Speyside Whisky Trails from Inverness

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Highland

Duration

10 hours

Group size

Max 7 guests

Language

English

Location

Highland

Duration

10 hours

Group size

Max 7 guests

Language

English

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•27 reviews

US$550.49 per guest

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Adult x2

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Travel through the heart of Speyside, home to world renowned whiskies amidst beautiful scenery. This is a tour for both the novice and the connoisseur. You can enjoy your tour as much as you possibly can without having to worry about the drive. Your tour will include 1 Distillery tour with any available Distilleries listed in our itinerary. You will then be visiting as many distilleries that you can within the tour duration. They all offer tastings which we leave up to your discretion to enjoy or you can alternatively choose to simply wander about their impressive stunning grounds. We strongly advise against booking distillery tours on your own, as this can disrupt the tour itinerary. However, if you have already made a booking, please let us know in advance so we can adjust our schedule accordingly.

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We strive to provide a safe and fun environment for our guests. Booking with us will mean that you have read, understood and agree to our Guidelines listed below. In this way, we can ensure a smooth tour experience so that you can relax and enjoy the best day-tour with us.
1. Our Tours are Private. This tour requires a minimum of 2 people per booking, maximum 7.
2. A tour reminder alert will be sent to you a few days before your tour. It will be through any of the following: Viator message, Email, WhatsApp or iMessage from +44 7481 590163.
3. We offer pick-up and drop-off within Inverness or enroute.
4. Wear appropriate, comfortable clothing. Waterproof hiking shoes and jackets are highly recommended. Carry-ons/Backpacks are welcome but Luggage space is limited.
5. You can bring lunch or snacks in case we miss restaurants/cafes lunchtime schedule.
6. Minors, Seniors and People with Special Needs must always be accompanied by their respective guardians.
7. We kindly ask that all participants observe mindful public awareness, respect the environment, wildlife and guidelines. Please be conscious about carbon footprint during the tour.
8. For everyone's safety, comfort and well-being, we cannot accommodate the following: i. Children under 5 years old ii. Wheelchair/mobility assistance iii. Anyone with high risk health conditions (i.e expecting a baby, feeling unwell or exhibiting contagious symptoms like cough, sneezing, colds or runny nose). Please do not attempt to join our tour if any one in your group is unwell, recovering or still infectious - your group will be refused service without a refund. We can alternatively offer you another date within the tour season (depending on availability) iv. Any untoward behaviour in general that presents a danger to themselves or others will not be tolerated.
9. We will not to be held liable for any accidents, personal injury, damage or loss of property, missed travel schedules or any appointments thereafter.
10. Photos and videos taken during our tours may be used for promotional purposes.
If you have any medical condition, don't forget to bring your prescribed medication or take them before your tour starts. Bring a bug spray if you are prone to insect bites during summer time, meds for motion sickness, etc. Your health, comfort and well-being will ultimately be up to you.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off within Inverness or enroute

Bottled water

Our fun, experienced Tour Guide is an actual Highlander in a Kilt

Admission fees

1 Distillery Tour

A sanitized, easy to spot luxury vehicle

Lunch

Whisky tastings at Distilleries

1 hour 40 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Glen Moray Distillery

We'll drive through a beautiful country side with views of the Moray Firth for about an hour. You will be greeted with a charming distillery in the town of Elgin. It has a Coffee shop usually frequented by the locals and offers whisky tasting.

We'll drive through a beautiful country side with views of the Moray Firth for about an hour. You wi…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Craigellachie

Stop over for a stroll along the river Spey in this picturesque location. This is a famous Speyside landmark that you might want to take pictures of as one of your Whisky Tour memories.

Stop over for a stroll along the river Spey in this picturesque location. This is a famous Speyside…

1 hour 50 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Dufftown

For lunch, we'll head out to Dufftown. A charming little Speyside town with a great assortment of cafes, restaurants, local shops and excellent Whisky shop with over 600 kinds of whisky. We can alternatively have a meal at a unique train station that has been converted to a boutique place to eat. Frequently visited by locals for their home-made bakes, drinks and traditional cuisine.

For lunch, we'll head out to Dufftown. A charming little Speyside town with a great assortment of ca…

2 hours · Admission Ticket Free

Glen Grant Distillery

A distillery close to nature. Visitors can enjoy a brief walk that leads into their reception with alfresco wine tasting option. A wander into their grand garden and further into the woods with walk ways to an amazing gorge is a must. Here, you can hunt for secret hiding places that the legendary Major Grant hid his favourite collection of whisky.

A distillery close to nature. Visitors can enjoy a brief walk that leads into their reception with a…

40 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Glenfiddich Distillery

Bask in one of Scotland's most famous single malt and award winning distillery. It is one of a few family-owned distilleries in Scotland. Enjoy a dram or two in the Robbiedhu Terrace over looking the Robbiedhu Burn. The Glendiffich Whisky shop is one for the connoisseur.

