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Full-Day Oban Castles and Glencoe Guided Tour from Glasgow

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Overview

On our one day tour to Oban from Glasgow you’ll experience a little of everything that Scotland’s spectacular natural beauty has to offer.

This is the rugged Western Highlands where majestic mountains tumble down to glorious lochs. Castles and glens hide tragic tales of centuries ago, and bustling ports serve up tasty food and award-winning attractions.

Your friendly driver-guide will bring Scottish legends to life as we share our country, from the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond to haunting Glencoe.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Services of your Driver-Guide
  • Meals and Refreshments
  • Entrance to Inveraray Castle, can be paid on the day: Adult £18.00, Concession £15.00, Child £12.0
  • Inveraray Jail Ticket can be paid on the day: Adult £15.95, Senior/Student £13.95, Child £9.95
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Killermont Street
Glasgow G2 3NW, UK

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What To Expect

Loch Lomond (Pass By)

You'll see Loch Lomond through your panoramic window as we meander its western shores. If you look to the right you’ll see Ben Lomond, Scotland’s most southerly Munro (a mountain above 3000 feet) and your first of the tour.
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Rest and be Thankful

We pause for photos at the ‘Rest and Be Thankful’, an iconic Scottish viewpoint so named thanks to the words carved in stone by weary soldiers who built the original military road in 1753.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Inveraray

Inveraray is one of Scotland’s most photographed towns. Established in 1745 by the 3rd Duke of Argyll, chief of the powerful Clan Campbell. Inveraray is a classic example of an 18th century planned town with its distinctive white-washed Georgian architecture.Passengers can explore the town and it's shops or visit one of the attractions listed below.(Please note this stop may be reduced to 60 minutes in the winter to minimise the impact of the early sunset later in the tour.)
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Inveraray Castle & Gardens (Pass By)

Passengers have the option to explore Inveraray Castle where the Duke of Argyll and his family live today (tickets can be purchased on the day). Breath in the clear Highland air on a stroll around the parkland, woodland and gardens, which are resplendent with rainbows of the azaleas and rhododendrons that flourish in Argyll in summertime. (Please note the castle is only open April - Oct, Thurs - Mon. it is closed every Tues & Wed.
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Inveraray Jail & Escape Room (Pass By)

Instead of visiting the castle passengers can also choose to visit one of Scotland’s top visitor attractions, the 19th century Inveraray Jail, a living museum where you can experience what it was like to be incarcerated behind its bars (tickets can be purchased on the day).
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Kilchurn Castle

We stop for photographs of imposing Kilchurn Castle, standing proud at the head of Loch Awe.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oban

Originally a small fishing village, Oban is now the ‘Gateway to the Isles’ and renowned as the ‘seafood capital’ of Scotland. Today the port is the main ferry departure point for the Isle of Mull and the Inner and Outer Hebrides. Seafood lovers travel from miles around to savour its fresh, daily catches in the town’s restaurants and you can savour this too, or opt for classic Scots dishes or more international flavours.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castle Stalker

Castle Stalker is one of Scotland’s most photographed strongholds.It perches on its own tidal islet in Loch Laich. Your driver-guide will point you to the viewpoint to capture photos.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glencoe

Glencoe’s dark mountains will tumble in on you as you’re delivered into a glen of awesome natural beauty. It’s easy to reimagine one of Scotland’s most shameful times, the 1692 Glencoe massacre, when Campbell-led Government soldiers slaughtered the clan MacDonald by night. We will stop here to take in the views and have time to capture some photographs.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ardlui

Our last stop of the evening will be within the heart of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, where you can enjoy an early evening refreshment before our return to Glasgow.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We cannot accommodate children under the age of 5
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full-Day Oban Castles and Glencoe Guided Tour from Glasgow?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full-Day Oban Castles and Glencoe Guided Tour from Glasgow?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Services of your Driver-Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meals and Refreshments.
  • Entrance to Inveraray Castle, can be paid on the day: Adult £18.00, Concession £15.00, Child £12.0.
  • Inveraray Jail Ticket can be paid on the day: Adult £15.95, Senior/Student £13.95, Child £9.95.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Full-Day Oban Castles and Glencoe Guided Tour from Glasgow is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full-Day Oban Castles and Glencoe Guided Tour from Glasgow will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Services of your Driver-Guide
  • Meals and Refreshments
  • Entrance to Inveraray Castle, can be paid on the day: Adult £18.00, Concession £15.00, Child £12.0
  • Inveraray Jail Ticket can be paid on the day: Adult £15.95, Senior/Student £13.95, Child £9.95

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We cannot accommodate children under the age of 5
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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