Location: Inveraray
Top Things to do in Inveraray
Things to do in Inveraray, Scotland: The Best Sightseeing Tours
Inveraray; (/ˌɪnvəˈrɛəri/ or /ˌɪnvəˈrɛərə/; Scottish Gaelic: Inbhir Aora; pronounced [ˈinvɪɾʲ ˈɯːɾə] "mouth of the Aray") is a town in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It is on the western shore of Loch Fyne, near its head, and on the A83 road. It is a former royal burgh, the traditional county town of Argyll, and ancestral home to the Duke of Argyll.
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1. The Celtic Experience - Private 1 day tour (1 to 8 People)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Travel through Scotland’s Celtic landscapes and follow in the footsteps of kings on this beautiful one-day tour. The Kilmartin Glen is famous for its stone circles, prehistoric rock carvings and ancient hill forts that was home to the earliest kings of Dal Riata. Highlights include - The Village of Luss. The views at the Rest and be Thankful. Rest stop at Inveraray. A visit to the Kilmartin Museum. Visit the Kilmartin standing stones. Walk in the footstep of Kings at Dunaad Hill Fort. Wonder in awe at the stunning Achnabreac rock carvings.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/guide, Dram of whisky, Private tour, Snacks, Hotel pickup and drop off
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By terryw717
We had a holiday booked with another tour company that was to take us to the Isle of Skye from Glasgow. Through research we wanted to to see a bit more of Scotland whist we were there after that tour finished (we are from down south) and more than just Skye. We found Alba Experiences through Trip Adviser and were impressed with the previous reviews and also the tour and it’s description. This was “The Braveheart Experience - Private 1 day tour (1 to 8 People) Sunday 13th September 2020” Then with just two weeks to our original tour, the other company cancelled the holiday leaving us with just that one day tour with Alba Experiences. We had already our own flights booked plus the hotels for before and after it. As we were so impressed with Alba Experiences and how they communicated with us, we asked about them combining two tours that would have been for the same dates as the original and giving us one day for free time before the Braveheart Tour. This was the “Discover Inveraray And The Scottish Countryside” a tour from Glasgow to Oban and then the “Experience the Isle of Skye” a four day tour of Skye. Very bespoke for our needs. Luck was on our side and a bespoke tour was booked. Alba Experiences also recommended Hotels that we should book and additionally that if we wanted to eat out at night that we should also book them in advance as they were known to be booking fast. This proved invaluable. Day one (7th Sept) of the tour we met James McInlay, our tour guide and driver, and were so impressed with the cleanliness of his tour bus and the fact that he was ready well before our set meeting time, in fact every day James would be waiting for us with the tour bus clean again for the next days adventures. The following might sound like a list, but we packed so much in and I’m not sure if I am limited with this review. It was not a list, but a perfect guided tour of the areas we went to with history lessons and areas pointed out that we would surely missed if trying to do this ourselves. James delivered through professionalism and passion for his country and its history and beauty something more than we could have ever imagined. Our disappointment with the original tour by the other company being cancelled soon faded away and proved to be our win. Back to day one, we traveled from Bishopton towards Oban, taking in the beautiful town of Luss and it’s Parish Church where the only outdoor Viking Hogback stone is, Inveraray Castle and Jail, an area of ancient (4500 years old) rock art, the Nether Largie Standing Stones from 3200 years ago and the Kilmartin Grave Slabs. All this in one day. Day two (8th Sept) started with a visit to McCraigs Tower, then on to Castle Stalker, Glenfinan Monument and Viaduct (Harry Potter recent fame), Eilean Castle and Carbost Bridge. Day three (9th Sep) we went to the Kilted Rock, the area known as the Quiraing (possibly my favourite), Flora MacDonalds grave, Fairy Pools at Glen Brittle and back to our Hotel in Portree. Day four (10th Sept), Neist Point, Dunvegan Castle (you simply must go there), Fairy Pools (take hiking boots as it can sometimes get a bit wet but worth it). Day five (11th Sept), Carbost Bridge again with even better views, Urquart Castle on the banks of Loch Ness, Invermoriston Bridge, Fort Augustus, Three Sisters Mountain range and back to Bishopton for the end of our bespoke tour. We were to have a Seaplane adventure the next day with another company, alas the weather had other ideas and it got understandably cancelled. Then on the 13th Sept we started the original tour we booked with Alba Experineces, to visit the National Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle, ending with a stop at the Bannockburn Visitor Centre on the site of the decisive Bannockburn Battle. Alas, the visitor centre was closed and James had already made alternative arrangements and we visited Doune Castle (Monty Python fame), Rob Roy’s grave and the Falls of Falloch. These were so impressive from the rains over the previous days. James quickly got to know our likes and made slight adaptations to the tour, we were able to linger longer where we wanted, he found our passion for local food and took us to wonderful eateries. With out any doubt, we will return to see more, for there is more, and there is only one company that we would choose, Alba Experiences. I can not rate them high enough. I am limited to just 10 pictures, through James’s guidance with his professional photography skills I took many.
