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Whisky and Waterfalls: Edinburgh Day Trip
4.8
261 Ratings
Edinburgh
Embark on a whisky and waterfalls adventure from Edinburgh. Explore the Scottish Highlands, visit the Famous Grouse distillery, and marvel at the stunning Black Linn Falls at the Hermitage.
Embark on a whisky and waterfalls adventure from Edinburgh. Explore the Scottish Highlands, visit the Famous Grouse distillery, and marvel at the stunning Black Linn Falls at the Hermitage.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- The Kelpies & The Helix - Departing from Edinburgh, the journey leads to the Kelpies, the largest equine sculptures in the world, crafted by Andy Scott. These statues symbolize the mythical shape-shifting creatures from Scottish folklore.
- The Glenturret Distillery - Traveling along the scenic back roads of Scotland, the route ventures deeper…
- The Kelpies & The Helix - Departing from Edinburgh, the journey leads to the Kelpies, the largest equine sculptures in the world, crafted by Andy Scott. These statues symbolize the mythical shape-shifting creatures from Scottish folklore.
- The Glenturret Distillery - Traveling along the scenic back roads of Scotland, the route ventures deeper into the Highlands, passing through glens, forests, and rivers. The journey pauses at Glenturret, one of Scotland’s renowned whisky distilleries. Please note, children must be 12 years or older to participate in the distillery tour.
- The Hermitage Woodland Walk - After enjoying a taste of the ‘water of life’, the tour continues to the Hermitage in the heart of Perthshire for a brief woodland walk.
- Dunkeld Cathedral - On the return trip, the charming village of Dunkeld is visited, located in Macbeth country, where a magnificent cathedral is nestled by the River Tay.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Local English Speaking Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Local English Speaking Guide
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Distillery tour
- Dram of local whisky
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Distillery tour
- Dram of local whisky
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Experience a delightful day of whisky and waterfalls on a small-group excursion from Edinburgh, guided by a welcoming local expert! Begin with a visit to Falkirk to admire the Kelpies, then journey through the stunning Scottish Highlands, skirting Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Enjoy a stop at the Famous Grouse whisky distillery for lunch and…
Experience a delightful day of whisky and waterfalls on a small-group excursion from Edinburgh, guided by a welcoming local expert! Begin with a visit to Falkirk to admire the Kelpies, then journey through the stunning Scottish Highlands, skirting Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Enjoy a stop at the Famous Grouse whisky distillery for lunch and a tour (both at your own cost) and, after savoring a wee dram of whisky, proceed to the Hermitage, a picturesque location featuring the magnificent Black Linn Falls.
- As this tour celebrates whisky, it is unsuitable for those under the age of 18.
- It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
- Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
- Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus.
Location
Highland Explorer Tours
High Street
This tour will depart at 8:15 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(261 Ratings)
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42kaana
Jul 11, 2025
Beautiful scenery and great distillery tour - Heidi was amazing. Loved how she told about Scottish history throughout the tour. Views were amazing too. I reccomend it.
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Northstar584912
Jul 11, 2025
July 11, 2025 - Heidi did a great job driving us around and giving us a tour!! We enjoyed the trip!
The distillery was great and the walk in the woods was super nice.
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U6196agmelissaw
Jul 8, 2025
Great full day tour - Ry our tour guide was amazing. He was friendly, funny and very informative. He made sure to point out all the important historical points along the journey all with a story rich in Scotland history. We had a good amount of time at each location. He even made an extra stop before we returned to see the Highland Coo’s. This is an amazing way to see a lot and explore Scotland. Ry also shared his recommendations for the rest of our time in Scotland and even provided us a card with a link for later to refer back to. He also had a stellar music play list for the in between times he was not sharing a story or a laugh. This was a very well done tour.
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Heather_d
Jul 7, 2025
Ry, our tour guide, was... - Ry, our tour guide, was absolutely fantastic and super informative. Did not feel rushed felt like plenty of time at each stop.
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Amy_l_0621
Jul 7, 2025
Whisky and Highlands Scenery - a fun day! - Our tour guide, Ry, made the day so much fun! He is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Scotland’s history and landscape. The whisky distillery tour was informative and interesting. We stopped in a beautiful village for lunch, and enjoyed a hike to a waterfall. As a bonus, we even got to see hairy coos at the end. All around great day!
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W9496ecbrandonl
Jul 7, 2025
Whisky and nature tour - We had a blast. Scotland is beautiful and it was great getting to see various parts of it. The whisky tour was very entertaining.
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Javier
Jul 5, 2025
Awesome! - Excelente trip. Experts guides! We fully recommended to anyone. Definitely worth it. An experience of a lifetime. Thanks!
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Alessandra_w
Jul 4, 2025
The Highlands Done Right – Small Group, Big Experience - Highly recommended! This tour was absolutely beautiful from start to finish. The journey through the Scottish glens and Highlands was stunning — every view felt like a postcard. We traveled in a small bus with a very small group, which made everything more comfortable and personal. Everything ran on time and was very well organized.
Our guide, Cliff, was fantastic — he shared historical facts, fun trivia, and even played Scottish music during the drive. He really went the extra mile by giving us food recommendations and even handed out a list of Edinburgh highlights at the end of the day. Truly a 5-star guide!
The tour of Glenturret Distillery was a highlight. It’s a very artisanal place in a secluded, forested area. The tour was short but packed with clear and fascinating information. Our distillery guide was incredibly knowledgeable and made sure everyone understood everything — very efficient and engaging.
The forest walk was lovely — short, relaxing, and accessible. My parents (both over 65) had no trouble with it. And if walking isn't an option, there's a cozy spot nearby where you can enjoy coffee and doughnuts while taking in the scenery.
We had lunch in Dunkeld, a charming little village where we ate delicious food in a cozy setting.
Overall, 10/10. Beautiful scenery, great organization, amazing guide, and unforgettable memories. Highly recommend this tour — and big thanks to Cliff for making it extra special!
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Monserrat
Jul 2, 2025
Safety pin - Excellent tour, we had an amazing time! Even though it rained a little, we were able to do all the activities without any rush. The distillery is the oldest in Scotland, the town of Dunkeld is beautiful, with a gorgeous cathedral and plenty of delicious and affordable lunch options. The Highlands and Waterfalls Tour is a magical trail. The guides Louise, Dave and Ry were lovely, funny and very friendly. Five stars!
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Cruiser727914
Jul 2, 2025
Perfect - Friendly and nice tour with Dave and Rouise :)
Comfortable car, perfect drive, experienced many things in one tour. Recommend the tour definately
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