Wednesdays - Malt Whisky Trail

Tomintoul and Whisky Castle - The Glenlivet Distillery - Glenfiddich Distillery Shop - Glenfarclas Distillery

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Leave your car behind to do the Speyside Whisky Trail justice!

Our first stop of the morning is the Tomintoul, the highest village in the Highlands where we have arranged a special whisky tasting at the world famous Whisky Castle. Here you will learn from Mike all the best there is to know about this wonderful product and, if you need to buy that special gift or indulgence, - this is the place!

We then take a small country road alongside the River Avon, which will lead us to the world famous Glenlivet Distillery, the first licensed distillery in Scotland , where they have been making the "uisge beatha" since 1824 - first guided tour and tasting of Glenlivet malt whiskies. Also a very good place to have lunch.

From Glenlivet we then continue through the hills and arrive at Dufftown, known as the capital of the Malt Whisky Country!  It is here that we have a brief stop at Glenfiddich Distillery shop.  Founded by William Grant back in 1887, the distillery is still owned by the original family and is now one of the best known brands in the world.

Going past the local cooperage at Craigellachie (where many whisky casks come from), we then join the scenic A95 following the River Spey until we arrive at Glenfarclas Distillery. In addition to being one of my favourite drams - this Distillery is also one of the last 'truly' family-owned and run malt whisky distilleries in Scotland. A true 'gem' of a place. Take the excellent distillery tour and indulge yourself at the end with a complimentary 'tasting' of their rare and wonderful product.

We then finish the day by visiting the local salmon smokehouse to learn more about this lovely product (for which only chips and shavings from old whisky casks are used!) and naturally a product tasting (why not take some home?!)

This is a great day out, and although it is focused on the subject of malt whisky, you will also journey through some lovely Scottish countryside and heather moors, and have the opportunity to visit local craft shops.

Tour Notes

		Pick up points include Cromdale, Grantown-on-Spey, Dulnain Bridge , Nethy Bridge , Boat of Garten, Carrbridge, Kincraig, Aviemore - Other collection points by arrangement.
		Tour departs around 08.30am & returns 5pm approx (Departure times based from Aviemore). If you have an alternative pick-up point - times may be earlier or later - please check at time of booking.
		This tour requires a minimum of 4 passengers to operate.
		Entrances are not included (allow approx £2.50 per person for Glenfarclas
		Printed tour guides are available in a range of languages. We also speak good French and passable German and Spanish!
		Venues may occasionally be unavailable (maintenance, weather, etc.) and in such cases the tour itinerary may be altered at short notice.
		Please inform the driver if you have any special requests or medical conditions.
		Please note that smoking is not permitted on the vehicles and that seat belts must be worn.

Contact Details/Bookings

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For further information, please contact Bill or Steph at:

Highland Discovery Tours , Balnafettach, Cromdale, Moray, PH26 3LW
Tel: +44 (0)1479 870 341 Fax: +44 (0)1479 870 409 Email: steph@balnafettach.com

Payment

Payment can be made in cash, by credit card (all major credit cards accepted, except Amex)) or by cheque (accompanied by guarantee card).

The Malt Whisky Trail 2008 Prices are:

Adults: £46
Children up to 15: £31 (some distilleries may not allow young children to enter the production areas)

Payment will be requested a few days prior to the tour - please contact Highland Discovery Tours as soon as you have arrived at your destination (Bill or Steph on 01479 870 341). Booking only confirmed on receipt of payment.

Cancellation conditions: please note that a £10 cancellation fee will apply for cancellations after a confirmed booking has been made.  Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure will result in the full tour fee being charged.