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Half Day Private Tour from Glasgow to Stirling & Scenic District
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Stirling
Embark on a rewarding half-day private tour from Glasgow to Stirling and the scenic district. Explore historic landmarks, charming towns, and breathtaking landscapes in just 6 hours.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Stirling Castle - This tour for you and your personal group is fully flexible, you can suggest adjustments and changes to the tour itinerary, even on the day. If time and geography allow, your driver will strive to meet your requests. From Glasgow we travel for 37 minutes through the countryside north east of Glasgow to Stirling, a town dominated by the magnificent Stirling Castle and some very famous battles in Scotland’s history. Entrance fee to Castle £18 per adult, £11 per child. - National Wallace Monument - Just a 10 minute drive from Stirling Castle is the astonishing Wallace monument, 220 feet high, a tribute to William Wallace. With towering views over Stirling and the surrounding landscape. Entrance fee to the monument is £10.75 per adult, £6.75 per child. - Stirling Bridge - Just a 5 minute drive from The Wallace Monument and sitting below the castle, the present Stirling Bridge was built in the 1400s replacing a succession of timber bridges. In 1297 William Wallace defeated Edward 1’s forces at The Battle of Stirling Bridge. Today the bridge is one of the best medieval masonry arch bridges in Scotland. - Bannockburn - Just 10 minutes from Stirling Bridge we arrive at Bannockburn. In June 1314 The Battle of Bannockburn was fought between the army of Robert The Bruce, King of Scots and the army of King Edward the Second of England, during the first war of Scottish Independence. It was a decisive victory for the Scots and a major turning point in the war. - Glengoyne Distillery - The 43 minute scenic drive from Stirling to Glengoyne takes us through farmland and hills with views across to the imposing Highland geological fault line. A tour of the distillery with a tasting session costs £18 per adult. The itinerary can be easily adjusted, you may want just a visit to the distillery shop and to soak in the ambience of a Scotch whisky distillery. - Queen’s View & The Whangie Car Park - A short 10 minute journey from Glengoyne brings us to the Queen’s view. As soon as we drive into the car park a panorama unfolds, a short walk of about 400 yards takes us above the car park and the panorama now becomes spectacular. Loch Lomond framed by a line of peaks as far as the eye can see. (Weather permitting). 30 minutes stay. If time allows, you can chose to get closer to Loch Lomond. There are 2 locations to chose from, The village of Balmaha on the east shore of the Loch or a viewpoint on the south shore. From these locations it is a 30 minute drive back to Glasgow - Glasgow - A scenic return drive to your drop off location in Glasgow
What's Included
- Complimentary bottled water on board
- Professional driver/guide included
- Convenient hotel pickup service
What's Not Included
- Food and beverages
- Entrance fee to Stirling Castle. Adult £18. Child £11.
- Entrance fee to William Wallace Monument. Adult £10.75. Child £6.75
- Glengoyne Tour and Tasting. £18.00 per person (over 18 years of age)
Additional Information
An enriching half-day expedition through scenic vistas, quaint towns, and the historic city of Stirling. This 6-hour trip ensures you spend more time enjoying the fresh air of Scotland and less time indoors.
This concise journey north of Glasgow includes visits to Stirling Castle, The Wallace Monument, The Queens View and Glengoyne Distillery. The total rest time at these locations is approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes, with around 2 hours and 10 minutes of driving time.
Location
Stirling Castle
Castle Esplanade, Upper Castle Hill, Old Town
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Lori_h
May 10, 2024
Beautiful, educational, flexible - Mike was absolutely exceptional! We had the most wonderful day exploring Stirling Castle, William Wallace’s monument, and numerous other fascinating sites. His graciousness, deep knowledge, and flexibility truly made the experience unforgettable. Highly, highly recommend!
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Robert_b
Apr 30, 2024
Our driver and guide... - Our driver and guide Mike! He was beyond excellent, great knowledge and very personable. We would recommend him to all!
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