Oban and the West Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh: Explore Iconic Scottish Landscapes
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82 Ratings
Edinburgh
Escape the city bustle of Edinburgh and explore the iconic landscapes of Oban and the West Highlands. Discover the dramatic beauty of coastlines, moorlands, and mountains on this small group day trip. Immerse yourself in the charming villages of Oban, Luss, and Inveraray and experience the warm Highland hospitality of your guide.
Duration: 11 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - Our journey will lead us along the charming shores of Loch Lomond
  • Luss - Our first halt will be at Luss, a preserved conservation area located on the loch’s waterfront. There will be an opportunity to stroll to the water’s edge for photo opportunities
  • Kilchurn Castle - This castle was a fortress of the Clan Campbell, and we will explore their historic home later on
  • Loch Awe - Stretching 25 miles, Loch Awe is the longest freshwater loch in Scotland and is famous for its trout fishing.
  • Oban - We will stop for lunch in Oban, known as the Gateway to the Isles. You’ll have the chance to savor some of the freshest seafood near the harbor.
  • Inveraray - This quaint, white-painted town was the first planned town in Scotland. Its completion stands as one of the finest examples of an 18th-century new town in the country, with the majority of buildings in the center of Inveraray being listed for conservation due to their architectural importance.
  • Inveraray Castle - During our time in Inveraray, you might want to visit the enchanting castle, the residence of the Duke of Argyll and the head of the Clan Campbell.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Children under 3 years not accepted
Additional Information

Take a break from the urban noise of Edinburgh, and journey west on the intimate Oban and West Highlands Day Trip! This stunning Scottish region boasts shorelines, heaths, and peaks that make up the impressive allure of the West Highlands. Discover the charming, tiny hamlets of Oban, Luss and Inveraray and appreciate the view with warm Highland cordiality provided by your guide!

  • Children under 3 years not accepted
Location
192 High St
High Street
Please check in with Highland Experience staff inside/outside Caffe Nero by 07:45
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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S1897hjrenateb
Jun 2, 2024
Great tour & guide👍 - It was a very nice tour in a small group with a minibus. The tour guide Hugh was very entertaining and had a lot to say and gave great recommendations. Great, would book there again and again.
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Explore55457234949
May 31, 2024
Best tour in the UK! - We did a few guided tours in the UK and this was the best of them all! Hugh was awesome and has extensive knowledge on Scotland and it's history. We passed beautiful, breathtaking views and Hugh was kind enough to stop/slow down for amazing pictures. He had us engaged and entertained throughout the day. Highly recommend his guided tour - don't miss it!
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Faylorraine_s
Oct 20, 2023
Oban - Sorry it was canceled, hope to rejoin November 1 or 2nd. Please respond, thank you. The price point is excellent, and these are places I can’t really go easily from Edinburgh as a solo traveler.
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John_k
Oct 14, 2023
Great day! - A great day with Wee Andy. We saw lochs and beautiful scenery. The highlight was Oban distillery and time for fish and chips!
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Yvonnemargaret_h
Sep 23, 2023
Trip away - Every part of the trip was memorable. Lovely clean coach, cheery driver, who was very knowledgeable Pl
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Kathleen_l
Sep 16, 2023
Picture perfect Western Highlands trip - Our guide and driver, Joe, did a great job of making sure we saw all the photogenic highlights of the Western Highlands, Oban, and Inveraray Castle. He helped us time our lunch reservations at Ee-usk in Oban which we’d highly recommend. It was an incredible day; so glad we picked this tour !
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Jovannim695
Sep 8, 2023
Professional and Excellent Service - Mr. Murray, our tour guide was very professional, friendly, accommodating , caring, helpful and very knowledgeable. This is my first time in this tour and I am very satisfied of the service he provided. Throughout the tour, Mr. Murray ensure that everyone was well attended and satisfied on every visited locations. He drives with outmost safety and ensure that safety policies were followed during the journey. His knowledge and humour is outstanding. Therefore, I highly recommend Mr. Murray and the Viator (Highland Experience Tours) as the best tours you can trust whilst visiting Edinburgh, Scotland. Thank you so much for the very pleasant experience.
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Olwyn_h
Aug 19, 2023
Fantastic - Oh wow all of it the castles. The scenery was spectacular loved winding around the country roads and who can forget the hairy coos our bus driver Joe was funny and made the stories he told come alive
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Brett
Aug 6, 2023
Highland Experience tours are amazing. - I booked a trip leaving from Edinburgh, Scotland after a very great tour last year to the Scottish Highlands. I booked another tour in 2022 on my first trip to Scotland, with another company which did not even compare to Highland Experience tours. This trip was amazing, seeing Oban, Luss, Loch Lomond, and Inveraray. Great landscapes and amazing landmarks. I took this trip on August 4, 2023. Our guide was so informative and had a great knowledge of the areas and a hilarious sense of humor. I would highly recommend Highland Experience tours to anyone wanting to see more of Scotland.
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Pascale_f
Apr 14, 2024
Good but a bit dull - This trip was cancelled & I was offered an alternative. I booked the Rosslyn chapel tour. It was informative, but a tiny bit dull. We paid for all the entrance fees so I felt that the trip was a bit pricy to include only the bus & the guide tbh. But The guide & driver Keith were a delight.
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