Loch Lomond & Whisky Distillery Half Day Tour in English - Rabbies Tours

Embark on this unforgettable tour as you get ready to blend the beauty of Loch Lomond with the flavours of Glengoyne whisky. 

Visit the famous Loch Lomond and explore The Trossachs National Park in all its glory. The sights you will see here are unforgettable and make this a tour not to be missed. Breathe in the fresh Highlands air as you begin to explore the beautiful land that holds hundreds of years of thrilling history. Take your time as you stroll around, discovering the outstanding natural beauty that shapes this country.

Your second stop off is at the impressive Balloch Country Park. Experience the nature trails and guided walks around this one-of-a-kind location that spans across 200 acres. Take the opportunity to admire the scenery from a different angle, inside one of the tempting cafes or bars on the shore of the Country Park. Many of these look out over the Park’s amazing landscape so you can sit back and relax with your hearty tea and cake or well-deserved glass of wine whilst enjoying the magnificent views that surround you. What more can you want!

Once you have been taken back by the beautiful sights and smells of Scotland’s national treasures, prepare to be amazed as you learn how pure volcanic water is transformed into tasty, honey-coloured whisky. Finishing off this one-of-a-kind tour couldn’t be more enjoyable!

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:

• Low Season: 4 January 2019 - 31 March 2019, 1 November 2019 - 17 December 2019 and 4 January 2020 - 31 March 2020
• Mid season: 15 April 2019 - 31 May 2019, 1 October 2019 - 31 October 2019 and 18 December 2019 - 3 January 2020
• High season: 1 June 2019 - 30 September 2019

How to get there:

• Departure point: Parish Hall, 266 George Street, Glasgow, G1 1QX
• The departure point is approximately a 3 minute walk from Queen Street Rail Station
• Please note, there is no parking available in or around the departure point

Operating times:

• Until 1 April 2018: The Loch Lomond & Whisky Distillery tour departs every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• From 1 April 2018: The tour departs every Tuesday - Sunday
• There are no tours from 25-26 December and 1-2 January
• Tours depart at 1.15pm and will return to the departure point at 5.45pm
• Tours depart promptly at 1.15pm so please arrive at the departure point for 1pm
• Each tour has a duration of 5 hours
• Depending on traffic, you will spend approximately 45 minutes each at Loch Lomond and Balloch Country Park and 1 hour at Glengoyne Whisky Distillery 

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 price of the Glengoyne Whisky Distillery is not included in your pre-paid price. This will be approximately £9.50 to be paid on arrival at the Whisky Distillery (This price may be discounted on the day but this cannot be guaranteed)
• 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
• When you reach each location you will have the freedom to explore away from your group. Please note, tour guides and audio guides are not available at any of the locations
• 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 Balloch Country Park during your stop off here
• Gratuities are not included in the pre-paid price but, although optional, are appreciated
• Each person has a luggage allowance of 15kg, excluding a small hand luggage bag you can take onto the mini-coach with you

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.