Private Tour of Glasgow Distilleries and a Loch Lomond Cruise
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
Glasgow City Centre (SC)
Large people carrier
Suitable for 1-8 travellers
Starting point:
Glasgow, UK
Pickup included
What's included in Private Tour of Glasgow Distilleries and a Loch Lomond Cruise
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
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
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.
Inclusions
- 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
- 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/
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
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.
Meeting / End Points
- 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.
