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Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond from Edinburgh

By The Hairy Coo
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €112 per adult
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Overview

On this incredible tour, we explore the beautiful Scottish Highlands seeing castles, lochs, sculptures and perhaps some ‘Hairy Coos’ along the way.

Departing the historic Royal Mile on an air-conditioned bus we head towards the iconic Kelpies, where you can take a close up look at these magnificent sculptures.

We make our way towards Balloch, situated to the south of Loch Lomond’s Bonnie Banks. Here you can explore and take an optional hour-long boat cruise on the loch.

Departing Loch Lomond we head towards the quaint village of Aberfoyle before exploring the picturesque Duke's Pass.

Passing through Callander we make our way to Stirling where you can either take a stroll around the city centre or visit the historic Stirling Castle.

Heading back we stop to catch a glimpse of the famous 3 bridges that span the River Forth before returning to Edinburgh

*Boat cruise and entry to Stirling Castle are paid for on the day and are not included in the price of the tour.

Activity location

  • The Kelpies & The Helix
    • 4 Stadium Way, The Helix
    • FK2 9EE, Falkirk, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Burns Monument
    • 1759 Regent Road
    • EH8 8DR, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€68.37 x 1 Adult€68.37
Paid at activity€44.03
Total
Price is €112.40

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Regular Comfort Breaks
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Experienced 'Hairy Coo' Driver-Guide providing live commentary and storey telling throughout
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    No Food or drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    No bathrooms onboard
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional Loch Lomond boat cruise not included (£17.50 Adult 16+, £13.50 Youth 13-15 yrs, £10.50 Child 7-12 yrs).
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional visit to Stirling Castle (£20.50 Adult, £12.50 Child, £16.50 Concession 65yrs+).

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • There are opportunities to take short nature walks, it is recommended to bring suitable clothing and footwear.
  • Minimum age to travel is 7 years old. Photo ID, such as a passport, may be required. Children (8-17) must be accompanied by an adult.
  • This tour in an air-conditioned coach, hosted by a local Scottish guide, rated 5-stars by the official Scottish Tourist Board
  • There are regular stops on tour to purchase food and refreshments that cater for most dietary requirements
  • There are regular stops on tour for comfort breaks
  • No animals allowed on tour
  • For insurance purposes, passengers must not be unaccompanied on our buses during tour stops. Drivers take legally required breaks and cannot stay with the vehicle.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

The Kelpies & The Helix

  • 30m
See the spectacular Kelpies – 30 foot high metal equine sculptures, built at the entrance to Forth and Clyde Canals as a tribute to Central Scotland’s industrial past. You’ll see why the Kelpies are fast becoming one of Scotland’s most iconic landmarks and the perfect spot for photographs.

Balloch

  • 1h 30m
Heading West we make our way towards the town of Balloch, situated at the southern of Loch Lomond’s Bonnie Banks where you will have a chance to explore and also take an optional hour-long boat cruise on the loch. Whilst enjoying the beautiful scenery from the boat you can also hear the expert onboard commentary from Neil Oliver, who is amongst other things a renowned Scottish historian and archaeologist.

Aberfoyle (Pass by)

After leaving the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond we then head towards the quaint village of Aberfoyle before exploring a picturesque Highland road named the Dukes Pass, the old stomping ground of the legendary folk hero Rob Roy MacGregor.

Callander (Pass by)

Known as “The Gateway to the Highlands” Callander is situated on the boundary of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National park, an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Stirling Castle

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
We make our way to the historic Stirling Castle where you will have the option of either taking leisurely stroll around the city centre or going inside and hearing how important this stronghold was over the centuries. From the Wars of Independence, think William Wallace and Robert the Bruce to Mary Queen of Scots who was crowned at the castle in 1543 aged just 9 months old this fortress has played a major part in our history. If you don't fancy the castle you will have free time to explore the ancient city of Stirling.

South Queensferry

  • 15m
After visiting Stirling we make our way back to Edinburgh, stopping at South Queensferry for an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the 3 bridges that span the River Forth including the iconic Forth Rail Bridge, a World Heritage Site granted by UNESCO in 2015.

Edinburgh

  • 5m
We will drop you off in the city centre, our estimated arrival time is 6:30 PM. Please note that this can be impacted by traffic and other factors outwith our control. We recommend leaving 2 hours between the expected arrival time and any onward travel or reservations, as we are not able to offer individual drop-offs.

Location

Activity location

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    The Kelpies & The Helix
    • 4 Stadium Way, The Helix
    • FK2 9EE, Falkirk, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Burns Monument
    • 1759 Regent Road
    • EH8 8DR, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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