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Scotch Whisky & Distillery Tour Packages

Go on a private whisky tour in Scotland to taste “the water of life” and sample single malts from Islay and other top whisky regions. Travel with a local driver-guide on a package that includes scotch tastings and tours of famous distilleries.

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Travel on a malt whisky tour in Scotland

Experience Scotland’s national drink at the source on a specialised Scotch whisky tour. Nordic Visitor offers tour packages for travellers of all knowledge levels, from single-malt aficionados to those who are still developing their whisky palate.

Keep browsing below for trip ideas and inspiration for your Scotland whisky tour.

 

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Why book with Nordic Visitor

  • Hassle-free & seamless travel experience
  • Flexible & customisable tour options
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Try a guided small group tour with distillery visit

When you want a gentle introduction to Scotch whisky, consider travelling with a local guide on a small group tour including a distillery tour with tastings. Departures are guaranteed and group sizes are kept cosy with just 15 people at most.

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7 days / 6 nights
4.6
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Wonders of Scotland

Pace Level Level 2 (Classic)
Activity Level Level 2 (Moderate)

2672GBP

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7 days / 6 nights
May - Sep

Wonders of Scotland

2672GBP

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Scotland & United Kingdom
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Guided Groups
10 days / 9 nights
4.9
May - Sep

Highlights of Scotland

Pace Level Level 2 (Classic)
Activity Level Level 2 (Moderate)

3774GBP

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10 days / 9 nights
May - Sep

Highlights of Scotland

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Experience Scotland your way

We have tours for all varieties of travel styles and interests. See our options for exploring Scotland below.

Whisky tours with a private guide

Nordic Visitor specialises in custom-made travel experiences, so we created a range of private tours in Scotland with a focus on whisky tasting. For the best possible experience, you’ll be touring the land in a comfortable vehicle, with a licensed professional who we have personally selected based on our high standards of service.

As our privately guided tours in Scotland are created to be flexible, you have the option of adding optional activities before your arrival or, depending on the itinerary, on location during your stay.

Tasting tours at some of Scotland’s best distilleries

With a route crafted by our local travel experts, based in Edinburgh, you’ll travel from the capital city to some of Scotland’s top whisky regions, such as Islay and Speyside. Along the way you'll visit the homes of well known, award-winning whiskies like Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Glenlivet.

On guided distillery tours, find out how Scotch whisky is made and discover how unique local elements, like the presence of peat in the area, create distinctive flavours. Smell the aroma of malted barley and oak casks, and sample the finished product with tasting notes provided by Scottish whisky connoisseurs. It’s an experience for all the senses!

Get authentic tastes of Scottish foods and traditions

It’s no surprise that Scotland’s esteemed distilleries are surrounded by other traditional artisans who take great pride in their craft. On a Nordic Visitor whisky tour, you can also see where Scotland’s famous tweeds and woollen goods have been made for generations, in addition to tasting some gourmet local delicacies.

Sink your teeth into some delicious Scottish venison, Angus steak or wild trout after your whisky tastings. Or try Scotland’s national dish, haggis, for a traditional Scottish culinary experience. With restaurant picks from Nordic Visitor's travel experts, you’ll sample the best of Scottish cuisine along the way.

Visit Scotland’s top attractions between tastings

A journey to Scottish whisky regions comes with a great deal of natural beauty, and on your tour, you’ll get to explore some of Scotland’s top attractions. Admire the scenery of the Scottish Highlands and west coast and explore sights like castles, ancient standing stones and famous lochs. Enjoy free time in Edinburgh before and after your private guided tour. There, you can stroll the Royal Mile and check out highlights like the Scotch Whisky Experience.

Want an introduction to whisky? Consider a small group tour

When you're curious about whisky but would like to focus on Scotland’s other charms, consider a guided small group tour by Nordic Visitor.

You'll still visit a world-famous distillery with an experienced local behind the wheel. And you’ll still enjoy the local expertise and witty stories of a professional driver-guide, who will make sure you have a safe, comfortable ride.

These packages are similar to private tours, but rather than travelling with family and friends, you will explore in a small group of like-minded travellers. And with tour groups kept to a maximum of 15 travellers, you'll feel genuine engagement with your guide and your fellow explorers.

