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Dufftown

Welcome to Dufftown, the whisky capital of Scotland! Stroll through this charming village, where the air is rich with the aroma of distilleries. Explore the stunning landscapes, and don’t miss a dram (or two!) at the iconic Glenfiddich. With lively festivals, friendly locals, and picturesque hills, Dufftown is a delightful sip of Scottish joy!

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Glenfiddich Distillery

Welcome to Glenfiddich Distillery, nestled in the picturesque town of Dufftown, Scotland. Get ready to embark on a whisky-lover's adventure! Discover the art of single malt production, indulge in a tasting session, and explore our luxurious whisky shop. With a rich history dating back to 1887, this sensory experience is a must-visit for any true connoisseur. Cheers to a dram-tastic time!

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The Balvenie Distillery

Nestled in the heart of Dufftown, The Balvenie Distillery is renowned for its traditional craftsmanship and unique hand-produced whiskies, offering visitors an unforgettable glimpse into the art of Scotch whisky making.

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Mortlach Distillery

Nestled in Dufftown, Mortlach Distillery is renowned for its rich, complex whiskies and unique 2.81 distillation process, making it a must-visit for enthusiasts seeking an authentic taste of Speyside's whisky heritage.

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Glendullan - Diageo

Famed for its exceptional single malts, Glendullan in Keith offers visitors a taste of Scotland's rich whisky heritage, nestled amid stunning landscapes that enhance every sip.

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Kininvie Distillery

Kininvie Distillery, nestled in Dufftown, is renowned for its rich, smooth single malt whiskies and picturesque setting, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the art of whisky-making in Scotland's iconic Speyside region.

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Balvenie Castle

Step back in time at Balvenie Castle, a picturesque ruin with a rich history dating back to the 13th century. Explore the old walls and towers, imagine medieval feasts in the great hall, and soak in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Don't forget your camera - this place is a true gem for history buffs and adventurers alike!

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Dufftown Clock Tower

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Keith & Dufftown Railway - (Dufftown, Station)

The Keith & Dufftown Railway offers a charming steam journey through Scotland's stunning Speyside, with picturesque landscapes and a rich history, making it a must-visit for railway enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Ben Rinnes

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WhiskyBrother Dufftown

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Mortlach Parish Church

Looking for a dose of history and charm in Dufftown, Keith? Look no further than Mortlach Parish Church! Dating back to the 12th century, this stunning church boasts a beautiful stained glass window and a peaceful churchyard perfect for a leisurely stroll. Don't forget to snap a selfie with the ancient Pictish stone outside!

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Dufftown Golf Club

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Dufftown Highland Games

Transport

The Square

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Dufftown Whisky & Heritage Centre

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Spice of India

Cafe$$$4.6/5

The Cozy Coo

Cafe$$4.5/5

The Coffee Pot

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Castle Chinese Takeaway

Cafe$$$4.6/5

Boogie Woogie

Stays

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Tullich House

Nestled in the heart of Dufftown, Tullich House boasts stunning architecture and rich history, making it an iconic destination for those seeking to experience the charm and heritage of Scotland's whisky capital.

Stay4.9/5

Abbeyfield B&B Dufftown

Nestled in the heart of Dufftown, Abbeyfield B&B offers a charming blend of Scottish hospitality and cozy accommodations, making it an iconic retreat for whisky lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Stay4.85/5

Fife Arms Guest House

Nestled in the heart of Dufftown, the Fife Arms Guest House offers charming accommodations with a blend of traditional Scottish hospitality and modern comforts, making it an iconic retreat for whisky lovers and travelers alike.

Stay4.8/5

The Gables Whisky B&B

Experience the charm of The Gables Whisky B&B in Dufftown, a haven for whisky enthusiasts, boasting an extensive selection and cozy ambiance that perfectly complements the rich heritage of Scotland’s whisky capital.

Stay4.8/5

Dunvegan Bed & Breakfast

Nestled in the heart of Dufftown, Dunvegan Bed & Breakfast offers a charming escape with warm hospitality, delicious homemade breakfasts, and easy access to the stunning landscapes and whisky distilleries of the Scottish Highlands.

