What to do and see in Moray, Scotland: The Best Cultural Tours

Feel like a lord or lady as you wander through castles and manor houses. Stride ancient battlefields like a sword-wielding Highlander. And relive Scotland’s history defining moments of conceit and treachery as you listen to your driver-guide’s epic tales. On this tour, you’ll join the ranks of esteemed history lovers while you travel over sea, loch, and glen. You visit Scotland’s most impressive castles, tower forts, and palaces. And you even get a chance to take a boat trip and visit Scotland’s highest whisky distillery. This tour is your ticket into Scotland’s medieval past and royal history.

Inclusions: 3 nights en-suite accommodation in a B&B or 3-star Hotel (breakfast included), Professional driver guide, Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach (small groups max 16 passengers)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop off, Meals and refreshments, Admission fees

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

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

Scotland is world renowned for its production of the finest single malt whisky. Each single malt whisky boasts its unique taste and characteristics, influenced by the wonderful natural spring water so abundant throughout the country. The production methods for each single malt has been meticulously preserved through tradition and guarded by the distillery. Their traditional production methods and fine ingredients creates the subtle differences and intricate flavours which differentiates one malt whisky from the next. Happy Tours will take you to visit some of the most wonderful Speyside whisky distilleries so you can learn their secrets, and taste their wares.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Whisky tastings, Gratuities

If you love water of life (Uisge Beatha), this is the tour for you! Leaving your accomodation, we shall travel south, taking in some beautiful scenery and good stories. Arriving to Speyside, there is a variety of distillerys to choose from. My recommandation would be Cragganmore, Cardhu and the Speyside Cooperage ( here you can experience the making of the casks and you can also have a go at making one) Lunch can be taken in the quaint little town of Aberlour. On our way home, we will travel along the Moray coast, taking in the Black Isle also.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

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

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

Follow the Story of a noble woman who ends up homeless and destitute, and hear about her famous son's success story.

Inclusions: The history of Marjory Gilzean, Small photo stop at Elgin Cathedral

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We offer you a private tour to the heart of whisky country. Visit any distilleries you want and some examples are in the tour listing The three most popular are Macallan, Glenfiddich and Glenlivet. Option to substitute 1 distillery for a castle tour instead. Here are some distilleries we recommend: Aberlour Distillery, GlenAllachie Distillery, Macallan Distillery, Cardhu Distillery, Dailuaine Distillery, Benrinnes Distillery, Dalmunach Distillery, Knockando Distillery, Glenrothes Distillery, The Tamdhu Distillery, The lost Caperdonich Distillery aka Glen Grant, Glenfarclas Distillery, Strathisla Distillery, Speyside Cooperage and the Royal Lochnagar. We can book the guided distillery tours for you. Please note some distilleries close in winter. You must be over 18. Option to extend the day to 12 hrs and visit 3 distilleries or 2 and a Castle. Subject to availability. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Fees for tours, Gratuities, Lunch, Snacks

Tartan Tours are exclusive to Avril's Travels where you are personally guided around the highlands by a born and bred highland lassie or true scotsman. Join us as we venture the Speyside way taking in beautiful scenery and distilleries of your choice. We will also stop in the village of Grantown on Spey. This tour is totally customizable, you can choose which distillery you wish to visit. Those listed are a guide to what is in the area. Please message to discuss choice. Due to visiting distilleries this may not be suitable for families with young children as some venues have age restrictions. Avoid the hustle and bustle of a larger coach group and tour in comfort and privately round the highlands in a 7 or 16 seat minibus. This tour can be customized to your requirements, please get in touch to discuss. We try to get the most out of your day out so departure times will vary depending on your requirements. We will email you to confirm this.

Inclusions: Pick up and Drop off, Scottish Lassie or Laddie Driver Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Entry/Admission -To the Distillery of the day