Experience Scotland's rugged countryside on a Highlands and whisky tour from Edinburgh. In a small-group, visit Scotland’s hilly Lowlands and forested Highlands, where you can spot waterfalls and migrating salmon in the River Braan. Stop in quaint towns for refreshments and whisky tastings, and soak up the stunning landscape — a mosaic of verdant glens, loch, and rivers. Along the way, learn the often dark history of this wild region.

Travel to the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Experience the lochs, glens, and whisky of the Highlands
See Glencoe and Loch Tummel from the Queen's View
Small-group tour for a more personalized experience

What's Included

Admission Fee: Tour & Tasting at Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery
Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees unless specified

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Bus Station
Edinburgh EH1 3AY, UK
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)

Start time

09:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Your full-day excursion sets off from Edinburgh in the morning. Meet your guide in the city center and take a comfortable seat in a top of the range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. Enjoy morning views of the city as you cross the Forth Road Bridge, one of the world's longest cantilever bridges.

Cruise through the Lowlands into the Highlands, where farmland gives way to mountains and thick forests, the setting for many historic tales such as ‘Birnam Wood’ in Macbeth. Your first stop is the Hermitage, a natural wonderland, for a stroll through fir-lined paths along the River Braan.

After your nature walk, climb back in the coach for a drive through the River Tay valley. Admire the winding river—the longest in Scotland—as you make your way to the charming town of Pitlochry. Here, enjoy free time to explore this popular vacation destination. Admire the architecture as you stroll past small shops and eateries, then grab lunch (own expense), and pop into a local whisky distillery.

Next, enjoy tasting the 'water of life' at Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery (or Glenturret Distillery if Dewar's is closed). The day finishes with a visit to Dunkeld Cathedral and the scenic areas of Dunkeld, Perth, and Kinross. After a day of sightseeing, relax for the ride back to Edinburgh, arriving at Waterloo Place in the evening.

The Hermitage Woodland Walk

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Queen's View

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Dunkeld Cathedral

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Min. age 5 years old. We do not accept children under the age of 5 years.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
Not wheelchair accessible
Check-in closes 15 minutes prior to departure.
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
Please note: From 1 February 2023 all tours from Edinburgh will depart from Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ
Dewars Aberfeldy Distillery - We reserve tickets for you. Included in the price of the tour from 1st April 2023.
Should Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery be closed you will visit Glenturret Distillery as an alternative.
* Dewar's Distillery will close their warehouse to the public from 21st November 2022 till Spring 2023. You'll still get a tour and see the blending and maturation process in another area of the visitor center.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

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Q:What is the departure point for the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:The tour departs from Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ

Feb 2023

Q:Is parking available near the departure point for the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:Parking can be difficult to find in the center of town. It is highly recommended that you take advantage of the excellent public transportation that is available.

Jun 2021

Q:How early should I arrive for the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:Check-in closes 15 minutes before your departure time. The tour departs on time, so please do not arrive late.

Jun 2021

Q:Can I bring luggage with me on the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:You may bring up to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items.

Jun 2021

Q:What should I bring with me on the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Bring your camera and spending money for lunch, optional admission tickets, etc.

Jun 2021

Q:Are admission fees included in the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:Admission to selected attractions will be included, which are listed in the Inclusions section. For any that are not listed, you pay for access as you arrive. Most of these locations accept both cash and card.

May 2023

Q:What type of vehicle is used during the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:The tour is conducted in a 16 seat Mercedes Mini-coach. There are three steps up into the coach – each 150mm in height. There are grab handles on both sides, the step edges are clearly marked and the treads are non-slip.

Jun 2021

Q:Can I bring a wheelchair on the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:The bus is not wheelchair accessible, however, there is storage available for a folding wheelchair or walking frame. Guests must be able to get on/off the bus on their own or with the assistance of a companion as guides cannot assist physically.

Jun 2021

Q:Are restrooms available on the bus during the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:There are no restrooms on board the bus, however, the group does make regular breaks to use the restroom during the tour.

Jun 2021

Q:Can I bring my small child with me on the Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour?

A:All guests must be at least 5 years old to participate in this tour. If your child is 5 or older, but under 1.35m (4.4 ft.) tall, please notate this in the "Special Requirements" box so a booster seat can be arranged.

Jun 2021

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Featured review

Meribeth_M

What a great day! We’re so glad we booked this tour. Penny, our guide was excellent!!! She kept us entertained with history, stories and useful info as we drove through the countryside. The mini coach was comfortable and the group size of 16 was perfect. The day flew by and it was just the right mix of driving and spending time at the various stops. I also liked the mix of seeing the natural sights like the hermitage walk/queens view along with stopping at 2 cute little towns where we could have lunch and do a little exploring. And the distillery stop was great. I will recommend this to to anyone I know going to Edinburgh!! 🙌😊

Reviews

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507 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travelers.

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A perfect day!

Nina_A, Sep 2023

Our sweet busdriver mr Wallace who told stories that were so nice to listen to. A lovely person that wanted the best for us. Beautiful places to see and a very perfect day that included all you can want.