Bask in one of Scotland's most famous single malt and award winning distillery. It is one of a few f…

1 hour · Admission Ticket Free

Cardhu Distillery

From a farmland, this distillery is sited high up the Mannoch hills softened by the peat of River Spey. Their whisky boasts of smooth, sweet, mellow characters, "Effortless and elegant that flows like the conversation of excellent company"

From a farmland, this distillery is sited high up the Mannoch hills softened by the peat of River Sp…

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Aberlour Distillery Brand Home

Speyside's distilleries to see along the way. Arrangements can be made to stop here if this is one of your favorites.

Speyside's distilleries to see along the way. Arrangements can be made to stop here if this is one o…

40 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Glenfarclas Distillery

One of Speyside's distilleries to see along the way. Arrangements can be made to stop here if this is one of your favorites.

One of Speyside's distilleries to see along the way. Arrangements can be made to stop here if this i…

40 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

The Macallan Distillery

Macallan's reputation as a premium brand is due to several factors: limited production, the use of high-quality ingredients, and meticulous production methods. Their commitment to using exceptionally crafted oak casks, particularly sherry-seasoned casks, also plays a significant role in developing the whisky's unique flavor profile. Its popularity makes it highly in-demand. We can offer to book a tasting slot for you if they have availability, but please note that this must be requested at least 2-3 months before your tour date.

Macallan's reputation as a premium brand is due to several factors: limited production, the use of h…

Pickup Point

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Pickup Details

Travelers who are Out-Of-The-Way: You can send us a message to make arrangements OR proceed to the default meet-up point (St. Mary's Catholic Church at 30 Huntly Street, Inverness IV3 5PR) We will be there waiting for you up to 20 minutes.

Meeting Point

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Huntly Street, Highland Council Scotland, United Kingdom, GB, IV3 5PR

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Look out for a ginger Peugeot Traveller in front of the Church with Aye Tours Scotland logo on it.

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Start Time / Opening Hours

08/11/2024 - 04/10/2027

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SUNDAY

08:30 - 18:30

Free cancellation

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 1 day before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.

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AliLucy04May 2026 • TripAdvisor

Best Speyside Whisky Tour We’ve Ever Taken — Ask for John!

We’ve taken many tours over the years, but this was truly the best one we can remember. Our guide, John, was exceptional — knowledgeable, engaging, and entertaining from the moment we started. He has a gift for storytelling that brings the history of Speyside whisky and the Highlands to life. This was a full‑day tour, yet it absolutely flew by. Every stop felt perfectly timed, never rushed, and always meaningful. We visited four distilleries, including a full tour at Tomatin, a smaller and mor...read more

Response from ViatorMay 06, 2026

Thank you Alina for such a lovely review. We are so glad you both enjoyed your tour with us. The different distilleries are great. The restaurant is exceptional but actually your enthusiasm and sense of fun made the tour for me. All the very best until we see you again.

816audralApril 2026 • TripAdvisor

Amazing Whisky Trail Experience!

John is an amazing guide to Speyside! He is so animated, friendly, and easy-going. We had an absolutely amazing time seeing the countryside and the distilleries. John added history and humor along the way, making the day completely stress-free. I highly recommend the Speyside Whisky Trails tour with John. You will not be disappointed!

Response from ViatorApril 29, 2026

Thank you for your kind review Audra. It was my pleasure to take you both. We like a relaxed tour and are so glad you enjoyed the day. Thanks also for being great craic. Hope to see you back some other day.

Katja BAugust 2025 • TripAdvisor

Super Tag

Ein toller Tag. Vielen vielen Dank an John, der diesen Tag perfekt gemacht hat. Wir haben viel Interessantes erfahren. Alles war super organisiert. Gerne wieder.

AnglophileinLAMay 2025 • TripAdvisor

One tour with John is never enough!

Two years ago, John took my husband and I around the Speyside distilleries and we had such an amazing time, I vowed to come back and bring my friends. Today we did it! Four of us ladies packed into the very comfortable van, and went to Balvenie (booked well in advance--I learned from last time!) and Tomatin, our two favorite can't miss distilleries, with a hearty lunch in between, and John and Teri were fantastic as always. Even when the Balvenie tour ran an hour and a half longer than expected ...read more

Response from ViatorMay 26, 2025

Thanks so much for doing a second tour with us, and of course for bringing those fabulous ladies who I have to say were great fun. I am so glad you got to take the tour in Balvenie which is one of the very best out there. All the best to you and the gals John x

Joska212April 2025 • TripAdvisor

Great Whisky Tour!

We had a fantastic time touring the Speyside whisky trail with John. The entire trip was filled with interesting stories, jokes, local history, and of course great whisky. John showed us genuine highland hospitality. We did two other tours while in the region, the tour with John was our favorite by far!

Response from ViatorApril 25, 2025

Highland hospitality and a warm welcome is truly important to us. We so appreciate you enjoyed the tour and were kind enough to leave us a review. All the best until we see you again. SLAINTE MHA!