Oban and the West Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh

Location:Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Duration:11 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
TOUR Code:5256OBAN

From USD $61.12 View price calendar

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!

Highlights

Travel from Scotland's East coast to West coast in one day
See the rugged natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands
Hear historical tales of Clan rivalry from your expert guide
Visit quaint Highland towns, castles and lochs on your small group tour
Explore Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland and walk up McCaig's Tower
Smaller group tour, with a maximum of 15 people, ensures a more personalized experience

Starting from a central Edinburgh location, your small group tour departs early to beat the traffic on the drive west. Travelling via Glasgow to pick up some fellow passengers, you'll head to the first stop at the conservation village of Luss near Loch Lomond, Britain's largest freshwater loch. Take time to relax and enjoy the scenery before your tour continues into the heart of the Highlands.

Pass the hauntingly beautiful ruins of Kilchum Castle on the shores of Loch Awe, and hear tales of the Campbell Clan who once claimed the land as a stronghold. Loch Awe also follows the Pass of Brander, where Robert the Bruce (Scotland's heroic King) fought many a fierce battle in bygone times.

Reaching the Victorian seaside town of Oban in the early afternoon, take the chance to sample the freshest seafood from the town named as the Scottish Seafood Capital! Walk off your lunch with a stroll over to McCaig's Tower, the magnificent granite folly which has dominated the town's skyline since 1895. Don't be put-off by the long climb to the top! You'll be rewarded by spectacular views across the sea to the Isle of Mull.

On the return route back to Edinburgh, there will be a stop in Inverarary, a quaint village which lines the shores of Loch Fyne - characterized by it's pretty white-washed houses. Spend time at leisure and try some of the town's home-made sweets before heading back to Edinburgh, passing Scottish countryside steeped in myth and legend.

Schedule Details

Oban and the West Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh

Departs:

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Departure Point: Royal Mile, Edinburgh Departure Time:

8:00am

Duration:

11 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Return details:

Returns to original departure point at approximately 7:30pm

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Additional Information

Inclusions:

Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Professional guide

Exclusions:

Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop off

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