Things to Do in Stirling

You travel over the Forth Road Bridge past Perth to Dunkeld and the Hermitage, in Macbeth's Birnam Wood, for a forest walk amongst spectacular waterfalls and some of the tallest trees in the country. Then journey north for lunch at Pitlochry before travelling to see the Queen's View on Loch Tummel. Your afternoon continues with a visit to Dewar's Whisky Distillery , before travelling the length of majestic Loch Tay, beneath the dramatic Ben Lawers to Killin in romantic Glen Dochart with its impressive waterfalls. This area is abundant with ancient history. From here you journey through Rob Roy country past Stirling Castle on your way back to Edinburgh. Aberfeldy Distillery was founded by John Dewar & Sons on the south shore of the river Tay in 1896 and started production two years later. In 1999, an Aberfeldy 12-Year-Old Single Malt brand was introduced. In 2000, Dewar's World of Whisky opened on location as a way to educate consumers and press the world of Dewar's spirits. Aberfeldy Distillery distils single malt Scotch whisky and its products include Aberfeldy 12 years old and 21 years old. International rating organizations in general have had different reactions to Aberfeldy whiskies. Enjoy the tour and tasting experience of 2 drams of Whisky and a cocktail! Important When Dewar's Whisky Distillery is closed, we will visit Glenturret Distillery instead. Inclusions: Whisky tasting 1 cocktail Transport Guide Exclusions: Meal Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: Minimum Age: 5 years old Guests under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Open-toe shoes and high-heels are not permitted. Remember to bring the voucher and valid photo ID with you Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Turning south you visit the white-washed 18th Century town of Inveraray, home to the Duke of Argyll's castle, before continuing over the spectacular ''Rest and be Thankful'' pass to Loch Lomond, stopping at the conservation village of Luss, set on its ''bonny, bonny banks''. From here you return to Edinburgh, stopping briefly under Stirling castle. Capture the spirit of the Western Highlands and explore some of its most atmospheric Lochs and Castles. Kilchurn Castle is a ruined 15th century structure on a rocky peninsula of Loch Awe. Access to the Castle is sometimes restricted by higher-than-usual levels of water. It was the ancestral home of the Campbells of Glen Orchy. The castle was built on a small island barely larger than the castle itself. The castle was usually accessed by means of an underwater or low lying causeway. Today the fortress is connected to the mainland as the water level was altered in 19th century. At times, when the level rises, the castle becomes inaccessible. Inclusions: Doune Castle ticket Transport Discount booklet Guide Exclusions: Meal Hotel pick-up and drop-off Drinks Important Info: Children under the age of 5 are not allowed. Guests under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. ;We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

This full-day trip will take you away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, from the medieval city of Stirling, which ties the Highlands and Lowlands together including its striking castle, to the natural beauty of the Trossachs and Loch Lomond National Park. - Enjoy a scenic drive to the medieval city of Stirling with your private licensed guide. - Enjoy the best of the Scottish Highlands: castles, lochs, and whisky. - Visit the magnificent Stirling Castle, which overlooks the city of Stirling. - Learn about the key moments of Scotland's long and bloody history, as well as renowned characters including Mary Queen of Scots and William Wallace. - Stop for a traditional Scottish lunch at Aberfoyle or Balmaha (the cost of lunch is not included). - Visit the beautiful lochside village of Balmaha and hike up to Craigie Fort to enjoy stunning views. - Enjoy a tour and tastings in one of Scotland’s prettiest whisky distilleries. On your tour, you will have the chance to visit the magnificent Stirling Castle, which overlooks the ancient city of Stirling. The castle is one of the most iconic historic buildings in Scotland and has come to symbolize the spirit of this great nation. It sits atop an extinct volcano near the city of Edinburgh. Surrounded on three sides by precipitous cliffs, it's a formidable defensive position. There have been at least eight sieges of Stirling Castle - all bloody, and rarely successful - with the last in 1746 by Bonnie Prince Charlie. Learn about the key moments of Scotland’s long, violent and bloody history. You will also visit the Trossachs and Loch Lomond National Park, also known as ‘the Scottish Highlands in Miniature’, for it offers such a splendid view over myriad gorgeous lochs, untamed mountains and wonderful forests. About 100km northwest of Edinburgh, The Trossachs National Park is unrivalled for its scenery, walking and wildlife. The park is centred on Loch Lomond, the largest freshwater expanse in mainland Britain, and has a boundary of some 350km, encircling no less than 21 Munros. It is a place for superlatives. Important Information If your travelling party is larger than 3, please be in touch so we may work with you on a custom booking. Inclusions: Admission to Stirling Castle and the Distillery Guide Private transfers Pick-up available from the meeting point. Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Exclusions: Meal Drinks Important Info: Please bring a bottle of water. We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. ;Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

