Stirling, Loch Lomond and The Kelpies Day Trip form Edinburgh
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Experience Highlights
Explore the stunning Stirling Castle and the beautiful scenery of the Scottish Highlands on this exciting day trip from Edinburgh. The tour lasts around 9 hours, during which you'll see Scottish wonders such as the charming village of Balloch, on the shores of Loch Lomond, and the Kelpies, two gigantic 30-metre-high sculptures of horses' heads.
During the tour, you will be accompanied by an expert guide. You will learn about the history and culture of Scotland, as well as the historical and folkloric role of characters such as William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Rob Roy in the local culture. You'll have the opportunity to take in the sights of the picturesque town of Luss before returning to Edinburgh.
- Visit the impressive Stirling Castle, accompanied by an expert guide.
- Discover the historical and folkloric role of famous Scottish characters such as William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Rob Roy, and their influence on the local culture.
- Take in the sights and natural beauty of magical Loch Lomond and the charming village of Balloch.
What’s included
- Excursion to Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Kelpies
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
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Step by Step
Experience Scotland's rich history and natural beauty on this day trip from Edinburgh. Start by visiting Stirling Castle, considered one of Scotland's most impressive fortresses, and learn about its importance in Scottish history with an expert guide .
Then, head into the Trossachs National Park and reach the charming village of Balloch, located on the shores of the stunning Loch Lomond. Here you can choose to take a cruise on the loch or simply enjoy the views and capture the beauty of the picturesque town of Luss on camera.
Along the way, you'll also have the opportunity to admire the Kelpies, the 30 metre high statues representing the heads of two giant horses. Made of steel and weighing 300 tonneseach, these statues represent the Kelpies, creatures from Scottish folklore that inhabit the lochs and are able to change shape at will.
During the activity, you will also learn more about some of the most famous characters in Scottish history and folklore, such as William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Rob Roy and their role in shaping Scottish culture.
Finally, you'll return to Edinburgh through the picturesque Scottish Highlands , admiring the scenic views along the way. This is an ideal tour for nature and history lovers, and a great way to see some of Scotland's most iconic sites in a single day.