Highlights
Take a trip to Scotland into the beautiful county of Dumfries and Galloway famous for "Scotland's poet" Robert Burns, home to magnificent castles and the destination for runaway lovers.
This tour will depart the Lake District and make its way north, passing through incredible scenery into the Scottish Borders to enjoy a tour and whisky tasting experience at Annandale Distillery.
Enjoy an engaging lesson in whisky production and taste the single malts distilled at Annandale.
Visit Caerlaverock Castle, a medieval stronghold which played a large role in several border conflicts between England and Scotland in the middle ages.
Enjoy a stroll around Dumfries, the market town and former royal burgh, home to Robert Burns' House and the mausoleum, his final resting place.
You will also visit the famous Blacksmith's House at Gretna Green, where starstruck lovers would elope to be married after the passing of the Marage Act in England in 1754.
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Mountain Goat Tours, Victoria St, Windermere LA23 1AD, UK
Begin your tour here.
Pass By: Thirlmere, Thirlmere, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England
Enjoy views of this magnificent man-made reservoir as you drive passed on your way to the Scottish Borders.
Stop At: Annandale Distillery, Northfield, Annan DG12 5LL Scotland
Enjoy a distillery tour and whisky tasting experience at the beautiful Annandale Distillery. Brimming with history, this working distillery was once owned by Johnnie Walker, taste their single malts and learn how whisky is made.
There will also be time for lunch in the onsite restaurant (not included in tour price).
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Caerlaverock Castle, Dumfries DG1 4RU Scotland
Visit this incredible castle located just south of Dumfries. Known for its unique triangular shape and impressive battlements Caerlaverock also boasts a rich history, being involved in various border battles between England and Scotland.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve, Hollands Farm Road Caerlaverock, Dumfries DG1 4RS Scotland
Stop on the edge of the Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve, where you will enjoy gorgeous views of the Solway Firth and the county of Dumfries and Galloway.
The perfect photo stop, on a clear day you can even see the northern fells of the Lake District where you set off from in the morning!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Robert Burns House, Burns Street, Dumfries DG1 2PS Scotland
Visit the former home of Robert Burns, known as Scotland's Poet he is one of the most famous Romantic writers in Scotland.
You can read his original manuscripts at the desk he wrote them on as well as learn all about his life and work inside this quaint cottage.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Robert Burns Mausoleum, St Michael's Church, Dumfries Scotland
Visit the final resting place of Robert Burns, the famous Romantic poet.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop, Headless Cross, Gretna Green DG16 5EA Scotland
Call at Gretna Green, where you will have time to visit the traditional food and gift shops as well as learn about runaway lovers, who eloped to Scotland after the passing of the marriage act.
You may enter the Blacksmiths House too which is still used for active ceremonies, for an additional fee.
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Mountain Goat Tours, Victoria St, Windermere LA23 1AD, UK
Finish your tour back in the Lake District
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Entry to Caerlaverock Castle
- A distillery tour and whisky tasting experience at Annandale
- Guided commentary in English
- Entry/Admission - Annandale Distillery
- Entry/Admission - Caerlaverock Castle
Exclusions
- Food and drink
- Entry/Admission - Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop
Duration
9 hours 30 minutes
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Voucher Info
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