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Scotland Water of Life Tour
Edinburgh
gbUnited Kingdom
3 nights
Your program overview
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.

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB, EH1 3BG
0.1 km from center
City Double Room, 1 King Bed
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
24 m²
Breakfast included
2 Adults
1 Room
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
2h
Gold Whiskey Tasting at Scotch Whiskey Experience
Gold Whiskey Tasting at Scotch Whiskey Experience
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. 

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Highlights of your Edinburgh experiences
Edinburgh
Scott Monument
Scott Monument
Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh
Edinburgh Old Town
Edinburgh Old Town
Edinburgh
Saint Andrew Square
Saint Andrew Square
Edinburgh
St Giles' Cathedral
St Giles' Cathedral
Edinburgh
Princess Street
Princess Street
Edinburgh
Arthur's Seat
Arthur's Seat
Edinburgh
Loch Lomond National Park
Loch Lomond National Park
Train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen1st Class Seat
Departure
2 h 30 min
Arrival
Aberdeen
gbUnited Kingdom
3 nights
Your program overview
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. 

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Standard Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
20 m²
Breakfast included
2 Adults
1 Room
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
Train from Aberdeen to GlasgowEconomy + 2nd Class
Departure
1 layover
2 h 30 min
Arrival
Glasgow
gbUnited Kingdom
1 day
Your program overview
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, IslayEconomy
Departure
42 min
Arrival
Port Ellen, Islay
Port Ellen, Islay
gbUnited Kingdom
2 nights
Your program overview
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. 

The Machrie Hotel & Golf Links
The Machrie Hotel & Golf Links
The Machrie Hotel & Golf LInks, Islay Island, Scotland, GB, PA42 7AN
9.4 km from center
Cosy Room, 1 Double Bed
Up to 3 guests
1 Double Bed
20 m²
Breakfast included
2 Adults
1 Room
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. 

The Machrie Hotel & Golf Links
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan
Flight from Port Ellen, Islay to GlasgowEconomy
Departure
42 min
Arrival
Glasgow
gbUnited Kingdom
1 night
Your program overview
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. 

voco Grand Central Hotel
voco Grand Central Hotel
GB, 99 Gordon St, Glasgow, G1 3SF
Standard Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
25 m²
Breakfast included
2 Adults
1 Room
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
Day 10 Glasgow

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

voco Grand Central Hotel
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan
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