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Experience the striking beauty of the Western Highlands: shimmering lochs, scenic mountain views, and the romantic and historic castles. Visit the old fishing town of Oban and picturesque Inveraray with Timberbush Tours. This tour departs Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays throughout the year.
1 Day Oban, West Highland Lochs and Castles Tour depart Edinburgh
After we leave Edinburgh we travel west via Stirling, enjoying just a brief glimpse of the impressive Stirling Castle, perched high on its volcanic rock and overlooking Bannockburn. After a coffee stop at Kilmahog or Callander near the Trossachs we continue our climb into the Western Highlands via Tyndrum, which was a key location for the expansion of the railway network in Scotland.
Driving still further west, we pass Dalmally village, where the river Orchy flows into Loch Awe then we make a stop for lunch in the pretty fishing town of Oban, with its horseshoe bay and MacCaig's Folly.
After lunch we move south and pause to admire the spectacular Kilchurn Castle, majestically situated on Loch Awe and spectacularly framed all about by mountains.
Our tour continues with a visit to Inverarary Castle*, (April - October only) the historic seat of the Duke of Argyll. Inveraray, set on the shores of Loch Fyne, was a model new town of its day and was built by the third Duke of Argyll in the mid 18th Century. Here we can explore the town's white-washed Georgian houses and wide streets with their pretty views across the water. We commence our return journey via the 'Rest and Be Thankful' pass, making a brief stop in the conservation village of Luss near Loch Lomond, before heading back to Edinburgh.
*This tour visits Inveraray Castle from April -October and alternates to Dunstaffnage Castle from October-March.
Tour Highlights: Stirling Castle, Kilmahog/Callander, Oban, Dunstaffnage Castle (winter), Kilchurn Castle, Inveraray and Castle (spring & summer), Luss & Loch Lomond
Optional Extras: Inveraray Castle or Dunstaffnage Castle.
This tour is operated by our partners Timberbush Tours, who have been awarded 5 stars from the Scottish Tourist Board for their tours.
Departure Days
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday throughout the year.
Departure Time
- Departs: 09:15
- Returns: 19:30
Departure Point
Timberbush's Edinburgh tours depart from the Timberbush shop at 555 Castlehill, at the top of the city's Royal Mile, alongside 'The Spirit of the Tattoo Exhibition'.
Their Edinburgh departure point is illustrated by this Google Maps page.
Please ensure you arrive approximately 15 minutes before departure as missed tours cannot be refunded.
Cancellation Policy
Booking Terms & Conditions for this Tour:
Please note the cancellation policies for the tour. We strongly recommend that you take out appropriate travel insurance which covers eventualities such as cancellations.
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Rates
| Ticket Price (Per Person ) | ||
| Season | Type | |
| Standard Tour Ticket | Discount Tour Ticket | |
| All year |
£34.00 | £32.00 |
- Prices are quoted per person per tour
- PLEASE NOTE: Prices shown are for transport and driver-guide only.
- Reduced Discount prices are offered to persons over the age of 60, students and children under the age of 16
- Children under 5 cannot be taken on the tour.
- This tour only operates on certain days of the week
- Any booking is subject to our Booking Terms.