Oban and West Highlands Day Trip
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic drive through the West Highlands
- Explore the coastal town of Oban
- Visit the historic Inveraray Castle
- Stroll along Oban's picturesque harbor
- Enjoy panoramic views of Loch Lomond
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Transportation from Edinburgh to Oban
- Guided tour of Oban and surrounding areas
- Visit to Inveraray Castle
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Our trip takes us along the bonnie bonnie banks of Loch Lomond
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
Pass by: The castle was a strong hold of the Clan Campbell and we will visit their ancestral seat later
Pass by: The loch is the longest freshwater loch in Scotland at 25 miles end to end and is renowned for its trout fishing.
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.
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.
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 point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour operates in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Check the weather forecast for the day of the tour to dress appropriately.
- Be prepared for a full day of travel and exploration, with limited free time.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring Oban and Inveraray Castle.
- Bring a light jacket, as weather conditions can change throughout the day.
- Consider bringing 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
- Children under 3 years not accepted. Valid proof of ID may be required at check in
Traveler reviews
Breathtaking Scenery Matched Only by Excellent Service
While the Highland Experience destinations are breathtaking, what truly stands out are the guides. Our guide, JR, was excellent. He provided a perfect blend of history, humor, and personal insights. He selected delightful music. I highly recommend this tour and this tour company. Excellent service from booking to drop off. We will book again when we return.
Edinburgh to Oban Highlands Tour
Ask your guides to articulate that tickets for Inverary Castle have to purchased there. Yes, we know you must have had a disclaimer in the pre tour info but it doesn’t take more than a second for the driver to say that before deboarding the bus! Many countries do not charge tickets for some of their landmarks including Washington, D.C. This was our first stop at a landmark in Scotland. Also, the available time in Oban was not explained well. It was rush rush when we finally got there. The seafood fast food place the driver recommended was CASH ONLY. Found out after standing in line for 15 minutes. Again, the driver could have mentioned that! He, in fact eats there.
Rob is the best!
We had a wonderful day. Rob was a great guy and took great care with us. This was a smaller group tour with a maximum of 16.
Oban
Today we had a tour booked to Oban, one word; Fantastic! Our guide Hugh was amazing! Very passionate about the things he told us and even stopped somewhere where i could see some cow’s! The tour itself was also very beautiful. We saw some loch’s, little towns and a few castles along the way. Oban itself was fantastic as-well. Would really recommend this tour. Thank you so much Hugh and Highland experience. Greetings from the Netherlands! See you next time!
A fantastic day out
What an amazing day...our tour guide Hugh was entertaining sharing his passion for Scotland, very informative, added a couple of extra stops on the way, would definitely recommend