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 loc...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Gratuities
Itinerary
1
South Queensferry
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.
10 minutes
2
The Glenturret Distillery
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
1 hour
3
The Scottish Crannog Centre
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.
10 minutes
4
Kenmore
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.
1 hour
5
Balquhidder
Nestled into Balquhidder Glen, Balquhidder is the peaceful resting place of Rob Roy MacGregor, an outlaw sheep rustler who became local hero.
15 minutes
6
Doune Castle
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.
45 minutes
7
The Kelpies & The Helix
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.
The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan
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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 loc...
