Private Tour of Glasgow Distilleries and a Loch Lomond Cruise

Duration7h - 9h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

A private driving tour from Glasgow/Greenock Ocean Terminal to the Glengoyne distillery, followed by a cruise on Loch Lomond, a tour of the Clydeside distillery, and concluding with an optional visit to the Riverside Museum offers a uniquely immersive and diverse experience.

The tour encompasses a wide range of landscapes, from the urban setting of Glasgow (if you're being picked up in Glasgow) to the picturesque countryside around Killearn, the serene waters of Loch Lomond, and the historic riverside location of the Clydeside Distillery. Participants get to witness the richness and variety of Scotland's natural beauty.

This private driving tour provides a holistic and diverse exploration of Glasgow and its surroundings, offering a perfect blend of whisky culture, natural beauty, historical insights, and cultural exploration. The option to include the Riverside Museum adds an extra layer of depth, making the entire experience an unforgettable addition to your Scottish visit.

Options

Greenock ocean terminal (SC)

Pickup included

Glasgow City Centre (SC)

Large people carrier
Suitable for 1-8 travellers
Starting point:
Glasgow, UK
Pickup included

What's included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle

Gratuities
Restroom on board
WiFi on board
Glengoyne tour admission (£30/person)
Loch Lomond cruise admission (£16/person)
Clydeside tour admission (£17.50/person)
Glengoyne Distillery
Sweeney's Cruise Co Loch Lomond
The Clydeside Distillery

What to expect

1h 30m · Admission ticket not included

10:30 am - The Glengoyne Distillery 'Collection Tour and Tasting'. Delve deeper into the whisky-making process at the home of Scotland’s slowest stills and enjoy a tutored tasting of 3 whiskies from the Glengoyne Collection. Discover what happens when you pair world-class Single Malt Whisky with the ‘Best truffle in the World’ from Iain Burnett, The Highland Chocolatier.

Please see 'additional information' below for more information and booking.
1h · Admission ticket not included

1:00 pm - Sweeney's Cruise Co Loch Lomond 'Experience Cruise'. This one-hour circular tour of Loch Lomond's South basin enjoys views of the magnificent Ben Lomond and passes several of Loch Lomond's stately homes and castles along the shoreline. Venture out towards Inchmurrin Island- the largest of Loch Lomond's 33 islands and home to the ancient remains of Lennox Castle, which in the 14th century sheltered a fugitive Robert the Bruce before he was to become King of Scotland.

Please see 'additional information' below for more information and booking.
The Clydeside Distillery
1h · Admission ticket not included

3:00 pm - The Clydeside Distillery 'Clydeside Tour'. Explore the dockside story and how we handcraft our spirit. Experience the development of our spirit, starting with our Clydeside new make, followed by two whiskies that have each matured in first-fill Bourbon casks and first-fill Sherry butts.

Please see 'additional information' below for more information and booking.
The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel
30m

*** Optional ***
4:15 pm - Riverside Museum is the first purpose-built museum created by Glasgow Life in the 21st century. Located at the junction of the Rivers Kelvin and Clyde, it houses the city’s fabulous transport and technology collections, which have been gathered over the centuries and reflect the important part Glasgow has played in the world through its contributions to heavy industries like shipbuilding, train manufacturing, and engineering.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point will be located at the exit of the cruise ship, the driver will always contact customers in the lead up to the tour. When leaving the cruise ship the driver will be waiting on arrival.

Meeting point

If you’ll be staying in a hotel, the driver will meet you at the hotel lobby (you will be provided with the driver's phone number to contact directly). If you're staying in self-catering accommodation (apartment etc) your driver will text you or phone you when they arrive at the property’s address.

End point

The meeting point will be located at the exit of the cruise ship, the driver will always contact customers in the lead up to the tour. When leaving the cruise ship the driver will be waiting on arrival.

End point

If you’ll be staying in a hotel, the driver will meet you at the hotel lobby (you will be provided with the driver's phone number to contact directly). If you're staying in self-catering accommodation (apartment etc) your driver will text you or phone you when they arrive at the property’s address.

Pickup details

We offer private tours for up to eight passengers. This means we will be picking up only you and your party. We offer complimentary bottles of still water for all passengers and our vehicles come with charging points for your devices.

*** IMPORTANT ***
Please be aware that you must have your distillery tours and loch cruise booked and confirmed before making your booking with us to avoid any disappointment on the day.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All passengers must be 18 years or older
Tour duration includes travel time
If your group is larger than eight passengers, please contact us
Before booking with us, please make sure you have made your reservations with the distilleries and cruise company at the links below
Glengoyne Distillery (The Collection Tour and Tasting, 10:30am): https://www.glengoyne.com/visit
Sweeney's Cruise Co (The Experience Cruise, 1pm): https://www.sweeneyscruiseco.com/cruises/experience-cruise/
Clydeside Distillery (The Clydeside Tour, 3pm): https://www.theclydeside.com/book-a-tour/the-clydeside-tour/

Cancellation policy

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

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