Stirling Castle, Lindores Distillery and St Andrews private tour
Overview
About
Visit Stirling Castle, the former residence of the Stewart Kings, and considered by many the 'best castle in Scotland'. Explore St. Andrews, the birthplace of Golf, and once the location of the largest cathedral in Scotland until the Protestant Reformation. Have some ice cream at a 115 year old Gelateria. Visit the Lindores Abbey Distillery, the Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky with almost 1000 years of history.
At a Glance
- Ages: Ages 0-120
- Type: Mobile ticket
- Duration: 8h
- Live Guide: English
What you'll do
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By:
Forth Road Bridge, South Queensferry, Edinburgh CH1 4QL Scotland
The Forth Bridge is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site that joins the historic settlements of North and South Queensferry. The oldest bridge dates back to 1890 and is an iconic symbol of Scotland's 19th century bold engineering.
Stop At:
St. Andrews, St. Andrews, Fife, Scotland
Visit the Old Course and take a picture at the iconic Swilcan Bridge. Visit the ruins of the 12th century cathedral and explore the many shops and cafes of this quaint town, including the iconic Janetta's Gelateria, with over 5 generations and 115 years of history!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At:
Lindores Abbey House Abbey Road Lindores Abbey Distillery, Newburgh KY14 6HH Scotland
Lindores Distillery is known as the "Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky". The Abbey dates back to 1191, and was visited by various monarchs and historical figures, such as David II, Edward I of England, Robert the Bruce, and Scotland’s national hero William Wallace. The first documented reference to whisky making at the Abbey dates from 1494 - over half a millennium ago!
You can take an optional tour and whisky tasting at the Distillery. We will need to book the 12:30 slot, which is the only one that fits within our schedule.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At:
Stirling Castle, Castle Wynd, Stirling FK8 1EJ Scotland
With over 1000 years of history, Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most important historical sites, and its history features some of Scotland's most iconic characters, such as William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots
and Bonnie Prince Charlie.
This incredible castle was once the favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens. After extensive restortion, the castle offers a unique experience with characters in period costume, as bodyguards, court officials and servants, who will tell you information about some of the main rooms you will visit, bringing the 16th century alive! There are also regular free tours by the knowledgeable castle guides departing regularly from the gate.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By:
The Kelpies & The Helix, M9, Falkirk FK2 7ZT Scotland
We will drive by the famous Kelpies, the tallest horse statues in the world.
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What is not included?
- Meals
- Stirling Castle (optional) - £17.50 p/p, discounts for families, children and 65yrs+Admission fee Stirling Castle (optional) - £17.50 p/p, discounts for families, children and 65yrs+£17.50 per person
- Lindores Abbey Tour & Whisky Tasting (optional)Admission fee Lindores Abbey Tour & Whisky Tasting (optional)£15.00 per person
- Entry/Admission - Lindores Abbey Distillery
- Entry/Admission - Stirling Castle
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- Uk sedan sized cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults in a 4 passenger sized vehicle
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Meet your host
Itinerary
Glasgow Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Stirling Castle, Lindores Distillery and St Andrews private tour in Glasgow, United Kingdom (UK). This half-day tours experience includes 3 stops over 1 day. Duration: 12 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Here is the starting point
St. Andrews
Visit the Old Course and take a picture at the iconic Swilcan Bridge. Visit the ruins of the 12th century cathedral and explore the many shops and cafes of this quaint town, including the iconic Janetta's Gelateria, with over 5 generations and 115 years of history!
Lindores Abbey Distillery
Lindores Distillery is known as the "Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky". The Abbey dates back to 1191, and was visited by various monarchs and historical figures, such as David II, Edward I of England, Robert the Bruce, and Scotland’s national hero William Wallace. The first documented reference to whisky making at the Abbey dates from 1494 - over half a millennium ago! You can take an optional tour and whisky tasting at the Distillery. We will need to book the 12:30 slot, which is the only one that fits within our schedule.
Stirling Castle
With over 1000 years of history, Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most important historical sites, and its history features some of Scotland's most iconic characters, such as William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie. This incredible castle was once the favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens. After extensive restortion, the castle offers a unique experience with characters in period costume, as bodyguards, court officials and servants, who will tell you information about some of the main rooms you will visit, bringing the 16th century alive! There are also regular free tours by the knowledgeable castle guides departing regularly from the gate.
This concludes the tour.
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