Leave Glasgow.
Head west along the south bank of the River Clyde and to the Firth of Clyde
Tower Hill, above Gourock.
A magnificent panorama that takes in the upper Firth of Clyde and the surrounding mountain landscapes with their deep sea lochs. A great place to see whereabouts we are on the map and the route we are taking.
Ferry Boat crossing.
Cross the upper Firth of Clyde into the Highlands and the county of Argyll, the 20 minute crossing on the small open deck ferry provides more wonderful views including the Isle of Arran.
Benmore Botanic Garden.
You have the option to stop here for 60 minutes, this trip can be adjusted by as much as you want.
Benmore is a magnificent 120 acre mountainside garden, surrounded by beautiful scenery. The entrance to the garden is through an avenue of 150 year old giant redwoods. Climb through exotic plantings to a lofty viewpoint at 450 feet. There is a cafe and toilets in thr visitor centre.
Inverary.
Inverary, on Loch Fyne is a very picturesque village on the western shore of Loch Fyne, as well as strolling in the village, a visit to Inverary Castle and grounds is a must for visitors to this area of the Highlands. Depending on how much time you want to spend in Inverary and how energetic you are feeling, you can take an invigorating walk up to Inverary Castle Watch Tower and savour the panorama.
The Rest and be Thankful.
The famous pass called The Rest and Be Thankful sits 804 feet above sea level. It divides Glen Kinglas from Glen Croe. On top is a viewpoint with beautiful views in Glen Croe where you can clearly see the old valley road which was engineered by General Wade during the subjection of Scotland following the Jacobite rebellion.
Luss
The pretty conservation village of Luss is situated on the western shore of Loch Lomond. A settlement has stood on this site since medieval times although much of the current village dates from the 18th and 19th centuries, having been developed to house workers from nearby slate enquiries. with it's prim, identical sandstone and slate cottages garlanded in rambling roses. This is one of Scotland's most popular places to visit.
Return to Glasgow
LeaveGlasgow, head west along the south bank of the River Clyde and to the Firth of Clyde
Tower Hill, above Gourock.
A magnificent panorama that takes in the upper Firth of Clyde and the surrounding mountain landscapes with their deep sea lochs. A great place to see whereabouts we are on the map and the route we are taking.
Ferry Boat crossing.
Cross the upper Firth of Clyde into the Highlands and the county of Argyll, the 20 minute crossing on the small open deck ferry provides more wonderful views including the Isle of Arran.
Benmore Botanic Garden.
You have the option to stop here for 60 minutes, this trip can be adjusted by as much as you want.
Benmore is a magnificent 120 acre mountainside garden, surrounded by beautiful scenery. The entrance to the garden is through an avenue of 150 year old giant redwoods. Climb through exotic plantings to a lofty viewpoint at 450 feet. There is a cafe and toilets in thr visitor centre.
Inverary.
Inverary, on Loch Fyne is a very picturesque village on the western shore of Loch Fyne, as well as strolling in the village, a visit to Inverary Castle and grounds is a must for visitors to this area of the Highlands. Depending on how much time you want to spend in Inverary and how energetic you are feeling, you can take an invigorating walk up to Inverary Castle Watch Tower and savour the panorama.
The Rest and be Thankful.
The famous pass called The Rest and Be Thankful sits 804 feet above sea level. It divides Glen Kinglas from Glen Croe. On top is a viewpoint with beautiful views in Glen Croe where you can clearly see the old valley road which was engineered by General Wade during the subjection of Scotland following the Jacobite rebellion.
Luss
The pretty conversation village of Luss is situated on the western shore of Loch Lomond. A settlement has stood on this site since medieval times although much of the current village dates from the 18th and 19th centuries, having been developed to house workers from nearby slate enquiries. with it's prim, identical sandstone and slate cottages garlanded in rambling roses. This is one of Scotland's most popular places to visit.
Return to Glasgow
