Islay & Speyside Ultimate Whisky Experience. Private 5 Day Tour

5 days Free cancellation Private tour

Macallan — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Glenfiddich — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Scotlands rich heritage of Malt Whisky production in two iconic locations over 5 immersive days, guided by an expert driver. This tour is available all year round and includes visits to unlimited number of distilleries. whilst enjoying the stunning beauty of the Isle of Islay and Speyside. This private experience accommodates up to seven guests per vehicle (we can accomodate larger bookings upon request) ensuring a personalized adventure for whisky enthusiasts. Tailor your tour with expert insights and indulge in walk-in tastings at additional distilleries at your leisure.

-4-Night/5 Day private whisky tour with your own driver/guide

Visit a minimum of 7 distilleries, including 3 signature tours
Accommodates up to 7 persons for an exclusive experience (Minimum 3 persons per booking)
Opportunity for walk-in tastings at additional distilleries

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At a glance

Duration: 5 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Top Scottish Tours

Ages: Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation: Luxury Mercedes V class vehicle.
Included: Luxury Hotel Accomodation with full Scottish Breakfast 4 nights
Included: Breakfast
Included: Admission fees: Entry fees to 5 distillery tours with drams are included in cost

Not included

Not included: Return flight Glasgow to Islay
Not included: gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1 · Welcome to Islay

Lagavulin Distillery

8 hours

We begin your ultimate Islay whisky experience with a visit to one of the islands many world class distilleries. You can sample tastings at the visitor centres of your favourite brands and then embark on your first distillery tour of this ultimate whisky adventure at the distillery of your choice. Complete a perfect first day with a delicious dinner after settling in to your handpicked luxury hotel on the island.

Overnight Islay Hotel

Day 2 · Adventure continues

Ardbeg Distillery

8 hours

Day 2 is repeat of day one with you being driven to as many distillery events as you wish. During the tour your driver/guide will transport you in a luxury vehicle , sharing his or her knowledge of Islay whisky and history whilst ensuring you enjoy the beautiful scenery as you travel between distilleries. You will enjoy a further 2 behind the scenes distillery tours on this day.

Overnight Islay Hotel

Day 3 · Speyside Awaits!

The Macallan Distillery

8 hours Admission included

Guests will take the morning flight to Glasgow and be met on arrival by our driver/guide and be transported in comfort to magical Speyside. Over the next 2 days you will visit a minimum of 6 of the regions iconic distilleries and can choose experience tours at 2 of these of your choice. Tastings at all others can be purchased on site. Luxury hotel accommodation with breakfast is included .

Overnight Speyside Hotel

Day 4 · Speyside

Glenfiddich Distillery

8 hours Admission included

Day 4 see s you continue on the tour visiting more world class Speyside distilleries of your choice before a final night with special dinner with more drams at your lovely hotel.

Overnight Speyside Hotel

Day 5 · Return to Glasgow or Edinburgh

Glasgow

4 hours

On day 5 you will end your tour with a delicious breakfast at your hotel before being driven to your chosen destination in Glasgow or Edinburgh for your onward journey home or to continue your Scottish Holiday.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

citizenM Glasgow
Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside by IHG
Glasgow Argyle Hotel, Bw Signature Collection
AC Hotel Glasgow
The Pipers' Tryst Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
Carlton George Hotel
Hilton Glasgow
lyf George Square Glasgow
Merchant City Inn

and 130 more pickup points

Pick up from any hotel or address on Islay. Can also provide transportation from Glasgow or Edinburgh areas to and from Islay at additional cost. Price includes airport or ferry terminal pick up and drop off.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.