Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh
Overview
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.
What's Included
- 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
- Small group active sight-seeing tour
- Guided short hikes throughout the day
- An experienced, knowledgeable fun guide
- 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
Meeting Location
256-260 Morrison Street
Edinburgh EH3 8DT, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Stirling Castle
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Glengoyne Distillery
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
The Kelpies & The Helix
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Balmaha
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Drymen (pass by)
Croftamie (pass by)
Kippen (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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.
- Small group active sight-seeing tour.
- Guided short hikes throughout the day.
- An experienced, knowledgeable fun guide.
- 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.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 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
- Small group active sight-seeing tour
- Guided short hikes throughout the day
- An experienced, knowledgeable fun guide
- 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
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
