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Highland Whisky Tours in Edinburgh: Our Top 15

24 tours  ·  from $63 a head

The 15 best highland whisky tours in Edinburgh you can book now, with what each costs, how long it pours and who it suits. Start at number one and work down.

Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission - River Tay and lunch in Pitlochry
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Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission

1.Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 641 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $80Our pick

Spend 10 hours exploring the Highlands in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. Walk through the Hermitage, see Dunkeld Cathedral and Queen’s View, stop for lunch in Pitlochry, then tour and taste whisky at Dewar’s Aberfeldy. Guides such as Shea, Rhys, Ally, and Simon are known for local stories, music, and smooth driving.

“Awesome tour for a one day adventure ! Packs a lot into just a few hours . Our tour guide , William was Really cool . Everything on time and really diverse things to see”

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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting - The Hermitage and Black Linn Falls
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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting

2.From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 628 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $63Best value

Leave Edinburgh with an English-speaking driver-guide and travel through Perthshire to Dunkeld, Black Linn Falls, Pitlochry, Queen’s View, and Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery. Expect a small minibus, woodland walking, free time for lunch, and a whisky tasting. Guides such as Duncan, Graeme, Kylie, and Sean are known for lively stories, music, and Scottish history.

“Had a fabulous day out. Duncan (Or Big Dunc, as I'm told there are two of them working as drivers in Edinburgh) is an excellent storyteller, knows all the ins and outs of the places you stop, and works very hard to make sure everyone has a good day out. During the tour he clearly tries to have a little chat with everyone as you get off or on the bus and as you have a little walkaround (which definitely is appreciated as a solo traveller). Small van, which seats max 16 people I think. which makes storytime during the drive even better as people can just shout out any…”

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Scenic Walk, Glencoe & Whisky Day Tour - The Hermitage waterfalls provide an easy start
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Scenic Walk, Glencoe & Whisky Day Tour

3.Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Scenic Walk, Glencoe & Whisky Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 393 reviews · from $101

Travel from Edinburgh in a small group of up to eight with guides such as Mark, Richie, Owen, Karen, and Georgie. Expect a 12-hour loop through the Cairngorms, the Hermitage waterfalls, Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Loch Lomond, with a whisky dram, optional cruise, Highland cow sightings, and fish and chips.

“I recently had the pleasure of joining the Loch Ness, Scenic Walk & Glencoe Tour led by Karen, and it was truly an unforgettable experience! From start to finish, Karen made the journey engaging, informative, and incredibly fun. The scenery was absolutely stunning. Glencoe’s dramatic landscapes, especially Three Sisters, were spectacular. Charming stops along the way made for the perfect day out. The scenic walk through The Hermitage was breathtaking views that felt straight out of a postcard. If you're looking for an incredible way to explore the Scottish Highlands, I highly recommend this tour! Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover, or just looking for a relaxing yet adventurous…”

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Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish - Queen’s View gives you the classic Highland outlook
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Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish

4.Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 297 reviews · from $76

Travel from Edinburgh through Highland forests, lochs, villages, Stirling, the Kelpies, and Blair Athol Distillery in Spanish. Guides such as Jonny, Javi, and Ruth lead groups of up to eight, mixing short walks, local stories, viewpoints, and free time. Lunch is not included, and Stirling Castle is viewed from outside.

“Excursion very complete, enjoying both walks in the forest and the culture and gastronomy of the Highlands. A comfortable and enjoyable way to enjoy the charm of this area. In our case Javi guided us and made the experience a lot of fun... I would have liked the history teachers to have explained the battles to me.... To recommend and repeat.Auto-translated”

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From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Whisky Tour - Clydeside Distillery and Glasgow’s whisky story
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From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Whisky Tour

5.From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Whisky Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 266 reviews · 10 hours · from $75

Spend 10 hours traveling from Edinburgh to Glasgow, Loch Lomond, and Stirling with an English-speaking driver-guide. Visit Clydeside Distillery, pause by the loch for lunch, explore Stirling Castle, and hear stories of William Wallace. Whisky and attraction admission cost extra.

“Our driver, Sergio, was friendly, engaging, knowledgable and entertained us with did-bits of local Scottish history throughout the trip. It was a full day but went by fast and was well worth it. I'd highly recommend this day trip!”

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Scotland's Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh - The road to the Highlands is part of the attraction
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Scotland’s Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh

6.Scotland’s Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $90

Leave Edinburgh at 8:15 am for a nine-hour Highland day with an English-speaking guide. See the Kelpies, Loch Lomond and Trossachs scenery, visit Glenturret Distillery, walk to Black Linn Falls, and explore Dunkeld. Whisky tours, tastings, meals, and drinks cost extra. Guides may include Dusty, Louise, Paul, or Duncan.

“We traveled with Dusty as our guide. He was entertaining and informative. He even managed to squeeze a few extra sights in for us! Great tour. Did whiskey tour/tasting with a child in our group and he enjoyed it as much as we did.”

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Stirling Castle, Highland Lochs & Whisky Tour from Edinburgh - Stirling Castle and the old royal capital
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Stirling Castle, Highland Lochs & Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

7.Stirling Castle, Highland Lochs & Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 204 reviews · 10 hours · from $94

Spend a full day with a driver-guide such as Iain, Angela, Keith, or Andy, traveling by Mercedes mini-coach from Edinburgh to Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, and Glengoyne Distillery. You can choose a castle visit or Old Stirling, a boat trip or a short viewpoint walk, then finish with whisky tasting. Castle and distillery fees, lunch, and drinks cost extra.

