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Clan Tour of Speyside Distilleries
4.7
81 Ratings
Highland Council
Embark on a historical journey through Speyside distilleries with GHD Clan. Experience George’s childhood area and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of whisky-making. Book now!
Embark on a historical journey through Speyside distilleries with GHD Clan. Experience George’s childhood area and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of whisky-making. Book now!
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Carrbridge - In Carrbridge, you’ll find the Old Pack Horse Bridge, the oldest known bridge in the Highlands, locally referred to as The Coffin Bridge. It was constructed in 1717 at a total cost of £100. (photo stop 15 mins)
- Grantown-on-Spey - Grantown, as we know it today, is said to have been founded in 1765 after a bridge was built over the…
- Carrbridge - In Carrbridge, you’ll find the Old Pack Horse Bridge, the oldest known bridge in the Highlands, locally referred to as The Coffin Bridge. It was constructed in 1717 at a total cost of £100. (photo stop 15 mins)
- Grantown-on-Spey - Grantown, as we know it today, is said to have been founded in 1765 after a bridge was built over the River Spey to allow soldiers to travel from Corgaff Castle to Fort George. The current population is approximately 2,500 people, and it is home to Grant Castle.
- Glenfarclas Distillery - We can visit or take a full tour. Please note it is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Speyside Cooperage Visitor Centre - Please note that the Cooperage is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy a journey through the lifecycle of the cask with this classic tour. See the highly skilled coopers at work while you relax and enjoy the gift shop. Entrance fee is £10.00 per person.
- Glenfiddich Distillery - Have a dram in the tasting room if available. Just pay for what you drink.
- The Glenlivet Distillery - Drinks only.
- Cardhu Distillery - This is a great visit that tells the story of how whisky was made with surplus grain from all the farms in the area. Tastings only. We always try to be at Cardhu for a 10:15 start time. PLEASE NOTE - This distillery visit is only available on Saturdays and Sundays.
What's Included
- Bottled water included
- Guidance from an authentic Highlander in traditional kilt
- Bottled water included
- Guidance from an authentic Highlander in traditional kilt
What's Not Included
- All entry fees to distilleries , any Food And Drink is NOT INCLUDED
- All entry fees to distilleries , any Food And Drink is NOT INCLUDED
Additional Information
Embark on a journey towards Speyside, which will feel like a trip through time, getting you closer to George’s birthplace. You might notice a subtle shift in his accent as you approach his hometown.
IMPORTANT: Early booking of this tour is advised as it might not always be possible to access all distilleries in a single day due to their high demand….
Embark on a journey towards Speyside, which will feel like a trip through time, getting you closer to George’s birthplace. You might notice a subtle shift in his accent as you approach his hometown.
IMPORTANT: Early booking of this tour is advised as it might not always be possible to access all distilleries in a single day due to their high demand. Nonetheless, George will stretch every nerve to make sure you get to visit and appreciate your chosen distilleries in the area.
Location
Starbucks
Rose Street
You won't miss our Mini bus... Look out for the Highland Cow with it's Tartan hat on the front :)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(81 Ratings)
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542clayt
Aug 12, 2025
George is fantastic! - George Was Outstanding!
Today I had the pleasure of taking a small group whiskey tour guided by George, and I can honestly say it was one of the best tour experiences I've ever had. It was 6 of us in the van with George traveling through Scotland.
From the moment we began, George’s passion for whiskey was infectious. He struck the perfect balance between deep knowledge and entertaining storytelling, making the history, process, and subtle nuances of whiskey not only understandable but truly fascinating. Whether you were a seasoned connoisseur or a total beginner, George made everyone feel welcome and engaged.
He had an incredible way of answering questions with insight and humor, and his enthusiasm never felt forced—it was clear he genuinely loves what he does. The tasting portion was especially memorable, thanks to George’s expert guidance on how to appreciate the flavors and aromas like a pro.
If you’re considering a whiskey tour, I cannot recommend George highly enough. He turned a great tour into an unforgettable experience.
Cheers, George—you were fantastic!
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Pattimg4415px
Aug 12, 2025
Best tour yet! - George was excellent! This was a fun filled day with lots of stories and short stops to other very cool locations. We laughed We drank. We learned. Then we drank a bit more and laughed a bit more. Thank you for an amazing day!
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J3359ngashleyw
Aug 12, 2025
Tasty Tour - George was super friendly and knowledgeable on all Scottish things. He took us for breakfast and lunch at local places and everything was tasty. The whisky tour was an awesome experience! Highly recommend
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Kathrynmu5303aa
Jun 20, 2025
Excellent Tour of Speyside Distilleries and Area - George was very friendly and knowledgeable. Great itinerary, safe driving, very accommodating and made for a very memorable trip. Would absolutely book again with him!
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C_b
Jun 11, 2025
Great Guide and distilleries - Our guide, George, was fabulous! He knew so much about the distilleries and the country. He had a great personality!
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Danielcp7431vc
Apr 18, 2025
Classic highlands tour - George was our terrific kilted guide who really knew his whiskey and the highlands area. He also had a good yarn to keep us entertained along the way
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Lui
Apr 16, 2025
Unbeatable experience on whisky route - We did a distillery and tonnage tour in Speyside with George.
An excellent and pleasant guide and driver with an incredible predisposition.
A true Scottish gentleman and exonerate local knowledge. We were a group of 6 friends. Thank you George!
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Barbara_s
Apr 15, 2025
Just a wee dram! - We had a wonderful day with George, our tour guide. He picked us up promptly. He communicated with us before pick up. He made sure that we ate at an appropriate time. He also made sure that I made it to my favorite distillery (Glenfiddich), but that I also experienced different whiskies as well. He made sure that we arrived for our tours at the distillery and at the cooperage with plenty of time. He also made sure that we arrived back at our hotel in time for our dinner reservation. We couldn’t have been happier! Thank you, George!
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Cheryl
Apr 14, 2025
Great tour - We loved our distilleries tour. George was very informative and helpful. Recommend you book months in advance for some distilleries but let George know what you want. He will make it happen.
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C1796yojamesj
Mar 26, 2025
It was a great way to get immersed in Scottish whiskey. - George was a friendly and knowledgeable guide. I highly recommend the tour and would use George again. He really knows his stuff.
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