Culinary & Whisky Tour
Overview
Experience the best of Scotland’s food and drink offerings on this 8-day tour, meeting local producers along the way. You’ll begin in Glasgow, then head onwards to Oban, where you’ll explore one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, which dates back to 1794. You’ll pause for a must-see visit to Loch Ness on your way to Speyside, then tour a local farm in the area. You’ll then drive south to Aberdeen and have the option to discover one of the local cheese farms, as well as visit St Andrews on the way to Edinburgh. While in Edinburgh, you’ll visit Edinburgh Castle or choose to embark on a food walking tour through the old town.
Format
Locations
- Glasgow
- Oban
- Speyside
- Aberdeen
- Edinburgh
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Edinburgh (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
- 7 nights of accommodation including breakfast, in your selected category
- 7-day car rental in your selected category
- Third-Party Liability Insurance / Vehicle Theft Protection / VAT / Airport location fees
- Unlimited mileage for 7-day durations or longer
More Moments:
- Oban Distillery tour
- Tour of a local farm
- Earn Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Edinburgh.
Day 2
Edinburgh – Glasgow
Upon arrival in Edinburgh, pick up your car at the airport and make your way to your hotel In the Glasgow area. The remainder of the day at your leisure.
Stay overnight in Glasgow.
(Approximately 50 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Optional activity ($)
You can always visit Tennent’s Brewery for a tour and tasting of their award-winning beers brewed near the historic Cathedral Precinct.
Day 3
Glasgow – Oban
After breakfast, depart Glasgow and drive along Loch Lomond to the seaside town of Oban. Explore Oban’s shops, pubs, and restaurants.
Stay overnight in Oban.
(Approximately 153 km)
More Moments Activities Included
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Oban Distillery tour
Visit the Oban Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest, founded in 1794. Oban Distillery takes its name from the town where the Highlands meet the Islands and nestles below the steep cliff that overlooks Oban. This coastal location is accurately reflected by the character of the Oban 14-year-old single malt whisky. Meet the knowledgeable guides and learn about the ancient art of distilling.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Oban – Loch Ness - Speyside
After breakfast, Drive from Oban to Speyside via Loch Ness. Pass through Fort William.
Stay overnight in Speyside.
(Approximately 135 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Optional activity ($)
Stop at Spean Bridge’s woollen mill for a visit. Enjoy stunning views at Urquhart Castle on the shores of Loch Ness. Drive through Inverness to reach your accommodation in Speyside.
Stay overnight in Speyside.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Speyside
Explore Speyside’s famous whisky distilleries.
Stay overnight in Speyside.
($) Optional Activities
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Optional activity ($)
Visit whisky distilleries such as Glenfiddich, Macallan, and The Glenlivet. Visit the Speyside Cooperage to see whisky cask production from oak. Stop at Dean’s of Huntly to taste locally made shortbread with tea or coffee.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Speyside – Aberdeen / Cattle & Castles
After breakfast, discover Royal Deeside.
Stay overnight in Aberdeen.
(Approximately 100 km)
More Moments Activities Included
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Tour of a local farm
Meet a local farmer to learn about Highland Cattle and enjoy local delicacies.
($) Optional Activities
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Optional activity ($)
A morning visit to Crathes Castle and its gardens. Explore the village of Ballater with its royal warrant shops.
Meal(s): Breakfasts
Day 7
Aberdeen – Edinburgh / Cheese & Haggis
After breakfast, drive south from Aberdeen, stopping in Arbroath.
You’ll begin the day driving south from Aberdeen, stopping in Arbroath to sample Arbroath Smokies. You’ll then head to St Andrews to visit St Andrews Cheese Farm and learn about locally produced cheese. While there, you can explore St Andrew’s Cathedral, its scenic and dramatic golf courses and the University of St. Andrews, Scotland’s oldest founded in 1413. You’ll arrive in Edinburgh for a Scottish evening featuring haggis and entertainment.
Stay overnight in Edinburgh.
(Approximately 195 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Optional activity ($)
Sample Arbroath Smokies. Visit St Andrews Cheese Farm for locally produced cheese.
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Optional activity ($)
Arrive in Edinburgh for a Scottish evening featuring haggis and entertainment.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Edinburgh / Sightseeing
Today, explore Edinburgh.
Stay overnight in Edinburgh.
($) Optional Activities
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Optional activity ($)
Take an open-top bus tour of Edinburgh, exploring both the New Town and Old Town. You’ll visit Edinburgh Castle atop an extinct volcano and then join a food walking tour to taste various Scottish delights.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Return Home
After breakfast, you’ll return your car at Edinburgh Airport before boarding your return flight home.
*Due to early flights back to Canada, we recommend returning your car the day prior to avoid delays.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people (2 adults)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people (2 adults)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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- April 1, 2025 – October 31, 25
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- Meals and beverages, unless noted
- GPS, Fuel, Parking fees, traffic violation tickets car upgrades, inter-city toll fees,
- additional insurance coverage, child car seats, luggage racks, additional rental nights,
- late drop off fees, cross border fees
- Damage to tires, damaged wheels, lost keys
- Gratuities
- Local city taxes (payable in Euro at destination)
- Porterage
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This itinerary features More Moments, activities included with your package.
This itinerary includes suggestions for activities that are not included in your package, but they are great tips for places to visit and things to do.
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Car – Self Drive
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The order of the itinerary could vary including the number of consecutive nights per city or town. Days of excursions and times are confirmed with final confirmation and itinerary. This itinerary is for reference only.
Optional activity ($): are suggested activities and are not included in this program.
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Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.