The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan

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About this activity

This day trip from Edinburgh offers stunning views over the highlands and lochs of Scotland.

This tour offers some stunning scenery and plenty of photo opportunities as we 'get away from civilisation'. Travelling through glendevon, the sma' Glen, Glen Quaich and The Trossachs all of which have their own unique landscapes.

Our first stop of the day is at Doune Castle, a 15th century keep. The castle is full of history and has been used in many TV and film productions including Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Outlander and Game of Thrones.

We'll stop for lunch at the picturesque highland village of Kenmore at the eastern end of Loch Tay. Whitewash cottages make way to a sandy beach and loch view.

Our last stop of the day is a visit Glenturret whisky distillery where you'll learn how they make the 'water of life' before sampling a few drams.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Experienced Tours

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

South Queensferry

10 min

We stop here to take in the view of 'The Three Bridges', a stunning collection of road and railway bridges with a long and interesting history.
The Glenturret Distillery

one hour Admission not included

After driving through a stunning highland landscape we arrive at the Glenturret Distillery for the tour. Learn about how they make 'The Water of Life' and sample a few drams before the journey back to Edinburgh
The Scottish Crannog Centre

10 min

We stop briefly to see the amazing Crannog, a recreation of a megalithic dwelling that was once commonplace in Scotland. The small roundhouse stands on piles driven into the loch bed.
Kenmore

one hour

After driving along Loch Tay, we stop at the picturesque village of Kenmore at the eastern end of the loch. This quaint village offers scenic views and a beach.

We have lunch here.
Balquhidder

15 min

Nestled into Balquhidder Glen, Balquhidder is the peaceful resting place of Rob Roy MacGregor, an outlaw sheep rustler who became local hero.
Doune Castle

45 min Admission not included

We will visit medieval Doune Castle, arguably Scotland's most famous caslte. Doune has been used in Monty Python, Game of Thrones and Outlander. It also has an interesting past and notable architecture.
The Kelpies & The Helix

Passing by

A modern art installation designed by Scottish artist Andy Scott, the Kelpies are two mythological horses heads that rise 30 meters over The Helix Park.