Private Tour
Speyside Whisky Trails from Inverness
Overview
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10 hours
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Travel through the heart of Speyside, home to world renowned whiskies amidst beautiful scenery. This is a tour for both the novice and the connoisseur. You can enjoy your tour as much as you possibly can without having to worry about the drive.
Your tour will include 1 Distillery tour with any available Distilleries listed in our itinerary. You will then be visiting as many distilleries that you can within the tour duration. They all offer tastings which we leave up to your discretion to enjoy or you can alternatively choose to simply wander about their impressive stunning grounds.
We strongly advise against booking distillery tours on your own, as this can disrupt the tour itinerary. However, if you have already made a booking, please let us know in advance so we can adjust our schedule accordingly.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We strive to provide a safe and fun environment for our guests. Booking with us will mean that you have read, understood and agree to our Guidelines listed below. In this way, we can ensure a smooth tour experience so that you can relax and enjoy the best day-tour with us.
1. Our Tours are Private. This tour requires a minimum of 2 people per booking, maximum 7.
2. A tour reminder alert will be sent to you a few days before your tour. It will be through any of the following: Viator message, Email, WhatsApp or iMessage from +44 7481 590163.
3. We offer pick-up and drop-off within Inverness or enroute.
4. Wear appropriate, comfortable clothing. Waterproof hiking shoes and jackets are highly recommended. Carry-ons/Backpacks are welcome but Luggage space is limited.
5. You can bring lunch or snacks in case we miss restaurants/cafes lunchtime schedule.
6. Minors, Seniors and People with Special Needs must always be accompanied by their respective guardians.
7. We kindly ask that all participants observe mindful public awareness, respect the environment, wildlife and guidelines. Please be conscious about carbon footprint during the tour.
8. For everyone's safety, comfort and well-being, we cannot accommodate the following: i. Children under 5 years old ii. Wheelchair/mobility assistance iii. Anyone with high risk health conditions (i.e expecting a baby, feeling unwell or exhibiting contagious symptoms like cough, sneezing, colds or runny nose). Please do not attempt to join our tour if any one in your group is unwell, recovering or still infectious - your group will be refused service without a refund. We can alternatively offer you another date within the tour season (depending on availability) iv. Any untoward behaviour in general that presents a danger to themselves or others will not be tolerated.
9. We will not to be held liable for any accidents, personal injury, damage or loss of property, missed travel schedules or any appointments thereafter.
10. Photos and videos taken during our tours may be used for promotional purposes.
If you have any medical condition, don't forget to bring your prescribed medication or take them before your tour starts. Bring a bug spray if you are prone to insect bites during summer time, meds for motion sickness, etc. Your health, comfort and well-being will ultimately be up to you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Glen Moray Distillery
We'll drive through a beautiful country side with views of the Moray Firth for about an hour. You will be greeted with a charming distillery in the town of Elgin. It has a Coffee shop usually frequented by the locals and offers whisky tasting.
Stop over for a stroll along the river Spey in this picturesque location. This is a famous Speyside landmark that you might want to take pictures of as one of your Whisky Tour memories.
What‘s Included
Pick-Up and Drop-Off within Inverness or enroute
Bottled water
Our fun, experienced Tour Guide is an actual Highlander in a Kilt
1 Distillery Tour
A sanitized, easy to spot luxury vehicle
Lunch
Whisky tastings at Distilleries
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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Speyside Whisky Trails from Inverness
Pickup included
Reviews
27 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best Speyside Whisky Tour We’ve Ever Taken — Ask for John!
