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Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

4.9 Excellent 147 reviews
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9h 30m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Likely to sell out Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommended by 98% of travellers: 144 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

Stirling Castle, whisky and the Kelpies form the theme of this outing, with short guided hikes breaking up the driving. Minibus transport and guiding are included; activity entry fees, including Stirling Castle admission, are extra. 4.88 from 147 reviews at €118 per person for 9h 30m.

From the guide

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.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 08:30
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:30. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

An experienced, knowledgeable fun guide
Driving and Walking Tour, we get out and experience the beautiful sights
Travel around the stunning Scottish Highlands
Transport in an air conditioned 8 seater minibus
Guided short hikes throughout the day
Small group active sight-seeing tour

What's Not Included

No food or drinks included
Entry fees to Activities
Gratuities
Hotel pick up or drop off
Stirling Castle Approx £21.50 Pay upon Arrival at Castle
Glengoyne Distillery approx £22 pay upon arrival to Distillery

Itinerary

Stirling Castle Stop 1
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.
1h 30m
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Stop 2
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.
20 min
Glengoyne Distillery Stop 3
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.
1h
The Kelpies & The Helix Stop 4
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.
20 min
Edinburgh Stop 5
Start your tour in the most beautiful of cities, Edinburgh
15 min
Balmaha Stop 6
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
1h
Drymen Stop 7
Travel through the beautiful village of Drymen in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Pass by
Croftamie Stop 8
Travel through the quaint wee town of Croftamie as you get ready to drink whisky at a Highland Whisky Distillery
Pass by
Killearn Stop 9
Travel towards your Highland Whisky Distillery
Pass by
Kippen Stop 10
Travel from Stirling Castle to the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Pass by

Departure & Return

Start point

Meet us outside the Jolly Botanist. Check in 15 minutes before tour start time. Our van will have the Experience Scotland's Wild logo on it. If you're running late please call us.

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End point

Meet us outside the Jolly Botanist. Check in 15 minutes before tour start time. Our van will have the Experience Scotland's Wild logo on it. If you're running late please call us.

Additional Information

  • 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.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
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4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh€13024 days4.98 (172)shared

Ranked #12 of 26 in Whisky Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €14 to €1302, median €68; typical length 9h. 0 of 26 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 26 Whisky Tours

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