We will take a panoramic tour of Glasgow, including its cathedral. We will then visit Loch Lomond, where you may choose to board for a pleasant cruise. Alternatively, you can opt for a walk along the bank to Balloch Castle. You will also admire Loch Katrine, considered the most beautiful in Scotland. Finally, we will discover Doune Castle and the William Wallace monument. Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland, and one of the largest in the UK. It grew from a small rural settlement to one of world's largest harbours. A university was established in the 15th century and in the 18th century the city was a major centre of the Scottish Enlightenment. The city also grew as one of Great Britain's main hubs of transatlantic trade. During the Victorian era Glasgow came to be known as the ''Second City of the British Empire''. Today it is one of Europe's top financial centres. Loch Lomond is the largest inland stretch of water in Great Britain. Many islands are present and the largest is Inchmurrin. Doune Castle is a medieval stronghold originally built in the thirteenth century and rebuilt in its present form in the late 14th century by Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany. The stonework belongs almost entirely to the late 14th century. Languages The tours are in Spanish on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Inclusions: Transport Exclusions: Lunch Important Info: Admission to Doune Castle and the Loch Lomond Cruise are optional extras. You can't go inside Doune Castle between October and March so you will only see it from the outside. Between October and March, you will see the William Wallace monument instead. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

After meeting at the rendezvous Point, we will board an air-conditioned bus to embark on a time travel, as Claire Randall did at the start of the acclaimed British Outlander series. Ready to go to eighteenth-century Scotland? We will Go entering in the green natural places of this region and arrive at the first stop: Culross (Cranesmuir in the series). It Is A beautiful 17TH-century village and today is considered one of the most beautiful in Scotland. There we will approach the Clock Tower, in which it is said that more than one witch was captive. In fact, this is where a spooky scene related to witchcraft was shot. Then we will head towards the castle of Doune, located at the confluence of two rivers. When we get there, the lovers of the series recognize him for having been the residence of the MacKenzie clan in the eighteenth century. Yes, it is the famous "Castle Eswl" that Diana Gabaldon told in her literary saga. Important information – There may be restrictions Midhope Castle, which we visit during this tour, will be closed on 15th November and 22nd November and also from 22nd December until 15th March (reopening date subject to change without notice). We will visit Falkland instead. Inclusions: Transport Guide Exclusions: Meal Drinks Tickets Important Info: We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on our tours. We are also unable to accommodate pushchairs or strollers on our Tours. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

You travel to Stirling Castle where you can visit the imposing stronghold, the favorite residence of the Stuart Kings, and where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned. You then continue into the beautiful forested hills of the Trossachs National Park and stop for lunch in Aberfoyle. After lunch, you take the high road to Loch Lomond and you travel through the protected lands of Scotland's first National Park. The route you take is along the eastern shores, a beautiful sheltered stretch of the loch, and the perfect place to enjoy a walk along the bonny banks. You can enjoy the view of Loch Lomond and walk in the footsteps of Scotland's famous highland folk hero, Rob Roy MacGregor. From here you return to Edinburgh in the late afternoon. Experience the Highlands' natural forests, lochs, and mountains and feel Scotland's past in the heartland of its greatest heroes. Stirling Castle is one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland. The castle sits on top of Castle Hill surrounded on three sides by steep cliffs that provide a strong defense. This strategic location made it an important fortress from the very beginning. Many Kings and Queens from Scotland have been crowned at Stirling. The castle withstood at least eight sieges during its history. Inclusions: Stirling Castle ticket Guide Transport Exclusions: Meal Hotel pick-up and drop-off Drinks Important Info: Minimum Age: 5 years old Guests under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Remember to bring the voucher and valid photo ID with you Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.