Scottish Glens, Highlands & Whisky

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Name: Whisky & Waterfalls

Short Description: We depart Edinburgh in the morning and make our way to the majestic Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures, dedicated to horse-powered heritage across Scotland. We venture further into the Highlands, where you have the option to embark on an immersive tour of one of Scotland’s renowned whisky distilleries and sample the 'water of life’. Alternatively, head out to explore the charming market town of Crieff with its delightful local shops and cosy cafés. After passing through the stunning Sma’ Glen, a valley of ancient myths in the Scottish Lowlands, we explore The Hermitage forest in the heart of Perthshire to take a leisurely woodland walk amid captivating rivers and waterfalls. Our return journey visits the charming village of Dunkeld, in Macbeth country, where a stunning cathedral sits beautifully by the banks of the River Tay. Our Highland whisky tour comes to and end as we pass the iconic Forth Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, arriving back into Edinburgh in the early evening.

Description: We depart Edinburgh in the morning and make our way to the majestic Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures, dedicated to horse-powered heritage across Scotland. We venture further into the Highlands, where you have the option to embark on an immersive tour of one of Scotland’s renowned whisky distilleries and sample the 'water of life’. Alternatively, head out to explore the charming market town of Crieff with its delightful local shops and cosy cafés. After passing through the stunning Sma’ Glen, a valley of ancient myths in the Scottish Lowlands, we explore The Hermitage forest in the heart of Perthshire to take a leisurely woodland walk amid captivating rivers and waterfalls. Our return journey visits the charming village of Dunkeld, in Macbeth country, where a stunning cathedral sits beautifully by the banks of the River Tay. Our Highland whisky tour comes to and end as we pass the iconic Forth Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, arriving back into Edinburgh in the early evening.

Highlights

• Whisky Distillery(Whisky)
• The Hermitage Forest(Hermitage)
• Dunkeld Cathedral (Dunkeld)
• Crieff(Crieff)
• Sma' Glen(SmaGlen)
• Kelpies (Kelpies)

Inclusions

Item 1: Small Group Tour

Item 2: Passionate Local Guide

Item 3: Live Commentary & Storytelling in English

Item 4: Hermitage Forest Walk

Item 5: Foreign Language Audio Guide Available

Item 6: Audio guide links will be provided after booking. Please download over WiFi and bring your own headphones

Item 7: Full Refund if Cancelled More Than 24 hours in Advance

Highlight 1

Name: Sma' Glen

NameShort: Sma' Glen

Sma' Glen is steeped in history, once used by ancient Scottish clans and even Roman soldiers as a key route through the Lowlands. Its sweeping hills and winding rivers make it an atmospheric highlight as we pass through Scotland’s stunning countryside.

Sma' Glen is steeped in history, once used by ancient Scottish clans and even Roman soldiers as a key route through the Lowlands. Its sweeping hills and winding rivers make it an atmospheric highlight as we pass through Scotland’s stunning countryside.

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Name: Whisky Distillery

NameShort: Whisky Distillery

Our national drink is enjoyed around the world, but there’s nowhere better to try whisky than in Scotland itself. Learn about whisky production, and sample the ‘water of life’ straight from the source at a whisky distillery.

Our national drink is enjoyed around the world, but there’s nowhere better to try whisky than in Scotland itself. Learn about whisky production, and sample the ‘water of life’ straight from the source at a whisky distillery.

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Name: The Hermitage Forest

NameShort: The Hermitage Forest

The Hermitage is a magical woodland, created by the 3rd Duke of Atholl, who helped with the tree planting by firing seeds out of a canon! Wander through the forest to admire a thundering waterfall and some of Scotland’s tallest trees.

The Hermitage is a magical woodland, created by the 3rd Duke of Atholl, who helped with the tree planting by firing seeds out of a canon! Wander through the forest to admire a thundering waterfall and some of Scotland’s tallest trees.

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Name: Small Group Tour

NameShort: Small Group Tour

Small groups, big adventures! Our small group tours offer an intimate, relaxed way to explore while you soak up Scotland's magic. Please note that, due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour operates on a larger bus.

Small groups, big adventures! Our small group tours offer an intimate, relaxed way to explore while you soak up Scotland's magic. Please note that, due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour operates on a larger bus.

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Name: Crieff

NameShort: Crieff

Crieff is a gem of a town, perfect for wandering through quaint shops, grabbing a coffee, and soaking in Scotland’s charm. Don’t miss the gorgeous Drummond Castle gardens—a local favorite that’s well worth a visit. You can visit Crieff as an alternative to the whisky distillery tour.

Crieff is a gem of a town, perfect for wandering through quaint shops, grabbing a coffee, and soaking in Scotland’s charm. Don’t miss the gorgeous Drummond Castle gardens—a local favorite that’s well worth a visit. You can visit Crieff as an alternative to the whisky distillery tour.

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Name: Dunkeld Cathedral

NameShort: Dunkeld Cathedral

Dunkeld Cathedral is a beautiful, partly ruined structure, which sits in a peaceful location overlooking the River Tay. Look out for the cursed effigy of the ‘Wolf of Badenoch’ inside, and read about the cathedral’s history spanning hundreds of years.

Dunkeld Cathedral is a beautiful, partly ruined structure, which sits in a peaceful location overlooking the River Tay. Look out for the cursed effigy of the ‘Wolf of Badenoch’ inside, and read about the cathedral’s history spanning hundreds of years.

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Name: Kelpies 

NameShort: Kelpies 

The Kelpies are steel sculptures of two horses’ heads; 30 meters high and weighing 300 tonnes. Kelpies are mythological creatures in Scottish folklore, and this modern attraction is the largest equine landmark in the world, designed by Scottish artist Andy Scott.

The Kelpies are steel sculptures of two horses’ heads; 30 meters high and weighing 300 tonnes. Kelpies are mythological creatures in Scottish folklore, and this modern attraction is the largest equine landmark in the world, designed by Scottish artist Andy Scott.

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