Standing Stones, Castles & The Highlands of Scotland Tour from Glasgow
Standing Stones, Castles & Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow
Travel more than 5,000 years into Scotland’s past through Loch Lomond, Highland castles, prehistoric monuments and the remarkable archaeology of Kilmartin Glen.
Walk through more than 5,000 years of Scottish history.
Leave Glasgow for Loch Lomond and Argyll, where prehistoric monuments, clan strongholds and Highland landscapes sit remarkably close together. This is a day for people who want Scotland’s scenery and its deepest history in the same journey.
Walk among standing stones and burial cairns in Kilmartin Glen, discover the Campbell story at Inveraray Castle and approach Kilchurn Castle beside Loch Awe. Your guide joins the pieces together so the route feels like one unfolding story rather than a list of stops.
Begin beside Loch Lomond
Explore the conservation village of Luss before crossing the Highland Boundary and travelling west into Argyll.
Discover Clan Campbell history
Explore the home of the Dukes of Argyll and the stories, collections and architecture of one of Scotland’s most distinctive castles.
Walk among prehistoric monuments
Stand beside stones, circles and burial cairns in one of Scotland’s richest archaeological landscapes.
Walk to a castle on Loch Awe
Approach the atmospheric Campbell stronghold on foot and enjoy its extraordinary setting beneath the surrounding mountains.
Loch Lomond, Argyll, Kilmartin Glen & Loch Awe
Travel from Glasgow into the western Highlands through landscapes shaped by geology, clans and more than five millennia of human history.
Loch Lomond, ancient monuments and Highland castles
A history-rich day from Glasgow, with time to explore remarkable places rather than simply view them from the road.
Luss & the Bonnie Banks
Leave Glasgow for Luss, a historic conservation village beside Loch Lomond. Wander its attractive streets, visit the parish church surroundings and take in views across the loch.
Continue west through Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park as the landscape changes from Lowland Scotland into the Highlands and Argyll.
Inveraray Castle
Visit Inveraray Castle on the shores of Loch Fyne and discover the history of the Campbell family, the Dukes of Argyll and the castle’s collections.
Castle admission is not included. Inveraray Castle operates seasonally, so interior access depends on the date of your departure.
Kilmartin Glen
Explore one of Scotland’s most concentrated archaeological landscapes, where standing stones, stone circles and burial cairns reveal thousands of years of human activity.
Your guide helps make sense of the monuments and the people who built them, turning ancient sites into a vivid part of Scotland’s continuing story.
Kilchurn Castle
Take the approximately 45-minute walking section towards Kilchurn Castle, the former Campbell of Glenorchy stronghold in a spectacular position beside Loch Awe.
The castle interior is currently closed for conservation. The tour can still approach and explore around the exterior, subject to local access and ground conditions.
Tyndrum, Loch Lomond & Glasgow
Travel through the Highlands via Tyndrum and return along Loch Lomond, with changing mountain, glen and loch views throughout the journey.
The scheduled arrival in Glasgow is approximately 5:40pm, subject to traffic, weather and operational conditions.
The itinerary is a guide. Stops, walking routes and timings may change because of weather, path conditions, road access, traffic or other operational circumstances.
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What’s included & useful tour information
Included
- Fun, friendly Scotland driver-guide
- Transport throughout the full-day tour
- Air-conditioned touring vehicle
- Guided walking section towards Kilchurn Castle
- Visit to Luss and Loch Lomond
- Standing stones, cairns and prehistoric sites
- Highland scenery across Argyll and Loch Awe
- Highland scenery, history, myths and legends
- Small-group touring with a maximum of 16 guests
Not Included
- Inveraray Castle admission
- Lunch
- Snacks and drinks
Where to meet your guide
17 Killermont Street
Glasgow
G2 3NX
Please arrive at 7:45am so your guide can check everyone in before the 8:00am departure.
Scheduled tours need to leave on time and cannot guarantee waiting for late guests.
Parking nearbyBuchanan Galleries car park is approximately a five-minute walk away. Parking charges apply.
Full departure information →Why travellers choose Scotland’s Wild
The monuments may be ancient, but the day should feel alive: shared with a guide who makes thousands of years of Scotland’s story genuinely engaging.
Come for ancient Scotland. Remember the stories and people.
Your guide is not simply the person behind the wheel. They connect prehistoric Kilmartin, the Campbell castles and the landscapes of Argyll through stories that make each place easier to understand and remember.
We want the day to feel curious, relaxed and properly personal: time to look closely, ask questions, share a laugh and experience the places rather than hurry past them.
Standing Stones & Castles Tour FAQs
Key information about castle access, walking, prehistoric sites and your journey from Glasgow.
Is Inveraray Castle admission included?
No. Inveraray Castle admission is paid separately.
The castle operates seasonally and is not open every day, so interior access depends on the date of your tour.
Can we go inside Kilchurn Castle?
Not currently. Historic Environment Scotland has closed the castle interior while conservation work continues.
Visitors can still walk towards and around the exterior, subject to local access, weather and ground conditions.
How much walking is involved?
The main walking section towards Kilchurn Castle is approximately 45 minutes. Guests should be comfortable walking for up to an hour outdoors on potentially uneven or wet ground.
There is additional walking at the other stops. Contact us before booking if you would like to discuss a mobility or accessibility requirement.
What is the minimum age?
The minimum age for this scheduled group tour is 12 years old.
If you are travelling with younger children, contact us about arranging a private tour instead.
How do I secure my place?
A 50% payment is required when booking. The remaining balance is automatically collected 8 days before departure using the payment method attached to your booking.
What is the cancellation policy?
For this scheduled day tour:
- 8 or more days before departure: full refund.
- 4–7 days before departure: 50% refund.
- Within 3 days of departure or no-show: no refund.
Where and when does the tour depart?
Check-in is at 7:45am for an 8:00am departure from 17 Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NX.
What time does the tour return?
The scheduled return to Glasgow is approximately 5:40pm.
Traffic, weather and road conditions can affect the exact time, so avoid arranging tightly timed onward travel.
Where do we stop for lunch?
The current itinerary provides an opportunity to purchase lunch during the Inveraray Castle stop. Lunch, snacks and drinks are not included in the tour price.
What should I wear and bring?
Bring waterproof outer clothing, warm layers and sturdy walking shoes or boots. Midge repellent is useful in warmer months, and sun cream is worth carrying on brighter days.
Can I bring luggage?
Small rucksacks and handbags are fine. Contact us before booking if you need to bring a suitcase or larger item so available storage can be checked.
Will there be bathroom breaks?
Yes. Your guide plans suitable comfort stops during the full-day journey. Exact timings can vary with the route and attraction opening arrangements.
Can I book this as a private tour?
Yes. A private Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castle tour is available from Glasgow for travellers who prefer their own vehicle, guide and a more flexible pace.
Can weather or seasonal opening change the itinerary?
Yes. Safety and access come first. Your guide may adapt individual stops, walking routes or timings because of weather, ground conditions, seasonal attraction opening, road access or other operational circumstances.
Ready to walk through ancient Scotland?
Join a small group for Loch Lomond, Kilmartin Glen, Highland castles and more than 5,000 years of stories woven through the landscapes of Argyll.
