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Tour of Glasgow Distilleries and a Loch Lomond Cruise

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Discover Glasgow's distilleries, cruise Loch Lomond, and explore the Riverside Museum on a private tour blending whisky, nature, and history.

Duration: 9 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Glengoyne Distillery - 10:30 am - The Glengoyne Distillery ‘Collection Tour and Tasting’. Delve deeper into the whisky-making process at the home of Scotland’s slowest stills and enjoy a tutored tasting of 3 whiskies from the Glengoyne Collection. Discover what happens when you pair world-class Single Malt Whisky with the ‘Best truffle in the World’ from Iain Burnett, The Highland Chocolatier.

Please see ‘additional information’ below for more information and booking.

Sweeney’s Cruise Co Loch Lomond - 1:00 pm - Sweeney’s Cruise Co Loch Lomond ‘Experience Cruise’. This one-hour circular tour of Loch Lomond’s South basin enjoys views of the magnificent Ben Lomond and passes several of Loch Lomond’s stately homes and castles along the shoreline. Venture out towards Inchmurrin Island- the largest of Loch Lomond’s 33 islands and home to the ancient remains of Lennox Castle, which in the 14th century sheltered a fugitive Robert the Bruce before he was to become King of Scotland.

Please see ‘additional information’ below for more information and booking.

The Clydeside Distillery - 3:00 pm - The Clydeside Distillery ‘Clydeside Tour’. Explore the dockside story and how we handcraft our spirit. Experience the development of our spirit, starting with our Clydeside new make, followed by two whiskies that have each matured in first-fill Bourbon casks and first-fill Sherry butts.

Please see ‘additional information’ below for more information and booking.

The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel - Optional
4:15 pm - Riverside Museum is the first purpose-built museum created by Glasgow Life in the 21st century. Located at the junction of the Rivers Kelvin and Clyde, it houses the city’s fabulous transport and technology collections, which have been gathered over the centuries and reflect the important part Glasgow has played in the world through its contributions to heavy industries like shipbuilding, train manufacturing, and engineering.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning

What's Not Included

Gratuities
On-board restrooms
On-board WiFi
Glengoyne tour admission (£30/person)
Loch Lomond cruise admission (£16/person)
Clydeside tour admission (£17.50/person)

Additional Information

A private driving tour from Glasgow/Greenock Ocean Terminal to the Glengoyne distillery, followed by a cruise on Loch Lomond, a tour of the Clydeside distillery, and concluding with an optional visit to the Riverside Museum offers a uniquely immersive and diverse experience.

The tour encompasses a wide range of landscapes, from the urban setting of Glasgow (if you’re being picked up in Glasgow) to the picturesque countryside around Killearn, the serene waters of Loch Lomond, and the historic riverside location of the Clydeside Distillery. Participants get to witness the richness and variety of Scotland’s natural beauty.

This private driving tour provides a holistic and diverse exploration of Glasgow and its surroundings, offering a perfect blend of whisky culture, natural beauty, historical insights, and cultural exploration. The option to include the Riverside Museum adds an extra layer of depth, making the entire experience an unforgettable addition to your Scottish visit.

All passengers must be 18 years or older
Tour duration includes travel time
If your group is larger than eight passengers, please contact us
Before booking with us, please make sure you have made your reservations with the distilleries and cruise company at the links below
Glengoyne Distillery (The Collection Tour and Tasting, 10:30am): https://www.glengoyne.com/visit
Sweeney’s Cruise Co (The Experience Cruise, 1pm): https://www.sweeneyscruiseco.com/cruises/experience-cruise/
Clydeside Distillery (The Clydeside Tour, 3pm): https://www.theclydeside.com/book-a-tour/the-clydeside-tour/

Location

Greenock Ocean Terminal

Patrick Street

Cancellation Policy

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

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May 23, 2024

Great day out - Brilliant day had with these guys, great communication start to finish, daybtopped off with a ‘wee dram’ courtesy of the company! We received a goody bag with reminders of our Scottish trip which was such a personal touch. Highly recommend anyone travelling to Scotland to book with these guys . Top class service