Perfect for solo travellers, our small group tours are a good way to share tasting adventures with like-minded whisky lovers from around the world. 

All guided small group tours in Scotland by Nordic Visitor include:

  • Overnight stays in quality hotels handpicked by our local travel experts
  • Transportation in a premium mini-coach
  • Daily breakfast and some lunches and dinners
  • Personalised travel documents and a travel guide written by our staff
  • Your own detailed itinerary and a map of Scotland

What’s more, you can add optional services to Nordic Visitor’s tailor-made Scotland tour packages, such as extra nights or day tours in Edinburgh.

What do our customers say?

The reviews speak for themselves. See what Nordic Visitor travellers said about their experience with us.

Simon,

Highlights of Scotland, October 2020

A very good tour with a great information pack.

A very good tour with good information and map with highlighted attractions and a very good information pack.

Kalli

Express Scotland, October 2019

Absolutely love working with Nordic Visitor!

I have already traveled twice with Nordic Visitor, and am already in the process of booking a third trip! Absolutely love working with you! Every bed and breakfast we stayed at was amazing. The hosts were so welcoming with great suggestions of things to do and places to eat. The rooms were very comfortable, and the amenities were awesome! 

Paul,

Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye, September 2020

The best holidays we have ever had!

Superb!! Our first ever 'touring' holiday and right up there with the best holidays we have ever had. We are not youngsters, so this was taken on with a bit of trepidation, but were soon put at ease by the sheer quality of accommodation provided along with the superb travel itinerary book (yes, it's that thick and detailed) and map. Even though we often used local recommendations, these became our trusted companions throughout the week - and are now valued reminders of an exceptional holiday - Thankyou Nordic Visitor, we will be back!

Crystal, United States

Classic Scotland & The Orkney islands, September 2019

Wonderful experience!

Thank you so much! Our experience in Scotland was wonderful! We felt prepared for what to expect, particularly as it relates to making dinner reservations on the islands we visited. The food recommendations were excellent , the accommodations were cozy, and the recommendations for sites and attractions greatly appreciated. A special thank you to Agne who answered all my inquiries, helped us make dinner reservations and confirmed all our dates and meeting times - she was a pleasure to work with!  

David,

Classic Scotland, September 2020

Excellent trip

All accommodations were excellent with very friendly hosts. Car rental pickup was very quick and easy and car was excellent. Rebecca was excellent, she took all our requirements and made a personal tour for us. Her attention to detail was excellent.The documents at our first hotel were excellent especially the map with everything marked on for us.

David

Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye, June 2019

A positive experience, beginning to end!

This tour was a positive experience for us, beginning to end. The planning by Nordic Visitor was complete, thoughtful, and worked flawlessly. Scotland was stunning and most interesting - we just wish we had more time. To Nordic Visitor: Great Job! We'll be back!

Gary, Canada

Scotland Winter World, November 2019

The accommodations, destinations and car were great!

The tour went very well. All the accommodation was excellent. We are very pleased with all the arrangements and communications that we had with Rebecca. The accommodations, destinations and car were great. Our only wish is that we would have had more time at some of the locations. We had a hard time packing it all in!

Jennifer

Express Scotland, July 2019

Nothing but great words to say about Nordic Visitor!

We were thrilled with all of our accommodations. All hosts/hostesses were very friendly and we felt very welcomed. The rental car service was also very good and thorough. And we felt as though everyone had a good working relationship as the businesses had nothing but great words to say about Nordic Visitor so we felt good that everyone was working together to make our visit a great one!

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Our Services

Whether you travel independently or with a guide in your Nordic Visitor package, you will receive personalised service from a designated travel consultant and high-quality travel documents. What's more, all self-drive clients receive a hand-marked map that outlines the driving route, overnights and highlights along the way. Travel with ease knowing that Nordic Visitor has close professional relationships with local service providers, which are carefully selected by our staff for their consistently high standards.

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Whether you’re looking to add a night in Edinburgh, want restaurant recommendations or have questions about your tour, we’re happy to help so get in touch with our friendly team to answer any of your travel queries

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