Highland Cows, Glasgow Cathedral, Murals, Kelpies Half Day Tour

4.5 (11 reviews) Edinburgh, Scotland
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Duration5h
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LanguagesHindi, Punjabi, Portuguese, English, French, Urdu, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

See some of our beloved (and rare) 'Hairy Coos'. This now rare, and difficult to find, breed has become an iconic symbol of Scotland. Visit the 12th century Glasgow Cathedral and learn about its incredible history. Explore the 19th century Glasgow Necropolis, enjoying the beautiful views over the city. Visit the museum of religious art and the oldest surviving house in Glasgow, built in the 15th century. We will then take you on a tour of the Glasgow Murals - huge life-like paintings hidden around the city centre of Glasgow. Leaving the city, we will then take you to the Kelpies - the largest horse statues in the world. Finally, we will stop over at Midhope Castle, a.k.a. 'Lallybroch' in the famous TV series Outlander.

Options

Large People Carrier

Up to 8 passengers
Pickup included

Luxury/Executive Vehicle

Luxury/Executive vehicle
Pickup included

Standard People Carrier

Up to 7 passengers
Pickup included

Sedan/SUV

Sedan/SUV
Pickup included

Minivan

Up to 6 passengers
Pickup included

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Scottish themed snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Lunch
  • Entry to Midhope Castle (optional) £7 p/p

What to expect

  1. Swanston Farm
    15m
    Our first stop is Swanston Farm - a working farm that has some Highland Cows. There's also a cafe where you can grab a coffee and/or a bite to eat to take on the go.
  2. Midhope Castle
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    Midhope Castle is a 16th-century tower house. You might reognise it as 'Lallybroch', Jamie Fraser's home in the OUtlander TV series. The Castle is closed over the winter, until Spring 2025. During this time, we can still take you to the gate, to see it from a distance.
  3. The Kelpies & The Helix
    15m
    We then take you to the incredible Kelpies. These horse-like sculpures are the biggest horse statues in the world.
  4. Glasgow Cathedral
    30m
    We will then head on to Glasgow, and our first stop will be at the Glasgow Cathedral. Built in the 1100s, Glasgow Cathedral survived the Protestant Reformation almost intact, and is now the most complete medieval cathedral on the Scottish mainland.
  5. Provand's Lordship
    20m
    Here, you also have the option of visiting Provand's Lordship. Built in 1471, this is the oldest house in Glasgow.
  6. St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
    20m
    Next to Provand's Lordship, if you wish, you can visit the St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art.
  7. City Centre Mural Trail
    15m
    We will then drive you through the famous Glasgow Mural Trail, to see some of the incredible murals hidden around Glasgow City Centre.
  8. Pollok Estate and Country Park
    15m
    Pollok park is famous for its historic fold (herd) of pedigree Highland Cattle.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up from your hotel, Edinburgh Airport, other holiday accommodation or location of your choice in Edinburgh.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total driving time of the tour is 2 hours 30 minutes.
  • Midhope Castle is closed December to March, reopening in April. During these months, we can still take you to the gate to see Midhope Castle from a distance.
  • Uk sedan sized cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults in a 4 passenger sized vehicle

Cancellation policy

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

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