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The 15 Best Highland Whisky Tours from Edinburgh & Inverness

51 tours  ·  from $18 a head

Long drives, big scenery and a working distillery at the end. The 15 below are compared on how much of the day is in the coach, whether the distillery admission is included and what the tasting amounts to when you arrive.

Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission - Pitlochry gives you lunch and breathing room
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Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission

1.Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 641 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $80Our pick

Travel from Edinburgh in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Dunkeld, the Hermitage, Pitlochry and Queen’s View before a tour and tasting at Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery. Expect light walking, scenic roads, free time for lunch and a full 10-hour day.

“The tour was amazing if you’re looking for a quick trip to the Highlands. Stop at multiple small towns/villages and hiking locations in the Highlands. Views from the drive are incredible and look like a movie. The Dewars Distillery Tour and tasting is just an added bonus to the trip. Shea, our tour guide, was fantastic and had lots of knowledge on the areas visited including Edinburgh and shared lots of very interesting facts. She was a an amazing tour guide and super sweet!! 5 STARS!”

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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting - Crossing the Forth into Perthshire
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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting

2.From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 628 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $63

Travel from Edinburgh in a small minibus through Perthshire, stopping at Dunkeld, the Hermitage woodland, Pitlochry, and Queen’s View. Your English-speaking guide, such as Duncan, Graeme, or Kylie, adds Scottish stories and music before a guided Dewar’s whisky tour and tasting.

“We had a wonderful trip with our tour guide, Graeme. His enthusiasm was infectious, and he truly brought Edinburgh and Scotland to life for us. He shared a wealth of fascinating facts, captivating stories, and quirky anecdotes that added so much color and depth to our experience. Graeme’s passion for the history and culture of the region made the tour not only informative but also thoroughly enjoyable.”

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Scenic Walk, Glencoe & Whisky Day Tour - Whisky with a clear limit on expectations
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Scenic Walk, Glencoe & Whisky Day Tour

3.Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Scenic Walk, Glencoe & Whisky Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 393 reviews · from $101

Travel from Edinburgh in a small group of up to eight with guides such as Mark, Richie, Owen, Karen, or Georgie. See Hermitage Waterfalls, Cairngorms, Loch Ness, Glencoe, Highland cows, and Loch Lomond, with one whisky dram included and an optional boat cruise.

“Mark was a fantastic guide! The drive took was through some stunning Scottish landscapes!”

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Glasgow: Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate - Arriving from Glasgow and finding the distillery
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Glasgow: Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate

4.Glasgow: Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 299 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $51Best value

Visit Glengoyne Distillery, 14 miles from Glasgow, for a 90-minute guided tour of its traditional whisky-making rooms. Learn why its stills run slowly, visit No. 1 Warehouse, then taste three single malts with Scottish chocolates. Guides such as John, Aden, and Rebecca make the technical story easy to follow.

“Our tour guide was fabulous. We felt very welcome and learned a lot about the property and whiskey.”

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Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish - Dunkeld and the River Tay
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Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish

5.Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 297 reviews · from $76

Travel from Edinburgh in a small group of up to eight, always with a Spanish-speaking guide such as Jonny, Ruth, or Javi. Walk through Highland forests, visit Queen’s View, Killin, Stirling, the Kelpies, and Blair Athol Distillery. Lunch is not included, and Stirling Castle is viewed from outside.

“Jonny was our guide on this excursion, and he was incredible! He took us to tons of places and did everything in Spanish. He recommended an incredible restaurant with traditional food, and it was amazing! Highly recommended and one of the best tours we've taken!”

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From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Whisky Tour - Meeting in Edinburgh and heading toward Glasgow
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From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Whisky Tour

6.From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Whisky Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 266 reviews · 10 hours · from $75

Travel from Edinburgh with an English-speaking driver-guide to Clydeside Distillery, Loch Lomond, and Stirling. You’ll hear lively Scottish history, taste whisky for an extra £18.50, and have time for the castle, lake shore, lunch, and countryside views.

“Very good trip to Stirling and the Ooch Lomond area. Our guide, Graham, was full of good information and entertaining as well.”

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Scotland's Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh - The Kelpies: a dramatic 20 minute opening stop
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Scotland’s Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh

7.Scotland’s Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $90

Leave Edinburgh at 8:15 am for a full day through Highland scenery. See the Kelpies, pass Loch Earn and Loch Lomond, visit Glenturret Distillery, walk to Black Linn Falls, and explore Dunkeld. A guide such as Dusty, Louise, Paul, or Duncan leads the day, with whisky extras at your own cost.

“Wonderful tour. Beautiful countryside. Whisky tour was worth it. The guide's knowledge was a little questionable.”

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Stirling Castle, Highland Lochs & Whisky Tour from Edinburgh - Stirling Castle: royal rooms and a tightly timed visit
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Stirling Castle, Highland Lochs & Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

8.Stirling Castle, Highland Lochs & Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 204 reviews · 10 hours · from $94

Travel from Edinburgh in a Mercedes mini-coach with up to 16 passengers. Explore Stirling Castle, see Highland cattle, choose a Loch Lomond boat trip or viewpoint walk, then tour and taste whisky at Glengoyne. Guides such as Iain, Angela, Keith, and Graham are known for history, humor, music, and local stories.

