Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castle & Highlands Tour starting Balloch
Overview
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8 hours 30 minutes
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We're the only Tour Operator in Scotland who provides a tour like this! 5000 year old Standing Stones, 2 historic Castles, stunning Highland scenery and an amazing tour guide to help you explore.
Maximum of only 8 travelers per tour keeping the group size small and personable
Consistency Awarded 5 Star Reviews
Our unique 5-star tours offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting.
Your knowledgeable guide will whisk you away for a day of exploration, fun and adventure in the majestic Scottish Highlands and enchant you with stories, myths and legends.
Explore Kilchurn Castle, meet Highland Cows, visit Clan Campbell Stronghold of Inveraray Castle then travel back in time to the Neolithic & Bronze Age period to explore Standing Stones, Stone Circles & Burial Cairns.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately this tour isn't suitable for wheelchairs. For a tour designed for wheel chair access, please get in contact directly and we will be more than happy to create a suitable day out
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with a mobility or physical disability
Our tours operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We recommend a pair of walking shoes/boots, dressing in layers, and waterproof clothing
All our Tour vehicles are "Nut Free Zones" Can you please ensure you do not bring any food products with nuts as we've had clients and Tour Guide with severe nut allergies and want to ensure our Tour Vehicles are as safe as possible for everyone. Thank you for not bringing any products containing nuts on your tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
An experienced, knowledgeable fun guide
Driving and Walking Tour, we get out and experience the beautiful sights
Transport in an air conditioned 8 seater minibus
Guided short hikes throughout the day
Small group active sight-seeing tour
No food or drinks included
Entry fees to Activities
Gratuities
Hotel pick up or drop off
What To Expect
Balloch
Start your tour in the beautiful wee town of Balloch, the most southern town in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Enter Loch Lomond National Park stop at the beautiful village of Luss for a some great views, history and culture.
Options
Winter Standing Stones Balloch
Inveraray Castle is Closed: We visit the historic town of Inveraray built in the 1700's and spend more time exploring the ancient locations and Highlands
Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castle & Highlands Tour starting Balloch
Reviews
35 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We had the best day
Passport318289,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00James was an AMAZING guide! Never a dull moment, and he gave us so many facts about the areas we visited. He really set the bar for future tours. 10/10 would recommend.
Castles, Standing Stones & Stories – A Memorable Scottish Adventure
danieltK5344ZF,
May 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible experience on this tour with our guide, Matt. The day was filled with visits to a couple of stunning castles and ancient standing stones, each more fascinating than the last. Matt’s deep knowledge of the area really stood out—he shared a wealth of historically accurate facts during our drive that brought the landscape and its past to life. One of the best parts of the tour was that Matt took us to sites off the beaten path, far from the usual crowds. It felt like we were truly discovering hidden gems. At each stop, we were given plenty of time to explore and soak in the atmosphere without feeling rushed. Matt was an excellent guide—professional, personable, and clearly passionate about Scottish history. We highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting a deeper, more authentic experience of Scotland.
Book now you won’t regret it!
Andrea L,
Apr 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John our tour guide was AH-MAZING! Right from the start of the trip he was super friendly, got everyone involved and comfortable asking him any questions throughout the day. He was SO knowledgeable about the areas we saw and even showed us some new things he recently found. John is a safe driver, conscious of all his passengers and their needs and kept us intrigued and laughing all day. Not a dull moment! This trip was so good my friend and I are already talking about the potential of booking another trip with him. You will not regret taking this trip, book now!
Day trip out of Glasgow
lovemakestheworld,
Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Jim was friendly and full of information for each area we visited. He was helpful and provide us tips. We get to look at the standing stones closely and explore the Inverarary castle and also other areas. There were lots of scenic views. Also, there are plenty of restroom stops during the trip. The van we were in was comfortable. Expect to see a lot of sheep.
BOOKING THIS TOUR IS A MUST
keitheU755YS,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was a little hesitant to book at first thinking it would be too long... I am SO GLAD I did book and take this tour. Our TOUR GUIDE MATT was awesome. Great mix of history and humor and very attentive to the small group. Plenty of stops throughout the duration of the trip to stretch the legs and explore, go to the toilets (multiple stops if needed), grab a snack, etc.. I did multiple tours in 2wks and this was the highlight of them. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Beautiful, Worth it & Highly Recommend
L1958PUmarissas,
Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was amazing!! James knew so much history, was fun to talk to and brought a lively atmosphere. It was raining at the beginning, and I thought maybe we wouldn’t see much. Boy, was I so wrong. Even in the rain we got out and saw the standing stones and a castle and learned so much history. Then after lunch it brightened up into a sunny day and was absolutely beautiful. We stopped & saw highland cows and that’s always been #1 on my bucket list. Lastly, the castle ruins and river beside it were beautiful. If you’re feeling wishy washy about splurging on this trip I definitely recommend that you do it!! It’s a trip I’ll never forget for the rest of my life (mainly the cute highland cows :)
Above and beyond!
Z5500FYamandab,
Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I just moved here and we wanted to see the highlands while my mom was visiting us and this was a WONDERFUL tour. James really knows his stuff and you can tell he has a deep love for his country. We got to see a lot more than we thought we could in one day. The stops were frequent enough for rest breaks. We look forward to booking other day tours in the future!
Standing stones and Highland cows
kimberlylV8074RF,
Dec 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was very nice and informative and we enjoyed all the stops. We were very excited that we got to make an extra stop to see the Highland cows.
Standing Stones and the Highlands - A Truly Memorable Experience
davidaQ1111DF,
Dec 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing one-day tour. The Highlands were beautiful, covered in frost. Our guide Jim is passionate about his country and his work. He knows his history and brings it to life throughout the day to help us understand what we are looking at and to put everything into perspective. And he’s a fun guy who I hope will be the guide on my next visit.
Nice tour
Frank H,
Nov 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Guider arrived on time. The van is in good condition. Guider walked us to different attraction points and gave introductions.
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