Loch Lomond and Inveraray Castle Tour
Enjoy the Private Group Loch Lomond and Inveraray Castle Day Tour which leaves from Greenock Port. The Tour Guides entertain and share local knowledge while you travel in style and comfort in our air conditioned vehicles. Tours priced for up to 7 passengers.
Visit amazing locations; Loch Lomond, Rest and be Thankful, Inveraray Castle, Kilchurn Castle and the village of Luss, while enjoying stunning scenery along the way.
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£610.00 1 day
Loch Lomond and Inveraray Castle Tour from Greenock Cruise Port -Itinerary
The Loch Lomond and Inveraray Castle Tour for Greenock Cruise Ships first takes us up Loch Lomond to Tarbet, and then through the impressive mountain pass known as the “Rest and Be Thankful”. Inveraray is our first major stop of the day, and there are options of town or castle. Then it’s onwards to a photostop at the beautiful ruins of Kilchurn Castle. The final part of the day sees our return down Lomondside and a visit to the pretty village of Luss, on the shores of Loch Lomond.
Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond is Scotland’s largest lake (by surface area) and undoubtedly one of the prettiest. The song about the Bonnie Bonnie Banks is well known around the world. It tells the story of two Jacobite Prisoners awaiting execution. Mighty Ben Lomond, meaning Beacon Mountain, dominates the lake and as a result the lake shares its name.
Rest and Be Thankful
The British army carved the mountain road, the Rest and Be Thankful, through the Arrochar Alps in 1753. It was a difficult construction and so it was the soldiers who erected the stone at the summit – inscribed with the words that give this summit its name – “rest and be thankful”. Nowadays you will want your camera while you rest!
Inveraray Castle
Inveraray Castle, which dates from 1746, is the home of the chief of Clan Campbell, the 13th Duke of Argyll. It was in the TV series, Downton Abbey, as fictional Duneagle Castle, partly as a result of its sumptuous interiors. Other attractions include the formal gardens, woodland walks, shop and tearoom.
Inveraray
Inveraray town is a planned burgh, conceived and built by the 3rd Duke of Argyll from around 1750 onwards. So soon afterwards this settlement became Clan Campbell’s judicial and mercantile capital from that time. It was also the traditional county town of Argyll. It is nowadays well served with a variety of shops of interest to its many visitors.
Kilchurn Castle
Kilchurn Castle is a romantic ruin, set on Loch Awe. The Campbells of Glenorchy built it in the mid-1400’s and it later served as redcoat garrison during the 1745 Jacobite rising. It is an iconic photo location because of the waters of the loch in front and the impressive slopes of Ben Cruachan standing behind.
Luss
Luss is a beautiful village on Loch Lomond, laid out as a model community in the early 1800’s by the Colquhoun family. It was used from 1980 as fictional “Glendarroch” in the long running TV series “Take the High Road”. Luss churchyard has a very rare example of a Viking gravestone. It is a popular stop because we also give free time to wander or shop in the village.
Loch Lomond and Inveraray Castle Tour from Greenock – Price
£610
Loch Lomond and Inveraray Castle Tour from Greenock – Departure
The tour departs from just outside the harbour gates. We will always inform you directly if there is any alteration of departure point.
FAQ
Can each person in the party pay separately?
Driver/Guide licencing in Scotland will only allow us to take one payment per tour, so if people in a party wish to split the cost then they arrange that amongst themselves and make one tour payment to us.
Are entries to the various visitor attractions included?
We don’t include entry to the attractions – and that way we leave the day as flexible as possible for you.
Will I need cash with me?
Most places will accept Visa or MasterCard and some will accept American Express. It is always prudent, though, to bring a little cash with you for unexpected eventualities. You will need GBP, not Euros or Dollars.
What will we be doing for lunch?
You are responsible for paying for your own food & drink during your tour. Lunch could be in a café, pub, restaurant or even a picnic at a beauty spot. Your guide can discuss and advise on options when you meet them.
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Why Choose Us
Why Choose Inverness Tour Guides?
Our Inverness Tour Guides are a hand-picked team. As well as being accredited members of the Highlands of Scotland Tour Guide Association, they are all well-recognised as being at the top of their fields. They were chosen because they are great storytellers, are fun to be with, and are uniquely qualified to do what they do well. We are convinced that there is no better team of guides to be found. See their individual profiles here
Performance
Here at Inverness Tours we continually monitor performance. As a result we are confident that we offer long experience and expertise in providing quality, value and enjoyment.
Our Vehicles
Our vehicles are spacious and air conditioned, easily accommodating up to seven passengers. The reclining seats and tinted windows ensure touring in comfort and style.
Our Track Record
Inverness Tours has been taking visitors on world-class tours for more than fifteen years and has been striving to make its exclusive tour business the finest of its kind available in Scotland.
Our Customer Care
The Inverness Tours admin team are frequently complimented on responsiveness, flexibility and care.
Our Environment
Inverness Tours have offset the impact of visitor footfall in the Highlands by contributing financially to environmental and community projects.
Our Precautions
Our COVID19 precautions – Inverness Tours has always carried bacteriological and virucidal disinfectant sprays, disposable gloves and the necessary wipes etc. The vehicles are cleaned on a daily basis. We are investigating and instituting further measures to keep you safe at this current time and into the future.
Our Reviews
All the above contribute to our fabulous back-catalogue of reviews. Check out the TripAdvisor reviews here. You will find that over 98% of our reviews are five-star and as a result we have achieved TripAdvisor’s annual Certificate of Excellence and placement in their Hall of Fame!
What’s included?
The 7-passenger vehicle together with qualified driver/guide is included.
Summary terms and conditions:-
- All tours are exclusive and the same price for between one and seven people. Your booking is considered confirmed once we send out your confirmation.
- While Inverness Tours shall do everything reasonably possible to provide your tour itinerary and/or services as planned, we reserve the right to alter itineraries, guide, transport or accommodation if circumstances require us to do so. If we have to cancel a tour you receive a full refund of the amount paid and that is the extent of our obligation.
- Our normal Cancellation Terms as outlined in the point below have been temporarily relaxed. The relaxation is in relation to any booking which requires to cancel due to COVID-19. Our COVID-19 cancellation terms are outlined here.
- If you wish to change any part of your confirmed booking you should inform us in writing as soon as possible. We will do our best to assist you, but cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your request. If you cancel a booking up to 30 days in advance you receive a 75% refund of the total paid. Cancellations between 30 and 10 days before the tour receive a 50% refund. There is no refund if you cancel within 10 days of the tour or are not at the organised departure or pick-up point.
- We are happy for you to enjoy bottled water and hard candies while we travel. Other types of food and drink have proved previously to be quite hazardous (on Highland roads) both to yourselves and seat upholstery.
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