Discover Malt Whisky Day Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh
Overview
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9 hours
Mobile ticket
*Includes entry to Glengoyne and Deanston Distilleries in the tour price.
Scotch whisky is ingrained within Scottish culture.
The ancient Scots used it to heal common ailments and keep warm throughout the winter. And now, Scottish whisky exports make up one quarter of the UK’s international food and drink trade.
It’s a fascinating part of Scottish heritage, and on this tour, you learn about it at two distinct distilleries. You visit Glengoyne, a tiny, quaint distillery located at the foot of a delightful hill. And you explore Deanston distillery, a large distillery with a fascinating industrial past.
What’s more is you blend these delicious flavours with a visit to one of the most famous lochs in the whole of Scotland at the Loch Lomond National Park.
So take this tour, sample a delectable range of whiskies, and learn about Scotland’s national drink.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 18 years
This tours will depart from Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure.
Glengoyne Distillery – We reserve tickets for you.
Deanston Distillery - We reserve tickets for you.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
*Please note that Deanston Distillery will be observing silent season from 8th September to 2nd October. During this time, we won’t be able to visit the still house, but the group will spend more time in the warehouse instead, followed by the tasting.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Admission fees - Whisky tastings at Deanston Distillery
The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Admission fees - Tour and Whisky tastings at Glengoyne
Small group (16 people max) for a more personal experience
Gratuities
Meals and refreshments
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance Fees: Unless specified
What To Expect
Glengoyne Distillery
Glengoyne Distillery Tour (with 2 drams of Whisky) included in the tour price. You couldn’t imagine a more idyllic distillery. It sits at the foot of a beautiful hill and houses wonderful copper stills.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Admire the views and take postcard-perfect photos to share with your friends and family.
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Discover Malt Whisky Day Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh
Reviews
284 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Whiskey lover’s dream
Debbie F,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day with knowledgeable guide. Got to try some very good single malt whiskey and see the distilling process first hand. Some really nice scenery on the drive
Great trip!
dannykQ846ZG,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went with Rabbies from Edinburgh to the Glengoyne Distillery and the Deanston Distillery. We had a fantastic day. Craig, our guide for the day, brilliantly connected the trips with his jokes and also knowledge about the areas. Halfway through the day, a spot was reserved for lunch, a beautiful location with a lovely environment. It was very interesting to see how the distilleries differed from each other; you could notice it in everything. For us, it was a bit pricey, but to be brief: it was more than worth the money. Definitely a recommendation!
Whiskey Tour
Clancy P,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Low number of participants was nice. First whisky tour amazing, second was subpar. Lunch was great….
A perfect way to celebrate 30th birthday
Valltomta,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stephen made our sons 30th birthday a memory for life. The trip was well arranged and Stephen guided us during driving in a fun a factfilled way A perfect day for our family and the couple from Denver Colorado who joined us were really friendly.
Well worth it, highly recommended
Ilya M,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour through the countryside on the way to the distilleries. Our tour guide Alistair shared his knowledge of history coupled with entertaining personal anecdotes, all of which enhanced the experience.
Amazing Day Scotch Tasting!
Sean D,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing day! A lot of fun, and great experience overall. 5 out 5 for us. We loved the driver Criag as well. He was very knowledgeable without being annoying.
One of the most professional and safety-conscious tour companies in Scotland.
Sid diaries,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A special shout-out to Alex Mcleer, our driver and guide, whose engaging commentary and warm personality made the journey from Edinburgh to the distilleries both informative and entertaining. The ride was never dull! We especially enjoyed the Glengoyne distillery tour for its depth and charm, though the Deanston experience didn’t quite meet our expectations. Overall, a memorable and well-organized trip.
Best guide ever!
Fred S,
Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing day!! What made it even better was Alex, our guide. His sense of humor, knowledge and compassion made this a truly enjoyable tour.
Whiskey luck
JeanetteL561,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So lovely luck, stopped at 3 bridges for a little break then on to Glengoyne distillery, very good luck, everything was perfect. The staff yes everything, then on to a lunch place very good and quick service, then to distillery no 2 it was good but went a little too fast at the tasting and he who talked was a little too fast in the talk, difficult to keep up.
Thank you!!!
atthef,
Jun 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a lovely time on this tour. Keith, our tour guide, was a wealth of knowledge and kind as could be. Our guide at Glengoyne was a very informative fellow from Spain. Excellent tour there and a beautiful place! Our guide at Deanston was Brian, who show us all such a great time. Again, such a nice learning experience. Many thanks for making our trip to Scotland so much fun!
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