“The greatest story-teller of all the guides of the world. And who teaches us things while amusing us! Special thanks for our amazing guide : the fantastic .... Andy !”

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From Inverness: Cairngorms National Park and Whisky Tour - Dava Moor and the first views of the Cairngorms
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From Inverness: Cairngorms National Park and Whisky Tour

9.From Inverness: Cairngorms National Park and Whisky Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 172 reviews · 9 hours · from $60

Travel from Inverness into the Cairngorms with a Rabbie’s guide, stopping in Carrbridge, at Loch Morlich, and in Aviemore before a Tomatin Distillery tour and whisky tasting. Expect a small-group minicoach, scenic roads, free time outdoors, and lively Highland stories from guides such as Amy, Duncan, and Gregor.

“Enjoyed Cairngorm Park but the Tomatin distillery was great. Eilidh was super!”

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1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour - Glencoe: beauty with a difficult past
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1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

10.1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · 12 hours 25 minutes (approx.) · from $68

Travel from Edinburgh through the Highlands with a Hairy Coo driver-guide, stopping at Deanston Distillery, Glencoe, Fort Augustus, the Commando Monument, and Pitlochry. Expect long scenic drives, live stories, whisky tasting options, and a small-group feel, with a 7:30 PM return estimate.

“What an amazing and memorable day! The Whisky Tour was interesting and samples were great. So much to see and many chances to take photos. Colin regaled us with fascinating and humorous stories from Scotland's rich history and also showed many spots made famous in films. Was a nice smaller group and a relaxing day. Would recommend to anyone.”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour - Edinburgh - Crossing the Queensferry Crossing into the Highlands
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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour – Edinburgh

11.Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour – Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $90

Leave Edinburgh at 8 a.m. for a 12-hour Highland loop with stops at the Hermitage, Loch Ness, Glencoe, Tyndrum, and Kilmahog. Guides such as Cameron, Harris, Richie, and Pete combine Scottish stories with practical help. A Loch Ness cruise and whisky tasting cost extra.

“We had a lovely day on the tour. So many highlights seeing some absolutely stunning sights. The small tour size was lovely and our guide, Cameron (who was knowledgeable, kind, and fun) made sure the day was maximized. What a fantastic experience!”

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From Edinburgh: Full Day Scottish Highlands and Whisky Tour - The Kelpies: a dramatic first stop near Falkirk
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From Edinburgh: Full Day Scottish Highlands and Whisky Tour

12.From Edinburgh: Full Day Scottish Highlands and Whisky Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 136 reviews · 9 hours · from $72

Travel from Edinburgh in a small group with an English-speaking guide and multilingual audio options. Visit the Kelpies, take an optional tour and tasting at Glenturret Distillery, walk to Black Linn Falls, and explore Dunkeld Cathedral and the River Tay. Guides such as Steve, Laura, Paul, and Dusty have led recent departures.

“Nice trip and the guides were awesome. Loved the stories about Scottish history ❤️ The bus could have been a little more comfortable… The seats were to small/tight. Other than that, loved the tour 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️👍🏻😘”

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Inverness: Loch Ness, Outlander & Whisky Distillery - Loch Ness and the ruins of Urquhart Castle
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Inverness: Loch Ness, Outlander & Whisky Distillery

13.Inverness: Loch Ness, Outlander & Whisky Distillery

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 115 reviews · 9 hours · from $80

Spend nine hours touring the Highlands from Inverness with guides such as Sonja, Donnie, Amber, and Willie. Cruise Loch Ness, explore Urquhart Castle, pause in Beauly, taste whisky at Glen Ord, walk Culloden Battlefield, and see Clava Cairns.

“The itinerary was great. Going to Culloden was very interesting, but I liked Clava Cairns best because of my interest in archaeology. Could have used an extra half hour where we stopped for lunch because we had no time to explore after eating.”

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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow - Stirling Castle and Scotland’s royal past
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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow

14.Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 7 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Travel from Glasgow in a small minibus to Stirling Castle, Balmaha, Loch Lomond, and Glengoyne Distillery. Your guide leads a short Highland walk and shares Scottish history, folklore, wildlife, and local culture. Guides have included James, Jim, Calum, John, Jenny, and Rachel.

“We love that tour because we add a great tour guide name John who told us many interesting story and his history background make him very knowledgeable. We enjoy the views and the laughs. Thanks for this great expérience!”

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Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies, Whisky & Highlands Tour - Stirling Castle and Scotland’s royal story
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Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies, Whisky & Highlands Tour

15.Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies, Whisky & Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 73 reviews · from $108

Travel from Edinburgh in a group of up to eight with an English-speaking guide to Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, Glengoyne Distillery, and the Kelpies. You’ll get Scottish history, a short park walk, whisky, and plenty of road time in one full day.

“An absolutely amazing tour with an absolutely amazing guide!! Whichever question, Cal had an answer to it and he made the tour a wonderful experience. The maximum size of the group attending (eight) made it very personal and it felt like we've known each other for quite some time. We strongly recommend it!!”

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