The 6 Best Multi-Day Whisky Trails

1.From Edinburgh: Speyside Whisky Trail 3-Day Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 80 reviews · 3 days · from $721Our pick

Spend three days tracing Scotland’s whisky country from Edinburgh in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. Visit Lindores Abbey, Glenlivet, Cardhu, Dalwhinnie, the Speyside Cooperage, and the Whisky Castle, with two nights in Grantown-on-Spey and breakfast included.

“We had an excellent tour. We learnt a lot about whiskey but also due to our very knowledgeable driver (Bruce) we also learnt heaps about Scottish history. He took us on scenic roads and the countryside was stunning. All in all it was a great experience.”

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2.Speyside Whisky Trail 1-Day Tour from Aberdeen

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 40 reviews · 10 hours · from $141

Leave Aberdeen by 16-seat minibus with an English-speaking guide such as Alan, cross the Cairngorms, walk near Corgarff Castle, visit Speyside Cooperage and Cardhu Distillery, and stop at Whisky Castle for optional tasting and lunch. Expect a full 10-hour day with up to 16 people.

“An Excellent, Educational Day Out having never been to a Distillery before even at my age 🫢.. My Son thoroughly enjoyed his day out also.. I recommend this Bus Trip to anyone who has not visited a Cooperage or Whisky Distillery.. Our Lunch stop in Tomintoul was a Good choice visiting “The Whisky Castle” for Expert Advice and Sample various Whisky’s from Scot the owners Shop.. Our Driver Alan was knowledgeable in the History surrounding Aberdeen and Castles and Distilleries on the way over to Spey Side.. He was friendly and helpful, filling our day with extra sights.. Thank You for a Great Day Out..”

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3.Speyside Whisky Trail Day Tour from Aberdeen Including Admissions

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $143

Travel from Aberdeen into Speyside with a guide such as Neil, Chris, Jim, or Doug. Visit Speyside Cooperage and Cardhu Distillery, pause at Corgarff Castle, and stop at the Whisky Castle for lunch and an optional tasting. Expect a long scenic day, not two full distillery tours.

“Our guide Chris was amazing and the whiskey tastings and experiences were awesome. This tour is definitely a highlight of our trip.”

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4.Full-Day Private Speyside Malt Whisky Trail Tour from Grantown-on-Spey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $514Top rated

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide exploring Speyside’s whisky country from Grantown-on-Spey. John and Chris have led days featuring Cragganmore, Glenlivet, Aberlour, Glenfiddich, Glenfarclas, Cardhu, and the Speyside Cooperage. Tastings and entry fees cost extra.

“Great trip along the Malt Whisky trail. John was a great guide. Got us some very good tours and tastings. Had a blast. Would recommend to anyone looking to enjoy the whisky experience.”

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5.The Whiskey Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $90Best value

Follow Gráinne and the Flavour Trails team from Powerscourt Townhouse through Dublin’s whiskey past. You’ll taste six whiskeys in three authentic bars, compare three styles, enjoy food pairings, and walk between stops with an English-speaking guide.

“Granda, I hope I spelt her name correctly, was fabulous! Such a wealth of knowledge and such a fun time! Excellent tour…so glad we went!”

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6.North Whisky Tour: To Highland Malt Whisky Trail +Dunrobin Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours with a local guide such as Tony or Johnny, visiting Clynelish, Balblair, Glenmorangie, Dunrobin Castle, and Dornoch. You get a private vehicle, pickup, snacks, and water, while distillery tours, tastings, castle entry, and lunch cost extra.

“This tour had it all! Whiskey, castles, and even some ice cream from a local ice cream shop! Tony is very personable, knowledgeable, and a true Scotsman. Almost anywhere we went he knew someone! He set up a distillery tour ahead of time and made all of the stops stress free. All of the stops felt very intentional and authentic. We loved the sights and the company and would highly recommend this tour!”

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