Loch Lomond & Stirling Castle Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the picturesque village of Luss
- Enjoy a scenic cruise on Loch Lomond
- Visit the historic Stirling Castle
- Discover the beauty of the Trossachs National Park
- Learn about Scotland's rich history from your guide
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Services of a knowledgeable driver-guide
- Meals and refreshments
- Loch Lomond cruise
Meeting point
Start Location
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour departs from Buchanan Street Bus Station in Glasgow at 9:15 am; check-in 15 minutes prior to departure is recommended.
- Optional activities, such as the Loch Lomond cruise and Stirling Castle admission, are available at additional costs; please bring cash or card for these expenses.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible; please consider this when booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for various terrains.
- Bring a waterproof jacket, as weather conditions can change rapidly.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and historic sites.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- We are unable to accommodate children under the age of 5.
- Our tour departs from between stance 23 - 32. Please check-in 15 minutes before departure. The station information board will display the exact stance for the tour. If you do not arrive on time for check in you will unfortunately miss your tour.
Traveler reviews
Highlight is the castle
Kieran was our driver/guide. Personable and provided us with a lot of information. Small group tour was much better than a large coach. There was insufficient time at Stirling Castle (c75mins) as there is so much to see; as senior citizens we paid ony £15 but felt that it was not money well spent. Too long at Luss and Aberfoyle. At Balloch we chose the boat trip which was fine; we heard from our fellow travellers that they found the town itself not particularly engaging. The length of the stops need to be reviewed.
Lovely day with one fault
The day was absolutely lovely - the driver Maggie was very good. The tour started at the castle and ended at Loch Lomond which is definitely the better order of the trip. Lunch was nice at the town of Callander - definitely get the steak pie or sandwich and one of their delicious pastries! The only reason we are giving it wasn’t perfect was that they were not strict on times. We waited more than 15 min past the time to leave for a group and this same group was late back to the shuttle another 15 min past time so we were very rushed at Loch Lomond and Luss. Losing that 30min out of our limited time was a letdown, and they really should have adjusted due to the stragglers because we got back well over an hour before all aboard.
Perfection in Scotland
This excursion was excellent. Pick up at pier was easy, small group in a nice relaxing, air conditioned small bus. Allyn was knowledgeable, funny and engaging. Best scenery ever. Gave us enough time at all the stops to shop, eat and explore. Just wonderful and a great experience for the money we paid. Thank you, Al for a wonderful day!
Highly Recommend
Our Sterling Castle tour was our second tour with Discover Scotland and again, we we not disappointed. Kyle was lovely and very knowledgeable about local history, mythology, and flora/fauna, which is right up my alley. We also enjoyed the small tour bus as it provided a more customized experience and allowed us to get to know our fellow travelers. Highly recommend.
I would do it again
It is hard to pick a tour when you have so many options. I myself have taken 5 while in Scotland. I must say the tour guide makes the day and Gary made mine. I met an amazing group of people but Gary made sure to address us by name and gave us facts that were not only historic but fun. He constantly checked on us and kept us in our toes. A special side stop to see a beautiful view. It says a lot about a person when other company tour guides came over just to say hello while we had free time. I’m so grateful I picked this tour. From the cruise to the special surprise stop. It was the perfect day. Thank you Gary for showing us why Scotland is so amazing.