Stay4.8/5

Hillside Havens

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Craigellachie Lodge

Welcome to Craigellachie Lodge, a charming and lively retreat nestled in the heart of Craigellachie. With its prime location on Edward Ave, this delightful lodge offers easy access to Aberlour and its famous distilleries. Feel a sense of adventure as you explore the picturesque surroundings, followed by a cozy night's sleep in one of our comfy rooms. Unwind, relax, and embrace the Scottish spirit at Craigellachie Lodge!

Stay4.75/5

Broomhead Cottages

Stay4.75/5

Bridge View B&B

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The Milking Sheds, 1 & 2 Wee-Kalf

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The Tannochbrae of Speyside

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Balvenie Street Self Catering Accommodation

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Dowans Hotel & Restaurant

Nestled in the charming village of Aberlour, Dowans Hotel & Restaurant is a cozy oasis for weary travelers. With comfortable rooms, delicious meals, and friendly staff, this spot is perfect for a relaxing getaway. Plus, the nearby distilleries make it a whisky lover's dream destination. Cheers to a great stay at Dowans!

Stay4.45/5

Dufftown Campsite & Parkmore Holiday Cottages

Stay4.35/5

The Craigellachie Hotel

Welcome to The Craigellachie Hotel! Nestled in the heart of Speyside Way, this charming gem immerses you in the scenic beauty of Aberlour. With its cozy rooms, authentic Scottish pub, and a malt whisky bar boasting over 900 varieties, your taste buds are in for a treat! Whether you're exploring the nearby distilleries or hiking the stunning trails, this hotel is your perfect sanctuary. Cheers to unforgettable adventures!

Stay4.2/5

Whisky Capital Inn

Things To Do
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8 h 30 mins

Speyside Full-Day Private Whisky Tour

This tour can be customised to take you to any of the Speyside Distilleries. We have listed 6 of the most popular but we can take you to any and assist you with tour bookings etc. We recommend that customers do one actual Distillery tour followed by tastings at 2 or 3 other Distilleries. A suggested itininerary is as follows. Leaving Inverness at 8am we travel down to Dufftown in the Heart of Speyside to arrive at the largest producing Distillery in Scotland - Glenfiddich for a Distillery tour and tasting , we then travel to Craigellachie to the Speyside Cooperage to see the skills of the Coopers before we have lunch at the Mash Tun in Aberlour. Following lunch we travel a short distance to Glenallachie Distillery for a tasting , this Distillery is still in private hands and their 12 year old won the best Scotch Whisky in 2025. Depending on whichever day the tour is we will stop at either Glenfarclas Distillery or Cardhu Distillery for our final tasting before travelling back.

$892.16

5/5

10 h

Speyside Whisky Trails from Inverness

Travel through the heart of Speyside, home to world renowned whiskies amidst beautiful scenery. This is a tour for both the novice and the connoisseur. You can enjoy your tour as much as you possibly can without having to worry about the drive. Your tour will include 1 Distillery tour with any available Distilleries listed in our itinerary. You will then be visiting as many distilleries that you can within the tour duration. They all offer tastings which we leave up to your discretion to enjoy or you can alternatively choose to simply wander about their impressive stunning grounds. We strongly advise against booking distillery tours on your own, as this can disrupt the tour itinerary. However, if you have already made a booking, please let us know in advance so we can adjust our schedule accordingly.

$576.47

5/5

Best Scottish Whisky Distilleries Private Tasting Trip plus optional Castle Tour

We offer a private tour to the heart of whisky country. Visit any Whisky Distilleries you want, and an example itinerary is in the Tour Details. All are subject to availability and most distilleries require advance booking for a Guided Tasting Tour, but not for just a tasting. On a Distillery Tasting Tour you will learn the secrets of how Scotland's most famous drink is crafted and then you have the opportunity to sample the beautiful offerings. We can recommend which distilleries to visit if required, but wherever we take you, you know you can sit back and relax and let us do the driving. Some of the most popular distilleries on Speyside are Macallan, Glenfiddich, Glenlivet, Aberlour, Glenfarclas, Ballindalloch, Balvenie and GlenAllachie. We will book the internal guided tasting tours for you and invoice you separately via PayPal. We will also book you in to a great local restaurant for lunch. Option to include a Castle or Cooperage Tour. Please contact us for details.

