Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Distillery - Rabbies Tours

Prepare to be blown away by the spectacular views that this tour offers. You will experience the scenery and nature that make Scotland the beautiful country that it is.

Travel over the incredible Forth Road Bridge in your very own luxury 16 seater Mercedes mini-coach to Dunkeld and The Hermitage. Here, enjoy a brisk forest walk led by your very own experienced tour guide and become at one with the beautiful waterfalls and the tallest trees in the country. Once you have been taken back by the breath-taking sights of the magical Hermitage, you will be journeying north for a spot of lunch* in the hearty village of Pitlochry. Enjoy a comforting traditional homemade roast dinner in one of the welcoming pubs or indulge in a light, yummy sandwich with your favourite filling in one of the popular restaurants- You’ll be spoilt for choice!

After your bite to eat, you will venture over to the Loch Tummel to experience the one and only Queen’s view. Take in this amazing view and realise why this was Queen Victoria’s favourite. Continue your afternoon as you cross the mountains and arrive at the majestic Loch Tay. Here, you will make a stop off at the picturesque waterside village of Kenmore. Take in the natural beauty of this pretty location and experience the atmosphere it creates.

Finish off your unforgettable day by visiting Dewar’s World of Whisky at Alberfeldy Distillery and discover the secrets of single malt whisky. Taste the flavours and experience the feeling that this much-loved whisky brings to Scotland.

Upon booking you will receive an immediate confirmation of payment from VisitBritain. You will then receive a separate email from Rabbies Tours within 3-4 working days confirming your date of departure.

Tour Seasons:

• 2021-2022 Low Season: 1 November - 17 December 2021 & 4 January - 31 March 2022
• 2021-2022 Mid season: 1 April - 31 May 2021 & 1 October - 31 October 2021 & 18 December 2021 - 3 January 2022
• 2021 High season: 1 June - 30 September 2021

How to get there

• Departure and return point: Rabbie’s Café Bar, Waterloo Place, EH1 3EG
• The departure point is at the east end of Princes Street (beside Balmoral Hotel)
• The nearest train station to the departure point: Edinburgh Waverly Railway Station
• Please note, the closest available parking areas to the departure point are either Omni Centre or Waverley Train Station

Operating times

• A Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky tour departs every day
• Tours depart at 9am and will return to the departure point at 6.30pm
• Tours depart promptly at 9am so please arrive at the departure point for 8.45am
• Each tour has a duration of 9.5 hours
• Depending on traffic, you will spend approximately:
  • 30 minutes at Dunkeld
  • 45 minutes at the Hermitage (guided forest walk)
  • A minimum of 1 hour in the Village of Pitlochry
  • A 10 minute photo stop at Queens View
  • 1.5 hours at Aberfeldy Distillery
• There are no tours from 25-26 December and 1-2 January

Restrictions

• Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted on this tour
• Children 5-15 years of age must be accompanied by an adult
• The tour may be subject to change if adverse weather or road conditions arise. If you are concerned about this on the date of your tour please contact Rabbies Tours on +44 131 226 3133
• This tour includes walking and will operate in mild weather conditions so please dress accordingly
• Any luggage must be less than 14kg per person. You are allowed to carry one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm) plus a small bag on board for personal items.

Exclusions

• Food and drink* is not provided during the tour but you will have time to grab a bite to eat and drink at Pitlochry Village during your stop off here
• Gratuities are not included in the pre-paid price but, although optional, are appreciated
• The tour price of Dewar’s Alberfeldy Distillery is not included in your pre-paid price. A standard tour will be approximately £9.50 and a Cask Tasting tour will be £17 to be paid on arrival at the Whisky Distillery (This price may be discounted on the day but this cannot be guaranteed). If you do not wish to take the tour you can relax in the distillery’s whisky lounge and café or take a stroll around the beautiful distillery grounds

Accessibility

• Please note: Rabbies Tours do their best to accommodate disabilities and medical problems where they can but please be aware that this tour may not be suitable.
• If you or any member of your party has a disability or medical problem which may affect their ability to travel on the tour then please provide Rabbies Tours with full details at the time of making your booking enquiry, so that they can advise you as to the suitability of your chosen arrangements.

• All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned
• Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
• Social distancing is maintained in vehicles and enforced throughout experience
• To reduce crowds, the number of visitors is limited
• Masks are required, please bring your own
• You must fill out a travel information form upon arrival
• Temperature checks are mandatory
• Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
• Regular temperature checks for staff
• Transport vehicles regularly sanitised