Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will be accompanied by our knowledgeable guides who have a wealth of stories, myths, and legends to entertain you with, and of course, we welcome questions! We operate our tours in an 16-person capacity to allow you the freedom to spend more time 'sight-doing' as opposed to sight-seeing. What a wonderful tour you’re choosing. The Stirling Castle, Kelpies, Loch Lomond, and Whisky Distillery tour is designed to give you a fantastic overview of Scotland, all packed into one beautiful day.

1. 1

   Stirling Castle

   1.5 hours

   Your expert Tour Guide will take you over to Stirling Castle, one of the most historic Castles in Scotland. Besieged by Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1746 during the Jacobite Uprising (Think Outlander) it has connections also to Mary Queen of Scots and swapped hands between the Scots and the English during the Wars of Independence (Think Braveheart) You’ll get the chance to visit the castle and learn all about what makes this castle so significant.

2. 2

   Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

   20 min

   You’ll be exploring in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and hearing all about the Highland boundary fault line and how the land crashing together in this exact location millions of years ago has created the beautiful landscape renowned the world over. Your guide will share stories of history, legend, wildlife, and much more and explain why this area of Scotland is such a special location.

3. 3

   Glengoyne Distillery

   1 hour

   Your guide will quench that thirst of our “water of life” and get you over to Glengoyne Distillery where you’ll have the freedom to enjoy a guided Whisky Distillery Tour and see how Scotch Whisky is produced and even sample a wee dram or two to warm you after the hike.

4. 4

   The Kelpies & The Helix

   20 min

   These mythical creatures are prevalent in Scottish waters and depending on what you believe can cause a lot of havoc to unsuspecting locals. The origins of the kelpie are believed to be rooted in human sacrifices to the water gods however this concept eventually died out and the story of the kelpie was then used to keep children from playing too near to lochs and dangerous rivers.

5. 5

   Edinburgh

   15 min

   Start your tour in the most beautiful of cities, Edinburgh

6. 6

   Balmaha

   1 hour

   Visit the gorgeous wee town in the Highlands of Scotland and go for a scenic hike with in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

7. 7

   Drymen

   Pass by

   Travel through the beautiful village of Drymen in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

8. 8

   Croftamie

   Pass by

   Travel through the quaint wee town of Croftamie as you get ready to drink whisky at a Highland Whisky Distillery

9. 9

   Killearn

   Pass by

   Travel towards your Highland Whisky Distillery

10. 10

    Kippen

    Pass by

    Travel from Stirling Castle to the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Our Tours are for ages 12 and up.
• Minimum numbers apply. We have a Guaranteed Departure Policy which ensures the Tour will go ahead, as soon as 2 travellers book on to our tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
• Our tours operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We recommend a pair of walking shoes/boots, dressing in layers, and waterproof clothing.

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