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Day Tours & Shore Excursions Glasgow, Greenock & across Scotland

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Stonehaven Beach
A fast ride on a calm loch
A view across Princes Street park
Scotlands national Museum.

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5 to 12 hours (approx.)
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Overview

You will be picked up in an executive vehicle at the time and location specified by you. You can customise the tour to suit your interests .

Each tour is bespoke . With advice from us where requested, we can build any combination of tours shown above or below with arrivals and departures to suit the time you have available.
Historic Castles Tour
Step back in time with visits to some of Scotland's historic castles. Experience the grandeur of Striling Castle, the intrigue of Inveraray Castle or the tranquillity of Eilean Donan.
Highland Adventure
Explore the wild beauty of Scotland with a visit to some of our most famous Lochs, including Loch Lomond. Can be tailored to include specific attractions and surprise gems alike.
The Whisky Trail
Enjoy exquisite blends & the finest single malts & learn about the craft of whisky-making with our chauffeur-guided tours. Travel through our picturesque landscapes, which are home to many world-famous distilleries.
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What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities
  • Admission Tickets: Deanstoun Distillery £25 pp
  • The Clydeside Distillery
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Meeting and Pickup

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Drivers will always have a name board with the lead passengers name. Passengers will be supplied with the drivers phone number.For Port / Cruise ship pick ups passengers will be met at the most convenient exit gates. Gates occasionally vary .For airport transfers passenger will be met at the Arrivals hall.For Hotel pickups they will be met at the main entrance.

What To Expect

Glasgow

Our bespoke tours are ideally suited to accommodate a day in Glasgow. The city has a myriad of attractions and the trick is to relax and enjoy the attractions that most peak your interests. This is where the bespoke aspect of our private tours comes to the fore. When you tell us what you like we will endeavour to accommodate any preferences and requests you may have whilst advising on timings.Art, Culture, Fashion, Food, Football, History, Music, or Whisky, the city has it all. We can also accommodate a city centre walking tour which takes in the busy heart of the city. (90 minutes Moderate pace) Just ask.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

This is Scotland's most visited free attraction.​ With 22 themed, state-of-the-art galleries displaying an astonishing 8000 objects, the collections are extensive, wide-ranging and internationally-significant. 90 minutes
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

University of Glasgow

Take a fascinating tour of the University of Glasgow campus, explore the University's stunning architecture (with over 100 listed buildings) and discover incredible stories from its 550 years of history. Other must-see attractions to visit on campus include: • The Hunterian Museum • The Hunterian Art Gallery (including The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House) •
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Clydeside Distillery

Is it a trip to Scotland without a whisky tasting? This tour provides the perfect introduction to The Clydeside Distillery: Glasgow’s first dedicated single-malt distillery in over a century. On your tour, you’ll learn all about the history of whisky, will see craftsmen at work, will encounter gleaming stills, and will taste whiskies from three different Scottish regions.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Glasgow Cathedral

The medieval Glasgow Cathedral has been in constant use for worship for over 800 years, and is of great architectural and historic interest. Highlights include one of the finest post-war collections of stained glass windows in Britain, and the ceiling in the Blackadder Aisle which was built around 1500 by Archbishop Blackadder. Cared for by Historic Scotland and open to visitors throughout the year from 9.30am except Sundays when it is open at 1pm. Closing times vary.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Necropolis

The Necropolis, Glasgow's Victorian City of the Dead, is a vast and grand cemetery modelled on Père-Lachaise in Paris. Described as one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, it is a major visitor attraction and patrolled by Park Rangers. Heritage Trail maps are available to guide the visitor to the memorials and tombs of some of Glasgow's most eminent citizens 90 minutes
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Burrell Collection

Over 8000 items form The Burrell Collection. Highlights include one of the most significant holdings of Chinese art in the UK, medieval treasures including stained glass, arms and armour and over 200 tapestries which rank amongst the finest in the world, and paintings by renowned French artists including Manet, Cezanne and Degas. This magnificent collection in its purpose-built home surrounded by beautiful parkland, is ranked amongst the most significant civic museum collections in the UK, comparable to the National Gallery and the V&A in London. On the way out you may well spot Highland cattle grazing in the beautiful setting of Pollok Park or otters in the small river that runs through the estate.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Stirling Castle

Visit and learn of the castle that has been at the centre of Scottish history for a millennium. Fought over by William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, the home of the Scottish Royal Court , besieged by the Jacobites , becoming a military barrack before being taken over by historic Scotland who have done a magnificent job of showcasing Scottish history in an informative and entertaining manner. A must see.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

See the magnificent landscapes of Loch Lomond . 26 miles by 5 miles wide,surrounded by mountains and at the south end of the Trossachs national park Loch Lomond is an area of myth and beauty. Learn of the history of Luss village and time permitting book a flight over the loch on the Loch Lomond sea plane .
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Day Tours & Shore Excursions Glasgow, Greenock & across Scotland?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Day Tours & Shore Excursions Glasgow, Greenock & across Scotland?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Snacks.
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Admission Tickets: Deanstoun Distillery £25 pp.
  • The Clydeside Distillery.
  • Stirling Castle.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Day Tours & Shore Excursions Glasgow, Greenock & across Scotland is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Day Tours & Shore Excursions Glasgow, Greenock & across Scotland will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
  • Admission Tickets: Deanstoun Distillery £25 pp
  • The Clydeside Distillery
  • Stirling Castle

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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