Inveraray and the West Highlands from Greenock Port
Overview
Experience the dramatic landscapes of Scotland’s West Highlands in a small, semi-private group—ensuring a more personal and relaxed day ashore. Unlike larger cruise excursions, this carefully curated tour lets you explore at a comfortable pace with fewer people and more flexibility.
Begin with a peaceful visit to the lochside village of Luss, where flower-filled cottages and scenic views offer a picture-perfect introduction to Highland charm. Soak in sweeping vistas from the famous Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint before continuing to the historic town of Inveraray. Here you’ll have time to explore the town, enjoy lunch at your leisure, and—if open—visit the grand Inveraray Castle, home to the Duke of Argyll.
End the day with a scenic ferry ride across the River Clyde, included in your tour, before returning to port. With expert local insight and a welcoming, small-group atmosphere, this is a truly memorable alternative to the typical cruise line excursion.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Your guide will greet passengers at the main entrance to the cruise terminal or pavilion. They will be standing holding a sign.
What To Expect
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Luss
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rest and be Thankful
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Inveraray Castle & Gardens
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Inveraray
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Western Ferries (Clyde) Ltd
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining time will be used to travel between stops
- Inveraray Castle Admission prices - Adults £18GBP, Senior £15GBP and Child (12yrs to 15yrs) £12GBP
- Not Suitable for children under 12 yrs
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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 (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Private transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guide.
- Lunch.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Inveraray and the West Highlands from Greenock Port is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Inveraray and the West Highlands from Greenock Port will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon 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!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining time will be used to travel between stops
- Inveraray Castle Admission prices - Adults £18GBP, Senior £15GBP and Child (12yrs to 15yrs) £12GBP
- Not Suitable for children under 12 yrs
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
