Historic Scottish whisky distillery in Highland valley with mountains and river.

Privately Guided Day Tour

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Highland Perthshire and Whisky Private Day Tour

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Up to
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9hrs (9am - 6pm)
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From
Edinburgh

Overview

What you will see on this tour.

One of our most popular whisky tours, experience the very best of Highland scenery, history, and whisky on this private full-day tour from Edinburgh! Your private guide collects you from your Edinburgh hotel and heads north into the heart of Perthshire, the landscape lifting as Scotland's Big Tree Country unfolds around you.

Pitlochry is your first stop, one of Scotland's most beloved Victorian towns, before a short detour into The Hermitage woodland brings you to the spectacular Black Linn waterfall. Queen's View follows — the celebrated panorama above Loch Tummel that stopped Queen Victoria in her tracks, and still does.

The road continues to Aberfeldy Distillery, where a guided tour and tasting reveals the craft behind one of Perthshire's finest single malts, followed by lunch in the lochside village of Kenmore at the head of Loch Tay.

The afternoon winds south through Killin, where the Falls of Dochart tumble through the heart of the village, before dropping into Callander — the cheerful gateway to the Highlands — for a final coffee stop before your guide returns you comfortably to your Edinburgh hotel, filled with unforgettable Highland memories.

Pickup Info
Every tour includes complimentary door-to-door service. Your guide meets you outside at your hotel (or other accommodation) ready to start your day. At the end of the tour, we drop you back. No meeting points, no hunting for a coach stop - just a relaxed experience from start to finish.

Itinerary

Morning
Pitlochry, Perthshire & the Shores of Loch Tay

Hotel Pick-up
Your own personal guide will pick you up right outside your hotel, usually arriving 10 minutes before your tour begins, ensuring a warm and seamless start to your experience.

Pitlochry
Your first stop is Pitlochry, one of Scotland's most beloved Victorian towns. Bursting with independent shops, cafés and a beautiful riverside walk along the Tummel, it's the perfect place to stretch your legs and get your bearings before the day properly begins.

The Hermitage
A short detour from Pitlochry brings you to The Hermitage, a dramatic woodland gorge planted with some of the tallest trees in Britain. A short walk through the forest leads to the spectacular Black Linn waterfall, one of the finest natural stops in Perthshire and a place that rewards those who take a moment to linger.

Queen's View
Continuing west, you'll arrive at Queen's View, the celebrated panorama above Loch Tummel that has drawn visitors since Queen Victoria herself stopped to take it in. The views across the loch to the mountains beyond are among the finest in the Highlands — your guide will bring the history of this remarkable landscape to life as you take it all in.

Aberfeldy Distillery
The road continues to Aberfeldy, home to one of Perthshire's finest distilleries. Your guided tour takes you through the full whisky-making process from grain to glass, with a tasting of Aberfeldy's celebrated single malt to follow — a highlight of the day for whisky lovers and first-timers alike.

Afternoon
Lunch, Whisky at Aberfeldy & the Road Home

Kenmore
Next, you'll travel to the lochside village of Kenmore at the head of Loch Tay — a perfect spot for lunch, with spectacular views over the water and the hills beyond. Your guide will provide a variety of lunch options to suit every taste and dietary preference.

Lunch
Your guide will provide you with a variety of lunch options, ensuring there's something to suit every taste and dietary preference.

Killin & the Falls of Dochart
After lunch, the route heads south to Killin, where the Falls of Dochart tumble dramatically through the very heart of the village — white water rushing over ancient rocks with the mountains as a backdrop. It's one of the most photographed spots in Perthshire, and rightly so.

Callander
Your final stop before returning to Edinburgh is Callander, known as the Gateway to the Highlands. Bursting with coffee shops, gift shops and a fantastic whisky shop, it's a lovely place to round off the afternoon — with a stroll along the River Teith and views of Ben Ledi and the Crags to send you on your way.

Drop Off
Sit back and relax as your personal guide returns you to your hotel, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free end to a memorable day in the heart of Perthshire.

Inclusions

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What's Included
  • Complimentary Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off Service
  • Privately Guided Tour – Just for you and your group
  • Experienced Local Guide Every Step of the Way
  • Luxurious, Premium Mercedes V-Class
  • A Full Day of Touring
  • Fully Customisable - built around you
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Not Included
  • Lunch; your guide will recommend both sit-down and grab-and-go options
  • Attraction Tickets
  • Guide Tip

You can add Distillery tickets during checkout.

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FAQs

Which distillery will we visit?

You'll visit the celebrated Aberfeldy Distillery, renowned for its smooth, honeyed single malt and its strong connection to the local landscape and its water source, the Pitilie Burn.

Who drives, so we can enjoy the tasting?

Your guide is also your driver, so everyone can relax and enjoy the whisky tour and tasting without a worry. The driving is entirely taken care of.

What scenery does this tour cover?

This is one of Scotland's most beautiful corners, taking in the deep waters of Loch Tay, the rushing Falls of Dochart at Killin, the pretty village of Kenmore and the ancient landscape of Sma' Glen.

Is there a minimum age for the tasting?

Guests taking part in the whisky tasting must be 18 or over, in line with Scottish licensing law. Younger guests are welcome to join the distillery tour and the day's sightseeing.

What happens if the distillery is fully booked?

During peak times the distillery may be fully booked or unable to run a tour at a time that fits your day. If that happens, we'll arrange an alternative tour at a comparable distillery.

Book your private tour

25% deposit to book. We'll remind you when your balance is due (28 days before travel) and send a simple link to pay online.

Group Price:
£
750
We charge in GBP. USD pricing is just a friendly estimate to give you a sense of cost. Your card issuer's exchange rate may differ at checkout.
You can secure your booking today with a 25% Deposit
£368
Group Price
£
750
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