Ultimate Scotland Whisky Tour

If you want the full Scotland whisky experience, islands, Highlands, Speyside, and everything in between, this private multi-day tour is the real deal. Scotland may be the home of whisky, but with well over a hundred distilleries spread across multiple regions, it’s hard to know where to begin. This tour solves that neatly: you’ll travel with a friendly, professional guide in your own private vehicle, visiting a carefully planned mix of iconic distilleries and memorable whisky experiences, while also enjoying some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery along the way.

Yes, whisky is the star of the show, but the journey is just as important. Many of Scotland’s distilleries sit in beautiful, far-flung places, so this tour naturally becomes a road trip through coastal routes, mountain glens, island ferry crossings, and classic Highland landscapes. Expect great stories, a relaxed pace, and plenty of time for photos, fresh air, and the occasional “how is this real?” perspective.

If you’re ready for a whisky adventure that’s immersive, varied, and unapologetically Scottish, book your private Scotland whisky tour, and we’ll help you secure the best distillery visits and tastings for your dates.

We begin with a pick-up from your accommodation or airport and head straight into whisky territory.

• Auchentoshan (Lowlands) – a classic introduction to Lowland style, famous for triple distillation and a smooth profile. Tour and tasting options depending on availability.

• Loch Lomond & The Trossachs – a scenic drive west with comfort stops and photo opportunities.

• Inveraray (Lunch stop) – a lovely lochside town and a great place to break the journey.

• Campbeltown – arrive in Scotland’s smallest whisky region for distillery visits such as Glen Scotia and Springbank (subject to tour availability, which can be limited at certain times of year).

Overnight: Campbeltown.

Day 1: Lowlands to Campbeltown - Auchentoshan, Scenic Stops & Campbeltown Distilleries

Today, we head for one of the most famous whisky destinations on earth.

• Ferry from Kennacraig to Islay – a beautiful crossing and a true highlight in itself.

• Islay distillery visits – we’ll visit two distilleries on the island (chosen around your preferences and availability), with opportunities for tastings and shop time.

• Islay scenery – rugged coast, sea air, and that unmistakable island feel that seems to seep into the whisky.

Overnight: Islay.

Tour Details

• Duration: 7 Days (7-8 hours per day)

• Departure From: Edinburgh or Glasgow

• Group Size: Private tour for up to 7 guests

• Cost: £6265

• Included:

  • Private driver-guide

  • Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

  • Bottled water and local snacks

• Not Included:

  • Accommodation (we are happy to suggest local options)

  • Meals

  • Entrance Fees

Day 2: Islay - Scotland’s Iconic Island Whisky

Day 3: Return to the Mainland & Oban - Coastal Whisky and Harbour Life

Day 4: Glencoe, Loch Ness & Inverness - Highland Landscapes and a Modern Distillery

Today combines whisky with some of Scotland’s most iconic scenery.

• Glencoe – dramatic mountain views and classic Highland photo stops.

• Ben Nevis Distillery (Fort William area) – distillery visit and tasting, set beneath the UK’s highest mountain.

• Spean Bridge Commando Monument – an atmospheric stop with big views and history.

• Fort Augustus & Loch Ness – time for a lochside pause as we enter the Great Glen.

• Inverness & Uile-bheist Distillery – finish the day in the Highland capital with a visit to one of Scotland’s newer distilleries, showcasing modern whisky-making in a historic city.

Overnight: Inverness.

We leave Islay by ferry and continue north into the Highlands.

• Bridge over the Atlantic – a memorable photo stop on the route.

• Oban – arrive in this lively coastal town and visit Oban Distillery, your first Highland distillery of the tour.

• Harbour time – a chance to explore, browse shops, and (highly recommended) sample local seafood by the waterfront.

Overnight: Oban.

Day 5: Culloden, Clava Cairns, Tomatin & Speyside Cooperage

A day that blends Highland history and whisky craft, without overdoing either.

• Culloden Battlefield – a moving, important site with time for a walk and a visitor centre stop.

• Clava Cairns – atmospheric Bronze Age stones and burial cairns.

• Tomatin Distillery – a Highland distillery stop with tastings and a good sense of place.

• Speyside Cooperage – a brilliant insight into the cask-making craft that shapes whisky character more than most people realise.

Overnight: Speyside (Dufftown / Craigellachie / Aberlour area).

What Makes This Whisky Tour Special

• Private touring: just your group, your guide, your pace

• Variety: island whisky, coastal routes, Highland scenery, Speyside classics

• Smart routing: a logical journey across Scotland, not a patchwork of detours

• Tailored distillery choices: based on your whisky style and availability

If you want Scotland’s whisky story told properly, region by region, dram by dram, book your private whisky tour, and we’ll help you lock in the best distillery tours and tastings for your dates.

Day 6: Speyside Whisky Trail - Scotland’s Malt Heartland

A full day dedicated to Speyside, a small region with an enormous whisky output.

• Speyside distillery visits – we’ll visit a selection of standout names such as Glenfiddich, Aberlour, Glenfarclas, GlenAllachie, and Glenlivet (final choice depends on your preferences and booking availability).

• Expect a mix of tour styles and tastings, with time for scenic stops and a relaxed pace between visits.

Overnight: Speyside.

Day 7: Aviemore Tasting, Pitlochry Lunch & Blair Athol - A Grand Finish

We finish with a scenic route south and a final set of classic Scottish stops.

• Aviemore: The Snug – whisky tasting experience connected to the Spey Distillery range.

• Pitlochry (Lunch stop) – a charming Highland town and a relaxed place to break the journey.

• Blair Athol Distillery – a fitting final distillery visit, full of character and history.

• Optional: The Highland Chocolatier – a luxurious stop for gifts (and an excellent whisky-and-chocolate pairing opportunity once you’re home).

Drop-off: Glasgow or Edinburgh.