Glasgow Shore Excursion: Loch Lomond & Stirling Castle

Step off the coach to explore historic villages and panoramic loch views

This eight-hour shore excursion departs from Glasgow Port Terminal by air-conditioned coach with a licensed local guide, visiting Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park, plus a village stop in Aberfoyle or Callander for lunch. The tour guarantees return to the ship on time and includes roundtrip transportation and a free stop at Kilmahog Visit Scotland Information Centre.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Stirling Castle2h
2. Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park2h

Glasgow to Loch Lomond and Trossachs

• Board coach at Port Terminal
• Visit Stirling Castle and explore
• Pause for refreshments and scenic views
• Stop in local village for lunch
• Journey through Loch Lomond and Trossachs
• Stroll or boat cruise on Loch Lomond
• Return to Port Terminal

The experience

You board an air-conditioned coach at the Port Terminal and travel inland through central Scotland with a licensed guide who speaks English. The route takes you to Stirling Castle first, perched on volcanic rock at the heart of the country. The castle itself is not included in the tour price, but you can explore its grounds and learn about Scotland's royal history and the Wars of Scottish Independence from your guide. The castle's mix of medieval and Renaissance architecture (the Great Hall, the Royal Palace, the surrounding landscape) is visible whether or not you pay for entry.

From there, you head into Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park, the area locals call the "Highlands in Miniature." You stop in a village such as Aberfoyle or Callander, where you can choose from local eateries serving traditional Scottish fare and have time to eat. The park itself is the draw: you see lochs, forests, and rolling hills, and you arrive at Loch Lomond, Scotland's largest freshwater loch. Here you can take a leisurely stroll along the shore or, if you want, book a boat cruise separately to get out onto the water and see the mountains and scenery from the loch itself.

The tour includes a stop at Kilmahog Visit Scotland Information Centre with free admission, where you can pick up maps and local advice. Your guide handles the route and the timing. The operator guarantees you'll be back at the Port Terminal in time for the ship to depart. Refreshments are available during the day, though lunch is your choice and cost at the village stop.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned roundtrip coach transportation from Glasgow Port Terminal.
• services of a licensed local guide speaking English.
• a stop at Kilmahog Visit Scotland Information Centre with free admission.
• time at Loch Lomond for a stroll or optional boat cruise.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 13 Apr 2027

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Child (2 to 17 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 49

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Your Shore Time

Is this one for you?Departing from the Port Terminal means you don't need a car or transport arranged separately, and the guaranteed return time lets you book without worrying about missing the ship. The eight-hour window fits comfortably inside a port call and covers two major Scottish landmarks in one outing.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 17 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I visit inside Stirling Castle on this tour?

Stirling Castle entry is not included in the tour price and must be paid separately at the castle. Your guide will share the history and you'll see the architecture and grounds, but going inside requires an additional ticket you can purchase on the day.

What is Loch Lomond like when we get there?

Loch Lomond is Britain's largest freshwater loch, surrounded by mountains and forests in the Trossachs National Park. You have time for a stroll along the shore to take photos and enjoy the views. Boat cruises on the loch are available separately if you want to get out on the water.

Where do we stop to eat, and what kind of food is available?

You stop in a local village (either Aberfoyle or Callander), where you can choose from various eateries offering traditional Scottish fare. Lunch is not included, so you pay for what you order at whichever restaurant you pick.

How does the tour guarantee I'll be back to the ship on time?

The operator builds the eight-hour itinerary to end at the Port Terminal with time to spare before ship departure. Your guide manages the pace and the stops to meet that schedule, and the guarantee is part of the booking.

Is there a guide with us the whole time, and what language does he or she speak?

A licensed local guide travels with the group throughout the tour and speaks English, sharing information about Scotland's history, the castle, and the landscape as you move between stops.