Spirit of the North
Spirit of the North
2-days "Spirit of the North" tour departing from Aberdeen
- Tour and tasting at Dalmore Distillery
- Tour and tasting at Glenmorangie Distillery
- Optional evening tasting at Dornoch Castle Hotel
- Tour and tasting at Clynelish Distillery
- Tour and tasting at Balblair Distillery
- Stunning views along the iconic North Coast 500
Our adventure begins with a visit to the prestigious Dalmore Distillery, renowned for its exceptional single malts and legendary craftsmanship. You’ll explore their production facilities and conclude with a tasting of some of Dalmore’s finest whiskies, showcasing their mastery in maturation and sherry cask aging.
After this, we’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Glenmorangie Distillery, home to Scotland’s tallest stills. At Glenmorangie, you’ll enjoy a tour of their state-of-the-art facilities followed by a curated tasting of their flagship expressions.
In the late afternoon, we’ll arrive in Dornoch and check into the historic Dornoch Castle Hotel. Depending on availability, there may be a chance for a brief visit to the nearby Dornoch Distillery, a small, family-run operation producing exceptional craft spirits. While not guaranteed, a lucky opportunity to peek inside this artisan distillery offers insight into their dedication to whisky production—a fascinating contrast to the larger distilleries.
In the evening, unwind with an optional whisky tasting at the world-famous Dornoch Castle Whisky Bar, renowned for its exceptional collection of rare and vintage whiskies.
After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we’ll begin our day at Clynelish Distillery, a Highland treasure celebrated for its waxy, complex single malts. You’ll tour the production facilities and savour a tasting of their signature expressions, including unique releases that embody the character of the Highland coastline.
Following a lunch stop in the scenic northern Highlands, we’ll visit Balblair Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries. Balblair offers a traditional whisky experience, featuring a guided tour of their historic facilities and a tasting of their smooth, fruit-forward single malts, and as a memento, each guest will receive a branded Balblair whisky glass to take home—a perfect keepsake of your visit.
We’ll return to Aberdeen by early evening, bringing an extraordinary Highland whisky experience to a close.
What is included in the cost of this tour?
What is not included in the cost of this tour?
All dates:
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Group Discount Available LimitedSaturday28th June 2025$5038Available
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Group Discount Available LimitedSaturday16th August 2025$5038Available
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Group Discount Available LimitedSaturday11th October 2025$5038Available
If none of the dates listed above are suitable, please feel free to contact us to arrange this tour as a private experience for your group of 1 to 8 guests on any available date.
Frequently asked questions:
- Photographic ID, as you may to get asked to provide a proof of age at the distilleries;
- Comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for weather conditions;
- Cash or card for all your whisky shopping – there will be lots of special bottles available to buy at the distilleries;
- Camera to catch all unforgetable moments and all beautiful Scottish scenery;
- Loads of positive energy
As not all distilleries permit children on their tours, we generally do not allow children on our scheduled tours. However, if you book a private tour, we can customise the itinerary to ensure a family-friendly experience, allowing your children to join and enjoy the journey with you
It starts at 7:00am and we are planning to be back in Aberdeen around 7:00pm on day 2.
If you are running late, please inform us as soon as possible, and we will do our best to wait or arrange an alternative solution. However, as our distillery visits are scheduled within pre-booked time slots, we reserve the right to depart if you are not at the agreed departure point on time. In such cases, no refund will be provided
During this tour, we will stay in Dornoch Castle Hotel - a 4* hotel in Dornoch.
During the tour, you will share a twin room (with 2 single beds) with one other person. If you prefer single occupancy, please inform us prior to booking. This option may be available for an additional charge, subject to availability.
A breakfast on day 2 is provided.
As all our scheduled tours, this tour is conducted in English.
For all our scheduled tours, we kindly ask you to limit your luggage to one small piece per person (a standard airline cabin bag or a small backpack is acceptable). For private and tailored tours, the luggage allowance may be greater and will depend on the size of your group
Wi-Fi is available at all accommodations included in our tours. Additionally, some distilleries provide complimentary Wi-Fi for their guests. If needed, we can also set up a hotspot for internet access while travelling in our vehicle
Yes, some distilleries offer discounts for our customers, including voucher offers for purchases at their distillery shops. Your guide will inform you of any available discounts
Flexible Payment Options: You may choose to pay the full amount upfront or opt for a partial payment plan—40% deposit at the time of booking, with the remaining balance payable no later than 60 days prior to the tour. Simply select your preferred option at checkout.