Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh
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 8-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.
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Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh
What's included in Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Stirling Castle
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
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
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.
Inclusions
- An experienced, knowledgeable fun guide
- Driving and Walking Tour, we get out and experience the beautiful sights
- Transport in an air conditioned 8 seater minibus
- Travel around the stunning Scottish Highlands
- Small group active sight-seeing tour
- Guided short hikes throughout the day
- 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
- 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.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- 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.
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• Check-in, 15 minutes before Tour Start Time • Meet at the front of the Jolly Botanist, 256-260 Morrison St, Edinburgh EH3 8DT, UK • Guide will need to leave at the tour start time • Please look out for a Van with the Experience Scotland's Wild Logo on the front • If you think you may be late, please call us as soon as possible on +441389 513467
