West Highland Adventure

Day 1: West Highland Adventure

Our adventure starts as we leave Edinburgh and head north-west. We journey through the lands of Stirlingshire, once home to the legendary Scottish warrior, William Wallace, before arriving at Doune Castle*. The castle starred as a filming location in world-famous TV shows such as Outlander, Game of Thrones, and the movie Monty Python!

Pressing on, we dive into Scotland's beloved Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Here, nature shows off in the form of epic mountain ranges, far-reaching lochs, and historical castles seamlessly blending into the West Highlands.

We continue south to the enchanting ruins of Kilchurn Castle at Loch Awe to wander along its peaceful shores. Lunchtime awaits us in the pretty town of Inveraray, with time to explore at your own pace. Why not visit Inveraray Castle (summer only, open Thursday – Monday, see notes for winter closure), or if you're feeling brave, you can venture into the narrow corridors of Inveraray Jail and step into the shoes of a 19th-century prisoner. This jail is renowned as one of the world's best-preserved courtrooms and prisons!

Next on our journey is the awe-inspiring Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint, an incredibly magical picnic and beauty spot. From here, we soak up amazing views of the Arrochar Alps before heading to the final stop of our day: the village of Luss on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. Designated as a conservation village, you will find that Luss has some of the finest traditional Scottish architecture and natural features around. As our Scottish adventure draws to a close, we arrive back in Edinburgh in the evening.

*Castle closures: Doune Castle may occasionally close for estate or filming activities (please check availability when booking). Inveraray Castle is closed for winter from 27 October 2026 to late March 2027.

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