Castle and Highlands of Scotland Day tour in Glasgow, Scotland's largest city
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Balloch, Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland
Stop to pick up additional visitors as you get ready to explore the Standing stones, castles and Highlands of Scotland
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland
Discover the beauty of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Luss, Luss, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland
Visit the beautiful town of Luss on the banks of Loch Lomond for some scenic views
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Tarbet, Tarbet, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland
Travel through the lovely, Lochside village of Tarbet in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Pass By: Arrochar G83, UK
Travel through the beautiful Sea Loch village of Arrochar as you travel through the Highlands of Scotland, on your way to Inveraray Castle
Pass By: Rest and be Thankful, A83, Arrochar, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park G83 7AD Scotland
See the beauty of Glen Crow at the Rest and be Thankful
Stop At: Inveraray Castle, Inveraray PA32 8XE Scotland
You'll visit the Gothic style castle of Inveraray, (closed 1st November - 31st March) home to the Dukes of Argyll and the seat of Clan Campbell. Here you will discover the part the Clan Campbell played in the Wars of Scottish Independence and get the chance to see rifles which were supposedly used against the Jacobite soldiers. For those who love flowers and gardens, there’s also a wonderful 16-acre Garden to explore.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dunadd Fort, 2m south of Kilmartin off the A816, Lochgilphead Scotland
Dunadd Fort, the ancient and Royal Power Centre of Celtic Kings that travelled across the Irish Sea and made Scotland their home.
Dunadd is a place steeped in our early histories. It’s first mentioned in AD 683, and was believed to be the stronghold of Dál Riata.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kilmartin Glen, Kilmartin Scotland
We'll get out for a nice short walk to see what is probably, the largest finding of cup and ring marked rock art in the country. These are essentially rock carvings dating back to over 4000 years ago.
Now it’s time for the Outlander fans to have their fun and pretend they’re Claire and Jamie discovering each other at some ancient standing stones. This very impressive collection of historical standing stones, stone circles and burial cairns is believed to be over 5000 years old and is one of the finest displays anywhere in Scotland.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Loch Awe, Loch Awe, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Discover the beauty of one of Scotland's longest Lakes, Loch Awe as you driver the single track road on your way to Kilchurn Castle
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Lochgilphead, Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Travel through the town of Lochgilphead as you get ready to explore Standing Stones
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Kilchurn Castle, Lochawe, Dalmally PA33 1AF Scotland
Take a walk to Kilchurn Castle, a stronghold which once belonged to member of the Clan Campbell, this one though is very different to Inveraray. This ruined castle on the banks of Loch Awe was once a fortress, a comfortable residence and then ended it’s days as a garrison stronghold before being destroyed by lightning. We’ll take the short walk in and explore this historic Castle.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Tyndrum, Tyndrum, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland
Travel to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and stop at the town of Tyndrum
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Crianlarich, Crianlarich, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland
Explore the Highlands of Scotland and travel through one of the most northern towns within Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Our Tours are for ages 12 and up. If you have a child and would like to join us on our Tours, please get in contact directly through [email protected]
- Unfortunately this tour isn't suitable for wheelchairs. For a tour designed for wheel chair access, please get in touch by email on [email protected] and we will be more than happy to create a suitable day out.
- Minimum numbers apply. We have a Guaranteed Departure Policy which ensures the Tour will go ahead, as soon as 2 travellers book on to our tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- Our tours operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We recommend a pair of walking shoes/boots, dressing in layers, and waterproof clothing.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Scenery and views were the best Scotland offered. Absolutely a wonderful experience on this day trip. Each site had its individual experience from castles to lochs. Our tour guide Laura shows the heart and soul of Scotland and her love for the country she so dearly admires. You will not find a be...
Scenery and views were the best Scotland offered. Absolutely a wonderful experience on this day trip. Each site had its individual experience from castles to lochs. Our tour guide Laura shows the heart and soul of Scotland and her love for the country she so dearly admires. You will not find a better tour guide in the whole of Scotland 🏴 thank you for the unforgettable experience I will always treasure.This trip was a birthday gift and this tour did not disappoint! Derek our guide was so kind and informative. The van was very comfortable. The music he played was top notch! It was all Scottish artists. My favorite Scottish song was on his playlist! (He didn’t play the music too loud. It was a pe...
This trip was a birthday gift and this tour did not disappoint! Derek our guide was so kind and informative. The van was very comfortable. The music he played was top notch! It was all Scottish artists. My favorite Scottish song was on his playlist! (He didn’t play the music too loud. It was a perfect volume to look at the scenery.) The sites you see is perfect. Especially if you aren’t staying a lot of days. The balance of on and off the van was perfect. There was enough bathroom breaks. If I had more days I would’ve booked at least another tour. So if you go to beautiful Scotland, consider this tour.Calum was an excellent guide! Telling us all the interesting stories and history of all the places we went on this tour! It was a day well spent learning more about Scotland and the Clan Campbell!
Calum was an excellent guide! Telling us all the interesting stories and history of all the places we went on this tour! It was a day well spent learning more about Scotland and the Clan Campbell!I just wanted to thank Andrew and Calum for such a wonderful tour. I have never met such approachable tour guides and very informative. A great your exploring the castles and ancient standing stones of Kilmartin Glen. A great tour for any ancient site enthusiast. A lovely touch at the end of th...
I just wanted to thank Andrew and Calum for such a wonderful tour. I have never met such approachable tour guides and very informative. A great your exploring the castles and ancient standing stones of Kilmartin Glen. A great tour for any ancient site enthusiast. A lovely touch at the end of the tour with a touch of whiskey and local treats!It was an amazing experience. The Tour guide laura was absolutely lovely and a good historian. I really enjoyed today’s trip, and big thanks to Laura Mackenzie.
It was an amazing experience. The Tour guide laura was absolutely lovely and a good historian. I really enjoyed today’s trip, and big thanks to Laura Mackenzie.Calum is honestly the best tour guide I’ve ever had. Such an amazing trip and def worth going. Calum made it even better! Made such great memories!
Calum is honestly the best tour guide I’ve ever had. Such an amazing trip and def worth going. Calum made it even better! Made such great memories!