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Some people collect single malts the way others collect fine wine. What is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky? A Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the product of one specific distillery and has not been mixed with whisky from any other distilleries.
3 DAY WHISKY TRAIL TOUR From Edinburgh
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Day 1 Check out of the hotel and make your
way to the departure point at 207 High Street. Departing from Edinburgh at
09.00 your tee day Scotch Whisky adventure starts with the journey north into
the Highlands. The first stop will be the historic village of Dunkeld for a
short walk through the forest to wonderfully atmospheric waterfalls. After
lunch in Pitlochry you will make your first distillery visit at
Dalwhinnie – the highest distillery in the country and the closest
to the source of the River Spey. From here you follow the river north through
the Cairngorm National Park to the small town of Grantown on Spey – your
base for the next two nights. Day 2 A whole day is spent exploring Scotland’s most famous whisky region. After a scenic drive toward the coast your first stop of the day will be at the family owned Benromach Distillery for a personalised tour. From here it is a short distance to Elgin – home to Gordon and Macphail – one of the world’s leading specialist whisky bottlers and suppliers. From here you will travel back up the Spey to Craigellachie for a visit to the Speyside Cooperage where you will see another aspect of the whisky making process. After lunch here or in nearby Aberlour you will visit Cardhu Distillery. Cardhu is the most important whisky in Johnnie Walker Black Label. From here is back to Grantown on Spey for overnight.
Day 3 The tour takes you through the beautiful Cairngorm Mountains on route back south. In the morning you will explore Glenlivet – not just a distillery but also a beautiful glen with great walks and wonderful wildlife. Later you will pass by the famous Balmoral Castle and stop in the village of Braemar in the heart of the National Park. From here the route south passes over Scotland’s highest mountain pass then through the Perthshire before arriving back in Edinburgh around 18.30.
3 DAY WHISKY TOUR Per Person No children under the age of 18 are allowed on this tour.
| USD | Days of operation | Departs | Returns | |||
| Speyside Whisky 3 day tour | B&B twin | 447 | Wednesday | 10/04/13 and 24/04/13, | 9 | 18.3 |
| then weekly from 08/05/13 to 25/09/13, | ||||||
| then 09/10/13 and 23/10/13 | ||||||
| single | 501 | |||||
| Hotel twin | 518 | |||||
| single | 572 |
4 day Islay and Whisky Coast map
This 4 day specialist whisky tour takes you to the “Queen of the Isles” and the Whisky Coast. Islay is home to 8 of Scotland’s finest malt whisky distilleries Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Bowmore, Bunnahabhain, Bruichladdich, Ardbeg, Caol Ila and Kilchoman. For the whisky enthusiast this tour will give you an in depth knowledge and even better - you won’t need to drive anywhere yourself! *This tour can pick up and drop off in Glasgow. Departs: Edinburgh 08.30 Returns 20.00 approx
Departure Dates: Mondays, Fridays
Day 1 Leaving Edinburgh at 08.30 you will head west through Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow along Loch Lomond then west through the mountains to the beautiful little village of Inveraray on the banks of Loch Fyne. Here you can perhaps sample some of the local seafood for lunch or just explore the historic town itself. After lunch you will then travel through Argyll and into the ancient Kingdom of Dalriada. There are more than 350 prehistoric monuments within a six-mile radius of the village of Kilmartin. We will stop here to see the mysterious stone circles and standing stones and visit the community museum. From here it is a short drive to Kennacraig where we catch the early evening ferry to Islay. The sail is just over 2 hours and you should look out for wildlife such as dolphins, whales and seabirds. On arrival on Islay is is a short drive to Bowmore for your 3 night stay. Please see accommodation notes below.
Day 2 A full day exploring Islay. The
itinerary today is quite flexible with a mixture of beautiful scenery, white
sand beaches, short walks and of course the famous Islay whiskies - renowned
for their strong peaty flavours and nurtured by the salty sea air. In the
morning we will take the short drive to the west of the island via Saligo Bay
for a visit to Kilchoman Distillery (the newest and smallest on the
island) with the option of a coastal walk to Machair Bay for any non-whisky
lovers. In the afternoon you will stop at the privately owned Bruichladdich
Distillery for a tour and tasting and visit the tiny harbour village of
Portnahaven (look out for seals) before taking the back roads along the west
coast with its lovely sandy bays, on the way back to Bowmore. Day 3 Another day in paradise! Today you will explore the southern side of the island, home to the smokiest and peatiest of all whiskies – Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Ardbeg. We will visit Ardbeg for a tour, tasting and lunch. The restaurant here is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy local produce as well as some unique whisky. We then follow that up with a visit to Laphroaig. While in the area we will visit the ruins of Kildalton church with its famous 8th Century Celtic cross. In the late afternoon there will be the option to spend some free time in Bowmore village. Here you can visit the famous Round Church, Bowmore Distillery itself (June – Aug) or just relax with a quiet drink looking out over the water. Alternatively we may stop in Bridgend where you could visit the community craft producers (and brewery!) at Islay House Square or take a walk through the woods along the nearby River Sorn.
