Speyside Whisky Distilleries Private Tour from Edinburgh
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About This Tour in Edinburgh
Why Visit Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is a stunning medieval city with a rich history and breathtaking architecture. Explore the Royal Mile, visit Edinburgh Castle, and experience the vibrant festivals. Edinburgh offers world-class museums, historic sites, and a unique Scottish cultural experience.
Getting to Edinburgh
The easiest way to reach Edinburgh is by flying into Edinburgh Airport (EDI). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Scottish snacks
- Driver-guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Optional tastings, distillery tours, or whiskies ordered at the bar.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Uk sedan sized cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults in a 4 passenger sized vehicle
- Under 18's not allowed on this tour, due to local regulations.
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
We will stop over at Pitlochry to break our journey North 20 minutes
We will stop over at Pitlochry to break our journey North. This is a small town that still retains much of its Victorian character, when it became a popular destination for visitors from Edinburgh. You will have the chance to stretch your legs and scan through the many independent shops and cafes available, before we resume our journey to Speyside.
Founded in 1879, Aberlour Distillery is a small... 45 minutes
Founded in 1879, Aberlour Distillery is a small and intimate distillery that holds a special place in the hearts of malt lovers. Steeped in centuries of legend and surrounded by the dramatic Highland scenery of Ben Rinnes, Aberlour lies at the very heart of Speyside, where the Lour burn joins the River Spey, where the exceptionally pure and soft spring water drawn from nearby natural springs is used for making Aberlour whisky. No distillery tours are currently operating due to renovation works, but you will have the option to do an optional whisky tasting.
Glenfiddich was founded in 1886, and is one... 1 hour 30 minutes
Glenfiddich was founded in 1886, and is one of the oldest family-owned Scotch whisky distilleries. You will have the option to do a tour of the distillery, So, while touring the distillery, where you can visit one of the warehouses where you will explore the generations of gently maturing casks. You’ll also learn how Glenfiddich achieves the depth and consistency of flavour throughout their range of exceptional whiskies, which has earned them worldwide fame. If doing the tour, you will finish off by doing a tasting of several malts.
The Macallan has been distilling whisky since 1824,... 45 minutes
The Macallan has been distilling whisky since 1824, and is possibly one of the most famous brands worldwide. The ward-winning Macallan Distillery visitor centre, built in 2018, is only available by appointment. To finish off our exploration of Speyside, we will book you a table at the Macallan bar, where you can order 'a la carte' from the most comprehensive selection of Macallan whiskies you will ever see in a single place in your life, including a number of bottles of the rarest single malts, dating back over 80 years. The impressive circular whisky bar has one of the best views of Speyside, overlooking the Highland landscape and the iconic Easter Elchies House - The Macallan Spiritual Home and integral to the brand since 1824. From the bar you can also view the 18m-high glass wall comprised of 840 whisky bottles, which forms an archive of Macallan's liquid history.
The last stop of the day will be... 15 minutes
The last stop of the day will be at a roadside cafe where you will have the chance to meet our famous Highland Coos!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
