Scotland Whisky Trail - 3 days
Scotland Whisky Trail - 3 days
Scotland Whisky Trail - 3 days
3 Days Starting in Edinburgh and ending in Grantown-on-Spey
Visiting: Scotland, United Kingdom
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Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
Min:5yrs with an adultChild discount available for 5-15 yrs sharing with 2 adults
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Tour Overview
Experience some of the best whisky in the world on this 3-day whisky trail group tour beginning and ending in Edinburgh. Travel through Speyside, the heartland of Scotch whisky whilst visiting some of the most famous distilleries in Scotland. Take part in whisky tasting at Lindores Abbey, mentioned in the first ever reference in whisky, Cardhu, the first distillery pioneered by a woman, and explore the beautiful countryside in Cairngorms National Park and Royal Deeside.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Edinburgh
Edinburgh - Cairngorms National Park - Grantown-on-Spey. We journey north through the Kingdom of Fife to Lindores Abbey, a modern distillery built on the site of Scotland's first recorded distillery in 1494. Discover the area's historic legacy blended with innovation and sustainability in their fine whisky. Continuing north into Cairngorms National Park, we enjoy a scenic drive and stop in Braemar for lunch and exploration.
Afterwards, we visit the Whisky Castle, a renowned whisky emporium offering over 600 malts. Sample three Speyside whiskies to experience the region's distinctive flavours. Following this tasting, we traverse Cairngorms National Park before arriving at Grantown-on-Spey, our base for two nights.
Please note: Check-in closes at 08:30 (tour departs at 08:45) - Edinburgh Bus Station Pick Up, Gate J and Gate K, inside Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
Accommodation: Brooklynn Guest House, Garden Park, Ravenscourt
or similar
Day 2: Grantown-On-Spey
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, we dive into Scotland's renowned whisky region. Our first stop is Cardhu Distillery, founded by Helen Cumming, the first woman to pioneer a distillery. Today, Cardhu plays a pivotal role in Johnnie Walker Black Label. Following lunch in Aberlour, we journey along the Spey River to Craigellachie for a glimpse into the whisky-making process at the Speyside Cooperage. Continuing our scenic drive towards the coast, we visit Glen Moray, offering a taste of whisky aged in various casks. If time allows, we may pause at Sueno's Stone for a quick photo of this remarkable Pictish standing stone before returning to Grantown-on-Spey.
Accommodation: Brooklynn Guest House, Garden Park, Ravenscourt
or similar
Day 3: Grantown-On-Spey
Meals Included: Breakfast
Grantown-on-Spey - Pitlochry - Edinburgh. In the morning, we indulge in whisky and chocolate tasting at Dalwhinnie Distillery, nestled amidst stunning mountain scenery in the Cairngorms National Park. Afterwards, we depart the Highlands and travel south to Pitlochry, a charming town in the heart of Perthshire. Here, we have time to explore shops, restaurants, and cafes and enjoy some lunch.
Continuing our journey, we pause for a walk among majestic Douglas firs in the Hermitage, a picturesque forest with a cascading waterfall. Then, we visit the quaint village of Dunkeld before our final whisky experience. Our return journey takes us over the Firth of Forth, where we admire the magnificent South Queensferry bridges before reaching Edinburgh.
Please note: This tour ends at 18:30 - Edinburgh Bus Station Drop Off, Gate J and Gate K, Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ
What's Included
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Accommodation
Simple guesthouses (hotel upgrade available) -
2 breakfasts
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2 nights simple guesthouse (hotel upgrade available)
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Escorted by a local driver-guide
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Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning
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Tour and tasting at Lindores Abbey Distillery
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Exclusive Tasting Flight at Glen Moray Distillery
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Flavour Journey tour and Tasting at Cardhu Distillery
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Tour of Speyside Cooperage
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Masterclass tasting at Dalwhinnie Distillery
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All road tolls
What's Not Included
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International flights & visas
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Airport transfers (pick up and drop off information can be found in the Trip Notes)
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Meals not specified in itinerary
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Entry fees unless specified
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!
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