Central Scotland Driving Tour - Stirlingshire (Private)

5.0 (25 reviews) 7 hours Private tour

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The Duke and a quick photo stop before Lunch at Killin — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Colin at the Cromlix — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover whats beyond the city walls on your very own full day private tour of central Scotland in our Land Rover Discovery. See the castles, the lochs, the hills and even some of the filming locations that makes Scotland the stunning country it is today. All our tours can be personalised to your needs and be as action packed or relaxed as you want.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Monarch Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch: Bottled water is available in the car free of charge (all other food and drink is not included within the tour)
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Entry to the sites are not included (Castles, Distilleries etc)

Itinerary

Edinburgh Old Town

Passing by

We collect you from your accommodation and head out of the city on the start of our Central Scotland driving tour
Stirling Castle

one hour Admission not included

Option - We often stop off at the stunning and important Stirling. On the road to the castle we regale some of the legends and histories that make Scotland and the places it is today. Once at the castle, bask in the stunning 360 degree views that make this vantage point so heavily fought over for generations. You have the option to go into the castle and explore it with a dedicated castle guide (tours leave in the castle at regular times and are provided directly by the castle).
Doune Castle

45 min Admission not included

Option - See a very different castle, and a pilgrimage for film and movie fans, a filming location for most recently the Outlaw King, Outlander, Monty Python and even a pilot location for Game of Thrones. It is still steeped in history and a great contrast next to Stirling Castle.
Callander Visitor Information Cantre

one hour

Option - Stop of at the old gateway to the Highlands and explore the streets, this is also a great place to pick up a snack or lunch. Mhor Bread is one of the best bakeries in Scotland in my opinion
Balquhidder Church Ruins

1 h 30 min

Option - See the old church remains of Balquhidder and the resting place of one of Scotlands greatest folk legends, the criminal Rob Roy MacGregor. This is also a superb place for a hike up to the Creag an Tuirc, the ancient rally point of the Clan MacLaren with views overlooking Loch Voil.
Aberfoyle VisitScotland iCentre

Passing by

Option - Built by the Duke of Montrose in the 19th century, the Duke's Pass is one of the most stunning drives in Scotland offering breathtaking views, often referred to as the Highlands in miniature.
Deanston Distillery & Visitor Centre

1 h 15 min Admission not included

Option - Finish up the day with a tour around Deanston Distillery with a couple of tasters at the end.
Culross Palace

45 min

Option - Culross is a hidden gem and one of the best preserved 16th century villages in Scotland, a filming location for Outlander, with an industrial heritage that made it one of the most prosperous burghs in Scotland. we get out of the Land Rover and explore these stunning cobbled streets by foot, arguably the best way to do it. (entry to the palace is additional)
Edinburgh Castle

Passing by

We aim to return for between 5-6pm.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

AC Hotel Glasgow
Westfield
Dalkeith Aparthotel
Lit Suites
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Old Waverly
Marine & Lawn North Berwick
The Nether Abbey
No12 Hotel
Premier Inn Waverley
The Folly Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West

and 406 more pickup points

You will be collected from you choice of start point or accommodation

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Some locations are not suitable for passengers with mobility limitations, but since all tours are customisable these can be replaced