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Glasgow: The Ultimate Scottish Whisky Adventure Private Day Tour

5.0 (3 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Glasgow: The Ultimate Scottish Whisky Adventure Private Day Tour

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 the stress out of travel as you escape fixed itineraries and crowded buses. Sit back, relax and enjoy a private tour designed exclusively for you and your group, featuring:

  • Entry to both distilleries
  • An Expert Local Guide with decades of experience.
  • A Convenient Door-to-Door Service from your hotel or accommodation.
  • Travel in Style and Comfort aboard a luxurious Mercedes-Benz V-Class Minivan.
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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: Bottled Water
  • Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
  • 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 Fee to Deanston & Glengoyne Distilleries

Itinerary

  1. Stirling Castle

    Passing by

    Standing tall on Castle Hill, the medieval castle was where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned and spent much of her early childhood.

  2. Deanston Distillery & Visitor Centre

    2 hours Admission not included

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

  3. Trossachs

    one hour

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

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. Glengoyne Distillery

    2 h 30 min Admission not included

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

    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

  • The Sandyford Hotel
  • The Parkville Hotel
  • Smiths Hotel
  • citizenM Glasgow
  • Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel
  • The Wellington Glasgow by Adina
  • Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside by IHG
  • Glasgow Argyle Hotel, Bw Signature Collection
  • AC Hotel Glasgow
  • The Pipers' Tryst Hotel
  • Sandyford Lodge
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow

and 164 more pickup points

We offer convenient pickup from any Glasgow 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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
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

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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