The 8 Best Cultural Tours in , Scotland

February 27, 2022 Jacquiline Darosa

Discover the best top things to do in , United Kingdom including Speyside Whisky Trail Small-Group Day Tour from Aberdeen, 3-Day Speyside Whisky Trail Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh, Scottish Highland Games Day Trip from Edinburgh, Tailored Tours of NE Scotland, 5-Day Outer Hebrides & the Scottish Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh , TOUR ALL THE FLAVORS OF SCOTLAND & SKYE! 5 days + 4 nights., 3-Day Private Speyside Whisky Experience in Edinburgh, Balmoral tour from Inverness.
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1. Speyside Whisky Trail Small-Group Day Tour from Aberdeen

Bus Station, Guild St, Aberdeen AB11 6NA, UK Rabbie's
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Whether you're a whisky lover or a whisky learner, you're bound to get a taste for it in the beautiful region of Speyside. Home to around 50% of all Scottish whisky distilleries, there's almost too much to see and drink. So on this tour, we help you get the most out of the region by taking you to two distinct distilleries. It’s a chance to learn about the incredible history, process, and flavours of Scotland’s national drink.

Inclusions: Professional driver/guide, Modern, air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach, Small Group Tour (16 people max)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Admission fees

Reviewed By Relax167982

We had a fabulous time exploring Highlands. Alice, our driver and guide, was very knowledgeable and accommodating. She took the local roads in the way to Inverness, and shared with us history of Scotland, and we truly enjoyed it. Boat trip was arranged in advance, so everything went smoothly. Highly recommended!

2. 3-Day Speyside Whisky Trail Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Edinburgh Bus Station, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK Rabbie's
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Soak up the spirit of Speyside on a 3-Day small-group whisky tour! Explore Scotland’s principle malt whisky producing region, which is noted for its elegant and subtle-tasting whiskies. Your small-group 3-day whisky tour will depart from Edinburgh with a maximum of 16 people and head to the north-east area of Scotland! The region of Speyside follows the path of the River Spey, stretching from the west of the Cairngorm National Park to the east coast. Boasting an impressive scene of winding lochs, green glens and dramatic peaks, the region has something for everyone. Enjoy visits to four of the region’s famous whisky distilleries, Dalwhinnie, Benromach, Glenfiddich and Glenlivet and enjoy tastings and samples galore. Speyside is home to another 42 operating distilleries, so there’s certainly plenty more to see if time permits! You will also visit Gordon and MacPhail’s legendary whisky shop in the Royal Burgh (town) of Elgin where you can shop for some of Speyside’s finest malts.

Inclusions: Driver guide, Small Group Tour (16 people max), 2 nights overnight accommodation including breakfast, with private facilities in either a B&B or 3-star hotel, Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop off, Entrance fees for the distilleries

Reviewed By 464kathyi

Just returned from a lovely trip to the beautiful city of Edinburgh, can't wait to go back ???? During my stay I booked two 1 day tours with Rabbis. Firstly a huge thank you for running the tours with just the 2 of us, our stay had been planned around these days out so very grateful they went ahead. The Outlander tour with Lizzie was amazing as was Lizzie, she went out of her way to ensure we had a great day even though the weather was a bit liquidy! She was extremely knowledgeable about the Outlander series/locations and Scottish history in general, many thanks Lizzie. Our second tour was to St Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife with David who was fab, he was extremely helpful, flexible, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. The villages were beautiful and St Andrews was stunning, we were also fortunate enough to have lovely sunny weather. I would highly recommend both tours and guides! Kathy ☀️☔????

3. Scottish Highland Games Day Trip from Edinburgh

Highland Explorer Tours, 60 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1TB, UK Highland Explorer Tours
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Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the color and energy of the unique Scottish Highlands Games on a day trip from Edinburgh. See men in kilts tossing the caber, putting the shot and throwing the hammer, and enjoy a memorable day out in the scenic Highlands.

Inclusions: Transport by luxury, air-conditioned midi coach, Professional guide, WiFi on board coach, Highland Games Entry Ticket

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop off

Reviewed By 180rebecar

Despite Covid-19 this tour company makes us feel very safe, they had sanitisers and a considerable social distancing inside the tour bus. Was the best way to see the highlands and their incredible landscape, our tour guide Caitlin was incredible, knowledgeable, full of energy, kind, and happy, if you take this tour make sure you ask for her as she did this experience much more memorable. The visit to Loch Ness was fantastic we had the boat trip there also a must to do!

4. Tailored Tours of NE Scotland

Kilted Wanderer Tours

All tours are designed and tailored to the needs and preferences of my customers. The tours are small private groups, which makes for a much more personal experience.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Soda/Pop

Exclusions: Entry to attractions is excluded from price

5. 5-Day Outer Hebrides & the Scottish Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Edinburgh Bus Station, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK Rabbie's

Experience the timeless traditions and brilliant beauty of the Outer Hebrides and the Highlands on a 5-day tour from Edinburgh and discover the Highlands and Islands' enchanting scenery, fascinating history and people. See historical sites including Callanish Standing Stones, Arnol Blackhouse and Scone Palace. The experience includes your an excellent choice of guesthouse (B&B) or 3-star Hotel accommodation in Ullapool, Stornoway and Inverness.

