Edinburgh Scenic Adventure and Cultural Tour

Embark on our Scotland Adventure from Edinburgh Cruise Terminal! Journey through the stunning Scottish Lowlands, admire the iconic towering horse-head sculptures of The Kelpies, wander the picturesque streets of the charming village of Culross, and explore the historic Stirling Castle.
This is a Sightseeing tour the way it should be done! Enjoy a real Scotland Adventure BusyBus style where your driver guide will show you sights off the beaten track with real passion and delight.

Meeting Point

Cruise Line Terminal

Cruise Line Terminal, 100 Ocean Dr, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ, UK

After you have disembarked from your cruise ship, please take the shuttle bus to the coach and minibus departure area. Your BusyBus guide will be waiting, wearing a branded hi-viz vest and holding a BusyBus sign ready to welcome you onboard.

What's included:

• Itinerary designed inline with your cruise docking schedule - return one hour before all aboard
• Digital diary uploaded to our facebook page (optional)
• Air conditioned vehicle
• Full narration throughout the day
• Transfers between location in a luxury minibus or coach

Not included:

• Entry to Tullibardine Distillary (Classic Tour)
• Entry to Stirling Castle
• Gratuities
• Lunch and snacks can be brought with you or purchased throughout the day

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Culross

Culross

Our first stop is Culross, where you’ll step into a perfectly preserved 17th-century Scottish village, its cobbled streets and ochre-washed houses looking like something straight out of a period drama. Once a bustling port on the Firth of Forth, Culross boasts a remarkable collection of historic buildings, some dating as far back as the 12th century. As you wander its cobbled streets and admire the ochre-coloured houses. Enjoy 30 minutes to soak up the atmosphere, capture stunning photographs, and experience the character and culture of an authentic traditional Scottish village.

30 minutes

Tullibardine Distillery

Blackford, PH4 1QG

We’ll travel through the picturesque Scottish countryside, passing near the world-famous Gleneagles Golf Club, before arriving at the Tullibardine Distillery. If you choose, you can join the optional 45-minute “Classic Tour” (entry not included) to discover the whisky-making process and enjoy a dram or two of their finest single malt. If you’d prefer not to take the tour, you can relax in the distillery café, browse the well-stocked shop for gifts and local delicacies, or simply take in the scenic surroundings before we continue our journey.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Stirling

Stirling

Our journey continues to the historic city of Stirling, gateway to the Trossachs and framed by dramatic, forest-clad hills. Here you can choose to explore the magnificent Stirling Castle (admission not included), once a favoured residence of the Stuart kings and the coronation site of Mary, Queen of Scots. Wander its grand halls, sweeping ramparts, and atmospheric courtyards, imagining the power and intrigue that once filled these walls.
If you prefer not to enter, you’re welcome to stroll around the castle’s impressive exterior and enjoy the stunning views from the esplanade. Take in the panoramic scenery of the surrounding countryside and don’t miss the striking Wallace Monument proudly standing on a nearby hilltop—a tribute to Scotland’s legendary freedom fighter, immortalised in Braveheart.

1 hour, 15 minutes

Falkirk

Falkirk

Continuing south towards Falkirk, your narrated adventure brings you to an engineering marvel that blends modern innovation with historic transport. At the Falkirk Wheel, you’ll witness the world’s only rotating boat lift, which gracefully raises canal boats 79 feet between two canals. Take in the impressive design and watch this incredible feat of engineering in action

30 minutes

The Kelpies & The Helix

M9, Falkirk, FK2 7ZT

After visiting the Falkirk Wheel, we’ll take a short trip east to the striking and iconic statues known as The Kelpies. These towering horse-head sculptures stand as a powerful tribute to Scotland’s working horses and industrial heritage. You’re welcome to explore the visitor centre, learn about the history and symbolism behind the Kelpies, and capture stunning photos that will keep the memory of your visit alive for years to come.

30 minutes