Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument Tour
Enjoy the Private Group Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument Day Tour which leaves from Greenock Port. The Tour Guides entertain and share local knowledge while you travel in style and comfort in our air conditioned vehicles. Tours priced for up to 7 passengers.
Visit amazing locations; Stirling Castle, National Wallace Monument, drive-by Gleneagles, Crieff and then your choice of Glenturret Distillery or Drummond Castle Gardens.
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£600.00 1 day
Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument Tour – Greenock Port – Itinerary
The Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument Tour from Greenock Cruise Ship Port has a visit to the mighty Stirling Castle as the first treat of the day. Then we cross the city of Stirling to visit the National Wallace Monument. We include a photostop at the world-famous Gleneagles golf course, enroute to the bustling and pretty town of Crieff. Our final visit of the day can be either a visit to Drummond Castle Gardens or the Glenturret Whisky Distillery.
Stirling Castle
Stirling Castle was one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland because it occupies a strategic position. It stands atop a massive Castle Rock, protected by the River Forth and guarding the gateway to the Highlands. Within the castle are many historic buildings, palaces and halls, together with exhibitions gardens and the Stirling Tapestries.
The National Wallace Monument
The National Wallace Monument was begun in 1861, and by the time it opened in 1869 it contained four main floors and the glorious stone crown above. The upper three floors are nowadays the Hall of Arms, the Hall of Heroes, and the Royal Chamber. Panoramic views across both the Highlands and the Lowlands can be enjoyed from the Crown.
Gleneagles
We drive-by Gleneagles, a golfing mecca since James Braid designed the first two courses in 1919. When the hotel opened in 1924 the press hailed it as the eighth wonder of the world. In 1993 Jack Nicklaus designed and opened the Monarch’s course. More recently the Ryder Cup and the Solheim Cup have both graced Gleneagles.
Crieff
Crieff is a bustling market town. It sits astride the boundary of the Highlands and the Lowlands and as a result hosted a major cattle market (or tryst) from the 1600’s to the 1800’s. Rob Roy MacGregor was a frequent visitor, often to sell cattle. In the nineteenth century the town became a fashionable destination for tourists visiting the Highlands.
Drummond Castle Gardens
Drummond Castle Gardens are a beautiful example of Scottish Renaissance style gardens. The castle (not open to the public) was a Drummond stronghold dating from 1400’s. The gardens and grounds are open to the public and are a delight to walk through. These gardens featured in both the movie “Rob Roy” and the TV series – “Outlander”.
Glenturret Whisky Distillery
Glenturret Whisky Distillery is reputedly the oldest working distillery in Scotland – having been legally producing the “Water of Life” since 1775. It is said, however, that distilling began on the site as early as 1717. There are a number of distillery tours available at Glenturret, and your guide can advise.
Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument Tour – Price
£600
Stirling Castle and Wallace Monument Tour – Departure – Greenock Port
The tour departs from just outside the harbour gates. We will always inform you directly if there is any alteration of departure point.
FAQ
Can each person in the party pay separately?
Driver/Guide licencing in Scotland will only allow us to take one payment per tour, so if people in a party wish to split the cost then they arrange that amongst themselves and make one tour payment to us.
Are entries to the various visitor attractions or distillery included?
We don’t include entry to the attractions or distillery – and that way we leave the day as flexible as possible for you.
Do I need to book any items in advance?
If you wish to visit Glenturret Distillery then you will need to book it in advance, but we are happy to advise and assist you with this.
Will I need cash with me?
Most places will accept Visa or MasterCard and some will accept American Express. It is always prudent, though, to bring a little cash with you for unexpected eventualities. You will need GBP, not Euros or Dollars.
What will we be doing for lunch?
You are responsible for paying for your own food & drink during your tour. Lunch could be in a café, pub, restaurant or even a picnic at a beauty spot. Your guide can discuss and advise on options when you meet them.
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Why Choose Us
Why Choose Inverness Tour Guides?
Our Inverness Tour Guides are a hand-picked team. As well as being accredited members of the Highlands of Scotland Tour Guide Association, they are all well-recognised as being at the top of their fields. They were chosen because they are great storytellers, are fun to be with, and are uniquely qualified to do what they do well. We are convinced that there is no better team of guides to be found. See their individual profiles here
Performance
Here at Inverness Tours we continually monitor performance. As a result we are confident that we offer long experience and expertise in providing quality, value and enjoyment.
Our Vehicles
Our vehicles are spacious and air conditioned, easily accommodating up to seven passengers. The reclining seats and tinted windows ensure touring in comfort and style.
Our Track Record
Inverness Tours has been taking visitors on world-class tours for more than fifteen years and has been striving to make its exclusive tour business the finest of its kind available in Scotland.
Our Customer Care
The Inverness Tours admin team are frequently complimented on responsiveness, flexibility and care.
Our Environment
Inverness Tours have offset the impact of visitor footfall in the Highlands by contributing financially to environmental and community projects.
Our Precautions
Our COVID19 precautions – Inverness Tours has always carried bacteriological and virucidal disinfectant sprays, disposable gloves and the necessary wipes etc. The vehicles are cleaned on a daily basis. We are investigating and instituting further measures to keep you safe at this current time and into the future.
Our Reviews
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What’s included?
The 7-passenger vehicle together with qualified driver/guide is included.
Summary terms and conditions:-
- All tours are exclusive and the same price for between one and seven people. Your booking is considered confirmed once we send out your confirmation.
- While Inverness Tours shall do everything reasonably possible to provide your tour itinerary and/or services as planned, we reserve the right to alter itineraries, guide, transport or accommodation if circumstances require us to do so. If we have to cancel a tour you receive a full refund of the amount paid and that is the extent of our obligation.
- Our normal Cancellation Terms as outlined in the point below have been temporarily relaxed. The relaxation is in relation to any booking which requires to cancel due to COVID-19. Our COVID-19 cancellation terms are outlined here.
- If you wish to change any part of your confirmed booking you should inform us in writing as soon as possible. We will do our best to assist you, but cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your request. If you cancel a booking up to 30 days in advance you receive a 75% refund of the total paid. Cancellations between 30 and 10 days before the tour receive a 50% refund. There is no refund if you cancel within 10 days of the tour or are not at the organised departure or pick-up point.
- We are happy for you to enjoy bottled water and hard candies while we travel. Other types of food and drink have proved previously to be quite hazardous (on Highland roads) both to yourselves and seat upholstery.
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