Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

Visit the Kelpies - the worlds largest horse statues

Drink Scotch Whisky at a Highland Distillery

See Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

Duration9h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will be accompanied by our knowledgeable guides who have a wealth of stories, myths, and legends to entertain you with, and of course, we welcome questions!
We operate our tours in an 16-person capacity to allow you the freedom to spend more time 'sight-doing' as opposed to sight-seeing.

What a wonderful tour you’re choosing. The Stirling Castle, Kelpies, Loch Lomond, and Whisky Distillery tour is designed to give you a fantastic overview of Scotland, all packed into one beautiful day.

What's included

An experienced, knowledgeable fun guide
Driving and Walking Tour, we get out and experience the beautiful sights
Travel around the stunning Scottish Highlands
Transport in an air conditioned 8 seater minibus
Guided short hikes throughout the day
Small group active sight-seeing tour

No food or drinks included
Entry fees to Activities
Gratuities
Hotel pick up or drop off
Stirling Castle Approx £21.50 Pay upon Arrival at Castle
Glengoyne Distillery approx £22 pay upon arrival to Distillery

What to expect

Stirling Castle
1h 30m · Admission ticket not included

Your expert Tour Guide will take you over to Stirling Castle, one of the most historic Castles in Scotland. Besieged by Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1746 during the Jacobite Uprising (Think Outlander) it has connections also to Mary Queen of Scots and swapped hands between the Scots and the English during the Wars of Independence (Think Braveheart) You’ll get the chance to visit the castle and learn all about what makes this castle so significant.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
20m

You’ll be exploring in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and hearing all about the Highland boundary fault line and how the land crashing together in this exact location millions of years ago has created the beautiful landscape renowned the world over. Your guide will share stories of history, legend, wildlife, and much more and explain why this area of Scotland is such a special location.
Glengoyne Distillery
1h · Admission ticket not included

Your guide will quench that thirst of our “water of life” and get you over to Glengoyne Distillery where you’ll have the freedom to enjoy a guided Whisky Distillery Tour and see how Scotch Whisky is produced and even sample a wee dram or two to warm you after the hike.
The Kelpies & The Helix
20m

These mythical creatures are prevalent in Scottish waters and depending on what you believe can cause a lot of havoc to unsuspecting locals.
The origins of the kelpie are believed to be rooted in human sacrifices to the water gods however this concept eventually died out and the story of the kelpie was then used to keep children from playing too near to lochs and dangerous rivers.
Edinburgh
15m

Start your tour in the most beautiful of cities, Edinburgh
Balmaha
1h

Visit the gorgeous wee town in the Highlands of Scotland and go for a scenic hike with in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Drymen
Pass by

Travel through the beautiful village of Drymen in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Croftamie
Pass by

Travel through the quaint wee town of Croftamie as you get ready to drink whisky at a Highland Whisky Distillery
Killearn
Pass by

Travel towards your Highland Whisky Distillery
Kippen
Pass by

Travel from Stirling Castle to the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us outside the Jolly Botanist.
Check in 15 minutes before tour start time.
Our van will have the Experience Scotland's Wild logo on it.
If you're running late please call us.

End point

Meet us outside the Jolly Botanist.
Check in 15 minutes before tour start time.
Our van will have the Experience Scotland's Wild logo on it.
If you're running late please call us.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our Tours are for ages 12 and up.
Minimum numbers apply. We have a Guaranteed Departure Policy which ensures the Tour will go ahead, as soon as 2 travellers book on to our tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
Our tours operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We recommend a pair of walking shoes/boots, dressing in layers, and waterproof clothing.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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