“The guide, driver, story teller Neil was just fantastic. Had a fantastic humor and great knowledge about Scotland he was sharing in a very interesting way.”

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Loch Lomond, Stirling and Whisky Tour from Edinburgh - Leaving Edinburgh for the River Clyde
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Loch Lomond, Stirling and Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

8.Loch Lomond, Stirling and Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $77

Spend about 10 hours touring from central Edinburgh to the Clydeside Distillery, Loch Lomond, and Stirling Castle in a small air-conditioned minivan. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Paul, Jaime, Dave, Steve B, or Nestor, provides history and stories along the way. Castle and distillery admissions cost extra.

“This was a great tour. An unplanned photo stop at the Kelpies was nice. Enough time at whiskey distillery and Loch Lomond where we had lunch and a lovely walk to the loch.”

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1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour - Deanston Distillery and the whisky decision
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1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

9.1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · 12 hours 25 minutes (approx.) · from $68

Travel from Edinburgh with a Hairy Coo driver-guide such as Ryan, Ewal, Colin, or Paul, depending on the day. Visit Deanston Distillery, Glencoe, Fort Augustus on Loch Ness, the Commando Memorial, and Pitlochry, with regular photo and comfort stops. The optional whisky tour costs extra, and the day returns around 8:30 PM.

“Ryan was very knowledgeable in the area and kept us engaged the whole time. Overall great trip would recommend.”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour - Edinburgh - What this Edinburgh to Highlands day is really like
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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour – Edinburgh

10.Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour – Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about 12 hours touring Scotland’s Highlands from Edinburgh in an air-conditioned minibus. Walk to Hermitage waterfalls, visit a whisky distillery, stop at Loch Ness, cross Glencoe and Rannoch Moor, and see Highland cows at Kilmahog. Guides such as Cameron, Harris, Richie, Pete, and Magnus bring the history and humor. The Loch Ness cruise costs extra.

“This is a great tour. Very interesting and funny! However, I would’ve liked a little more time at the whiskey tasting! You got to see everything, and more than expected!”

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From Edinburgh: Full Day Scottish Highlands and Whisky Tour - The Kelpies: giant horses beside the canal
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From Edinburgh: Full Day Scottish Highlands and Whisky Tour

11.From Edinburgh: Full Day Scottish Highlands and Whisky Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 136 reviews · 9 hours · from $72

Spend nine hours with Highland Explorer Tours visiting the Kelpies, Glenturret Distillery, Dunkeld Cathedral, and Hermitage Forest. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Steve, Laura, or Paul, adds Scottish stories and music along the way. The distillery tasting is optional and costs extra, so check your booking carefully.

“Nice trip and the guides were awesome. Loved the stories about Scottish history ❤️ The bus could have been a little more comfortable… The seats were to small/tight. Other than that, loved the tour 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️👍🏻😘”

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Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies, Whisky & Highlands Tour - Stirling Castle: royal rooms and national stories
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Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies, Whisky & Highlands Tour

12.Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies, Whisky & Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 73 reviews · from $108

Spend 9.5 hours with a small group of up to eight, visiting Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, Glengoyne Distillery, and the Kelpies. Guides such as Laura, Owen, James, Craig, and Cal bring Scottish history and local stories to life. Expect a short, sometimes steep walk, castle and whisky fees extra, and no lunch included.

“Our guide Laura was wonderful! My partner and I had an amazing time on this tour, Laura was helpful, friendly and provided much enthusiasm about the history of Scotland which we enjoyed. An overall great introduction to Scotland and managed to see a lot in one day.”

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Scotland Whisky Explorer: Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh - The Kelpies: a powerful first stop
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Scotland Whisky Explorer: Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

13.Scotland Whisky Explorer: Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 46 reviews · 8.5 hours · from $72

Leave Edinburgh early for the Kelpies, Glenturret Distillery, Crieff or a whisky tasting, the Hermitage woodland, Dunkeld Cathedral, and the Forth Bridge. Guides such as Wendi, Tiegan, and Emily have led recent departures. Expect a full day, small-group transport, walking, and extra costs for food and distillery entry.

“Emily was a great guide, provided lots of information, drove safely and was very personable. Good itinerary, covered a lot of Scottish highlights.”

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The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan - Whisky at Glenturret Distillery
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The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan

14.The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $343

Travel from Edinburgh in a private premium minivan with a guide such as Jim or Alexander. See the Three Bridges, visit Glenturret Distillery, pause at the Scottish Crannog Centre, eat lunch in Kenmore, visit Rob Roy’s grave, explore Doune Castle, and see the Kelpies. WiFi and bottled water are included.

“Jim was very knowledgeable about Scottish history. Even knew alot about our American hisory. We enjoyed the whole experience very much and already want to come back to visit Scotland again. Beautiful Country!”

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4 Day Speyside & Highlands Whisky Tour from Edinburgh - The GlenDronach visit and its sherry-cask focus
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4 Day Speyside & Highlands Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

15.4 Day Speyside & Highlands Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 3 days 11 hours (approx.) · from $1,410

Travel from Edinburgh into Speyside and the Highlands with a small group of up to 16 people. Visit ten distilleries and the Speyside Cooperage, taste rare and sherry-cask whiskies, try Aqua Vitae, and enjoy three nights' accommodation with breakfast. Guides have included Rory, Jamie, Nick, and Moray.

“All of it was fantastic - great destilleries, great guide (Rory, aka Rory the Bruce), great other people from US, UK and AUS.”

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