Arrival Transfer

Private Car Transfer from Glasgow Station to Hotel.

3 nights’ Accommodation

3 nights Leonardo Hotel 3* or similar, Glasgow

1 x Standard Double Room

Buffet Breakfast daily

City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Duration: 24 Hrs

Description:

Go Glasgow sightseeing by open top double decker bus on a City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off tour. Discover the lively, cosmopolitan city at your own pace; listen to recorded commentary and Hop-Off at several strategically placed stops to explore Glasgow.

Highlights:

City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off tour of Glasgow.
Set your own itinerary and explore Glasgow at your own pace.
Full commentary provided as you see the city's top attractions.
Hop-On and Hop-Off at multiple stops around the city.
Open Top Double Decker Sightseeing Tour.

Oban, Glencoe, Highland Lochs and Castles

Start Time: 08:30am

Duration: 10 Hrs 30 Mins

Description:

Departing from Glasgow we travel northwest along the shores of Loch Lomond. Here you will cross the Highland boundary fault line where the scenery changes quickly and dramatically to the flat fertile plains of the Lowlands giving way to shimmering lochs, rugged mountain tops and forest-filled glens. It's easy to forget that this was once thought of as a dangerous frontier fought over by the fiercely territorial Highland clans such as the MacGregor’s, made famous by highland folk hero, Rob Roy MacGregor.

We then take a leisurely drive over the 'Rest and Be Thankful' Mountain pass. It was given its name in 1753 by the weary soldiers who had just finished building the old military road up through Glen Croe (not to be confused with Glencoe, which you will visit later in the day).

From here you will travel through the steep sided mountains, known as the Arrochar Alps, to the picturesque harbour town of Inveraray on the shores of Loch Fyne, famous for the 18th Century Castle and home of the Duke of Argyll, chief of the Campbell clan. The town was built at the same time as the castle and is a classic 18th Century planned village with its straight wide streets and dignified Georgian houses, designed by Robert Adam, famous for his architecture in Edinburgh’s New Town. We then continue our drive along the shore of Scotland’s longest loch, Loch Awe, where you stop for the short walk out to visit Kilchurn Castle (interior open from April to September), a magnificent ruin situated in the middle of Loch Awe and former home of the Campbell’s of Breadalbane.

We then continue to the harbour town of Oban, gateway to the Isles, for lunch of your choice. After lunch we will then travel north along the west coast around Appin, passing the impregnable Castle Stalker and into Scotland's most famous valley, Glencoe. Stunningly beautiful, with its dramatic cliff faces and steep slopes, Glencoe is infamous as the site of the Glencoe massacre in 1692. Following orders from King William, Scottish soldiers under the leadership of Captain Robert Campbell slaughtered 38 men, women and children of the Macdonald clan. This was especially shocking as the soldiers had been living with the people of Glencoe for two weeks and killed them in their own homes. Nobody was ever punished for this crime, as the King himself had signed the order, but the Highlands would never be the same again.

Travelling south as we pass the majestic peak of Buachaille Etive Mor (meaning 'The Great Shepherd of Etive') we descend towards the wild desolation of Rannoch Moor. At an altitude of over 1000ft, covered by heather and peat-bogs and dotted with dozens of lochs, it's a unique landscape. From here you will then travel through Glen Falloch and then drive south towards Loch Lomond. This is Scotland's largest loch and it takes its name from the mountain Ben Lomond on the eastern shore.

The last stop of the day will be in Luss, an 18th Century conservation village with old workers cottages, built for the labourers of the Estate. From here you return to Glasgow.

A Wee Walk and a Whisky Walking Tour

Start Time: 17:00pm

Duration: 2 Hrs

Description:

The perfect mix of a walking tour and drink tasting (three full drams included!). Enjoy a wee walk and a premium Whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun guide. Do something different on your trip and see a new side to Glasgow with this small group tour. Take a walking tour with your guide, discovering the history and culture of Glasgow and visiting the key spots to see on a trip to the city. Throughout the tour, you will take a look at some of the famous and lesser known figures in Glasgow, such as our Patron Saint, St. Mungo and even Dr. Who! After the walking tour, you will deserve a wee nip (three, in fact)! Relax with the guide and enjoy a premium Whisky tasting, trying three full drams of Scotland's finest Whiskies and learning more about the Whiskies as you go. Since launching, this has been one of our most popular tours for those looking for some sightseeing with a twist! Everything is included in the price, just show up and enjoy!

Departure Transfer

Private Car Transfer from Hotel to Glasgow Station.

3 Night Glasgow, Oban, Lochs & Castles

Package Includes

Arrival Transfer

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