Duration:
1 day
From
£53/ adult

From Aberdeen
4.9/5
Duration:
1 day
Led by:
Expert local guide
Group size:
Max 16 people
Travel by:
Mini Coach
Whether you're a whisky lover or a whisky learner, you're bound to get a taste for it in the beautiful region of Speyside. Home to around 50% of all Scottish whisky distilleries, there's almost too much to see and drink. So on this whisky tour, we help you get the most out of the region by taking you to a distinct distillery. It’s a chance to learn about the incredible history, process, and flavours of Scotland’s national drink.

For 100 years this whisky specialist has been supplying the worlds very best drams.

This once-illicit Speyside single malt scotch whisky distillery was founded in 1811 by a groundbreaking woman and a smuggler

Come for the whisky, stay for the views as you explore the Speyside region.

A noble residence turned base from which to hunt whisky smugglers, there are two histories to explore at this picturesque medieval tower house.

Sit back, relax and gaze on the monumental peaks and glorious glens of the UK’s largest national park, The Cairngorms

Discover the origins of the world-famous casks that contribute their character to Speyside whisky's unique charms, and have a tipple while you're there.
Explore the flavours of Scotland

Pick up time: 8.45am
Location: Aberdeen Bus Station Pick Up, Stance 5, Aberdeen Bus Station, Guild Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6NA

Aberdeen to Corgarff Castle
You leave Aberdeen in the morning and travel through the vast hills of Cairngorms National Park, one of Scotland's most stunning areas and a vital habitat for rare mountain plants and other wildlife. We then arrive in Corgarff where you go for a little walk towards the Corgarff Castle, once a noble residence that in the 18th century was turned into a military base. Its striking white facade and incredible star formation make for epic photos.
Tomintoul and the Whisky Castle
Invigorated by the walk, you head deeper into the national park, as you travel past Cockbridge and Tomintoul. This legendary stretch of road regularly sees the first of the snowy winter weather and crosses the mountain pass known locally as the Lecht. You'll have plenty of time for photo opportunities on this unforgettable route. Then you delve into the home of whisky, the Speyside region. Here, you stop at the Whisky Castle for an optional tutor whisky tasting and lunch. This whisky emporium has been selling the finest malt whiskies for over 120 years and is stocking over 600 malts, so it's a real treasure trove for whisky lovers.
County Moray and Speyside Cooperage
Next, we journey through the lovely County Moray, a region of coastal beauty, historic distilleries, and outdoor adventures. Enjoy beautiful views as we make our way to the Speyside Cooperage, a famous whisky barrel maker here in Scotland, where you'll get to know the history of Scotland's oak casks. From shaping to charring, learn the secrets of the craft that goes back 5,000 years in this fascinating place that still uses many traditional methods.
Cardhu Distillery and journey back to Aberdeen
Then you head to Cardhu Distillery, the first distillery pioneered by a woman, Helen Cumming. Today, Cardhu is the most important whisky in Johnnie Walker's Black Label. Cardhu has come a long way in 200 years. It started as a humble piece of farmland and now creates a Speyside Malt whisky loved worldwide. Go on a flavour journey and finish up with three drams of whisky and a highball cocktail. You leave Cardhu full of appreciation for whisky and arrive in Aberdeen in the early evening. It's now up to you whether you continue the whisky tasting into the night.
You return to Aberdeen at approximately 7pm.
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