From Edinburgh/Glasgow: 5-Day Whisky and Highlands Tour
Isle of Skye, Glasgow
Discover the best of Scotland on a 5-day whisky tour from Edinburgh or Glasgow. Visit 6 distilleries, explore the Isle of Mull, Inverness and the Orkney Islands , and enjoy the stunning scenery.
5-Day Whisky and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh or Glasgow
This small-group tour explores Scotland’s Highlands, islands, and six whisky distilleries, suitable for whisky enthusiasts and nature lovers departing from Edinburgh or Glasgow.
Highlights
- Taste whiskies at six iconic Scottish distilleries
- Explore the Isle of Mull
- Travel through the Highlands and visit Inverness
- Enjoy ferry rides between Oban, Mull, and Orkney Islands
- Stay in 3-star hotels with breakfast included
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Edinburgh/Glasgow – Oban – Isle of Mull
Depart from Edinburgh or Glasgow, traveling north through the Trossachs. Weather permitting, stop to view Kilchurn Castle ruins. Continue to Oban for a guided tour and tasting at Oban Distillery. In the afternoon, ferry to the Isle of Mull and stay overnight in Tobermory.
Day 2: Isle of Mull – Tobermory Distillery – Inverness
Visit Tobermory Distillery after breakfast for a tasting. Take a ferry to Kilchoan, then travel through mountains and glens, pausing at the Glenfinnan Viaduct. Arrive in Inverness for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Inverness – Glenmorangie & Wolfburn Distilleries – Kirkwall (Orkney Islands)
Travel north along Scotland’s northeast coast. Visit Glenmorangie Distillery for a tour and tasting, then Wolfburn Distillery near Thurso. Take the ferry from Gills Bay to Orkney Islands and check in at Kirkwall for two nights.
Day 4: Kirkwall – Highland Park & Scapa Distilleries
Tour Highland Park Distillery and Scapa Distillery, sampling their whiskies and learning about production methods. Return to Kirkwall for overnight accommodation.
Day 5: Kirkwall – Return to Edinburgh or Glasgow
Depart early for the ferry to the Scottish mainland, then travel south through the Highlands back to Edinburgh or Glasgow, with breaks along the way. The drive takes approximately seven hours.
Includes
- Transport by comfortable car or van with bilingual English-Spanish driver-guide
- Four nights’ accommodation in 3-star hotels with private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and breakfast
- Whisky tours and tastings at six distilleries: Oban, Tobermory, Glenmorangie, Wolfburn, Highland Park, and Scapa
- Ferry crossings between islands and mainland
- Small group experience
Excludes
- Meals other than breakfast
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Additional activities or attractions not specified
Important Information
- Photo ID is required
- Alcohol and smoking prohibited in the vehicle
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please be punctual to respect scheduled visit and tasting times
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book early to secure your place. Bring suitable clothing for variable weather and comfortable footwear for travel days. The best time to visit is late spring to early autumn for favorable weather and ferry schedules.
