Whisky and Waterfalls
9 hours
From 08:15
Group 1+
English, Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish, German, Italian, French
9 hours
08:15
What you'll do
A fabulous day tour that explores much of Scotland’s iconic scenery, sights and experiences. From our ancient capital and stories of Scotland’s most famous patriot to stunning Highland landscapes, we also give you the opportunity to sample a drop of our favourite national drink! *From the 1st of April 2023, we will no longer stop at the Wallace Monument. Instead, we will visit the Kelpies monument.
Itinerary
- 1We will meet at 7:45 at 60 High Street to leave Edinburgh at 8.15am, we make our way to the ancient Scottish capital of Stirling, where the skyline is dominated by its castle and the iconic *Wallace Monument. We stop to hear tales of Scotland’s most famous patriot and his part in the medieval Wars of Independence.
- 2We then take the back roads and drive through Scotland's scenic beauty and further into the Highlands. Glens, forests and rivers aplenty, we'll take you through the heart of this picturesque region before stopping at one of Scotland’s most famous whisky distilleries.
- 3After the chance to revive ourselves with a wee dram of the ‘water of life’, we head to the Hermitage in the heart of Perthshire and take a short woodland walk to see the spectacular Black Linn Falls on the River Braan. Our return journey visits the quaint village of Dunkeld, in Macbeth country, where a stunning cathedral sits comfortably by the banks of the River Tay. Before returning back to Edinburgh for approximately 5.30pm, we pass the iconic Forth Bridge, the new World Heritage Site. The drop-off location where we say our good-byes is Waterloo Place in central Edinburgh.
- 4*From the 1st of April 2023, we will no longer stop at the Wallace Monument. Instead, we will visit the Kelpies monument.
- 5New Departure Point – from 5 February 2024 : Radical Travel Sales Office on 60 High Street (The Royal Mile) EH1 1TB. Drop off will be in a city centre location.
- 6Starting on 5 February 2024 the departure time will be 8:15 am and check-in 7:45
What's Included
Local Scottish Guide
Hermitage Forest Walk
Downloadable Audio Guides are available in Chinese, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish
What's not included
Whisky Distillery Tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
From 5 February 2024 we will be departing from 60 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1TB. Please note that all tours departing before this date will depart from inside Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J. There are 2 en (60 High Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TB)
Notes
From 5 February 2024 we will be departing from 60 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1TB.
Please note that all tours departing before this date will depart from inside Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J. There are 2 entrances to Edinburgh Bus Station, one on Elder Street and one on St Andrew Sq.
Starting on 5 February 2024 the departure time will be 8:15 am and check-in 7:45
Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card.
Travel insurance is recommended
Please note that we cannot guarantee that people who have booked together will be seated together. We do ot allocate seats.
It is very important to return to the coach on time at itinerary stops. Your guide will display the time that the bus departson a clock that will be visible.
If you need organise to transport from your accommodation to our departure point please book it via the hotel concierge. We have had a lot of feedback from customers saying that Uber taxi’s are not showing up.
Meet 15 minutes prior to departure
The drop-off location is Waterloo Place in central Edinburgh
Please be advised that children under 5 years old may not take part in the tour, while anyone under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
There are no maximum age restrictions
Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
Cancellation of day tours: A full refund will begiven if the cancellatin is more than 24 hours prior to the tour departure. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to departure will incur a 100% fee.
In this new, fast-changing Covid-19 era,to give you peace of mind,when you are travelling during these new times
Your Responsibility
All our guests are asked to follow hygiene practices recommended by the World Health Organization and local Government guidelines.
• Regular washing of hands and sanitising when required
• Please bring your own:
o Hand sanitiser
Update to COVID Government Guidelines in Scotland
As per government guidelines, the use of masks whilst on our tour coaches is no longer compulsory.
Should our staff or passengers wish to keep wearing masks whilst on the coach they can.
We will keep the hand sanitiser and enhanced cleaning procedures in place.
• Maintain social distancing. o You need to make the Guide aware if you develop any COVID like symptoms.
• You need to make the Guide aware if you develop any Covid like symptoms.
Requirements
Passport or ID card
Travel insurance
Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card
Comfortable walking shoes and a waterproof jacket
Gallery
Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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