Day Trip to Glen Coe, Oban, and Lochs from Glasgow

10 hours 30 minutes • Cancellable until 22 days beforeMeet on locationInstant confirmationMin age 5+Guided • Operated by Highland Explorer Tours

Why we love it?

The Glen Coe, Oban, and Lochs tour offers a comprehensive day trip from Glasgow, lasting 10 hours and 30 minutes. This experience is ideal for those interested in Scotland's stunning landscapes, rich history, and local culture. Participants will be guided by a passionate local expert who provides live commentary in English, while foreign language audio guides are available in multiple languages, enhancing accessibility for diverse travelers. The tour stands out for its scenic route through iconic locations such as Glen Coe and Oban, complemented by engaging storytelling that brings the region's heritage to life.
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Inclusions

  • Passionate Local Guide
  • Live Commentary and Storytelling in English
  • Foreign Language Audio Guide Avaialble in Chinese, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German
  • Audio guide links will be provided after booking. Please download over WiFi and bring your own headphones.
  • Full refund if cancelled more than 24 hours in advance

Itinerary

Glen Coe and Oban Tour from Glasgow

Your Glen Coe and Oban day tour begins as we travel north from Glasgow along the banks of Loch Lomond. Enjoy a short stop in the picturesque conservation village of Luss, with its flower-filled cottages, scenic pier, and stunning lochside views – perfect for that first photo of the day.

Cross into the Highlands to reach the elegant whitewashed town of Inveraray, built in the 18th century on the shores of Loch Fyne. Take time to grab a morning treat from a local bakery or browse the town’s charming shops and waterfront.

Pause to capture one of Scotland’s most iconic views – the romantic ruins of Kilchurn Castle standing proudly on the edge of Loch Awe, framed by rugged Highland peaks.

We continue our day tour in Oban, enjoy your free time exploring this lively seaside town at your own pace. Try the local seafood and sample the day’s catch at one of Oban’s famous harbourside shacks or restaurants. For stunning panoramic views over the town, take a short walk up to McCaig’s Tower.

Continue north to the dramatic landscapes of Glen Coe, one of Scotland’s most famous glens. Learn about the area’s volcanic past, wildlife, and the moving history of the 1692 Glencoe Massacre.

On the way back to Glasgow, your Glen Coe and Oban day tour stops briefly in the village of Tyndrum, a small Highland crossroads surrounded by dramatic scenery. Grab a coffee or snack before heading back to Glasgow.

Please Note

  • Check-in closes 15 minutes before the departure time. 
  • The coach cannot wait for anyone who is late to the meeting location.
  • The coach returns to Edinburgh at 6:30pm.
  • It is very important to return to the coach on time at the end of each stop during the tour. 
  • Please do not book ongoing travel until after three hours passed the scheduled return time. This is in case there is traffic or weather delaying the return. 
  • If you are using a an audio guide in French, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, or German please bring your own headphones.
  • You must purchase insurance before travel. Travel insurance is required for all passengers covering all applicable dates of travel with Highland Explorer. This insurance must cover; trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. The choice of insurer is yours. We recommend you purchase your insurance at or soon after booking your trip. Highland Explorer Tours will not be held liable for any costs incurred by the passenger resulting from their failure to obtain adequate travel insurance.
  • The Operator reserves the right to vary, modify or cancel any itinerary, either part or wholly. If this is necessary, they will substitute alternative arrangements of comparable value, or at the Operator’s discretion provide a full or partial refund.
  • Adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond the Operator’s control are  reasons why the Operator reserves the right to amend or alter the product, or fully or partially withdraw the programme. If the Operator cannot offer suitable substitute services, you will be entitled to a refund (less reasonable expenses incurred by the Operator in respect of your booking). The amount of the refund will be calculated pro-rata based on used portion of the tour.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 22 days before start

Non-refundable after 22 days before start

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