Speyside Whisky Trail Tour

Tour ID: 1125 Tour Theme: Whisky Tours This tour starts from: Edinburgh Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
	Operated by: Rabbies Trail Burners

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Tour Description:

A warm welcome awaits you in Speyside, home to more than half of Scotland's malt whisky distilleries. Your 3 day adventure allows you to sit back and let us do the driving whilst you visit some of the finest whisky distilleries in Scotland and enjoy the magnificent scenery of Cairngorm, Speyside and Royal Deeside.

DAY 1: EDINBURGH - DUNKELD - PITLOCHRY (DALWHINNIE DISTILLERY) - CAIRNGORM NATIONAL PARK - GRANTOWN ON SPEY
Departing from Edinburgh at 09.00 your three-day Scotch Whisky adventure starts with the journey north into the Highlands. The first stop will be the historic village of Dunkeld for a short walk through the forest to some atmospheric waterfalls. After lunch in Pitlochry you will make your first distillery visit at Dalwhinnie – the highest distillery in the country and the closest to the source of the River Spey. From here you follow the river north through the Cairngorm National Park to the small town of Grantown on Spey - your base for the next two nights.

DAY 2: GRANTOWN - BENROMACH DISTILLERY - ELGIN - ABERLOUR -SPEYSIDE COOPERAGE - GRANTOWN
A whole day exploring Scotland’s most famous whisky region. After a scenic drive toward the coast your first stop of the day will be at the family owned Benromach Distillery for a personalised tour. From here it is a short distance to Elgin – home to Gordon and Macphail – one of the world’s leading specialist whisky bottlers and suppliers. Their shop has one of the widest selection of malts you will find anywhere. After lunch in Elgin you will travel back up the Spey to Aberlour for a visit to the distillery there and time permitting make a stop at the Speyside Cooperage in nearby Craigellachie. From here is back to Grantown on Spey.

DAY 3: GRANTOWN - GLENLIVET DISTILLERY - BALMORAL CASTLE - BRAEMAR - PERTHSHIRE - EDINBURGH
Takes you through the beautiful Cairngorm Mountains on route back to Edinburgh. In the morning you will explore Glenlivet - not just a distillery but also a beautiful glen with great walks and wonderful wildlife. Later you will pass by the famous Balmoral Castle and stop in the village of Braemar in the heart of the National Park. From here the route south passes over Scotland’s highest mountain pass then through the Perthshire before arriving back in Edinburgh around 18.30

Please note - itinerary and distillery visits are subject to variation throughout the season and may not be the same described above, however there will always be a minimum of 4 distillery visits during the tour.

For departure details refer to the "Prices, Dates, and What's Included" Section...

Discover the famous Whisky Trail of Speyside!!

Prices, Dates & What's Included:

Departs: 09:00 | Returns: 18:30 approx
Departs Wednesday (April to October 2012)

B&B Double/Twin Room Price £ 239 (GBP)
B&B Single Room Price £ 265 (GBP)

Hotel Double/Twin Room Price £ 295 (GBP)
Hotel Single Room Price £ 326 (GBP)

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The Tour Includes:
- Transportation by top of the range 16 seat Mercedes minicoach for a more personal experience.
Beware other operators claiming to deliver "small group tours" in 29-39 seat midi-coaches. We know it makes a big difference, because we tried touring in larger coaches and your experience wasn't the same and you told us so. That's why we stopped using larger coaches and we are the only 5 star operator in Scotland, who can truly claim to provide you a small group tour experience with a maximum of 16 passengers on tour.
- Forced air ventilation as standard.
- accommodation in B&B or Hotels (options on booking form)
- Services of a professional driver/guide
- All ferry crossings except optional trip to Staffa.
- Discount Card - money off restaurants, shopping and attractions.

Not Included:
- Lunch and refreshments.
- All Visitor Attractions

Important Information:
Because we believe in time off the bus and give you opportunities to take nature walks we recommend you bring suitable clothing and footwear for your tour. Scotland can be a wet place!! If you have mobility problems or special requirements please let us know when booking.

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