Standing Stones and Stone Circles of Kilmartin Glen

Departure Point Our tours depart from between stance 23 - 32. Please check in 15 minutes before departure. The station information board will display the exact stance for the tour. If you do not arrive on time for check in you will unfortunately miss your tour. Return Details Our tours depart from between stance 23 - 32. Please check in 15 minutes before departure. The station information board will display the exact stance for the tour. If you do not arrive on time for check in you will unfortunately miss your tour. Duration 10 hours and 15 minutes Points of Interest Stop At: Loch Lomond Stirling We make our morning refreshment stop by the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond where you can soak in the beautiful scenery. Duration: 30 minutes Stop At: Rest and be Thankful A83 Arrochar We will make a brief stop here at the viewpoint to take pictures. Duration: 15 minutes Stop At: Dunadd Fort 2m south of Kilmartin off the A816 Lochgilphead You’ll have time to explore the ancient hill fort at Dunadd. Occupied since the Iron Age it was once the capital of Dalriada one of the early kingdoms of Gaelic Scotland. Duration: 35 minutes Stop At: Kilmartin Glen Kilmartin Around 800 ancient monuments exist within a six mile radius of Kilmartin village. You’ll have around 3 hours to explore this incredibly special place. We recommend starting at the Kilmartin Museum. Here you’ll find a vast array of ancient artefacts including quartz tools used to make prehistoric rock art.Nearby is Kilmartin Parish Church where you’ll find a remarkable collection of early grave slabs. Some of these slabs are of early Christian design and others are medieval. Nether Largie standing stones and Temple Wood are within walking distance from the museum.Temple Wood’s 13 standing stones is the picturesque setting for the best-preserved stone circle in Kilmartin Glen. The Temple Wood Stone Circle’s use began some time before 3000 BC and continued into the Bronze Age ending around 1000 BC. A timber ring pre-dated the stone circle you see today by around 2 000 years.Please note this stop may be shortened by 20 minutes in the winter months to accommodate the early sunset. Duration: 3 hours Stop At: Kilmartin Museum Kilmartin Passengers can opt to pay entry to Kilmartin Museum and learn more about the fascinating history of the area. Duration: 1 hour Stop At: Achnabreck Cup and Ring Marks Lochgilphead This massive rock outcrop is one of the finest examples of prehistoric rock art in Scotland. The carvings are extensive with spirals and massive multiple ring marks some stretching a meter across. There will be time to explore and capture some photos of the historical site.Please note this stop may be shortened by 10 minutes in the winter months to accommodate the early sunset. Duration: 45 minutes Stop At: Inveraray Inveraray We’ll have a break in the traditional county town of Inveraray for evening refreshments. Duration: 30 minutes Additional Information Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness We are unable to accommodate children under 5. Inclusions Services of your Driver-Guide Transportation by mini coach Exclusions Meals and Refreshments Entrance to Kilmartin Museum (£16.00 per adult £14.00 per senior/student £6.60 per child) Voucher Info Mobile or paper ticket accepted The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Discover Scotland Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon. This offer is not eligible for promo codes.