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Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside

Whisky Tour

  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
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  • Tour ID:
    1595
  • Tour theme:
    Whisky Tours,
  • Duration:
    7 Days / 6 Nights
  • Starts from:
    Glasgow, Edinburgh
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  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay and Speyside

Tour Description

Go Scotland Tours arranges private tours for through-out Scotland. We can cater to your request and customize an itinerary. On this tour we have combined 2 popular whisky regions. We start with a trip to the famous whisky Isle of Islay. This can include such distilleries as Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Ardbeg, Bunnahabhain and Kilchoman. Next we head to Speyside for whisky from a sweeter spectrum. This can include such distilleries as Glenfiddich, Glenlivet, Cardhu, Cragganmore and more.

Below is a suggested itinerary, although this can be tailor-made to your request. The itinerary is subject to change depending on availability and day of the week…

Day 1: Your professional whisky guide can meet you in Edinburgh or Glasgow. We will being our journey to the West Highlands. Along the way you have the option to stop at Auchentoshan Distillery for a tour and tasting. Then we go to Inveraray and it’s fairytale castle (closed Tue/Wed). Eventually we make our way to the ferry port at Kennacraig reaching Islay about 8pm.

Day 2 and 3: Enjoy 2 full days of exploring Whisky Heaven! This small island has 9 distilleries! We will start with the heavy Smoky hitters. See the malting floor at Laphoraig, then a tasting at the popular Lagavulin Distillery. We will also go to Ardbeg to check out the distillery shop.

While on the island we will take a break from whisky to check out some cultural sights. A scenic drive with possible seal and deer sightings to the Kildalton Stone Cross and ruined church.

On the other day we can go to the other side of the island. Kilchoman is the only barley to bottle distillery on the island. We will pay a visit to the farm distillery then go to Bunnahabhain for a special warehouse tasting. If time permits we will go to the shops of Bruichladdich, Coal Ila and Bowmore.

Day 4: The next morning we take the ferry back to the mainland. First we go to Kilmartin Glen to explore the mysterious Standing stones. Then a break in Oban for lunch and to visit the distillery whisky bar. Today is a long journey to reach the Highland Victorian Town of Pitlochry for our overnight stay.

Day 5 and 6: Today we head to the Highest distillery in Scotland; Dalwhinnie, for some whisky and chocolate tastings. After we go to Speyside to explore this fascinating whisky region. Here we will first go to visit Glenfiddich distillery, one of the most popular single malt whiskies in the world. While in this area we will we can also go to the Speyside Cooperage to learn about the ancient tradition of assembling the casks.

The next day we will have the options to go to such distilleries as; Cardhu, Cragganmore, Benromach or Strathisla. The itinerary will depend on availability. We can also stop for a quick visit to the Cashmere shop on Johnstons of Elgin.

Overnights in Aberlour area.

Day 7: In the morning we head to the large whisky producers of Glenlivet. This historic distillery was founded by George Smith with 2 pistols always at his side. After we have scenic drive of the Cairngorms and stop at Braemar for lunch. Continuing the scenic drive through Glenshee. Last stop is at the famous Firth of Forth to view the bridges. Drop off in Edinburgh.

This tour can also be shortened to 5 days or extended to more days if needed. Contact us to start planning your itinerary.

Prices & Dates

What's Included

This is a private tour and prices and details are available upon request. The prices for this tour will depend on your group size and itinerary. We can cater to small groups of 1 to 7 people with a private driver guide. Transportation would either be in a family size sedan car or MB Vito 9 seater. Executive vehicles also available upon request. We are also happy to organise a tour for a larger group with a coach, driver and guide. For more details contact us now!

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Terms and Conditions

NOTICE TO TRAVELLERS
You should be aware that Scotland has particular features which may or may not appeal to you, including weather, food, local customs, etc. There are different living standards and conditions with respect to the provision of utilities, services and accommodation. By buying the particular travel service you have selected, we assume that you have made all reasonable inquiries about the travel service.


TOUR INFORMATION 
The outline of the itinerary must be taken as an indication of what each Group should accomplish and not as a contractual obligation on the part of Go Scotland Tours. Any changes in itinerary may be caused by local political conditions, delays, mechanical breakdown, weather, border restrictions, sickness or other unforeseeable circumstances. No refund will be given for services not fulfilled. It is a fundamental condition of joining the tour described in the itinerary that you accept this flexibility and acknowledge that delays and alterations with resulting consequences, comfort or disappointments are possible.


TOUR INSURANCE PROTECTION 
To protect yourself against cancellation charges, we highly recommend that you purchase Travel & Medical Insurance for your added protection and convenience. We accept no responsibilities for these items.

REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS 
Below are the standard terms of cancellations. For regular tours please refer to each tours individual terms when making the booking online. Be-spoke services terms may vary and change.
Be-spoke (Private) 1 Day Services; private services of only 1 day (tours, transfers, etc..) are non-refundable 1 week prior.
Be-spoke (Private) Multi-day Services; A 75% refund (25% of package price or £200 GBP if 10% of the price lower, the deposit is non-refundable) will be made if cancellations are received a minimum of 60 Days prior to the Tour departure. From 59 to 30 Days 50% of the tour cost is non-refundable. From 30 days prior to departure, 100% of the tour cost is non-refundable.

UNUSED SERVICES 
In case of you are canceling any portion of the tour while en route, there are no refunds for pre-booked hotels, sightseeing tours or any other services or costs. Note: No refunds are made for any unused services including accommodations, sightseeing tours, transportation, etc. with or without notice and the above schedule lists cancellation penalties in effect from time of reservation on any tour or extension. Go Scotland Tours is not responsible for cancelations or delays caused by forces of nature or airlines or cruise line.

CHANGES OF BOOKING
Be-spoke services; Changes made 30 or more days prior of tour start date non-refundable fee of £85 GBP will be charged. Changes made within 30 of tour start date non-refundable fee of £115 GBP.
Regular tours; no charge for changes
Note; charges may vary then what is specified above. This will be discussed at time of change.

CHANGE OF ITINERARY 
No changes can be made in the itinerary as set out in the itinerary once travel has commenced unless confirmed by the Tour organizers in accordance with the provisions listed here. 

CHANGE OF HOTELS OR SERVICES 
Go Scotland Tours. reserves the right to substitute hotels listed for others of a similar category. In the event of any program or hotel changes while you are on the tour, you will be immediately informed and booked in another hotel of the same category. Any costs incurred due to changes made by the tour participants or due to additional services requested will be borne by the tour participants. 

RESPONSIBILITY 
Go Scotland Tours., provide means of fully insured and licensed transportation, and act as agents contracting hotels, meals, or other services and receipts issued are subject to all terms and conditions under which such services are offered or provided. The acceptance of all such documents shall be deemed as consent. Further, Go Scotland Tours. shall assume no responsibility in any way for any injury, loss, accident, or delay that may be caused by either reason or default of any company, agent or person engaged in carrying our arrangements for the tour. Further no responsibility can be accepted for any additional expenses incurred by the passengers due to delays, omissions, rerouting, changes in the schedule of the airlines or other events resulting from improper documents carried by the passenger, or by any act of government or any authority, strikes, civil disturbances, political unrest, acts of God and any act or omission or event while the passengers are not aboard their conveyances. The passenger contract in use when issued by the airline/s concerned shall constitute the sole contract between the airline and the purchaser of this tour and/or other passengers. 


ITINERARY, ACCOMMODATIONS AND PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.


 

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