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After leaving Glasgow, this Loch Ness tour will climb north past Loch Lomond and into the Highlands where you’ll see the majestic Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most haunting glens, and many other spectacular sights including Fort William and Britain’s highest mountain. As you travel through the Scottish countryside, you’ll admire the Caledonian Canal and the pretty village of Fort Augustus, enjoying breathtaking views of Loch Ness before exploring it. Loch Ness is 24 miles long and 700 feet deep and probably most famous for its sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as Nessie. You’ll spend some time at Loch Ness during which you can take a boat cruise around the lake, explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle or even search for Nessie. After you’ve visited Loch Ness, you’ll pass through Inverness, crossing the Grampian Mountains and discover the woodland scenery of Perthshire including the Forest of Atholl. You’ll really see the best of Scotland: its countryside!

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This tour kicks off with a trip to Stirlingshire and Stirling Castle, arguably one of Scotland’s most important fortresses, where you’ll tour the castle, learn all about the exploits of Robert the Bruce and the infamous Queen of Scots and take in the stunning views of the Scottish countryside that surrounds the castle. Then, it’s onto the beautiful Trossachs National Park where you’ll stop to admire the craggy hills, sparkling lochs and striking woodlands – you’ll even get to see some highland cattle up close as you travel to Aberfoyle. In Aberfoyle, you can munch of something typical and explore the town before heading off to the final stop of the day, the bonnie bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. This is a breathtaking loch that has spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and many picturesque villages along the shore that are well worth visiting. Get ready to see the best of Scotland!

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After you leave Glasgow, your Oban tour will head west, crossing the Firth of Clyde, where you will pass Dumbarton’s famous and imposing rock fortress with its equally impressive castle. You will then reach Inveraray, a quaint town built in the mid-18th century on the shores of Loch Fyne. Here, you can visit Inveraray Castle, the historic home of the Duke of Argyll, nestled in large beautiful gardens overlooking the Loch or you could explore the town and admire its breathtaking views across the loch.Your tour will then climb further north into the Highlands through stunning scenery and passing several castles and beautiful lochs. You’ll be able to admire Kilchurn Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed castles before stopping for lunch in the picturesque harbor town of Oban. After a spot of exploring, you’ll travel onwards to Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most haunting glens, and then make your way to the last stop on this tour, Luss on the banks of Loch Lomond where you can walk along the shore or stroll around the village.

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Departing from Glasgow, you’ll travel northwest along the shores of Loch Lomond and cross the Highland Boundary Fault Line where the scenery changes quickly and dramatically 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 fiercely territorial Highland clans! Then, you’ll take a leisurely drive over the ‘Rest and Be Thankful’ mountain pass as make your way to the picturesque harbour town of Inveraray on the shores of Loch Fyne. From there, you’ll drive along the shore of Scotland’s longest loch, Loch Awe, where you can snap some photos of Kilchurn Castle, a magnificent ruin situated in the middle of the loch. Then, it’s time to head to the harbour town of Oban, gateway to the Isles before traveling 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 has a shocking history that you’ll hear all about. Travelling south, you’ll pass the majestic peak of Buachaille Etive Mor (meaning ’the great shepherd of Etive’) and 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 drive south towards Loch Lomond. Your last stop of the day will be Luss, an 18th century conservation village with old workers cottages and stunning views across the loch.

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Once this Loch Lomond tour departs from Glasgow, you will travel via the picturesque Campsie Fells, passing Glengoyne Distillery, before making your first stop at Loch Lomond where you can enjoy an hour long cruise taking in spectacular views of the loch’s many islands and the surrounding mountains. Alternatively, you can take a stroll through the picturesque loch-side village of Luss and admire its beauty.Then, it’s onto the little village of Aberfoyle, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Trossachs National Park, just below the Highland faultline. This national park is known as ’the Highlands in miniature’ thanks to its abundance of lochs, mountains and forests so it’s definitely worth exploring.Your last stop will be at Stirling Castle which sits on volcanic rock and offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. You’ll have time to visit the castle and learn all about the exploits of key historic figures like Robert the Bruce and William Wallance. This tour is the perfect combination of history and nature!

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