$940.20

5/5

3 h

Speyside Whisky Tour : 3 Hour Small Group Tour & Tasting

Forget stuffy tours and whisky snobbery, this is Speyside done properly. Join me, Mitch Bechard, whisky expert, Keeper of the Quaich and storyteller, for a relaxed 3-hour whisky tour through Scotland’s most iconic whisky region. We’ll follow the River Spey, visit four hand-picked distilleries, sip brilliant drams and share stories that bring Speyside’s spirit to life. Each safari is small and personal, tailored to your interests (subject to availability.) Expect carefully chosen whiskies enjoyed in beautiful settings, tales and local legends from over 20 years in the industry, and stunning scenery along the River Spey with time for photos and a few surprises. This is more than a tasting, it’s an afternoon discovering why Speyside is the heart of Scotch whisky. Note: This is a group experience with stops at iconic distillery locations, but does not include internal tours.

$822.16

5/5

8 h

Speyside Whisky Distillery Tour

Speyside is a remarkable destination for whisky enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking a taste of Scotland's rich cultural and historical heritage. Whether you're interested in whisky tasting, exploring the beautiful landscapes, or immersing yourself in Scottish hospitality, Speyside has much to offer. Characterized by rolling hills, picturesque valleys, and the meandering River Spey, Speyside offers breathtaking views, charming towns, and a wealth of things to see and do. The region is also home to the Cairngorms National Park, one of the largest national parks in the UK.

$617.65

5/5

9 h

Private Speyside Whisky Tour

This is a private whisky tour to your choice of distilleries in Speyside. There are numerous distilleries to choose from; we recommend participating in one full distillery tour, where an experienced staff member will guide you through the different stages of the production process. Afterward, you will enjoy a tutored tasting of the final product. Following a stop for lunch, we will visit another three or four distilleries where you can enjoy tastings at the bar, guided by an experienced bartender.

$686.28

5/5

72 h

Private 3 Day Speyside Whisky Tour From Edinburgh

Our three-day Speyside tour is a fantastic tour around Scotland's best whisky-producing regions. From Edinburgh or the surrounding area, we can pick you up! Private, bespoke, and professional. Experience a magical trip through this special area of Scotland that has the highest concentration of whisky distilleries in the world. Around 40 distilleries can be found within a 25-minute drive of each other. Great for groups of all sizes, couples, and solo travelers. Speyside is the most famous of Scotland’s whisky regions. This breath-taking region sits in a lush valley of rivers and secret glens. The region has historically been the warmest part of Scotland, and the fertile farmlands in the region are perfect for growing barley. Added to the nutrient-dense water tumbling down off the mountains, this region delivers many of the world’s best whiskies. Our Speyside whisky tours take you through the Cairngorm National Park and return through the beautiful town of Pitlochry.

$2,539.23

5/5

8 h

Private Speyside Whisky Tour including 10+ Single Malt Tastings

Indulge in single malt whisky tastings throughout the day from our extensive private collection. Sample from 10+ different bottles, including both new and old favourites, single casks, and rare bottlings. We proudly offer what is likely the best whisky collection on wheels in Scotland. Join our whisky tour led by knowledgeable and passionate Scottish Highland whisky experts. Delight in chocolate-paired whisky tastings that showcase how different chocolates can enhance the flavours of both new and old whiskies. Travel in comfort and style in our luxury vehicle, designed to take you to places other tour vehicles can only dream of reaching. Enjoy an elevated vantage point to fully appreciate the stunning Scottish Highland scenery throughout your journey. Refresh yourself with chilled bottled water, Scottish snacks, and IRN BRU, all included in your tour. Scottish GIN is also available upon request. Fully customisable tour - choose your favourite distilleries or let us recommend.

