Private Speyside Whisky Tour: Distilleries & Tastings

Taste rare malts at five celebrated distilleries in a single day, guided by someone who works inside the industry.

A private whisky tour of Speyside with a specialist guide who has genuine connections to the region's distilleries. You visit five named sites (Glen Moray, Benriach, Glenfiddich, Glenfarclas and Tomatin) tasting curated selections and exploring the distillery shops. The day runs eight hours with bottled water and Scottish snacks included. Distillery admission and tasting fees are paid on site.

Options for this experience

2 options

From £ 845 to £ 1,595 per group, depending on the option and date you choose. See options & prices

SUV for up to 3 guests No fixed time Guide in English Up to 3 per booking Travel in comfort in an SUV for up to 3 guests, with a private guide. Pickup is included.

Minibus for up to 8 guests No fixed time Guide in English Up to 8 per booking A comfortable minibus seating up to 8 guests. Two guides are available for groups of 7 or fewer. Pickup is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Speyside Distilleries and Tastings

• Visit Glen Moray Distillery
• Explore Benriach Distillery
• Tour Glenfiddich Distillery
• Experience Glenfarclas Distillery
• Visit Tomatin Distillery

Stops and time spent at each 5 stops

1. Glen Moray Distillery Entry included 1h 30m
2. The Benriach Distillery 45m
3. Glenfiddich Distillery 30m
4. Glenfarclas Distillery 30m
5. Tomatin Distillery 1h

What’s included

• Curated rare, limited and exclusive whiskies from the guide's personal collection, tasted at scenic locations.
• bottled water.
• a selection of local crisps, chocolates and traditional Scottish snacks chosen to complement the whisky.
• private transport and an expert guide with genuine industry experience.

Times

• Monday to Saturday No fixed time

Information

Visit Speyside distilleries with a private guide for rare whisky tastings, Scottish snacks, and personal insights into the region's whisky makers.

Group Private

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included. See the pickup points

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Stroller-friendly Public transport nearby

More information The pickup points, the operator’s instructions and every other detail are in the full listing. See the full listing

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The experience

You're picked up and driven through Speyside's landscapes to visit distilleries at your own pace, stopping at whichever ones match your interests. The guide has worked in Scotland's whisky industry and holds established relationships with the distilleries themselves, so the experience goes beyond the standard tour script. You get the perspective of someone who knows how these places actually operate. Glen Moray offers bottle-your-own options and limited editions alongside the core range; Benriach showcases rare cask finishes; Glenfiddich lets you explore the shop and taste in the Malt Barn; Glenfarclas focuses on their signature sherry cask maturation; Tomatin rounds out the day with their full selection from signature expressions to limited releases.

Tastings happen at scenic spots throughout the day, not just inside the distillery buildings. Your host brings a curated collection of rare and exclusive whiskies from their personal stock, so you're sampling bottles that aren't always on the shelf. Bottled water and a selection of local crisps, chocolates and traditional Scottish snacks travel with you, chosen to complement what you're tasting. Under 18s receive non-alcoholic drinks instead.

You choose between a minibus for up to eight guests or an SUV for up to three when you book. Distillery admission fees and tasting charges are separate and paid directly at each stop, so the cost stays transparent and you're not locked into a fixed itinerary if a particular site doesn't appeal.

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the minibus and SUV options for this tour?

The minibus seats up to eight guests, while the SUV accommodates up to three. Both include the same guide, tastings from the host's collection, and transport through Speyside. Choose the minibus for a group or the SUV for a smaller party or more intimate experience.

Do I have to visit all five distilleries, or can I pick which ones to stop at?

The tour is tailored to your interests and pace, so you work with your guide to choose which distilleries suit you. Glen Moray, Benriach, Glenfiddich, Glenfarclas and Tomatin are all available options within the day.

What happens if I'm under 18? Do I still get to taste whisky?

Guests under 18 receive non-alcoholic drinks instead of whisky tastings, so younger travelers can still join the tour and visit the distilleries.

Are the distillery entry fees and tasting charges included in the tour price?

No, distillery admission and tasting fees are paid separately at each stop. Lunch is also not included, though Scottish snacks and bottled water travel with you throughout the day.

How long does the tour run, and what time does it start?

The tour runs eight hours total. Your guide picks you up from your location in Speyside and returns you at the end of the day.

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Prices and times updated 6 days ago