Day 4 This morning you take the ferry back to the mainland then travel up the coast to Oban – a busy harbour town and the main ferry port for the islands. Here we will drop off anyone who is continuing on the Mull, Iona and Isle of Skye extension. The others will have some free time to explore the town, have a late lunch or even pop into Oban Distillery before departing for the return trip to Glasgow and Edinburgh. Return time approx. 20.00 Departure Point 207 High St, Edinburgh.
Return to Waverley Bridge opposite Waverley Train Station
Inclusions
Transportation by top of the range Mercedes minicoach for a more personal experience with a maximum of 16 passengers on tour. We believe a small group tour with a maximum of 16 passengers really does make a big difference to your trip. It allows us to give you a more personal service and remain the only 5 Star operator to offer this personal guarantee. Touring with a maximum of 16 passengers you get more for your money, more personal attention, more time with the locals, more time off the bus, more time on the back-roads and just more of an authentic, friendly experience. The smaller groups allow you to meet people from all over the world and make friends for life.
Services of a professional driver/guide
All ferry and bridge crossings.
Discount Card - money off restaurants, shopping and attractions
2013
DATES ARE LSITED AS DAY/MONTH/YEAR
| USD | Departs | Returns | ||||
| Islay and the Whisky Coast 4 day Tour | Twin | 662 | Friday | 3/5/13, 10/5/13, 17/5/13 then weekly from 7/6/13 to 13/9/13 | 8.3 | 20 |
| Single | 895 | Monday | 8/4/13, 22/4/13, 6/5/13, 13/5/13, 20/5/13, 03/6/13, 10/6/13, 17/6/13, 24/6/13, 1/7/13, 15/7/13, 29/7/13, 12/8/13, 26/8/13 then weekly from 9/9/13 to 7/10/13 | 8.3 | 20 |
Single Malts and the Whisky Trail 8 DAYS Self Drive or a Private Guided Tour
No visit to Scotland is complete without sampling a 'wee dram' and you will get the chance to taste some of the finished product. Known in the Gaelic as Uisge Beatha (or 'water of life') whisky has been produced for centuries in Scotland and the art is now close to perfection.
There are many fascinating and culturally important things to see and beautiful places to go when visiting Scotland and ideally, our tours will feature the best of Scotland, alongside the best of Scotch Malt Whisky.
Although there are distilleries throughout Scotland, some are far flung, and a visit to a well stocked pub or restaurant filled with a variety of single malts can aid in the quest. This 8 day car tour provides visitors with the best of the Highlands and a visit to Speyside, Scotland’s famous whisky producing area. Come at any time to enjoy famous names and share well-kept secrets with knowledgeable locals in well-stocked bars and friendly pubs.
You can explore this area by self drive tour, but why not tour by minibus with a driver/guide, just for your group. Sit back and relax. Enjoy!
Day 1 - EDINBURGH/PERTH - DEWARS
DALWHINNIE Welcome to Scotland, the land of Rob Roy, and the setting for
the film, "Braveheart". Every bend in the road affords a reminder of
history and romance. The itinerary takes you north to the historic village of
Dunkeld and the stunning Hermitage forest waterfalls. In Pitlochry you can
sample the delights of Scotland's highest distillery at Dalwhinnie, near the
source of the River Spey. Continuing alongside Loch Tummel you then head over
the hills and past the spectacular sixteenth century Castle Menzies towards the
town of Aberfeldy and Dewars Whisky distillery*, where you can discover the
secret of how Scotland's national drink is made. Near the Victorian town of
Pitlochry, the Highlands meet the Lowlands Day 2 ABERDEEN KILDRUMMY GLENLIVET Today's route takes you through the beautiful Cairngorm Mountains . In the morning you will explore Glenlivet - not just a distillery but also a beautiful glen with great walks and wonderful wildlife. The drive to Braemar is spectacular, with lush green fields giving way to heather carpeted mountains. Visit Castle Fraser, a fairytale pink fortress en route to Aberdeen and your accommodations at the elegant Ardoe House. (B)
Day 3 THE WHISKY TRAIL BENROMACH GLENFIDDICH A
whole day exploring Scotland's most famous whisky region. After a scenic drive
toward the coast your first stop of the day will be at the family owned
Benromach Distillery for a personalised tour. From here it is a short distance
to Elgin - home to Gordon and Macphail - one of the world's leading specialist
whisky bottlers and suppliers. After lunch in Elgin you will travel back up the
Spey to Aberlour for a visit to the distillery there and time permitting make a
stop at the Speyside Cooperage in nearby Craigellachie, The Whisky Trail passes
little Highland villages en route to the Glenfiddich Distillery, where you
sample the famous "water of life". Continue to Inverness, capital of
the Highlands. Stay at Culloden House, a gracious ivy clad Georgian mansion.