Inclusions: Transport by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes minicoach, Driver/guide, Round-trip ferry transport to the Outer Hebrides, 4 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast

Exclusions: Meals and refreshments, Admission fees, Gratuities

Reviewed By 464kathyi

Just returned from a lovely trip to the beautiful city of Edinburgh, can't wait to go back ???? During my stay I booked two 1 day tours with Rabbis. Firstly a huge thank you for running the tours with just the 2 of us, our stay had been planned around these days out so very grateful they went ahead. The Outlander tour with Lizzie was amazing as was Lizzie, she went out of her way to ensure we had a great day even though the weather was a bit liquidy! She was extremely knowledgeable about the Outlander series/locations and Scottish history in general, many thanks Lizzie. Our second tour was to St Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife with David who was fab, he was extremely helpful, flexible, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. The villages were beautiful and St Andrews was stunning, we were also fortunate enough to have lovely sunny weather. I would highly recommend both tours and guides! Kathy ☀️☔????

6. TOUR ALL THE FLAVORS OF SCOTLAND & SKYE! 5 days + 4 nights.

West Register House, 17 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh EH2 4DF, UK ScotlandTrips International

Welcome to SCOTLAND: we can say that paradise !. This wonderful country has been rated in 2017 by reference publications in the world of Tourism and Leisure Travel as the most beautiful country in the world. On this impressive 5 day Tour / Vacation we are going to take you to experience and taste almost three quarters of the impressive Scotland or Alba in their Original Celtic language Scottish Gaelic. From the East Coast, the two huge National Parks, the Northeast Coast of the North Sea to the beautiful island of reference for outdoor cinema Skye, we are not going to miss practically anything along the way. This Tour is a selection of all the variety that this ancient and mystical country can offer us in just five wonderful days. MAY BE CONTRACTED IN PRIVATE OR OPEN GROUP.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast

Exclusions: Light lunch on behalf of the client., Optional dinners, supplement.

7. 3-Day Private Speyside Whisky Experience in Edinburgh

Lang Atholl Experience

This experience is perfect for those who wish to explore the Speyside Whisky region from Edinburgh while retaining luxury throughout. The tour begins from a departure point of your choice before we venture north from Edinburgh into Fife and onto the beautiful town of St Andrews. From St Andrews, the journey continues as you enter the city of Dundee where you will have the opportunity to visit the V&A Museum. From Dundee, you will then travel to the town of Braemar and The Fife Arms Hotel, owned by Manuella and Iwan Wirth (renowned art dealers) this luxury hotel has over 40,000 pieces of independent art within. Your second day will see you visit the 3 largest distilleries in Speyside: Macallan, Glenlivet & Glenfiddich before your return on day 3 through the Heart of Scotland with visits to two final distilleries: Edradour and Royal Lochnagar

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Accommodation, Private transportation, Whisky Tours , 24 Hour Concierge Support, All Fees and Taxes

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8. Balmoral tour from Inverness

Highland Discovery Tours

Balmoral Castle & Royal Lochnagar Distillery Tour From Inverness ​ Before stopping at the castle we will stop at the crathie kirk church for 30 mins before going on to Balmoral Estate. ​ In 2020 the grounds, gardens, exhibitions, gift shop and cafe will be open to the Public on a daily basis from 1st April until 31st July. Opening times are from 10.00 a.m. until 5.00 p.m. however please note that the last recommended admission is at 4.30 p.m. We recommend that you set aside at least one and a half hours for your visit to Balmoral. This will give you time to visit the grounds, gardens, exhibitions, gift shop and the Pipers Hall Cafe. You will have access to the formal and vegetable gardens, the exhibitions in the stable area and largest room in the Castle, the Ballroom. Their is also a audio handset tour, which is available in English together with Dutch, French, German, Italian and Spanish translations. The audio tour is only available for admissions before 4.30 p.m.

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Reviewed By HighlandLass24

Andrew gave us the best experience on a trip out to Cawdor Castle from Inverness. He was on time, helpful with my elderly mother, kind, full of knowledge and just plain welcoming. He picked us up at our B&B in Inverness, promptly at the time arranged, told us all about the castle during our drive out there, and told us if we needed more time at the castle, to just let him know and he could adjust as needed. On the way back to Inverness, since it was my mother's first time in Scotland, he drove us by Culloden battlefield to take a look at the site as well as the hairy coos there at no extra charge, even though we were his last trip for the day and it took time out of his own personal schedule. He was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word and I would highly recommend him and his car services and tours to anyone who visits the area. The prices were reasonable, the service outstanding and you definitely won't be disappointed.

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