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Scotland's Wild Countryside: Stirling Castle Tour
5.0
10 Ratings
Inverclyde
Embark on a journey through Scotland’s untamed landscapes, savoring the breathtaking lochs and glens of the Trossach national park before proceeding to the renowned Stirling Castle. Wander through the grand hall and the Queen’s Palace, a magnificent embodiment of Renaissance architecture and the historic residence of a youthful Mary Queen of Scots.
Embark on a journey through Scotland’s untamed landscapes, savoring the breathtaking lochs and glens of the Trossach national park before proceeding to the renowned Stirling Castle. Wander through the grand hall and the Queen’s Palace, a magnificent embodiment of Renaissance architecture and the historic residence of a youthful Mary Queen of Scots.
Duration:
8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Luss Pier - Explore the charming village of Luss and stroll along the beautiful banks of Loch Lomond.
- Kilmahog - Stop by the woollen mill in Kilmahog for some shopping and enjoy feeding the local Highland Cows.
- Stirling Castle - Discover one of Scotland’s most historic castles in Stirling. Immerse yourself in the rich history of…
- Luss Pier - Explore the charming village of Luss and stroll along the beautiful banks of Loch Lomond.
- Kilmahog - Stop by the woollen mill in Kilmahog for some shopping and enjoy feeding the local Highland Cows.
- Stirling Castle - Discover one of Scotland’s most historic castles in Stirling. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Scotland as you tour the castle.
- Lyle Hill - Conclude the day at Lyle Hill, where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Firth of Clyde and the surrounding scenery. Afterwards, a short drive will take you down to the port.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- A dram of whisky
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- A dram of whisky
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee to Stirling Castle
- Lunch
- Entrance fee to Stirling Castle
- Lunch
Location
Cruise Terminal
Campbell Street
Your tour guide will pick you up from the Greenock port terminal at the gates at Campbell street.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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James_h
Sep 11, 2024
Best tour ever - James is the best tour guide we have ever had ! Great history information, wonderful stories, entertaining personality, wonderful voice, and Bonny Bonny looks. Went to some beautiful off the beaten path places. He made sure we were being treated like Scottish royalty. He was able to join us inside Sterling castle for history and interesting tales. Took pictures for us and treated us to a glam of whiskey by the edge of lock lomond in a traditional Scottish vessel. Got to feed and pet the Highland Coos and do a bit of shopping at one stop. Very good driver and just a wonderful person.
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Daytrip175606
Jul 19, 2024
Fabulous Day! - I cannot recommend James enough!! We had a fantastic day with him, from beginning to end. The tour was well planned out, with a good mix of scenery & history and just the right amount time spent at each stop. It’s obvious the love that James has for Scotland & that he takes great pride in sharing its history & customs, along with a few folklore stories & current events thrown in as well. Especially loved the special cheers we shared from the friendship cup at the Falls of Falloch. James was very friendly, extremely knowledgeable & a phenomenal guide. I would highly recommend James / Alba Experiences & he will be my 1st call if I am ever lucky enough to return to Scotland.
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Michelle_f
Jun 3, 2024
Magical and Inspiring - James, the owner of Alba Experiences was wonderful! So wonderful, he left us all wanting more. He is so proud, knowledgeable, and in love his country which made our shore excursion fantastical. He was rich with information and showed us a great deal of his favorite spots which made our experience magical!
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Jenffej
Jul 27, 2023
Best tour ever - Alba Excursions was absolutely amazing!James was an absolute gem. This was our favorite excursion! We were able to see beautiful sites including Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond. The tour was GREAT because of James. His personal style made the tour extra special. He took us to extra points of interest that were secrets to tourists. He taught us so much about the country and culture. We had a blast and can’t wait to return to take another tour with him.
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Jenniferj705
Jul 25, 2023
BEST TOUR EVER - This tour was by far the best tour!We were greeted by James wearing his authentic family kilt. If you are lucky enough to have James as a tour guide, prepare to be mesmerized. He is a guide/historian/ soon to be famous actor/ photography expert/ kind human being all rolled into one individual. On this tour you we were taken to the beautiful Stirling Castle, to beautiful lochs, to feed highland coos, and so much more! Our group cannot stop talking about how exquisite this tour was. We cannot wait to plan another vacation in Scotland. We will be calling Alba Tours !
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Jufriese
Jul 24, 2023
Scotland Perfection - Our guide James was what made this beautiful tour perfect! Anyone could enjoy Loch Lamont, & Stirling Castle on their own but James made the experience extraordinary. There were 4 of us experiencing Scotland for the first time and every detail of this tour was coordinated, timely, and well executed. There were personal touches, his wealth of Scottish history, ability to answer any and all questions made us feel like we experienced the most we possibly could in a day. The stops we made not only to Loch Lamond and Stirling had us excited beyond measure. This is a perfect tour for anyone! Would highly recommend!
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Miranda5000000000000
Jul 24, 2023
Best Tour in Scotland! James is like the Scottish cousin you wish you had! - Amazing tour and views! James was so pleasant and knowledgeable! I especially enjoyed all the stories and history James shared throughout the day.
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Angelacyr
Jul 24, 2023
Amazing Scotland with an Amazing Tour Guide! - I wish I could give this tour a 10!!! It’s a five star plus tour at minimum (coming from a teacher!) James is so knowledgeable and has such a passion for his homeland and its rich culture. We experienced so much of Scotland in one day. It had something for everyone- beautiful scenery and nature, history, animal interaction, poetry, amazing photo shoots, folklore, and Outlander highlights. It was spectacular. James has found his calling and lucky are those who get to spend a day or more with him!
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Jacinda
Jun 20, 2023
Greenock, Stirling Castle, Loch Lamond, Bannockburn, Luss, and Highland Cattle - Great experience overall! Great communication prior to docking in Greenock, custom made the tour to fit our tight time in Scotland. Very informative! Talked about history, movies, and tv such as Outlander, Game of Thrones, Mandalorian, and Braveheart with Scotland as the theme and used for beautiful landscapes. Knew the history of the area. Knew the ins and outs of the area to get us around quickly when needed. We were back on the ship with plenty of time to spare and we even made an additional stop because we had extra time. The vehicle was comfortable with water waiting for us and provided us with a drink of whiskey as well. He dressed my son in a traditional kilt. We were able to stop and feed Highland Cattle
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Richardeu1140dq
Sep 10, 2022
See Scotland with ALBA Tours - We went with James (ALBA TOURS). He picked us up at Hotel Indigo ( a lovely little hotel) in Edinburg. He is very well versed in Scottish history & proud of his country. We stopped at the Kelties, Stirling Castle, ate lunch at a quaint restaurant, and on to Loch Lomond. All five of us agreed that this was the high point of our visit. We would love to visit again & take another tour to different Scottish sites with James! We HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TOUR & JAMES (the owner of ALBA TOURS)!
Susan Koenig-Ellenburg
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