2. West of Scotland Cultural Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a cultural and historic tour of the West of Scotland. Our vehicles offer the very highest degree of luxury and comfort and our drivers are knowledgable, courteous and above all, passionate about our wonderful country. Why not indulge in a glass of some of our finest Whisky, whilst not having to worry about driving. Hear about the history of our Scottish Clans (could you even be related to any of them). As your tour is exclusively for you, why not stay longer at the places you really want to see, and spend your time as you wish to, not having to stick to the strict timelines of tours that cater for larger numbers. We are passionate about Scotland, and we want to pass that on to you, so that you will have a burning desire to re-visit and see more and more of our unique country and outstanding scenery.
Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Attractions that require an entrance fee must be met by the clients who wish to enter the attraction
Reviewed By willm491
We used Luxury SEAT for a very early morning airport transport. They are prompt friendly and highly professional. It was also great to see that they operate with a complete COVID free environment with their service and we were safely isolated from Paul our driver. Lots of space for passengers and luggage. We will be using them again
3. Cruise excursion departing from Greenock Cruise terminal.
Private tours with educated and informative drivers who will entertain all our guests. Private use of our luxury mini coach.
Inclusions: Complimentary tea/ coffee and home baking on all 1 day tours
Exclusions: Entrance fees to attractions
4. 1 day Oban and West Scotland
This is an amazing opportunity to take in the seafood capital of Scotland; Oban, visit the whisky distillery of the same name on the West coast of Scotland and season permitting discover the amazing local seafood; mussels, scallops, oysters, the Green hut has it all! -The Green hut is closed for season now and opens end of March 2020. - A suitable alternative will be found until they open again! -Departure at 8am, return around 7pm. This is a private tour so can be customised, distance and time permitting.
Inclusions: water, snacks and a wee dram of whisky, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Meals and any excursions
Reviewed By chaofanz2019
The road trip in highland with Grant took our breath away. I was visiting with my brother and found Grant as our tour guide. He took us to some very remote hike that was all natural and it was blended with Scottish culture that I felt it was the most heart lifting trip that I had in a long while. He knows where to have fun for local festivals and highland hikes. Thank you Grant.
5. The Private Islay Platinum Whisky Tour - Flexible pickups - Scotland
***** Bespoke pickup and drop off ***** Take a whiskywheels.scot tour through Scotland’s rich whisky history by tasting and learning about the ‘water of life’ on a four-day tour from the pickup location of your choice. Explore the beauty of our country first-hand as we travel past Loch Lomond up to Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland. Then down the west coast to Islay. • We visit all of Islay’s whisky distilleries. • Full standard whisky tours at Oban, Lagavulin, Kilchoman and Bowmore. • Tutored tastings at Ardbeg and Clydeside distilleries. • Stops to gift shops and whisky tastes at Laphroaig, Bruichladdich and Ardnahoe. (Also, Caol Isla. Currently under construction) • Lunch at the Drovers Inn, Ardbeg restaurant and Port Charlotte hotel. • Return ferry to Islay is included. • Free time each evening. We can recommend places to eat. On our route back to your drop off, we stop at the world-renowned Loch Fyne whisky shop and to Clydeside, the Glasgow city distillery.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast
Exclusions:
Reviewed By 21pagon
This tour has 3 different and unique distilleries. Macallan was a must see for us and when you add Glenfiddich and Glenlivet it was a win. Each one was different enough to make the day interesting, fun and educational. I would not miss Glenlivet or Macallan. Ewan was a fantastic host, kept us on time, knowledgeable on the distilleries, shared his Scotland with us and pointed out “sight-seeing” opportunities as we drove through the Highlands. Prepare for a long day, but worth the investment if learning and experiencing the Scotch making process and history is important to you. The Highlands scenery was a bonus-beautiful country!
