Whisky Distillery Private Tour in Speyside Scotland

3 days Free cancellation

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About this activity

This tour goes beyond just visiting distilleries — it’s a journey into the heart of Scotland’s whisky story, combining world-famous names with hidden gems and unforgettable scenery. Unlike larger, rushed tours, our small-group experience allows you to slow down, savor each dram, and immerse yourself in the traditions and landscapes that shaped Scotch whisky.

With distilleries, routes, and hotels personally visited and experienced to ensure the highest quality, you’ll enjoy a perfect balance of iconic brands — from historic Blair Athol to the birthplace of whisky at Lindores Abbey — and meaningful stories.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Operated by: The Whisky Travel Company

Ages: Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Services of a bilingual-speaking tour coordinator/driver (English & Spanish)
Included: 2 dram tasting at The Macallan State
Included: Guided tour and tasting at Glenfiddich Distillery
Included: Guided tour and tasting at Lindores Abbey Distillery
Included: Guided tour and tasting at Blair Athol Distillery
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: 2 nights in a 3-star hotel in Speyside (double room)
Included: Guided tour and tasting at The Glenlivet Distillery

Not included

Not included: Meals
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Distilleries or attractions not mentioned

Itinerary

Day 1 · Into the Highlands – Blair Athol &The Macallan

Blair Athol Distillery

2 hours Admission included

Departing from Edinburgh or Glasgow in the early morning, begin your scenic journey toward Scotland’s whisky heartland. Your first stop is the historic Blair Athol Distillery in the charming town of Pitlochry. Nestled at the gateway to the Highlands, Blair Athol offers a beautifully traditional setting where you’ll enjoy a guided tour and a tasting of 3 drams.
The Macallan Distillery

2 hours Admission included

Just a short 5-minute drive away, visit the stunning Macallan Estate, located on the hills above the River Spey. Marvel at The Macallan’s award-winning architecture and savor a guided tasting flight of 2 drams.

3 star hotel, double room, en suite accommodation

Day 2 · Speyside Classics – The Glenlivet, Glenfiddich & River Spey Walk

The Glenlivet Distillery

2 hours Admission included

Drive southeast for about 45 minutes through beautiful countryside to reach The Glenlivet Distillery. Nestled in the remote Livet Glen, this historic site offers a tour through its still house and warehouses, ending with a tasting of 3 drams.
Glenfiddich Distillery

2 hours Admission included

Continue west toward Dufftown (approximately 45 minutes) to visit the iconic Glenfiddich Distillery. Still family-owned, Glenfiddich blends tradition and innovation in every dram you’ll taste. Enjoy 4 drams after your tour.
Stop 3

40 min

After visiting both distilleries, enjoy a gentle walk along the scenic banks of the River Spey before returning to your hotel.

3 star hotel, double room, en suite accommodation

Day 3 · Where Whisky Began – Lindores Abbey | Return to Edinburgh/Glasgow

Lindores Abbey Distillery

2 hours Admission included

On the final day, leave Speyside behind and journey south toward Lindores Abbey Distillery, located in Fife — about a 3.5-hour drive from Speyside. This modern distillery stands on sacred whisky ground: the very site where the earliest written record of Scotch whisky production was found in 1494.

At Lindores, history and innovation come together. Explore the beautifully designed visitor center, enjoy a guided tour of the state-of-the-art distillery, and raise a final dram beside the ancient abbey ruins where whisky’s story began.

After the visit, it’s time to return — either to Edinburgh or Glasgow (each about 1.5 hours from Lindores) — bringing your Highland whisky journey to a memorable close. Slàinte mhath!

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Pick up at George Street and Frederick Street, park bay in front of The Standing Order, JD Wetherspoons. Time, vehicle and drivers details will be shared 24 hours before the tour begins.

End point

Pick up at George Street and Frederick Street, park bay in front of The Standing Order, JD Wetherspoons. Time, vehicle and drivers details will be shared 24 hours before the tour begins.

Pickup points

The Inn on the Mile
Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Waverley) hotel
The Abbey Hotel
voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG
Rabble Rooms
Ten Hill Place Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh by IHG
Travelodge Edinburgh Central Waterloo Place
Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street
Stay Central Hotel
Travelodge Edinburgh Central

and 71 more pickup points

We will contact you 24 hours before the tour to confirm the pick-up point, and share vehicle details, and your driver’s information. Please make sure to be on time to ensure we can meet all our distillery reservations as planned.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 6 days before	100%
At least 2 days before	50%
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.