Scotland Shore Excursion: Castles and Whisky

Step off your ship and into the heart of Scottish heritage with a shore excursion that captures the spirit, history, and charm of the countryside, Castles and Iconic monuments.
Stirling Castle: Where Legends Were Forged
Explore the restored Royal Palace, the Great Hall, and the castle’s rich connections to figures like Mary, Queen of Scots and William Wallace.

'Highland Coos': You'll have the chance to get up close to 'hand feed' them for photos and learn about this iconic breed’s role in Scottish farming and culture.

Whisky Distillery Tour: Scotland’s Liquid Gold!
No visit to Scotland is complete without a taste and tour of its national drink.

The Kelpies: Scotland’s Modern Myth
Two colossal horse-head sculptures standing 30 meters tall, these modern marvels pay homage to the shape-shifting water spirits of Scottish legend.

Return to Port
Relax on the drive back to your ship, enriched with a deeper appreciation of Scotland’s history, natural beauty, culture and spirit.

What's included:

• Carrots for the 'Highland Coos'.

Not included:

• Whisky Tasting (optional)
• Gratuity (optional)

What to expect:

Duration: 5 hours

The Kelpies & The Helix

M9, Falkirk, FK2 7ZT

We start our tour by taking you to the tallest Equine Statues in the world: two legendary Scottish water fairies known as ‘Kelpies’. Weighing at 300 tons each and 100 feet tall, they are a feat of engineering.

15 minutes

Stirling Castle

Castle Wynd, Stirling, FK8 1EJ

With over 1000 years of history, Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most important historical sites, and its past features some of Scotland's most iconic characters, such as William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots
and Bonnie Prince Charlie.
This incredible castle was once the favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens. After extensive restortion, the castle offers a unique experience with characters in period costume, as bodyguards, court officials and servants, who will tell you information about some of the main rooms you will visit, bringing the 16th century alive! There are also regular free tours by the knowledgeable castle guides departing regularly from the gate.

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kilmahog

Kilmahog, Callander FK17 8HA, UK

Meet our famous Highland Cows!

15 minutes

Rosebank Distillery

Camelon Road, Falkirk, FK1 5JR

Rosebank fired into life in 1840 on the banks of the Forth & Clyde canal, just west of Falkirk in the heart of the Lowlands.
The distillery was founded by James Rankine, a local wine merchant, and within forty years the Rankine's were shipping their whisky half way around the world to Australia …

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included