Whisky Tour: Deanston & Glengoyne Distilleries

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Embark on a private whisky luxury day tour from Edinburgh and explore two distilleries, Deanston and Glengoyne, while enjoying Scotland’s scenic beauty. Travel in luxury and comfort with our spacious Mercedes MPVs.

Duration: 8 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Stirling Castle - On the way to the first stop, you’ll pass by the City of Stirling. You’ll catch sight of the magnificent Stirling Castle.
Deanston Distillery & Visitor Centre - Set in a truly breathtaking location, Deanston Distillery is the perfect start for your tour.
Not only is the whisky fantastic, but the distillery itself also has…

Stirling Castle - On the way to the first stop, you’ll pass by the City of Stirling. You’ll catch sight of the magnificent Stirling Castle.
Deanston Distillery & Visitor Centre - Set in a truly breathtaking location, Deanston Distillery is the perfect start for your tour.

Not only is the whisky fantastic, but the distillery itself also has a fascinating story. The building was originally a cotton mill, before Deanston’s founder was inspired to turn it into a whisky distillery. Using the original lade, the distillery is now self-sufficient by creating its own electricity from the River Teith.

Try a dram or two on your tour, then sit back and relax while your driver takes you to the next stop.

During peak times, this distillery tour may be unavailable. We’ll offer an alternative distillery tour and confirm with you before booking.

Duke’s Pass - Possibly one of Scotland’s most beautiful drives, Dukes Pass will lead you through the winding hills of the Trossachs.

Be sure to stop for a few photos and capture every moment with your group.

Balmaha - One of the best places to marvel at the waters of Loch Lomond, Balmaha is a beautiful spot. Get your picture taken next to the Tom Weir Statue with his bobble hat. Tom Weir is one of the most famous Scottish climbers, TV presenters and authors.

There’s also a fantastic coffee shop if you fancy a wee coffee and cake!

Drymen - On the way to Glengoyne, you’ll pass through the tiny village of Drymen. No more than a few houses, it was once a popular stopping place for cattle drovers.
Glengoyne Distillery - Situated in a quiet glen, Glengoyne Distillery offers the peace and tranquillity you need to fully appreciate every moment, flavour and experience of your whisky tour and tasting.

After sampling the delightful selection of whisky, you can take a stroll up to the local waterfall and admire the beauty of the glen.

A perfect way to end the tour before heading back to Edinburgh.

During peak times, this distillery tour may be unavailable. We’ll offer an alternative distillery tour and confirm with you before booking.

What's Included

Private transportation
On-board WiFi
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
Experienced Kilt-wearing guide

What's Not Included

Entry Fees to Deanston Distillery - From £15 per adult
Entry Fees to Glengoyne Distillery - From £18 per adult
Lunch

Additional Information

This exclusive one-day tour is ideal for whisky enthusiasts who enjoy a dram or two.
Experience the breathtaking scenery of Scotland as you journey to the famous distilleries of Deanston and Glengoyne.
Take a guided tour of each distillery and savor generous tastings of Scotland’s iconic beverage! As you travel, you’ll pass through some of Scotland’s…

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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Bhavikp566

Oct 24, 2024

Scottish whisky tour - Our experience was fantastic, and I cannot wait to return. We all enjoyed the scenery and lovely whiskey tour, thanks to hopscotch as you made this trip very memorable for the whole family. I can’t wait to plan another trip in the near future.

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Susan_s

Aug 22, 2024

Our tour guide Frasier... - Our tour guide Frasier was a wonderful young man. He was so informative and gave our family the best view of what Scotland has to offer. My family and I are so grateful to have such a wonderful experience and it was all because of this amazing man. Thank you Frazier we will always remember you my good friend….

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482conors

Aug 20, 2024

First Trip to Scotland - Fraser was our driver and tour guide. He arrived early for pick up and let us know he was there and to take our time which was appreciated. From the first introduction, we knew we were in for a tremendous day. Fraser was very warm and friendly, taking the time to get to know us and why we were visiting Edinburgh. We got to talking about golf, whisky, family. He told us that he got married at the first distillery on our tour, Glengoyne. His passion for his role in our experience was almost as enjoyable as the whisky itself. Before we knew it, we were crossing the street and highland barrier line and into the still room of Glengoyne. Since my mother has MS and has to walk with a cane, Fraser took the time to go and ask the staff about accommodations. They were more than generous, setting us up with a private tour that remained on the lower level. Getting to learn the special distillation process that Glencoyne has built their name upon, learning about the effects of the different casks, and finally getting to taste the exquisite whisky’s in a private tasting room, all before leading into the store to purchase a bottle to take home. After a 10/10 experience at Glencoyne, we were off to Loch Lamond and Balhama. Fraser made us lunch reservations at the Oak Tree Inn which was much needed after a few proper sips of whisky. The views of Loch Lamond are second to none and Fraser even gave us some background on how much Loch Lamond has been a part of his life to this day and the lives of countless other Scots. After lunch and a quick observation of some brave souls swimming in the loch (albeit 45 degree waters and sleeting rain), we were off to our second and final distillery. Before we got there, Fraser was kind enough to stop at a Tesco in Callander so we could pick up some essentials for the rest of the week. Set just before the highlands and around the corner from Dunendin Castle (Monty Python and the Holy Grail fame), we found ourselves at Deanston Distillery to experience the waxy and buttery whisky’s they have to offer. We learned about how the property was a fully operating cotton mill, opening in the 1700s, until the founder of Deanston purchased the mill and property in the early 1960s. After a quick six months, the fully functioning distillery opened. We again learned about the distillation process, and the differences from Glencoyne, before once again finishing with a lovely tasting of three different Deanston whisky’s. On our way back to our accommodations, we spotted a rainbow near Sterling. Not only was this the brightest one we’ve ever seen, but it stayed full for the remainder of our drive (more than 30 minutes), and at one point a double rainbow formed. Talk about a perfect ending. A nearly 6 hour day from pick up to drop off felt like 5 minutes, all due in large part to Fraser and his immense knowledge, passion, and love for Scotland. If we ever make it back to your lovely country, we will absolutely book an experience with Hopscotch Travel, and hopefully with Fraser.

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47ju

Jan 20, 2024

Luxury / Executive Tour - We wanted something a little more Bespoke and High-End for an event in Edinburgh. After a bit of searching Hopscotch seemed to fit our needs and we booked. Very glad we did! The team really looked after us and the transport was top-notch comfort. The local knowledge really helps. Would use them again.

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From $152

up to 7 guests

1 Adult