Oban and the West Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh

4.3 (96 reviews) Edinburgh, Scotland
Duration11h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 35 travelers

Overview

Escape the city bustle of Edinburgh, and head west on the small group Oban and West Highlands Day Trip! This breathtaking area of Scotland contains coastlines, moorlands and mountains which encompass the dramatic beauty of the West Highlands. Explore the cosy, wee villages of Oban, Luss and Inveraray and take in the scenery with friendly Highland hospitality from your guide!

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Children under 3 years not accepted

What to expect

  1. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    Pass by
    Our trip takes us along the bonnie bonnie banks of Loch Lomond
  2. Luss
    30m
    The 1st stop of the day will be at Luss. The village is a designated conservation area situated on the banks of Loch Lomond. There will be time to wander down to the loch's edge for photographs
  3. Kilchurn Castle
    Pass by
    The castle was a strong hold of the Clan Campbell and we will visit their ancestral seat later
  4. Loch Awe
    Pass by
    The loch is the longest freshwater loch in Scotland at 25 miles end to end and is renowned for its trout fishing.
  5. Oban
    1h 30m
    Lunch stop will be in Oban, Gateway to the Isles. There will be time to enjoy some of the freshest seafood around by the harbour.
  6. Inveraray
    1h 30m
    This pretty little whitewashed town was the 1st planned town in Scotland. The finished product is one of the best examples of an 18th-century new town in Scotland, and the vast majority of the properties in the centre of Inveraray are considered worthy of protection because of the town's architectural significance.
  7. Inveraray Castle & Gardens
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Whilst we are in Inveraray you may wish to visit the fairy-tale castle. home to the Duke of Argyll, head of the Clan Campbell. Please note that visiting the interior of Inveraray Castle will not be possible from October to March.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please check in with Highland Experience staff inside/outside Caffe Nero by 07:45

End point

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 3 years not accepted. Valid proof of ID may be required at check in

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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