Speyside Full-Day Private Whisky Tour
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Overview
We recommend that customers do one actual Distillery tour followed by tastings at 2 or 3 other Distilleries.
A suggested itininerary is as follows.
Leaving Inverness at 8am we travel down to Dufftown in the Heart of Speyside to arrive at the largest producing Distillery in Scotland - Glenfiddich for a Distillery tour and tasting , we then travel to Craigellachie to the Speyside Cooperage to see the skills of the Coopers before we have lunch at the Mash Tun in Aberlour.
Following lunch we travel a short distance to Glenallachie Distillery for a tasting , this Distillery is still in private hands and their 12 year old won the best Scotch Whisky in 2025.
Depending on whichever day the tour is we will stop at either Glenfarclas Distillery or Cardhu Distillery for our final tasting before travelling back.
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Free pick-up & drop-off
Not included
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
Itinerary
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1
Glenfiddich Distillery
Glenfiddich Distillery is one of the Speyside distilleries that we visit, bookings need to be made in advance, contact us to arrange a visit to this famous distillery . The tour takes 90 minutes and during the tour you will recieve tastings of the 12 year old , the 15 , 18 and 21 year old Glenfiddich whisky (for travelers with more them 18 years old).
2h Admission not included -
2
The GlenAllachie Distillery
The GlenAllachie Distillery is a lovely Speyside distillery that visits can be arranged to. During the tour you will taste 2 drams of Glenallachie (for travelers more than 18 years old). Contact us in advance to assist you with booking times etc.
1h Admission not included -
3
Speyside cooperage has been home to the ancient art of Coopering since 1947. We see the coopers shaping , shaving and charring casks for this integral part of the whisky industry.
1h 30m Admission not included -
4
Aberlour
We travel to the little town of Aberlour for lunch at The Mash Tun
1h 30m Admission free -
5
Glenfarclas Distillery
Glenfarclas Distillery is one of the few Scottish Distilleries still in private hands.
30 min Admission free -
6
The Glenlivet Distillery
One of the first Distilleries in Scotland to be licenced in 1824 , there are a number of smuggling trails around the Distillery.
30 min Admission not included -
7
The Macallan Distillery
One of the largest Distilleries in Scotland visitors to Macallan will be amazed at the Whisky Wall in the new Visitor centre , we can visit here from Thursdays to Sundays only.
1h Admission not included -
8
Cardhu Distillery
Cardhu Distillery was the first Distillery in Speyside to be owned by Johnnie Walker and is now Diageos flagship Distillery on Speyside.
30 min Admission not included
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
We collect travellers from their accommodation in the Inverness area and drop them off at their accommodation or somewhere else of their choosing close by.
Schedule
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Lawrence was a god send since the first time we spoke.We had another trip back out on us and he was able to save us and he gave us a wonderful experience.He was extremely thoughtful and helpful along the whole way.we enjoyed his banter and Wonderful stories.we had a special surprise at the end of our journey by a beautiful bridge to really cap things off.I can't imagine a better tasting experience in Scotland.I would definitely recommend this tour.
Lawrence was amazing and extremely helpful. He showed us around and gave us great advice. His knowledge of the area and history taught us a lot. I would recommend doing any tour from him. He helped us navigate the whiskey tours and was very prompt.
What an absolutely wonderful experience! Our day touring the distilleries of Speyside was one of the highlights of our trip to Scotland. From the very beginning, Laurence was fantastic. He helped us choose and book the various distilleries and carefully put together an itinerary that made perfect sense for the day. His advice and organization took all the stress out of the planning and ensured we could simply relax and enjoy the experience. And then there was Billy, our chauffeur for the day, who was simply terrific. From the moment he picked us up, he was warm, friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. Between distilleries, Billy shared fascinating stories and historical information about Speyside and Scotland, as well as great recommendations for restaurants, local attractions and places we might otherwise have missed. It felt like we were travelling with someone who genuinely loved the area and wanted us to experience the very best of it. Billy’s personality, knowledge and attention throughout the day made an already special experience even more memorable. The driving was comfortable, the suggested modifications to the itinerary flowed perfectly, and we never felt rushed. A huge thank you to Laurence and Billy for putting everything together and providing such a memorable day. If you are considering a private tour of the Speyside distilleries, we would recommend them without hesitation. Five stars all the way!
Billy makes you feel safe, comfortable. He reserved a very nice restaurant for our lunch in-between tours. He was fun, knowledgeable. Everyone should take his tour!
The brothers at Highland Private Tours are your one stop shopping in Inverness. They do sightseeing and whiskey tours. We did the Speyside Whiskey Tour with Lawrence and what an exceptional experience it was. On time pick up, expert knowledge of distilleries, great stop for lunch (The Highlander Pub), extremely flexible and was especially helpful about local lore, history and customs in the Highlands. We just wish we had booked with this company for our Culloden/Inverness tour because these guys outshine everyone. We can’t thank Lawrence enough for an exceptional whiskey line up. Did the tour of Balvenie (2 1/2 hours and make sure you book early), GlenFiddich, GlenAllachie and MaCallan. Thank you Lawrence!
Lawrence was fantastic. He was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the distilleries. He even knew some employees of employees personally so we got a more curated experience. Definitely recommend booking this tour if you love whiskey.
Lawrence was awesome and his knowledge, connections to distilleries, and helpfulness was so appreciated! It was a great day of whiskey tastings.
Fabulous day with Lawrence. He is informative, a knowledgeable and friendly guide as well as providing copious information on Scottish history as well as the finer points of the whiskey industry. We had a lovely day and one of the highlights of our trip!! Highly recommend!!
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 8h 30m.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 07:30, 08:00, 08:30
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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