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Culzean Castle, Robert Burns Country & the Ayrshire Coast

Culzean Castle, Robert Burns Country & the Ayrshire Coast

You leave Glasgow and venture into the Renfrewshire Hills. You have a chance here to admire the largest windfarm in Europe, Whitelee Farm. These massive turbines provide clean energy to over 180,000 homes. From here, you take the road south through rich farmlands into Ayrshire. Now it’s time for one of our favourite stops of the day, the Culzean Country Park. There’s so much to do and see here: take a wander and enjoy the walled garden, ogle beautiful coastal views, and get jealous of the beautiful furniture of this fine country house. You have time for lunch at Culzean before travelling to the village of Dunure. This harbour town hosts a ruined castle and a history of dark secrets. The road now takes you down to the village of Alloway. This is the region that inspired Scotland’s most famous poet, Robert Burns. You get the chance to enjoy the visitor centre to learn about how this poor farmer’s son became the writer of the world famous ‘Auld Lang Syne’. There are also riverside walks and the haunted ruins of an old church for you to explore. You return to Glasgow in the early evening.

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The must-see attractions in South Ayrshire are:

  • Culzean Castle

  • Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

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George Stewart, our tour guide, was excellent. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and very friendly. He answered all my questions and his stories were informative and funny, even with Scotland’s bleak history. George also went out of his way to locate another tour member’s wife that had wandered off. He always made sure everyone was accounted for. The tour was excellent, adequate amount of time was given during each stop. Arthur the bus driver was very friendly as well and was a great driver. This tour was relaxation at its finest.

Culzean Castle, Robert Burns Country & the Ayrshire CoastReviewed byMilana,8/7/2023
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Peter was our guide/driver and he was very thoughtful, humorous and explained very well all the sights and historical facts. I loved the music he played on the journey, appropiate accompaniement for the trip. The schedule is convenient, there was plenty of time for all parts, my favourite was Culzean castle.

Culzean Castle, Robert Burns Country & the Ayrshire CoastReviewed byAna-Maria,6/10/2025
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Our guide Graham was excellent. His storytelling skills are fun, clear and informative. He takes the time to find out about his clients, and points out what is of interest. I loved the pace relaxed, with time in each place.

Culzean Castle, Robert Burns Country & the Ayrshire CoastReviewed byTess,8/30/2023
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Graham was absolutely amazing. A top tour guide with alot of knowledge a great at sense of humor.

Culzean Castle, Robert Burns Country & the Ayrshire CoastReviewed byMelissa,8/23/2023
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5 out of 5 stars

I really, really enjoyed it. The tour guide was amazing!

Culzean Castle, Robert Burns Country & the Ayrshire CoastReviewed byYvy,8/30/2023

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