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Scotland
Private tour

Scotland Water of Life Tour

gbUnited Kingdom
5 cities
10 days, 9 nights
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Day 1 Edinburgh

Arrival and Whiskey Tasting (Monday)
Welcome to the gorgeous ancient city - Edinburgh! Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver at the airport, who transfers you to the hotel for check-in.

In the afternoon you start deeping into Scotch Whiskey culture with a group whiskey tasting. You will become a member of our Scotch Whisky Appreciation Society and enjoy an introductory tasting tray of 4 contrasting regional single malts, assisted by experienced guides, and provided with tasting notes, you’ll be able to compare the regions to find your perfect dram.

Breakfast included
Market Street Hotel
Market Street Hotel
6 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB, EH1 1DE
Room (Roomy)
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
23 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
2h
Gold Whiskey Tasting at Scotch Whiskey Experience
Gold Whiskey Tasting at Scotch Whiskey Experience
United Kingdom Travel Authorisation Service
United Kingdom Travel Authorisation Service
Day 2 Edinburgh

Edinburgh Royal Mile and Distillery Tour (Tuesday)
Following breakfast you get to explore the capital of Scotland - Edinburgh! 

Together with the guide you start a 4-hour tour of the Old Town and explore this culturally and historically important part of the city. Today you walk along the famous Royal Mile which connects two royal residences - the Castle and the palace of Holyrood House.

Together with your guide you take a short walk to the Holyrood Distillery and enjoy a 1-hour group tour. Here a local guide introduces you to the world of flavor, you learn  about both malt whiskey and gin production, and enjoy spirit samples  along the way. After the tour you are taken to the hotel by private transfer.

4h
Edinburgh City Tour
Edinburgh City Tour
1h
Holyrood Distillery Tour
Holyrood Distillery Tour
Day 3 Edinburgh

Highlands Whiskey Region Exploration (Wednesday)

Today you explore the real Scottish culture and try "Water of Life" in a Whisky distillery. First of all, you visit the historical Glengoyne Distillery, located on the picturesque hill's foot. Then you visit Loch Lomond National Park to admire landscapes and postcard-like views. You finish the trip by visiting the Deanston Distillery, which is the only one producing its electricity.

9h
Discover Malt Whiskey Tour
Discover Malt Whiskey Tour
Day 4 Edinburgh

Departure (Thursday)
Following breakfast in your hotel you check out and walk to the train station. 

Market Street Hotel
Address
6 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB, EH1 1DE
Train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen
Departure
2 h 30 min
Arrival
Day 4 Aberdeen

Arrival  (Thursday)
Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure. 

Breakfast included
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
St. Andrew Street, Aberdeen, Scotland, GB, AB25 1AD
Twin Room, 2 Double Beds
1 room
Up to 4 guests
2 Double Beds
23 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Day 5 Aberdeen

Speyside Group Whiskey Trial (Friday)
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. 

11h
Speyside Whisky Trail
Speyside Whisky Trail
Day 6 Aberdeen

Free day or optional Deep into Speyside Whiskey Tour (Saturday)

Following breakfast in the hotel, you either explore the region on your own or can take an optional tour Deep into Speyside Whiskey, where you meet your private guide-driver and start a full-day tour to the most well-known distilleries in Speyside - Glenfiddich, Glenlivet (tastings are included) and Maccalan (visiting local scotch boutique) and the capital of this whiskey region - Dufftown.

Day 7 Aberdeen

Departure (Sunday)
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Aberdeen. 

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Address
St. Andrew Street, Aberdeen, Scotland, GB, AB25 1AD
Train from Aberdeen to Glasgow
Departure
1 layover
2 h 30 min
Arrival
Day 7 Glasgow

Departure (Sunday)
After arrival to Glasgow, the driver takes you to the airport for your flight to Islay. 

Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
Flight from Glasgow to Port Ellen, Islay
Departure
42 min
Arrival
Day 7 Port Ellen, Islay

Arrival (Sunday)
Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure. 

Breakfast included
Another Place, The Machrie
Another Place, The Machrie
The Machrie Hotel & Golf LInks, Islay Island, Scotland, GB, PA42 7AN
Cosy Double
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 Queen Bed
20 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
Day 8 Port Ellen, Islay

Islay Whiskey Region Exploration  (Monday)

In the morning after breakfast you start the exploration of probably one of the best known Scotch regions - Islay. Together with the driver you will visit top Islay Distilleries - Lagavulin, Ardberg, Laphroig. Today you will taste the richest peated whiskies in the world.

Full day
Full-day Peated Whiskey Tour
Full-day Peated Whiskey Tour
Day 9 Port Ellen, Islay

Departure (Tuesday)
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Port Ellen. 

Another Place, The Machrie
Address
The Machrie Hotel & Golf LInks, Islay Island, Scotland, GB, PA42 7AN
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan
Flight from Port Ellen, Islay to Glasgow
Departure
42 min
Arrival
Day 9 Glasgow

Arrival  (Tuesday)
After landing in Glasgow, the driver takes you to your hotel in Glasgow. The rest of the day is free. 

Breakfast included
Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
110 Bath Street, Glasgow, Scotland, GB, G2 2EN
Standard Double Room
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
22 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
Day 10 Glasgow

Departure (Wednesday)
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart home. 

Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
Address
110 Bath Street, Glasgow, Scotland, GB, G2 2EN
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
Entrances to Scott Monument, Edinburgh Castle and more
Entrances to Scott Monument, Edinburgh Castle and more
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Dedicated support team before and during your trip

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gbEdinburgh
3 nights
gbAberdeen
3 nights
gbGlasgow
1 day
gbPort Ellen, Islay
2 nights
gbGlasgow
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