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Privately Guided Multi Day Tour
3-Day Speyside Whisky Trail
Overview
Whisky and scenery - what more could you need? Speyside is home to over half of Scotland’s malt whisky distilleries.
On this private, fully flexible, 3-day tour, you’ll take in some of Scotland's most stunning sights whilst exploring five world-renowned whisky distilleries and discovering the process of of how Scotland’s most iconic single malts are made, from grain to glass.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Begin with a scenic drive from Edinburgh crossing the iconic Forth Bridges and through the stunning Scottish countryside before arriving at your first whisky experience at Blair Atholl Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest working distilleries, renowned for its rich, mellow single malts. Enjoy a relaxed lunch break en route before arriving at Dalwhinnie Distillery, one of the highest distilleries in Scotland and framed by the stunning landscape of the Cairngorms National Park, it’s been crafting sophisticated Highland single malt Scotch since 1897.
- Personal pick-up from your Hotel
- Cross the iconic Forth Bridges
- Visit Blair Atholl Distillery — one of Scotland's oldest working distilleries
- Relaxed scenic lunch break along the way
- Tour Dalwhinnie Distillery, crafting Highland single malt since 1897
- Take in the Cairngorms National Park scenery surrounding Dalwhinnie
Day 2:
On the second day, you’ll be taken on an immersive journey through two of Speyside’s most iconic whisky distilleries. First, explore the world-famous Glenfiddich Distillery, one of the few remaining family-owned distilleries in Scotland and home to the world’s best-selling single malt. After a leisurely lunch you will visit Cardhu distillery, successfully run by two generations of pioneering women. Helen and Elizabeth Cumming were treasured for their determination, skill, generosity, and loyalty to the community, forever defining Cardhu as a whisky with heart. This was the first distillery to partner with John Walker & Sons.
- Glenfiddich Distillery - Home to the world's best-selling single malt
- Leisurely lunch break before the afternoon continues
- Visit Cardhu Distillery, pioneered by two generations of women
- Speyside Cooperage
- Old Craig Bridge
Day 3:
On the final day, you’ll discover a number of hidden gems as you make your way back through the heart of Speyside. Enjoy a tranquil lunch at one of several local eateries along the route before arriving at Lindores Abbey Distillery. On the journey back to Edinburgh, you can sit back and relax as you enjoy the beautiful scenery, reflecting on the memories you’ve made.
- Dunkeld
- The Hermitage
- Lunch with Scenic Views
- Lindores Abbey Distillery
- Falkland
- Hotel Drop Off
Inclusions
- 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 Minivan with 5G WiFi
- Access to attractions
- Premium 4-Star Accommodation (incl. Breakfast)
- *Pricing is based on two adults sharing a premium double room. Additional guests only pay for extra rooms, making it more cost-effective per person.
- Meals & Drinks (unless otherwise stated)
- Guide Gratuity/Tip
We can make any tour custom to your needs and itinrary. Reach our to day and let us shape the perfect trip.
FAQs
You're free to shape the line-up. Because the tour is private, your guide can tailor which distilleries you visit to your tastes, balancing famous Speyside names with smaller craft gems, subject to availability on the day.
At each distillery, tours and tastings are arranged and chosen to suit your group, so you only do the experiences you want. Your guide books your preferred tastings as you go.
This tour suits most fitness levels. You'll travel by comfortable private vehicle, with optional walks that range from gentle strolls around standing stones to longer hikes on Skye, all taken at your own pace.
Completely. Every Hopscotch tour is fully private, just for your party, with the route and pace shaped around your interests, whether that's whisky, scenery or a relaxed, unhurried day.
You'll stay in hand-picked 4-star accommodation with breakfast, right in the heart of Speyside whisky country, and we'll collect you door-to-door from your hotel each day.





















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