The Glenlivet Distillery Tour from Inverness
Founded in 1824 as the first licensed distillery in the area, in the quiet glen of the Livet Water.
Founded in 1824 as the first licensed distillery in the area, in the quiet glen of the Livet Water.
The Glenlivet is in its own glen in the southern part of Speyside, at the edge of the Cairngorms. Founded in 1824, it is often described as the first licensed distillery in the area. The drive across Speyside and into the hills is a good part of the day.
Pickup — your hotel or a central spot in Inverness
The Glenlivet — Glenlivet, Speyside (roughly 60 miles from Inverness)
A visit to a historic distillery in a scenic glen
Tasting of The Glenlivet range (options depend on the tour you book)
Countryside driving through Speyside and the edge of the Cairngorms
A driver who doesn't drink — so everyone in the group gets to taste
Pairs well with Glenfiddich, and with the Cairngorms on the way back.
Out and back from Inverness by road. Distances and times are approximate and depend on traffic.
Often yes, especially in summer and at the better-known names. Send me your dates and group size and I will check what is available before you commit.
No. Distillery entry and tastings are paid directly at the distillery. The tour price covers transport, planning and my time.
Yes. Most guests combine two stops in a day. See the whisky tours overview for the other distilleries, or tell me what else you would like to see.
Of course. Distilleries usually offer tours and non-alcoholic options as well, and the drive is worth it on its own.
More Distilleries
Tell me your dates and group size and I will build the day around it.