6. The Inveraray Shore Experience - Private day tour (1 to 8 People)
Journey through the Scottish countryside and discover our rugged glens, brilliant mountain scenery and historic Scottish castles. We will visit the famous Inveraray castle which is the seat of the Campbell clan, and then take a short walk over to the 19th century jail where you will experience what real life was like for real men, women and children who were tried and locked up.
Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, A dram of whisky, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Visitor attractions.
Reviewed By terryw717
We had a holiday booked with another tour company that was to take us to the Isle of Skye from Glasgow. Through research we wanted to to see a bit more of Scotland whist we were there after that tour finished (we are from down south) and more than just Skye. We found Alba Experiences through Trip Adviser and were impressed with the previous reviews and also the tour and it’s description. This was “The Braveheart Experience - Private 1 day tour (1 to 8 People) Sunday 13th September 2020” Then with just two weeks to our original tour, the other company cancelled the holiday leaving us with just that one day tour with Alba Experiences. We had already our own flights booked plus the hotels for before and after it. As we were so impressed with Alba Experiences and how they communicated with us, we asked about them combining two tours that would have been for the same dates as the original and giving us one day for free time before the Braveheart Tour. This was the “Discover Inveraray And The Scottish Countryside” a tour from Glasgow to Oban and then the “Experience the Isle of Skye” a four day tour of Skye. Very bespoke for our needs. Luck was on our side and a bespoke tour was booked. Alba Experiences also recommended Hotels that we should book and additionally that if we wanted to eat out at night that we should also book them in advance as they were known to be booking fast. This proved invaluable. Day one (7th Sept) of the tour we met James McInlay, our tour guide and driver, and were so impressed with the cleanliness of his tour bus and the fact that he was ready well before our set meeting time, in fact every day James would be waiting for us with the tour bus clean again for the next days adventures. The following might sound like a list, but we packed so much in and I’m not sure if I am limited with this review. It was not a list, but a perfect guided tour of the areas we went to with history lessons and areas pointed out that we would surely missed if trying to do this ourselves. James delivered through professionalism and passion for his country and its history and beauty something more than we could have ever imagined. Our disappointment with the original tour by the other company being cancelled soon faded away and proved to be our win. Back to day one, we traveled from Bishopton towards Oban, taking in the beautiful town of Luss and it’s Parish Church where the only outdoor Viking Hogback stone is, Inveraray Castle and Jail, an area of ancient (4500 years old) rock art, the Nether Largie Standing Stones from 3200 years ago and the Kilmartin Grave Slabs. All this in one day. Day two (8th Sept) started with a visit to McCraigs Tower, then on to Castle Stalker, Glenfinan Monument and Viaduct (Harry Potter recent fame), Eilean Castle and Carbost Bridge. Day three (9th Sep) we went to the Kilted Rock, the area known as the Quiraing (possibly my favourite), Flora MacDonalds grave, Fairy Pools at Glen Brittle and back to our Hotel in Portree. Day four (10th Sept), Neist Point, Dunvegan Castle (you simply must go there), Fairy Pools (take hiking boots as it can sometimes get a bit wet but worth it). Day five (11th Sept), Carbost Bridge again with even better views, Urquart Castle on the banks of Loch Ness, Invermoriston Bridge, Fort Augustus, Three Sisters Mountain range and back to Bishopton for the end of our bespoke tour. We were to have a Seaplane adventure the next day with another company, alas the weather had other ideas and it got understandably cancelled. Then on the 13th Sept we started the original tour we booked with Alba Experineces, to visit the National Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle, ending with a stop at the Bannockburn Visitor Centre on the site of the decisive Bannockburn Battle. Alas, the visitor centre was closed and James had already made alternative arrangements and we visited Doune Castle (Monty Python fame), Rob Roy’s grave and the Falls of Falloch. These were so impressive from the rains over the previous days. James quickly got to know our likes and made slight adaptations to the tour, we were able to linger longer where we wanted, he found our passion for local food and took us to wonderful eateries. With out any doubt, we will return to see more, for there is more, and there is only one company that we would choose, Alba Experiences. I can not rate them high enough. I am limited to just 10 pictures, through James’s guidance with his professional photography skills I took many.
