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Private tour in Inverness Bob M
Day trip via Elgin and Speyside Distilleries
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I am a Highlander born and bred who has been fortunate to have worked and lived in many stunning areas right across Scotland, although always returning to the Highlands itself. Such locations has enabled me to absorb both the natural beauty and the impressive history that Scotland has to offer. The knowledge and geographical awareness that I have been exposed to has now enabled me to share such wonderful locations and experiences that Scotland has to offer with the many visitors who travel to Scotland. Prior to becoming a tour guide/driver I was fortunate to have retired from a successful career as a Police Officer in the Scottish Police service, working right across Scotland. Serving the local communities for many years has allowed me to experience the vast diverse cultures that are present. Equally such experiences has enabled me to appreciate the large amount of iconic locations that we have right the way throughout Scotland. The tours that I offer ensure that all will be exposed to the wonders that each location has to offer, such landscapes and views are forever changing throughout the seasons. The bonus of being a Highlander familiar with the areas visited, is the bonus of finding that wonderful scenic view normally hidden away. The tours listed here provide an opportunity to experience first-hand what Scotland has to offer. I am 100% flexible in my approach to each day, each tour can be amended/adjusted to suit the unique interests of guests, ensuring that maximum enjoyment is achieved by all. Working in the tourist industry since 2021 I am an experienced guide looking to maximise your visit. I am unable to guide inside certain historic locations due to such locations having their own staff/guides. I am licenced by our local authority.
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Culture and a wee dram!
Overview of your Inverness tour
Enjoy a relaxing day out, travelling through beautiful countryside with many iconic views as you travel and move between some of the Speyside distilleries. When you mention Scottish Whisky, Speyside is definitely one of the areas to visit and be exposed to the wonderful experience's that the distilleries offer. Each has their own unique character and slight variations in their production methods adopted. There is opportunity to learn about the process of whisky-making, be it the mash making or the fermentation and distillation. Walk the distillery floor passing the stills, see the whisky stored in the vast warehouses, where it ages within the oak casks. Visit the cooperage and witness the making of the oak casks. Experience the differences of taste as you indulge in the sampling of the whisky produced by each distilleries. Each having its own unique taste with that added twist to the flavour. Sit and absorb the experiences of the distillery staff as they share their knowledge of their distillery brand
Your Inverness tour itinerary
- Collection at agreed location Thereafter travel to Elgin for a visit to the impressive ruins of the Elgin Cathedral. Thereafter head for Speyside and take in a tour at the Speyside Cooperage where the Oak Casks are made, charred and then made available to the Distilleries. Please choose 3 of the 4 below to visit: - Glenfiddich, Dufftown - Glenlivet, Ballandalloch - Cardhu, Knockando - Glenfarclas, Ballandalloch - Return to agreed drop of location Due to time restrictions it would not be possible to participate in a full distillery tour at all 3 distilleries on the same date. *Admission tickets for distillery tours are not included. Costs of "tastings" at the Distilleries are not included. Please contact me for a customised tour to include your chosen distilleries and distillery tour/tastings in the cost of the tour. * Just drop me a message if you'd like to change any aspect of this tour, have something different in mind altogether or would like me to inspire you based on your group's interest
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
I will drive a Mercedes Vito 8 seater which is fitted with air conditioned. This vehicle is for the sole use of your party. Although fitted with 8 seats the preferred option is a maximum of 6 passengers to assist with maximising passenger comfort. Bottled Water is available within the vehicle. Mobile phone charger cables /points within vehicle.
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Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Collection can be from an agreed location which does not need to be in Inverness and can be outwith the city itself.
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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