Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Standing on the Highland Boundary Fault-line

Duration10h

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LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and follow in the footsteps of great Scottish heroes on this historic and scenic trip into the Scottish heartlands. Enjoy a day with at least 5 fabulous stops including Stirling Castle, whisky tour and tasting at the Glengoyne Distillery and a scenic drive through the Highlands to the legendary Loch Lomond.

What's included

Local guide
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach
Very small group tour - average group size of around 12 passengers
Live commentary on board

All entrance fees
Food and drinks
Gratuities

What to expect

Linlithgow Palace
Pass by

Catch a glimpse as we pass by the ruins of the Royal Palace of Linlithgow.
Stirling Castle
1h 15m · Admission ticket not included

Visit the beautifully restored historic Stirling Castle.
National Wallace Monument
Pass by

From Stirling Castle, enjoy fantastic views over to the National Wallace Monument.
Pass by

Our journey to Aberfoyle takes us along the banks of Lochs Venachar and Achray, through the beautiful Trossachs - the 'Highlands in Miniature' - and over the Duke's Pass scenic drive, a stunning Highland landscape of lochs and mountains.
Aberfoyle
1h

This is Rob Roy country, popularised by Sir Walter Scott's books and poems. Legends and superstition of faeries or 'wee people' abound in these hills...
Loch Lomond
45m

Here, by the famous ‘bonnie banks’, your guide will accompany you on a short nature walk, culminating in a superb Highland viewpoint and photo opportunity over Scotland’s largest lake and the Arrochar Alps mountain range.

Scotland’s geological definition between Highlands and Lowlands can be seen in all its glory from here! Loch Lomond and the Trossachs were designated Scotland’s first National Park in 2002 and it remains an extremely popular area with locals and visitors alike.
Glengoyne Distillery
1h 30m · Admission ticket not included

We finish the day at Glengoyne Distillery, situated in a wooded valley in the southern Highlands. The distillery, which takes its name from ‘Glen Guin’ or Glen of the Wild Geese, has been producing a high quality single malt for nearly 200 years.

You will, of course, have the opportunity to tour this beautifully located distillery and sample the delicious 12 year old product for yourself!
Doune Castle
Pass by

Doune Castle is famous for its appearance in Monty Python's Holy Grail, Game of Thrones and Outlander.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant).
Please arrive no later than 08.30.

End point

This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ (opposite Howie's Restaurant).
Please arrive no later than 08.30.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Small group tour - average group size of 12 passengers
Minimum age is 5 years old
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions (unless it is unsafe to do so), please dress appropriately
Please inform us 7 days in advance if you are bringing a service animal

Cancellation policy

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

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