Speyside Whisky Trails from Inverness

5.0
(25 reviews)
Inverness, Scotland

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Travel through the heart of Speyside, home to world renowned whiskies amidst beautiful scenery. This is a tour for both the novice and the connoisseur. You can enjoy your tour as much as you possibly can without having to worry about the drive.

Your tour will include 1 Distillery tour with any available Distilleries listed in our itinerary. You will then be visiting as many distilleries that you can within the tour duration. They all offer tastings which we leave up to your discretion to enjoy or you can alternatively choose to simply wander about their impressive stunning grounds.

We strongly advise against booking distillery tours on your own, as this can disrupt the tour itinerary. However, if you have already made a booking, please let us know in advance so we can adjust our schedule accordingly.

What's Included

Pick-Up and Drop-Off within Inverness or enroute
Our experienced Tour Guide is an actual Highlander in a Kilt
Distillery Tour Admission Fees at any 1 available distillery in our list
Great customer service and relaxed Highland hospitality
Fun, interesting and engaging conversation
A sanitized, easy to spot luxury vehicle
Lunch
Whisky tastings at Distilleries

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Travelers who are Out-Of-The-Way: You can send us a message to make arrangements OR proceed to the default meet-up point (St. Mary's Catholic Church at 30 Huntly Street, Inverness IV3 5PR) We will be there waiting for you up to 20 minutes.

OR
Meeting point

Look out for a ginger Peugeot Traveller in front of the Church with Aye Tours Scotland logo on it.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Glen Moray Distillery

    We'll drive through a beautiful country side with views of the Moray Firth for about an hour. You will be greeted with a charming distillery in the town of Elgin. It has a Coffee shop usually frequented by the locals and offers whisky tasting.

    1 hour 40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Stop over for a stroll along the river Spey in this picturesque location. This is a famous Speyside landmark that you might want to take pictures of as one of your Whisky Tour memories.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    For lunch, we'll head out to Dufftown. A charming little Speyside town with a great assortment of cafes, restaurants, local shops and excellent Whisky shop with over 600 kinds of whisky. We can alternatively have a meal at a unique train station that has been converted to a boutique place to eat. Frequently visited by locals for their home-made bakes, drinks and traditional cuisine.

    1 hour 50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    A distillery close to nature. Visitors can enjoy a brief walk that leads into their reception with alfresco wine tasting option. A wander into their grand garden and further into the woods with walk ways to an amazing gorge is a must. Here, you can hunt for secret hiding places that the legendary Major Grant hid his favourite collection of whisky.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Glenfiddich Distillery

    Bask in one of Scotland's most famous single malt and award winning distillery. It is one of a few family-owned distilleries in Scotland. Enjoy a dram or two in the Robbiedhu Terrace over looking the Robbiedhu Burn. The Glendiffich Whisky shop is one for the connoisseur.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    From a farmland, this distillery is sited high up the Mannoch hills softened by the peat of River Spey. Their whisky boasts of smooth, sweet, mellow characters, "Effortless and elegant that flows like the conversation of excellent company"

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Aberlour Distillery Brand Home (Pass by)

    Speyside's distilleries to see along the way. Arrangements can be made to stop here if this is one of your favorites.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Glenfarclas Distillery

    One of Speyside's distilleries to see along the way. Arrangements can be made to stop here if this is one of your favorites.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    The Macallan Distillery

    Macallan's reputation as a premium brand is due to several factors: limited production, the use of high-quality ingredients, and meticulous production methods. Their commitment to using exceptionally crafted oak casks, particularly sherry-seasoned casks, also plays a significant role in developing the whisky's unique flavor profile. Its popularity makes it highly in-demand. We can offer to book a tasting slot for you if they have availability, but please note that this must be requested at least 2-3 months before your tour date.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We strive to provide a safe and fun environment for our guests. Booking with us will mean that you have read, understood and agree to our Policies Terms and Conditions listed below. In this way, we can ensure a smooth tour experience so that you can relax and enjoy the best day-tour with us.
  • 1. Our Tours are Private. We require a minimum of 2 people per booking, maximum 7.
  • 2. A tour reminder alert will be sent to you a few days before your tour. It will be through any of the following: Viator message, Email, WhatsApp or iMessage from +44 7481 590163. You can also reach us easily through this number.
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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