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Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

4.8399 reviewsStirling Castle

  • 10 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

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

What's not

  • All entrance fees
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Catch a glimpse as we pass by the ruins of the Royal Palace of Linlithgow.

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  2. Visit the beautifully restored historic Stirling Castle.

    1.3 h

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

    Passes by

  4. 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.

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  5. 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...

    1 h

  6. 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.

    45 min

  7. 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!

    1.5 h

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

    Passes by

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

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.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 16 travellers
Operated by
Heart of Scotland Tours Ltd
  • 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

How it compares in Edinburgh

  • Its from-price is 86% below the median of the 342 day trips we list in Edinburgh.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 35 of 342.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, rises on volcanic hills, with a castle on a crag, a medieval Old Town and an elegant Georgian New Town.

Edinburgh Castle crowns Castle Rock and keeps the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels. From there, the Royal Mile runs downhill through the Old Town, past St Giles' Cathedral and a warren of narrow closes, to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament. Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano, rises above the palace with sweeping views.

Top-ranked sights in Edinburgh: Royal Mile, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh Castle.

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