Castles & Lochs of the Western Highlands

Doune, GB
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Highlights

  • Visit Doune Castle, famous for its film and TV appearances
  • Capture stunning photos of Kilchurn Castle on the banks of Loch Awe
  • Explore the highland town of Inveraray and visit Inveraray Castle
  • Experience the beauty of Luss, a charming Highland village on Loch Lomond
  • Enjoy an informative driven tour of Inverary

Meeting Point

Our main departure point is from outside The Apex Hotel, Waterloo Place. If you wish to request an alternative pickup please contact us directly at least 24 hours before departure.

Meeting point

23-27 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BG , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

Our main departure point is from outside The Apex Hotel, Waterloo Place. If you wish to request an alternative pickup please contact us directly at least 24 hours before departure.

Meeting point

23-27 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BG , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

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Doune Castle

This beautiful 14th century castle will be well recognised due to its status in the film and TV industry. Doune Castle* was used in the filming of Monty Python and the Holy Grail. It was also used to represent part of Winterfell in season 1 of Game of Thrones and is the fictional Castle Leoch in Outlander. Monty Python’s very own Terry Jones narrates the audio guide, which we recommend to our passengers to highlight some of the subtleties and secrets of the castle.

Duration 60 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
2

Kilchurn Castle

On departure from Doune Castle, our driver will aim to stop at convenient services for comfort and refreshment. The journey continues past plenty of dramatic scenery with an abundance of ‘Lochs, Glens and Bens’. The coach will stop for a photo opportunity at Kilchurn Castle on the banks of the beautiful Loch Awe; this is one of the most photographed Castles in Scotland, often used in calendars and postcards.

3

Inveraray

The next stop is the highland town of Inverary. Your driver will give you a quick driven tour of the town so that you may get your bearings. Once off the coach, the opportunity is there to explore Inverary Castle* (featured on the 2014 Downton Abbey Christmas special), the old Jail* or merely relax in the town with some lunch and a drop of whisky (own expense)

Duration 120 minutes
4

Luss

Luss is a small and classical highland village on the ‘bonnie bonnie banks of Loch Lomond’. This body of water is well known through Scottish song, poetry and folklore. You will then pass Stirling Castle and be returned to Edinburgh for city centre drop-offs.

Duration 30 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Minimum age is 5 years
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    Children must be accompanied by an adult
Provided by Gray Line Scotland

What our experts say

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    Try the local whisky at lunch spots.
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    Explore Inveraray Castle from Downton Abbey.
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    Visit Luss for stunning loch views.
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    Check out local shops in Inveraray.
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    Bring your camera for scenic views.

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