Lagavulin Distillery

© Donald Nicolson

Islay

Whisky and Castle Tour

Visit specially-selected Speyside whisky distilleries, enjoy breathtaking scenery, iconic castles, quaint Scottish villages and more.

Scotland is world renowned for its ancient castles, breath-taking scenery and of course its biggest export, our wonderful whisky. On your bespoke, private tour, you will live the history of iconic castles, absorb the natural beauty of our countryside and indulge in world class handcrafted whiskies from our special selection of distilleries. Travelling through the beautiful countryside of Perthshire, it is easy to see why Sir Walter Scott named it “The fairest portion of the northern kingdom”.​

Enjoy the Cairngorms National Park, the largest National Park in Britain. Here you can find adventure, wildlife, beauty and more.​

Discover one of the most famous whisky producing regions in Scotland, Speyside. The famous names of Speyside whisky include The Glenlivet, Glenfiddich, The Macallan, but with over 60 distilleries in production, the choice is almost endless. The area is blessed with the River Spey and most of the distilleries use its crystal clear waters in their production.​

You will experience wild mountain landscapes, quaint villages and beautiful castles. In fact, this Scotch whisky and history tour has something for everyone.​

Our passion is to ensure you have an exceptional tour experience, where you will learn of the history and culture of Scotland, hear the myths and stories that will bring your tour alive. You will sample some of our outstanding whisky, savour locally produced food from Scotland's bountiful natural larder, local drinks in rural pubs and stay in some of the best locations in Scotland.​

Create long lasting memories on this inspirational 3-day tour for whisky and history lovers, with a local guide who shares your interests by your side. A truly memorable tour that you will stay with you for a lifetime.


Price on Request


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

January — December

Contact details

Nicolson Tours

Mansfield Place
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
EH21 7DN

Tour information

Starting

  • Scotland

Length

3 Days

Transport

  • Driver guide

Type

  • Private

Languages

  • English

Themes

  • Castles
  • Food and drink
  • History
  • Landscapes
  • Whisky

Tour Stops

Nicolson Tours

Tour company information

Nicolson Tours

We create luxury, personally tailored tours of Scotland and her islands. We are passionate about handcrafting unforgettable experiences that embody Scotland's traditional and contemporary spirit. From start to finish, we work with you to create a rich and personalized experience, taking care of every detail so that you can enjoy ultimate peace of mind.

Opening times

0730 - 1930 / Every day of the week

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