Glasgow (Greenock) Shore Excursion: Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Highlands

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Spend the day exploring the beautiful Scottish countryside on this shore excursion from Greenock port, led by an expert guide. Traveling comfortably in an air-conditioned coach, gaze out at undulating hills, dense woodland and glassy lakes as you make your way toward the country’s top landmarks. Discover Stirling Castle, Scotland’s most important medieval stronghold and stop off in the picturesque village of Aberfoyle in Trossachs National Park before continuing on to Loch Lomond.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age is 4 years old.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Driver-guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Port pickup and drop-off

Worry-free shore excursion guarantee

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Attraction Tickets

Restroom on board

WiFi on board

What To Expect

Stirling Castle

your day begins with your Greenock shore excursion heading through to ‘Braveheart’ country, to visit Stirlingshire and Stirling Castle, arguably one of Scotland’s most important fortresses. Below the Castle, the Old Town of Stirling is still protected by its original walls, built in the 16th Century to protect Mary, Queen of Scots from Henry VIII. Here we will stop to enjoy time to tour the castle, learn all about the exploits of Robert the Bruce and the infamous Scottish Queen, and enjoy refreshments at the castle’s charming café.

1 hour 30 minutes•Admission Not Included

Aberfoyle VisitScotland iCentre

In the heart of the Trossachs your shore excursion will make a stop at Kilmahog to maybe see some highland cattle up close. We then journey to the village of Aberfoyle located just below the Highland faultline, to enjoy a bite to eat and time to explore.

1 hour•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Glasgow Shore Excursion: Loch Lomond, The Trossachs and Stirling Castle

Pickup included

Reviews

4.42

232 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

153

Loved touring Stirling...
Debra P,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Loved touring Stirling Castle. The tour guide at the castle was wonderfully animated and clearly loved her job.
Good sights but could improve
Lynn H,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Enjoyed the stops. We weren’t told anything about Stirling castle and it wasn’ta guided tour. It would have been nice to get an overview of its history. The sound was turned way more going to the castle so most of us couldn’t hear her commentary. After the castle it was freezing cold and the driver didn’t know how to adjust it. The passenger jumped up and turned it off to applause. Too much time at the lake. Loved the stop at the cows!
Interesting
Renee W,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Guide was very knowledgable and interesting. Would have liked o have seen "Nessie" as my sister had. Otherwise enjoyed this trip
Be ready to be WOWED
Lorri M,
Jul 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It’s a long day but worth it! From the start, our tour guide, Charley, was great. He kept us informed, pointed out everything along the way, not just the sites we had booked. There was adequate time at each stop for viewing/picture taking, etc. I’d recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting the area.
Unforgettable Day!
Malcolm M,
Jul 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We enjoyed our day with Timberbush Tours from the Greenock Cruise Port to Stirling Castle with tour guide Gregor and driver Jonathan. Gregor was very knowledgeable, personable, funny, and a great storyteller, pointing out key areas of interest and explaining their significance, teaching us the meaning behind some words, and giving us the “real Braveheart story”. The tour bus was easy to find, departed on time, and thanks to Jonathan’s great driving, we were able to spend an excellent amount of time at the amazing Stirling Castle, a stop in Callander for lunch, a visit with 3 cute highland cows (Coos), walk around the picturesque Loch Lomond, and then safely back to the cruise ship on time for departure. I highly recommend booking with Timberbush Tours. -Malcolm & Brock (Petawawa Ontario, Canada)