From Glasgow: Standing Stones, Castles & Highlands Tour

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Discover 5000 year old Standing Stones and take a short walk to Kilchurn Castle in the Highlands of Scotland. Visit the town of Inveraray and the gorgeous, ancestral lands of Clan Campbell.

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Highlights

  • Visit 5000 year old Standing Stones
  • Explore historic Inveraray, the home of the Clan Campbell
  • Guided short walk to Kilchurn Castle
  • Discover the Highlands of Scotland

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Experience the magic of the standing stones and castles of the Highlands on a true Scottish day trip from Glasgow. Drive through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and walk in Inveraray Castle. Spot seals in Loch Fyne and see standing stones over 5,000 years old. Meet your friendly guide and group at the visitor's centre and get ready for your adventure into the heart of Scotland. Relax on a beautiful drive along the western shore of Loch Lomond, stopping at viewing points to admire the serene scenery of the Trossachs National Park. Travel onwards towards Argyll and enter the Gothic Inveraray Castle, learning about the Jacobite uprising and seeing rifles used against the Jacobite soldiers. Roam around the castle's 16-acres of wonderful gardens and soak in the aroma of flowers in the air. (Castle Closed - 1st November to 31st March) During this period you'll get to enjoy the town of Inveraray, built in the 1700's along with getting to spend more time at the historical locations later in the day. Leave the castle and keep an eye out for swimming seals as you travel along the shoreline of Loch Fyne, one of the deepest Scottish sea lochs. Travel past Dunadd Fort and hear stories of this historic site once home to Celtic kings who crossed the Irish Sea and made Scotland their kingdom steeped in rich history, Dunadd is first recorded in AD 683 and is believed to have been the powerful stronghold of the Dál Riata. Discover the roots of Scotland's ancient past as you travel past this remarkable location. Pretend you're Claire from Outlander as you discover a collection of monolithic standing stones, stone circles, and burial cairns believed to be over 5,000 years old. You won't find anything as special as this in Scotland. Take time to explore the picturesque ruins of Kilchurn Castle next, a former fortress on the banks of Loch Awe. Watch for signs of thunderous clouds in the sky, as rumour has it that this historic castle was destroyed by lightning. Escape into the grounds for a short walk around the old stone walls. Depart from Kilchurn and venture further into the Highlands towards the mountainous Trossachs region of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Finish your unforgettable day trip by enjoying the most magnificent landscapes on the banks of Loch Lomond.

Includes

Visit Standing Stones Walk out to Kilchurn Castle Visit Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle Experienced, local guide Short guided hike

Important Information

  • A moderate level of fitness is required as there will a short walk You visit a cafe where you can purchase lunch during the tour Inveraray Castle is closed from 1st November - 31st March

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