Why choose this tour ?
A private driving tour from Glasgow/Greenock Ocean Terminal to the Glengoyne distillery, followed by a cruise on Loch Lomond, a tour of the Clydeside distillery, and concluding with an optional visit to the Riverside Museum offers a uniquely immersive and diverse experience. The tour encompasses a wide range of landscapes, from the urban setting of Glasgow (if you're being picked up in Glasgow) to the picturesque countryside around Killearn, the serene waters of Loch Lomond, and the historic riverside location of the Clydeside Distillery. Participants get to witness the richness and variety of Scotland's natural beauty. This private driving tour provides a holistic and diverse exploration of Glasgow and its surroundings, offering a perfect blend of whisky culture, natural beauty, historical insights, and cultural exploration. The option to include the Riverside Museum adds an extra layer of depth, making the entire experience an unforgettable addition to your Scottish visit.
What makes Private Tour of Glasgow Distilleries and a Loch Lomond Cruise a unique experience ?
10:30 am - The Glengoyne Distillery 'Collection Tour and Tasting'. Delve deeper into the whisky-making process at the home of Scotland’s slowest stills and enjoy a tutored tasting of 3 whiskies from the Glengoyne Collection. Discover what happens when you pair world-class Single Malt Whisky with the ‘Best truffle in the World’ from Iain Burnett, The Highland Chocolatier. Please see 'additional information' below for more information and booking.
1:00 pm - Sweeney's Cruise Co Loch Lomond 'Experience Cruise'. This one-hour circular tour of Loch Lomond's South basin enjoys views of the magnificent Ben Lomond and passes several of Loch Lomond's stately homes and castles along the shoreline. Venture out towards Inchmurrin Island- the largest of Loch Lomond's 33 islands and home to the ancient remains of Lennox Castle, which in the 14th century sheltered a fugitive Robert the Bruce before he was to become King of Scotland. Please see 'additional information' below for more information and booking.
3:00 pm - The Clydeside Distillery 'Clydeside Tour'. Explore the dockside story and how we handcraft our spirit. Experience the development of our spirit, starting with our Clydeside new make, followed by two whiskies that have each matured in first-fill Bourbon casks and first-fill Sherry butts. Please see 'additional information' below for more information and booking.
*** Optional *** 4:15 pm - Riverside Museum is the first purpose-built museum created by Glasgow Life in the 21st century. Located at the junction of the Rivers Kelvin and Clyde, it houses the city’s fabulous transport and technology collections, which have been gathered over the centuries and reflect the important part Glasgow has played in the world through its contributions to heavy industries like shipbuilding, train manufacturing, and engineering.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All passengers must be 18 years or older
- Tour duration includes travel time
- If your group is larger than eight passengers, please contact us
- Before booking with us, please make sure you have made your reservations with the distilleries and cruise company at the links below
- Glengoyne Distillery (The Collection Tour and Tasting, 10:30am): https://www.glengoyne.com/visit
- Sweeney's Cruise Co (The Experience Cruise, 1pm): https://www.sweeneyscruiseco.com/cruises/experience-cruise/
- Clydeside Distillery (The Clydeside Tour, 3pm): https://www.theclydeside.com/book-a-tour/the-clydeside-tour/
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Glasgow City Centre (SC)
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Large people carrier
Suitable for 1-8 travellers
Starting point:
Glasgow, UK
Pickup included - Greenock Ocean Terminal (SC)
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Large people carrier
Suitable for 1-8 travellers
Starting point:
Greenock Ocean Terminal, Greenock PA16 8UU, UK
Pickup included - Greenock ocean terminal (SC)
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Pickup included
- Glengoyne tour admission (£30/person)
- Loch Lomond cruise admission (£16/person)
- Clydeside tour admission (£17.50/person)
Special Instructions:
Please be advised..
- This Tour is Provided by Alba Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 13 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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