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Clan Tour of Speyside Distilleries
4.7
89 Ratings
Highland Council
Embark on a historical journey through Speyside distilleries with GHD Clan. Experience George’s childhood area and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of whisky-making. Book now!
Embark on a historical journey through Speyside distilleries with GHD Clan. Experience George’s childhood area and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of whisky-making. Book now!
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Carrbridge - In Carrbridge, you’ll find the Old Pack Horse Bridge, the oldest known bridge in the Highlands, locally referred to as The Coffin Bridge. It was constructed in 1717 at a total cost of £100. (photo stop 15 mins)
- Grantown-on-Spey - Grantown, as we know it today, is said to have been founded in 1765 after a bridge was built over the…
- Carrbridge - In Carrbridge, you’ll find the Old Pack Horse Bridge, the oldest known bridge in the Highlands, locally referred to as The Coffin Bridge. It was constructed in 1717 at a total cost of £100. (photo stop 15 mins)
- Grantown-on-Spey - Grantown, as we know it today, is said to have been founded in 1765 after a bridge was built over the River Spey to allow soldiers to travel from Corgaff Castle to Fort George. The current population is approximately 2,500 people, and it is home to Grant Castle.
- Glenfarclas Distillery - We can visit or take a full tour. Please note it is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Speyside Cooperage Visitor Centre - Please note that the Cooperage is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy a journey through the lifecycle of the cask with this classic tour. See the highly skilled coopers at work while you relax and enjoy the gift shop. Entrance fee is £10.00 per person.
- Glenfiddich Distillery - Have a dram in the tasting room if available. Just pay for what you drink.
- The Glenlivet Distillery - Drinks only.
- Cardhu Distillery - This is a great visit that tells the story of how whisky was made with surplus grain from all the farms in the area. Tastings only. We always try to be at Cardhu for a 10:15 start time. PLEASE NOTE - This distillery visit is only available on Saturdays and Sundays.
What's Included
- Bottled water included
- Guidance from an authentic Highlander in traditional kilt
- Bottled water included
- Guidance from an authentic Highlander in traditional kilt
What's Not Included
- All entry fees to distilleries , any Food And Drink is NOT INCLUDED
- All entry fees to distilleries , any Food And Drink is NOT INCLUDED
Additional Information
Embark on a journey towards Speyside, which will feel like a trip through time, getting you closer to George’s birthplace. You might notice a subtle shift in his accent as you approach his hometown.
IMPORTANT: Early booking of this tour is advised as it might not always be possible to access all distilleries in a single day due to their high demand….
Embark on a journey towards Speyside, which will feel like a trip through time, getting you closer to George’s birthplace. You might notice a subtle shift in his accent as you approach his hometown.
IMPORTANT: Early booking of this tour is advised as it might not always be possible to access all distilleries in a single day due to their high demand. Nonetheless, George will stretch every nerve to make sure you get to visit and appreciate your chosen distilleries in the area.
Location
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Rose Street
You won't miss our Mini bus... Look out for the Highland Cow with it's Tartan hat on the front :)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(89 Ratings)
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Jack_j
Oct 20, 2025
Highly Recommend - This is an excellent experience. George is incredibly knowledgeable of the area, history, and whisky, and is more than willing to share some amazing stories. The distilleries were great and the cooperage was an unexpected highlight. George, thank you for the laughs and a great time!
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Joanna_g
Oct 1, 2025
George was an absolute delight! - George was an absolute delight! The tour was informative and fun from start to finish. I learned about whisky in the distilleries we visited; and George's local knowledge meant we got some history of the local area to boot (playing "guess the purpose of the old farming equipment was good fun!"). I would highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting the area.
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Karen_c
Sep 26, 2025
100% Worth it! - Our tour guide Sarah picked us up at the appointed time and settled us into the van. She told us about the area, asked us what we wanted to see, there was some slight changes we were able to make to the tour itinerary which was awesome since my husband really wanted to see some Pictish stones. Glenfarclas did a very good and thorough distillery tour, with a wee tasting at the end in a beautiful room. We were able to get the Cooperage tour which you should not miss. We did two more tastings and a quick visit to a working wool mill: Knockando Woolmill. Sarah was a great driver and tour guide. This tour was worth it, 100%!
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Jason_s
Sep 8, 2025
Great time in Speyside - Awesome time with George. Very informative and we can not have imagined a better time. Would recommend to anyone visiting. Everyone say WHISKEY!
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Jun_i
Aug 30, 2025
You can tour three whiskey breweries, even a barrel factory... - It was very meaningful to visit three whisky breweries and even a barrel manufacturing plant. The driver's guide is friendly and talkative. Even if I couldn't hear enough English, I was able to convey integrity. The area around Speyside is rolling hills where sheep graze leisurely.
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Ashish_p
Aug 20, 2025
Splendid Speyside Tour - George is a very kind and genuine person. Our tour experienced was elevated because of all the information he gave us and all the effort he put to take us around and manage all of our small requests while moving from one distillery to another. Very witty person with good stories and funny jokes. Amazing experience 👍🏻
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Karen_l
Aug 16, 2025
Wonderful day with a pleasant surprise. - George was the perfect Scottish guide. We contacted him ahead of time by messaging and requested a specific distillery and his choice for the rest of the day. As we drove he pointed out interesting sights and answered any questions we had. His knowledge of the various distilleries in the area was extensive. We had the full tour of my husband’s favorite distillery and tastings at two others. In addition we learned about the refurbishing of the casks at the area cooperage. We had a quick lunch at a very nice sandwich shop as well. Keep n mind the guide will book the distillery tours but admission payment was our responsibility and not included in the tour fee. The entire day was pleasant, informative and not at all rushed. Big surprise to me was that I have never enjoyed my husband’s scotch whisky but loved the very peaty one I tried. We both would highly recommend the tour, especially with George!
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542clayt
Aug 12, 2025
George is fantastic! - George Was Outstanding!
Today I had the pleasure of taking a small group whiskey tour guided by George, and I can honestly say it was one of the best tour experiences I've ever had. It was 6 of us in the van with George traveling through Scotland.
From the moment we began, George’s passion for whiskey was infectious. He struck the perfect balance between deep knowledge and entertaining storytelling, making the history, process, and subtle nuances of whiskey not only understandable but truly fascinating. Whether you were a seasoned connoisseur or a total beginner, George made everyone feel welcome and engaged.
He had an incredible way of answering questions with insight and humor, and his enthusiasm never felt forced—it was clear he genuinely loves what he does. The tasting portion was especially memorable, thanks to George’s expert guidance on how to appreciate the flavors and aromas like a pro.
If you’re considering a whiskey tour, I cannot recommend George highly enough. He turned a great tour into an unforgettable experience.
Cheers, George—you were fantastic!
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Aug 12, 2025
Best tour yet! - George was excellent! This was a fun filled day with lots of stories and short stops to other very cool locations. We laughed We drank. We learned. Then we drank a bit more and laughed a bit more. Thank you for an amazing day!
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J3359ngashleyw
Aug 12, 2025
Tasty Tour - George was super friendly and knowledgeable on all Scottish things. He took us for breakfast and lunch at local places and everything was tasty. The whisky tour was an awesome experience! Highly recommend
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