AliLucy04,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We’ve taken many tours over the years, but this was truly the best one we can remember. Our guide, John, was exceptional — knowledgeable, engaging, and entertaining from the moment we started. He has a gift for storytelling that brings the history of Speyside whisky and the Highlands to life. This was a full‑day tour, yet it absolutely flew by. Every stop felt perfectly timed, never rushed, and always meaningful. We visited four distilleries, including a full tour at Tomatin, a smaller and more intimate distillery that I especially loved. The contrast with the impressive scale of The Macallan, which my husband adored, made the day feel perfectly balanced. I really appreciated experiencing both the large, iconic distilleries and the smaller, character‑rich ones. Lunch in Dufftown was another highlight — delicious, home‑cooked food in a warm and welcoming setting. There’s a great story behind that restaurant, but I’ll let John share it when you book with him. He tells it far better than I ever could. This tour was perfect for us as a couple, but I kept thinking how much fun it would be to come back with friends who would absolutely cherish the experience. It’s the kind of day you want to share with people you love. My only regret is that we didn’t get a photo with John — that’s how fantastic he was. If you’re considering a Speyside whisky tour, don’t hesitate. Book this one. You’ll learn, laugh, taste incredible whisky, and walk away with memories you’ll talk about for years.
Amazing Whisky Trail Experience!
816audral,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John is an amazing guide to Speyside! He is so animated, friendly, and easy-going. We had an absolutely amazing time seeing the countryside and the distilleries. John added history and humor along the way, making the day completely stress-free. I highly recommend the Speyside Whisky Trails tour with John. You will not be disappointed!
Super day
Katja B,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great day. Many thanks to John for making this day perfect. We've learned a lot of interesting things. Everything was super organized. Thank you again.
One tour with John is never enough!
AnglophileinLA,May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Two years ago, John took my husband and I around the Speyside distilleries and we had such an amazing time, I vowed to come back and bring my friends. Today we did it! Four of us ladies packed into the very comfortable van, and went to Balvenie (booked well in advance--I learned from last time!) and Tomatin, our two favorite can't miss distilleries, with a hearty lunch in between, and John and Teri were fantastic as always. Even when the Balvenie tour ran an hour and a half longer than expected (I felt so bad, but John was incredibly gracious about it!). The road trip in between destinations went by so fast with good humor, fun stories, and a good bit of history. Two of us are serious Scotch drinkers, two of us were completely new to Scotch, and we all had the best time and arrived back at our Airbnb laughing so hard. Thank you John for another unforgettable experience that's the highlight of our trip. Thank you Teri for being so responsive and helpful. You two are an incredible team. Until next time!
Great Whisky Tour!
Joska212,Apr 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time touring the Speyside whisky trail with John. The entire trip was filled with interesting stories, jokes, local history, and of course great whisky. John showed us genuine highland hospitality. We did two other tours while in the region, the tour with John was our favorite by far!
A full day experience with John and Whiskey
kevinwU7525BO,Nov 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing day!! It was more than I expected from the tour. John was so kind and giving. Telling great stories along the entire day experience. He did all the little things that makes this experience exceptional!!
Highlander Whisky Trip!!
237bridgetl,Nov 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was very good! Got to learn about the scottish and highlander culture from the amazing driver John; as well as learn about the whisky making that goes on in speyside. The views were incredible and John did such a great job driving us around and taking us to the best distilleries as there is so many to pick from! Would definitely recommend for small groups who want to have a good time!
Speyside Whiskey Trip
Shahoo,Nov 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing, wonderful, and fantastic day we had on the Speyside tour!!!! John was over the top awesome and we all enjoyed ourselves immensely!!! 😊🙌🥳 What made this an amazing day was absolutely the personable personality of John. He made everything extra special with samples of multiple whiskeys, his commentary about the Highlands and the distilleries, and the flexibility of the whole day. Wherever you want to go, John would make that happen. Can’t say enough great things about the ease of booking all the way to drop off. Everyone, DO THIS TRIP!!! Thank you!!!
Great day in the Highlands and Speyside
W5348ADmaryr,Oct 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. He took our input on distilleries we wanted to visit and introduced to lesser known gems.
Great service
James S,Jul 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00John was kind, helpful, and as flexible as I needed. He took me as close as possible because of my disability and smoothed the way everywhere.
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