Edinburgh: The Ultimate Whisky Adventure - Private Day Tour

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About this activity

This one day private tour is perfect for those who love a dram or two of whisky.

Along the way, you’ll be captivated by the stunning landscapes of Scotland, before visiting the world renowned distilleries of Deanston and Glengoyne.

Enjoy a tour of each distillery before indulging in the generous samples of Scotland's national drink! Along the way, you’ll be driven past some of Scotland’s most remarkable landscapes, from Dukes Pass to Balmaha on Loch Lomond.

If you love whisky, this is a tour you don’t want to miss!

Let us take away the stresses of travel as you step away from fixed itineraries and crowded buses as you sit back and relax on a private tour which includes;

A Private Day Tour tailored to your preferences.
An Expert Local Guide with decades of experience.
A Convenient Door-to-Door Service from your hotel or accommodation.
Travel in a Luxurious, Mercedes-Benz V-Class seating up to 7 Passengers in comfort and style.

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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: Hopscotch Travel

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Tour & Tasting at Deanston & Glengoyne Distilleries

Itinerary

Stirling Castle

Passing by

On the way to the first stop, you’ll pass by the City of Stirling. You’ll catch sight of the magnificent Stirling Castle.
Deanston Distillery & Visitor Centre

2 hours Admission not included

Set in a truly breathtaking location, Deanston Distillery is the perfect start for your tour.

Not only is the whisky fantastic, but the distillery itself also has a fascinating story. The building was originally a cotton mill, before Deanston’s founder was inspired to turn it into a whisky distillery. Using the original lade, the distillery is now self-sufficient by creating its own electricity from the River Teith.

Try a dram or two on your tour, then sit back and relax while your driver takes you to the next stop.

During peak times, this distillery tour may be unavailable. We'll offer an alternative distillery tour and confirm with you before booking.
Stop 3

one hour

Possibly one of Scotland’s most beautiful drives, Dukes Pass will lead you through the winding hills of the Trossachs.

Be sure to stop for a few photos and capture every moment with your group.
Balmaha

2 h 30 min

One of the best places to marvel at the waters of Loch Lomond, Balmaha is a beautiful spot. Get your picture taken next to the Tom Weir Statue with his bobble hat. Tom Weir is one of the most famous Scottish climbers, TV presenters and authors.

There’s also a fantastic coffee shop if you fancy a wee coffee and cake!
Drymen

Passing by

On the way to Glengoyne, you’ll pass through the tiny village of Drymen. No more than a few houses, it was once a popular stopping place for cattle drovers.
Glengoyne Distillery

2 h 30 min Admission not included

Situated in a quiet glen, Glengoyne Distillery offers the peace and tranquillity you need to fully appreciate every moment, flavour and experience of your whisky tour and tasting.

After sampling the delightful selection of whisky, you can take a stroll up to the local waterfall and admire the beauty of the glen.

A perfect way to end the tour before heading back to Edinburgh.

During peak times, this distillery tour may be unavailable. We'll offer an alternative distillery tour and confirm with you before booking.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Le Monde Hotel
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
City Centre Royal View Apartments
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End
The Salisbury Hotel
ibis budget Edinburgh Park
Nira Caledonia
Hotel Du Vin & Bistro
The Lane Boutique Hotel
KM Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - City West By IHG
Grosvenor Gardens Hotel

and 222 more pickup points

We offer convenient pickup from any Edinburgh hotel or port. One of our friendly team members at Hopscotch Travel will contact you at least 24 hours before your scheduled tour to reconfirm all the details. In the meantime, feel free to reach out to us anytime if you have any questions.