$1,298.37

5/5

Deluxe 5 star Private Speyside Whisky Tour

##Please read all of this## This is a relaxing day out in a modern luxury van type vehicle with collection from Inverness/Aviemore areas including Airports and Rail Stations thereafter take a chilled drive down to the Speyside area and drive around the distilleries of your choice taking tastings of Whisky at your own pace. Lunch at your own discretion but can be factored in at choice of nice venues . Full Distillery tours may also be factored in subject to availability. The list of tours indicated in the itinerary list are only an indication of possible distillery stops please contact me via message tab to express which distilleries you would like to visit, a typical example can include 1 x distillery tours and three distillery tastings, Cruise Ship passengers need to be aware that this is very distant from Invergordon Cruise Ship terminal and as such should consider instead taking my Northern Delights Whiskey Tour which is much more local to the terminal

$931.97

4.9/5

83 h

4 Day Speyside & Highlands Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

What’s included? • Minibus transport (max 16 guests) • 4 full days of touring and visiting distilleries • 3 nights ensuite B&B accommodation • Services of a professional driver / guide

$1,406.87

4.9/5

72 h

3-Day Speyside Whisky Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions

*Selected attractions are included in the tour price. Soak up the spirit of Speyside on a 3-Day small-group whisky tour! Explore Scotland’s principle malt whisky producing region, which is noted for its elegant and subtle-tasting whiskies. Your tour will depart from Edinburgh with a maximum of 16 people and head to the north-east area of Scotland. The region of Speyside follows the path of the River Spey, stretching from the west of the Cairngorm National Park to the east coast. Boasting an impressive scene of winding lochs, green glens and dramatic peaks, the region has something for everyone. Enjoy visits to five of the region’s famous whisky distilleries, Lindores Abbey, Glenlivet Distillery, Cardhu Distillery, Speyside Cooperage, Dalwhinnie Distillery and enjoy tastings and samples. Speyside is home to another 42 operating distilleries, so there’s certainly plenty more to see if time permits!

$778.03

4.9/5

96 h

4-Day Scottish Castles Experience Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Feel like a lord or lady as you wander through castles and manor houses. Stride ancient battlefields like a sword-wielding Highlander. And relive Scotland’s history defining moments of conceit and treachery as you listen to your driver-guide’s epic tales. On this tour, you’ll join the ranks of esteemed history lovers while you travel through glens and mountain passes. You visit Scotland’s most impressive castles, tower forts, and palaces. And you even get a chance to visit a distillery that was started by one of the pioneering women in the whisky industry. This small group tour is your ticket into Scotland’s medieval past and royal history.

$1,120.80

4.9/5

Personalised Whisky Tours

Discover the history behind the water of life in a light hearted excursion from your cruise / accommodation. SPEYSIDE or HIGHLAND Distilleries Sharing my knowledge and tasting a range of malts on this fun and friendly private tour for up to 5 people (8 on request) Visiting a range of distilleries on the Speyside whisky trail. One distillery tour with tastings at the others - experiencing the differences complexities of the water of life. Options- Aberlour, Benromach, Glen Moray, Glen Grant, Glenfarclas, seeking out smaller distinct distilleries within Speyside. Other distilleries can be discussed as alternative options! Enjoying some of the finest single malts the area has to offer. Throughout the day will explore this area and share my personal experiences . Alternatively visiting Highland Distilleries or combination of both Lunch stop at local bar and option to visit Speyside cooperage Whisky experiences throughout Scotland are available and can be customised

$404.90

4.8/5

9 h

Speyside Whisky Full Day Private Tour from Inverness

Scotland is world renowned for its production of the finest single malt whisky. Each single malt whisky boasts its unique taste and characteristics, influenced by the wonderful natural spring water so abundant throughout the country. The production methods for each single malt has been meticulously preserved through tradition and guarded by the distillery. Their traditional production methods and fine ingredients creates the subtle differences and intricate flavours which differentiates one malt whisky from the next. Happy Tours will take you to visit some of the most wonderful Speyside whisky distilleries so you can learn their secrets, and taste their wares.

