About this tour
An 8-hour guided tour through Scotland's Trossachs, combining a voyage aboard the historic 124-year-old Steamship Sir Walter Scott with stops at a working eco-farm, a foraging walk with an herbalist, and encounters with Highland cattle and towering equine sculptures. You'll learn about wild plants, watch sheepdogs at work, taste daily-made goat's milk ice cream, and feed the famous resident coos. Private guide, air-conditioned transport and Scottish snacks included.
Highlights
- Cruise the Trossachs aboard a Victorian-era steamship
- Forage with a herbalist, identify edible wild plants
- Working eco-farm: sheepdog demonstration and animal encounters
- Feed Highland cattle and sample artisanal goat ice cream
- Visit the world's tallest horse statues
- Birthplace of Scottish tourism, dramatic landscape views
What to expect
Your day begins with a scenic drive through the Trossachs (around 2 hours each way). You'll spend roughly 3 hours 40 minutes across multiple stops: a foraging walk where an herbalist explains the history and practical uses of native plants; a sheepdog display on an active farm; time with Highland cattle to hand-feed and interact; and visits to the unusual equine monuments. The steamship cruise (optional, ticketed separately) offers a different perspective on the region's landscape. Expect a mixture of walking, standing and observing—manageable for most fitness levels. Scottish refreshments and bottled water are provided throughout.
Good to know
The steamship cruise is not included in the tour price (£20 per person, discounts available). Lunch is not provided—plan accordingly. Total travelling time is 4 hours 20 minutes. UK cars are compact; groups of four adults may feel snug. Fully wheelchair accessible. Service animals welcome.
Frequently asked
- How long does Steamship Cruise, Sheepdog Demo, Foraging Walk, Trossachs Trail take?
- Steamship Cruise, Sheepdog Demo, Foraging Walk, Trossachs Trail runs for approximately 8 hours.
- How much does Steamship Cruise, Sheepdog Demo, Foraging Walk, Trossachs Trail cost?
- Prices start from GBP $690 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Steamship Cruise, Sheepdog Demo, Foraging Walk, Trossachs Trail run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Steamship Cruise, Sheepdog Demo, Foraging Walk, Trossachs Trail?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.