Fabulous day

sean_m, Sep 2023

Wallace was an amazing guide. Informative and very funny. He showed us lots of great sites and beautiful places. The whisky tour was wonderful. They tour guide was very energetic and obviously loves his job and the whisky. Great day.

Amazing views

c7ysn9jy55, Sep 2023

Great day trip with stop offs at some beautiful sites, plenty of time at each and Pete, our guide, was awesome. Really fun and memorable day!

A little bit of everything, in the best way

Taylor_O, Sep 2023

We had the most fabulous time with Penny. While the stops were short we were able to cover a lot. They did not seem excessively short. I do want to mention, to get the most out of Pitlochry I’d recommend bringing your own lunch or doing takeout and eating on the bus or you won’t have much time to pop into shops. While I was able to find free bathrooms places, bring some change for the public toilets. Penny, our guide, was so wonderful. She was kind and generous with her knowledge of Scottish geography, topography, and history. Because we booked on a Sunday the distillery closed early and we were able to make and extra stop to see some Highland Cows. I highly recommend this tour. It checked a lot of boxes for our first Scotland visit.

We ended up missing. the...

Max_M, Aug 2023

We ended up missing. the bus because we got lost (google maps will take you to the wrong place) but they were kind enough to let us join the whiskey tasting tour. Neil was great and gave the group an extra stop not. even on the. tour since we had extra time!

Day well spent

Steve_K, Aug 2023

The tour was good. We had a great guide, Bruce, who made the trip fun and filled the time sharing a lot of history and knowledge. I would say the trip was about 2 hours too long. I would have skipped the stop at The Hermitage and spent a bit more time in the small towns. The whiskey tour was very well done. All in all a day well spent.

A great day touring and sipping.

Mike_T, Aug 2023

Nice look through the highlands North of Edinburgh. Saw only one loch. Tour of Dewar's was very interesting.

Highly recommend!

Jessica_W, Aug 2023

Excellent tour! Russell was an incredible driver and guide. We took a few tours on this vacation and this was the best one!!

Beautiful day in Scotland with delicious food and whisky.

Teva_H, Aug 2023

A lovely full day. Really kind and informative guide (such a treat to be driven everywhere and learn and laugh along the way). The Scottish scenery was beyond beautiful. We really enjoyed our lunch in the small town of Pitlochry and the distillery, Aberfeldy, was also an awesome experience.

Great day out.

Jane_B, Aug 2023

Had a great day out. Kylie was amazing and found solutions due to the detour taken due to UCI cycle race road closures.

Perfect day trip from Edinburgh combining natural beauty, small village charm and whiskey tasting!

Meribeth_M, Jul 2023

Green Scotland and whisky

Gza_B, Jul 2023

Duncan (the guide) was very informative, humorous, friendly and helpful. The trip was perfect. We saw the green Scotland. The forest trip was dream.

It was wonderful day...

PARTHA_B, Jul 2023

It was wonderful day trip and we enjoyed 100% ++... Our guide Jan was excellent from start to end... this made our trip enjoyable.

Perfect Trip With King Duncan

Linyi_T, Jul 2023

King Duncan is a super kind tour guide. He even designed every single part to make the whole trip chill and relaxed. To be more specific, he played “Nancy whisky” song and sang with it after we enjoyed wonderful whisky. Really enjoy this great tour. Thank you King Duncan😊

Interesting tour

Camilla_S, Jul 2023

Nice tour and places we stopped. Good guide, that that told interesting stories during the tour. Thank you!

Very nice and recommended

Jon_T, Jul 2023

The knowledge and the enthusiasm of the guide. The stops, with beautiful sights and lovely small towns.

Brilliant

Ella_L, Jul 2023

What an amazing experience to be able to take a trip through the Scottish Highlands. The scenery was breath taking, the taste of whisky whilst visiting Aberfeldy sensational, and the visits to little towns along the route an absolute treat. It was a privilege to get to see how beautiful Scotland is, and if anyone is considering a tour, Rabie Tours is a winner! But what makes this tour really amazing was our tour guide Lizzy! Lizzy was such an amazing story teller, telling us tales of the Vikings and Scottish warriors and leaving us with a piece of Scottish history embedded in our minds, never to be forgotten. Thank you Lizzy, you were amazing, your driving was amazing, your tour is amazing!

Thanks Lizzie

Zigzag_M, Jul 2023

The tour was super interesting and was definitely a day well spent. Our tour guide, Lizzie, was very knowledgeable. She was also a local, and filled the tour with personal stories that made it much more enjoyable. Thank you Lizzie for a great tour

Great Day Out

Karen_R, Jul 2023

Great day out, our tour guide, Wallace (Mark) was fantastic and made it a special day! We had lots of stops & plenty of time to see the sights & explore. Highly recommended!

Yes!

Kim_M, Jul 2023

Great tour with Duncan and Kailey! The only word of advice I have for future travelers is to be aware that you will be in a rather tight sitting arrangement with other tourists…. And not everyone is aware of personal hygiene…. If you are sensitive to smells, consider yourself warned. Otherwise, the experience was lovely.

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