3-5 Mile Distillery Tour Hike in the Speyside Region of Scotland

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Speak about the glut of distillery tours in the Speyside region of Scotland. However, it is possible to design a 3-5 mile distillery tour hike within the region. This itinerary explores multiple distilleries in a day, providing a comprehensive understanding of the region and its whisky culture.

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Day 1: From Dunkeld to Dalwhinnie and Back

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Starting from the historic village of Dunkeld and the stunning Hermitage Forest waterfalls, the journey north takes you into the Cairngorm National Park. After a scenic lunch in Pitlochry, visit the highest distillery in Scotland, Dalwhinnie. This distillery stands near the source of the River Spey, a suitable place to warm up with a sample of whisky after a long hike.

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The journey back through the park leads to Grantown on Spey, your base for the next two nights. The beautiful hikes through the Cairngorms provide the perfect backdrop for your journey into the world of Speyside whisky.

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Day 2: Exploring the Famous Whisky Region

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On day two, the focus is entirely on the famous whisky distilleries of the Speyside region. Start with a visit to the Benromach Distillery for a personalized tour. Then, drive to Elgin, home to the world-renowned Gordon and Macphail, a specialist in whisky bottling.

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A short drive back up the River Spey leads to the Speyside Cooperage, where you can see the process of barrel-making. From here, visit the Cardhu Distillery, known for its importance in the production of Johnnie Walker Black Label. This distillery tour also includes lunch at Aberlour or nearby.

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Note that this tour is only available on Wednesday departures.

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Day 3: Exploring the Cairngorm Mountains and Royal Deeside

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The final day takes you through the Cairngorm Mountains on the route back to Edinburgh. In the morning, explore the Glenlivet, a site combining a distillery with miles of beautiful and diverse walking trails. You will also have the chance to see the wildlife that calls this area home.

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The day continues with a visit to the majesty of Royal Deeside, passing by the historic Balmoral Castle. Stop in the charming village of Braemar, located in the heart of the National Park. The journey south passes over Scotlandrsquo;s highest mountain pass through Perthshire, arriving back in Edinburgh by around 18:30.

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Note: The itinerary and distillery visits may vary throughout the season, but there will always be a minimum of four distillery visits during the tour.

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Inclusions

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Important Information

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Travelers are encouraged to bring suitable clothing and footwear for the tour, as Scotland can be a wet place. For those with mobility issues or special needs, please inform the tour operator at the time of booking.

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On Friday departures, the schedule for day 1 and 3 will be reversed, and the Speyside Cooperage may not be open.