Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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 (please pre-book independently for the 10.30 admission time at Stirling Castle's website), whisky tour and tasting at the Glengoyne Distillery and a scenic drive through the Highlands to the legendary Loch Lomond.
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
Departure Point
Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1, UK
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.
Return Details
Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1, UK
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.
Linlithgow Palace, Linlithgow, United Kingdom Catch a glimpse as we pass by the ruins of the Royal Palace of Linlithgow.
Stirling Castle, Stirling, United Kingdom Visit the beautifully restored historic Stirling Castle. 75 minutes
National Wallace Monument, Stirling, United Kingdom From Stirling Castle, enjoy fantastic views over to the National Wallace Monument.
Duke's Pass, United Kingdom 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, Aberfoyle, United Kingdom 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... 60 minutes
Loch Lomond, Stirling, United Kingdom 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 minutes
Glengoyne Distillery, Glasgow, United Kingdom 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! 90 minutes
Doune Castle, Doune, United Kingdom Doune Castle is famous for its appearance in Monty Python's Holy Grail, Game of Thrones and Outlander.
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
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
casey_m
21 Nov 2022
Keith was absolutely wonderful and really added to the experience. Extremely knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Would recommend to anyone.
aaronsC9042MK
08 Nov 2022
Great trip out to the countryside with our guide Keith! The castle offered some great views of the countryside and the lochs are incredibly serene as well. Distillery tour was a good cap on the day as well.
Sightsee50016917701
30 Oct 2022
A perfect day trip to get a true flavor of the area. Our guide Euan A. was excellent. L
The weather can be/is tricky. Though part of the charm -is- the weather…
Dress accordingly.
This tour in
Scotland
is organized by
Heart of Scotland Tours Ltd
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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