Tour of Highland Distilleries: Aberfeldy, Blair Atholl, and Dalwhinnie, with a Stop in Pitlochry

Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery - Departing from Edinburgh, the journey heads north to Highland Perthshire, stopping in the charming town of Aberfeldy. Here, visitors can enjoy a guided tasting of three drams at the Aberfeldy Distillery.

Pitlochry - The tour pauses in the picturesque town of Pitlochry, offering an opportunity for a leisurely walk and lunch before proceeding to the next distillery.

Blair Athol Distillery - Located in Pitlochry, Blair Atholl Distillery is the next destination. Guests will experience a full distillery tour followed by a tasting of three single malts.

Dalwhinnie Distillery - Continuing north, the tour reaches Dalwhinnie Distillery, situated high in the Cairngorm Mountains, making it the highest altitude distillery in Scotland. A guided tasting of three single malts is included here.

Speyside Centre - The journey continues into Speyside, where guests are dropped off at their chosen accommodation for the evening.

Speyside Tour: The Speyside Cooperage and Glenlivet, Cardhu, and Aberlour Distilleries

Speyside Cooperage Visitor Centre - After picking up guests from their accommodation, the tour visits The Speyside Cooperage for a tour, showcasing coopers at work preparing casks. A tasting of the Cooperage’s own single malt follows. Note: The Cooperage is open Monday to Friday; on weekends, the tour begins at Glenlivet with a complimentary dram during lunch.

The Glenlivet Distillery - As one of the first licensed distilleries in the area, Glenlivet has a rich history, including smuggler trails surrounding it. The stop includes a tour and a tasting of three single malts.

Craigellachie - The tour stops in the quaint village of Craigellachie for lunch at the Highlander Inn, a traditional pub offering a selection of over 300 whiskies from around the world.

Cardhu Distillery - Perched above Speyside, Cardhu Distillery was once owned by a smuggler. Now owned by Diageo, the stop includes a guided tasting of three single malts.

Aberlour Distillery - Currently constructing a new visitor center, Aberlour Distillery offers a tasting of three of their exquisite single malts.

Tour of The Macallan, Glenfiddich, and Glenallachie Distilleries before Returning to Edinburgh

Glenfiddich Distillery - As Scotland’s largest producer of single malt whisky, Glenfiddich offers a tasting of two Glenfiddich and two Balvenie single malts in their whisky lounge. Gin is also available for those who prefer it.

The GlenAllachie Distillery - The next stop is Glenallachie Distillery, owned by whisky industry veteran Billy Walker, a member of The Whisky Hall of Fame. Guests can enjoy a tasting of three of their delightful expressions.

Dowans Hotel & Restaurant - After leaving Glenallachie, the tour stops for lunch at The Dowans Hotel in Aberlour, one of the area’s finest hotels.

The Macallan Distillery - The final distillery visit is to the renowned Macallan Distillery, featuring an award-winning visitor center. Guests can enjoy a guided tasting of three single malts at the bar. Note: The Macallan is open to visitors Thursday to Sunday.

The House of Bruar - On the return journey through the Cairngorm Mountains to Edinburgh, the tour stops at The House of Bruar for a restroom break. Known as the Highlands’ Harrods, a 30-minute stop is planned, with the option for more time if desired.

Edinburgh - The tour is expected to return to Edinburgh between 6pm and 6:30pm, with drop-off at guests’ accommodation or chosen city destination.

• Bottled Water
• Drink - Tours and tastings at 9 Distilleries , a total of 27 Drams in the 3 day Tour
• Speyside Cooperage Tour from Mondays to Fridays only

• Food - Lunches , Dinners and Breakfast

This fantastic 3-day tour takes travelers from Edinburgh through the Highlands to Speyside. During this journey, participants will visit 3 Highland Distilleries and 6 Speyside Distilleries, including three of the largest and most renowned: The Macallan, Glenfiddich, and Glenlivet. Additionally, the tour includes visits to smaller, lesser-known distilleries such as Aberfeldy and Glenallachie. Throughout the 3 days, guests will enjoy tastings of at least 27 single malts. The tour also includes a visit to The Speyside Cooperage, where visitors can observe Coopers crafting casks firsthand. Guidance on accommodation options is available, tailored to meet expectations and budget, with many reasonably priced options. This tour can be customized to suit individual preferences.

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