Overview
Scotland is world renowned for its production of the finest single malt whisky. Each single malt whisky boasts its unique taste and characteristics, influenced by the wonderful natural spring water so abundant throughout the country.
The production methods for each single malt has been meticulously preserved through tradition and guarded by the distillery. Their traditional production methods and fine ingredients creates the subtle differences and intricate flavours which differentiates one malt whisky from the next.
Happy Tours will take you to visit some of the most wonderful Speyside whisky distilleries so you can learn their secrets, and taste their wares.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional Kilted Tour Guide
Air Conditioned vehicle - Land Rover or Minibus
Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
Private Transportation
Lunch
Whisky tastings costs
Gratuities
Whisky Tour costs
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet in front of the Columba Hotel or pick-up from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route. Meet at 8am
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Minimum age is 18 years
What to expect
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Happy Tours
15 min
Tours meet at 9:00 am for leaving at 9:15am from the front of the Columba Hotel
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Glen Moray Distillery
1 hour 30 min
Firstly , a tour and tasting at Glen Moray Distillery in Elgin takes us back to the traditional. A change in ownership in 2008 has seen the distillery go “back to basics” and produce a quality, uncomplicated Speyside single malt. The “Elgin Heritage” range is the result, comprising of a 12-, 15- and 18-year-old single malt that does not disappoint.
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Glenfiddich Distillery
1 hour
Then it's onwards to our next distillery. It’s said that “Rome was built on seven hills, and Dufftown stands on seven stills”. One of those stills is the world famous Glenfiddich Distillery, next on our itinerary for a whisky tasting. Glenfiddich is one of the few distilleries that remains family owned, producing a distinctive single malt developed by generations of “maverick whisky makers”. Today, Glenfiddich is the most awarded Single Malt Whisky, a testament to the distillery’s uncompromising methods.
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1 hour
Stop here for some lunch and to marvel at the bar built in 1896 and designed to resemble a small ship
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Cardhu Distillery
30 min
We leave the rugged Highlands behind, and begin our journey through the lush Spey Valley, passing golden barley fields on our whisky trail, one of the three key ingredients used in the magic of single malt whisky production.
Enjoy a tasting at Cardhu Distillery, which was established in 1824 by former whisky smugglers, John and Helen Cumming. In the days of the couple’s illicit distilling, Helen would fly a red flag to warn the neighbours that excise men were lodging with them at their farm. Cardhu Distillery was one of the first to partner with John Walker & Sons. It has remained in this family for 200 years, carefully producing the “elegant, smooth, sensual character of Cardhu” single malt whisky. -
Glenfarclas Distillery
1 hour
Since 1865 Glenfarclas has been owned and managed by just one family, The Grants of Glenfarclas
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Speyside Whisky Full Day Private Tour from Inverness
Can I cancel Speyside Whisky Full Day Private Tour from Inverness for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 hours.
Where does it start?
Meet in front of the Columba Hotel or pick-up from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route. Meet at 8am
What's included?
- Professional Kilted Tour Guide
- Air Conditioned vehicle - Land Rover or Minibus
- Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation if in Inverness or en route
- Private Transportation
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Whisky tastings costs
- Gratuities
- Whisky Tour costs
Which places does it visit?
It visits Happy Tours, Glen Moray Distillery, Glenfiddich Distillery, Cardhu Distillery, Glenfarclas Distillery.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
The minimum age is 18 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Happy Tours Scotland Ltd
