Private Sightseeing Day Tour from Edinburgh to Loch Lomond

Forth Road Bridge

5 min

Leaving Edinburgh we will take a small detour to the Three Forth Bridges and South Queensferry. We'll stop for a quick photo before traveling onwards to Loch Lomond.

The Kelpies & The Helix

5 min

On your way to Loch Lomond, The Kelpies are 30-metre-high horse-head sculptures depicting Kelpies (shape-shifting water spirits).

Stirling Castle

1 hour

As we travel on to Loch Lomond we pass the mighty Stirling Castle – the reason why so many battles took place around here was in order to hold the strategic importance of Stirling, which overlooked the lowest bridging point across the River Forth. From the battlements, follow the gaze of King Robert Bruce himself as his statue looks towards Bannockburn, the site of his most famous victory. Savor the imposing Wallace Monument as it stands out against the scenic Ochil Hills. There is the option to go into the castle should you wish to stop en route.

Luss

1 hour

Taking a stop in Balloch there is the option to visit the Bird of Prey Centre, failing that we will make our way up the east coast of Loch Lomond, traveling past the famous Loch Lomond Golf Club into the village of Luss. As you continue north the mountain Ben Lomond starts to come into view, towering over the west coast of Loch Lomond and making for a stunning photo of the Loch. Local water sports and village pubs are available here should you wish to stay awhile.

Loch Lubnaig

10 min

Visit this beautiful Loch surrounded by towering mountains, a true Highland Loch which is ideal for that Scottish Highland Photo and walk along its banks.

Callander

1 hour

The Highland Town of Callander the eastern gateway to the highlands. Spend time walking around the town visiting the small shops and sampling local produce and pick up a souvenir for your trip.

Deanston Distillery & Visitor Centre

1 hour

For the whisky enthusiasts, Deanston Distillery is on the way home again. Set on the banks of the River Teith and started life back in 1785 as a cotton mill until 1966 where it transformed into today’s distillery, the only distillery in Scotland to be self-sufficient in electricity with its power coming from the River Teith. Tours are run hourly if you wanted to experience the Heritage Tour then advance booking is required.