7. The Ultimate Malt Whisky Tour
As a full service tour operator, we organise everything, including accommodation, dining, excursions, driving, providing the most exceptional luxury tours Scotland & Ireland have to offer. Allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of our countries and have the most memorable and luxurious vacation. Submit your enquiry today and we will send further details to begin planning your trip of a lifetime.
Inclusions: Accommodation, Dinner, Chauffeur, Excursions, V.A.T
Exclusions: Flights
8. Isle of arran 3 day tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh
Arran is often said to be scotland in miniature.That"s thanks to the highland boundary fault that runs right through its heart,dividing highland landscape on one side from lush,green lowland countryside on the other. On Arran there's plenty to do you'll find peaks to climb,beaches to stroll along and stone circles and castles to explore . While a little bit of everything,This is an island that is easy to fall in love with.
Inclusions: Guide
Exclusions:
9. 4-Day Islay Whisky Tour from Glasgow
Once you have been picked up in Glasgow we will head to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal. On the way we will pass Loch Long and Loch Fyne, we will also stop at the Rest and be Thankful to take photographs and have a wee Dram of Whisky. We will stop for lunch at Inveraray prior to reaching Kennacraig Ferry Terminal. During our 4 day tour we will visit and undertake tours of 8 Whisky Distilleries.
Inclusions: Shortbread, Water & a wee Dram of Whisky
Exclusions: Breakfast, Lunch & Evening Meal, Accommodation, Entry/Tours of all Whisky Distillery Tours, Entry/Admission to any attractions
Reviewed By 206sadiqa
Due to covid restrictions all tourist attractions needed to be booked in advance. A mix up with the trip advisor booking meant Sergio/Serca tours weren't able to get us that information in time but Sergio was able to adapt the tour for us at the last minute and we visited Stirling Castle instead of Inveraray. At Stirling Castle we were able to buy a ticket (through our smartphone) on arrival which was lucky for us so we still got to see a Scottish castle. We then went on to see Doune Castle and various sight seeing points around Loch Lomond including a stop at an old Inn for Lunch and Luss Pier for an afternoon stroll. Very enjoyable day out with our very friendly and knowledgeable guide Sergio.
10. Private Tour - Loch Lomond- Inveraray Castle and Loch Awe.
On your Private Day Tour you visit the stunning "Bonnie Banks" of Loch Lomond. It is then onward to the fairytale Inveraray Castle, home of the Clan Campell for centuries. After lunch in the town of Inverary or a visit to the Inveraray Jail it is time to take in more of the breath-taking Scottish mountain scenery of loch Awe as you visit the one of the most photographed castle in Scotland - Kilchurn Castle. As you eventually head south, you stop at The Drovers Inn, a traditional cattle drovers lodging house for refreshments. It is now time to sit back enjoy the scenery as we head back to your accommodation in Glasgow. This is your Private Day Tour and can be customised to your specific requirements.
Inclusions: Private transportation, private guide services, Bottled water, light snacks, a dram of whisky
Exclusions: All meals, Entrance fees to attractions.
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