The house's history includes spies, sieges, high chieftains and romance.
(B)Day 4-LOCH NESS/OBAN Visions of highland games, golf, haggis, remote islands, tartans and fine malt whisky come to life as you tour the countryside. Cawdor Castle, the place Shakespeare had in mind when he wrote Macbeth is nearby. The battle of Culloden was fought near Inverness.
Pass the Caledonian Canal, which links the
lochs of the Great Glen to the North and Irish Seas. View Loch Ness, the
legendary home of "Nessie". Monster spotting is a favorite pastime
here from the ruined Castle Urquhart. Travel to the mainland and to Ft.
William, dominated by Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. (B)Day 5 - ISLAY KILCHOMAN. From here it is a short drive to Kennacraig where we catch the early ferry to Islay. The sail is just over 2 hours and you should look out for wildlife such as dolphins, whales and seabirds. The itinerary today is quite flexible with a mixture of beautiful scenery, white sand beaches, short walks and of course the famous Islay whiskies - renowned for their strong peaty flavours and nurtured by the salty sea air. In the morning we will take the short drive to the west of the island via Saligo Bay for a visit to Kilchoman Distillery (the newest and smallest on the island) with the option of a coastal walk to Machair Bay for any non-whisky lovers (B)
Day 6 ISLAY ARDBEG BRUICHLADDICHAnother day in paradise!
Today you will explore the southern side of the island, home to the smokiest
and peatiest of all whiskies - Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Ardbeg. We will visit
Ardbeg for a tour, tasting and lunch. The restaurant here is a beautiful place
to relax and enjoy local produce as well as some unique whisky. We then follow
that up with a visit to Laphroaig.. While in the area we will visit the ruins
of Kildalton church with its famous 8th Century Celtic cross. IIn the afternoon
you will stop at the privately owned Bruichladdich Distillery for a tour and
tasting and visit the tiny harbour village of Portnahaven (look out for seals)
before taking the back roads along the west coast with its lovely sandy bays,
on the way back to Bowmore. (B)
Day 7 GLEN COE/EDINBURGH The Pass of Glen Coe is
notorious for the 1692 massacre. The area of low mountains and serene lakes
around Callander is known as the Trossachs, the setting for Sir Walter Scott's
Rob Roy and Lady of the Lake. Continue to Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland.
(B)Day 8 EDINBURGH HOME
Or, you can extend your stay (CB)
Private Guided Tour includes:
- Minibus with driver/guide just for your group
- Accommodations for 7 nights, rooms with bath
- Perth Balbirnie 1 night
- Aberdeen Ardoe House 1 night
- Inverness Culloden 1 night
- Oban Caledonian 1 night
- Bowmore Distillery 2 nights
- EdinburghHotel du Vin 1 night
- Admission fees and tastings
- Breakfast daily
- All taxes and service charges
Please ask for pricing for your party.
| What is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky? A Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the product of one specific distillery and has not been mixed with whisky from any other distilleries. The greatest concentration of malt whisky distilleries can be found in the Speyside region of north-east Scotland with Highland Lowland and Islay being the other main malt whisky producing zones. |
| What is a Blended Scotch Whisky? A blended scotch whisky may contain a combination of whiskies from over 40 or 50 different malt and grain distilleries. The normal ratio of malt to grain is 60% grain 40% malt. The percentage of malt used will determine the quality and smoothness of taste and character. |
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If you have just eight persons in your party, we can operate this tour
exclusively for you in a minibus, with an
expert driver/guide. We can also modify the itinerary to suit your family's or
group's needs, with or without activities for children in Scotland. Planning a group tour? Ask us for a quotation for a group of any size. Great Britain travel the way you want, with the ultimate choice of hotels and sightseeing. Whether you just want a base for excursions, or are planning an extensive itinerary, we can provide exactly what you want. Questions? Contact Lynott Tours, your Scotland travel agents at 1 (800) 221-2474USA & Canada Please Email Us For Information
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