3-Day Speyside Whisky Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions

The oldest written reference to whisky mentions this location. Sample a dram at the modern distillery and drink in the history.

Continue north towards the UK's largest National Park, Cairngorms National Park. This will be a stunning drive, so keep your cameras ready. You stop in Braemar and have some time for lunch and a little explore.

After lunch in Braemar, you can sample the delights of the Whisky Castle. This whisky emporium has been selling the finest malt whiskies for over 120 years and is stocking over 600 malts. Savour three Speyside whiskies to get familiar with a distinctive taste of this region.

*Original tour and tasting (includes 3 Whiskies of the core range / special editions) at Glenlivet Distillery included in tour price The beginnings of the Glenlivet Distillery were very bold – it was the first legal distillery in the remote and rugged Glen of the Livet. And it instantly became the most popular. Two centuries on, visitors can uncover their secrets and savour their signature smooth, floral whisky. At the distillery, enjoy an immersive experience in the Process Room and sample three exceptional drams, including exclusive editions available only on site.

After warming up with your first dram, we continue on to Aberlour for lunch.

After lunch in nearby Aberlour, we travel along the Spey River to Craigellachie for a visit to the Speyside Cooperage, where you see another aspect of the whisky making process. This is one of the last barrel-making places in Scotland that still uses traditional methods as well as modern techniques. From shaping to charring, learn the secrets of the craft that goes back 5,000 years as you explore this unique place.

Our final stop is Cardhu, a renowned Speyside malt whisky producer. Hear the story of Helen Cumming, a pivotal figure in the distillery's success, explore how Cardhu became key in blends like Johnnie Walker. And most importantly, embark on their mystery whisky challenge experience that includes a tour of the distillery and tasting of five whiskies.

By now you've become well-versed in whisky tasting, so a visit to Dalwhinnie will take you to the next level as you enjoy a masterclass experience arranged especially for Rabbie's customers; whisky and chocolate tasting. This delectable combination will make you discover the nuances of flavours so characteristic to Dalwhinnie's spirits. You will also get your own souvenir glass to take home with you to commemorate the experience.

We continue south to Perthshire, often referred to as "Big Tree Country, towards the Victorian resort town of Pitlochry for lunch.

We head to the Hermitage, where you can take a fantastic woodland walk amongst majestic Douglas firs and ancient oaks leading up to the stunning Black Linn Falls.

Next, we find the gorgeous cathedral town of Dunkeld situated on the banks of the River Tay. You have the chance to explore the architecturally fascinating cathedral or walk the quaint streets of this picturesque village.