Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

4.9
(129 reviews)

9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    The Kelpies & The Helix

    These mythical creatures are prevalent in Scottish waters and depending on what you believe can cause a lot of havoc to unsuspecting locals. The origins of the kelpie are believed to be rooted in human sacrifices to the water gods however this concept eventually died out and the story of the kelpie was then used to keep children from playing too near to lochs and dangerous rivers.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Edinburgh

    Start your tour in the most beautiful of cities, Edinburgh

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Balmaha

    Visit the gorgeous wee town in the Highlands of Scotland and go for a scenic hike with in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Drymen (Pass by)

    Travel through the beautiful village of Drymen in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

    Admission ticket free
  • Croftamie (Pass by)

    Travel through the quaint wee town of Croftamie as you get ready to drink whisky at a Highland Whisky Distillery

    Admission ticket free
  • Killearn (Pass by)

    Travel towards your Highland Whisky Distillery

    Admission ticket free
  • Kippen (Pass by)

    Travel from Stirling Castle to the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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.
Supplied by Experience Scotland's Wild

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Excellent Quality
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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