$1,070.60

4.7/5

10 h

Speyside Whisky Trail Day Tour from Aberdeen Including Admissions

Whether you're a whisky lover or a whisky learner, you're bound to get a taste for it in the beautiful region of Speyside. Home to around 50% of all Scottish whisky distilleries, there's almost too much to see and drink. So on this tour, we help you get the most out of the region by taking you to two distinct distilleries. It’s a chance to learn about the incredible history, process, and flavours of Scotland’s national drink.

$109.43

4.7/5

10 h

Inverness: The Cairngorms, Culloden, and Speyside Whisky Tour

This one-day tour from Inverness takes you to some of the most important historical sites in the North of Scotland. Discover how battles were fought and lands defended in Scotland's past, all while travelling through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cairngorms and learning about how the Whisky Industry shaped the area. Our first stop is Culloden Battlefield, where the Jacobite Rising came to an end. After this, we head to Clava Cairns – giving a glimpse into what life was like over 4000 years ago. We then travel to Fort George, an imposing fort built in the wake of the Battle of Culloden that you will have already learned all about at the previous stops. We then head to the iconic Brodie Countryfare for lunch. After lunch, we’ll head to Cardhu Distillery. Founded in 1824 by a whisky smuggler and his wife, this Speyside Distillery. After enjoying Cardhu, we’ll begin our journey home to Inverness, taking time to drive through the stunning Cairngorms.

$101.57

4.3/5

Speyside Whisky Tour - Three Distilleries Included - Private - 5 Star Reviews

****** Private Tour ***** Three distilleries included ***** Visit at least three Speyside distilleries in one day for a distillery tour and tutored tasting at three distilleries or a mix of distillery tours and tastings. Three Speyside distilleries. Free pickup and drop-off at your accommodation. The best and most extensive Speyside whisky day trip available! A unique experience that gives you best Scotland has to offer, all in one day, allowing you time to enjoy other activities on other days. We endeavour to select the best distilleries in the region. Selection depends on availability and your preferences. It's a private tour, let us know your favourites. Alternatively, let us showcase the best experiences available.

$1,091.18

4.3/5

9 h 15 mins

Inverness: Ultimate Whisky Experience

This 1-day tour from Inverness is a must for whisky-lovers. We will travel to two award-winning Speyside distilleries: Cardhu and Benromach, with a stop at the Speyside Cooperage as well. Taking in some of the fantastic scenery that the north of Scotland has to offer on the way.

$97.59

4.1/5

12 h

Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla

Unique tour to three top distilleries! We pick you up! Let us know where you are. Whiskywheels tours specialise in the wonderful whisky that Scotland has to offer. Whisky Trifecta tour - Glenlivet, Glenallchie and Strathisla. Glenallachie The jewel in the crown of Speyside. Many awards, low volume , independently owned. Glenallachie take their time to produce some of the best single malts in the world. Strathisla A world class distillery that is also one of the oldest working distilleries in the world with over 232 years of producing the water of life. Try out their blending experience and take away your own whisky created by you. Glenlivet The tour and tasting at Glenlivet takes you back in time to how whisky was first made in Speyside. The oldest legal single malt distillery in the world. Glenlivet also produce the most single malt spirit in the world most years. Admissions are subject to availability. If no availability, we replace with like for like experiences.

$892.16

12 h

Meet Johnnie Walker - Private Whisky Tour - From Edinburgh

+++ MEET JOHNNIE WALKER! +++ Visit three of Scotland's most beautiful distilleries to find the secrets behind the world's most popular whisky. Distillery tour and tasting paid for. The only tour that takes you to the hidden sources of the world famous Jonnie Walker whisky. Single malt whisky from each distillery we will visit has been included in the famous Johnnie Walker blends over the past 100 years. A must for all whisky fans to find out about the history, the people and the single malt whisky behind Johnnie Walker. Each of these distilleries have been selected for one or more of the following: Johnnie Walker Blue, Green, Black and Red. Private tour! If there is limited availability at these distilleries, we will replace these distilleries with like for like replacements.