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title: Edinburgh Whisky Tour
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Edinburgh
country: United Kingdom
tours: 26
price_from_eur: 14
reviews_total: 9466
as_of: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/whisky-tours-edinburgh/
---

# Edinburgh Whisky Tour

> **Guidekin** is a hand-picked catalogue: we read every listing ourselves and keep only operators rated 4.5★ with 30+ traveler reviews. [How we choose tours](https://guidekin.com/how-we-choose-tours/) Catalogue data as of October 1, 2026.

## All 26 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-highlands-distillery-in-spanish/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh, Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh | €77 per person | 4.98 (405) | 12h | daily 07:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · es |
| 2 | [Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/scotch-whisky-tasting-stories-bespoke-whisky-lounge/?format=md) |  | €21 per person | 4.94 (1008) | 2h | daily 15:00–17:15 | up to 6 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 3 | [4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/4-day-islay-whisky-tour-from-edinburgh/?format=md) |  | €1302 per person | 4.98 (172) | 96h | daily 07:30 | up to 2 per booking · en |
| 4 | [Port of Leith Distillery Tour and Tasting](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/port-of-leith-distillery-tour-and-tasting/?format=md) | Food Tours | €30 per person | 4.91 (1445) | 1h 30m | daily 11:00–19:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 5 | [Scotch Whisky Tasting - The True Spirit of Scotland](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/scotch-whisky-tasting-the-true-spirit-of-scotland/?format=md) |  | €49 per person | 4.93 (105) | 1h 30m | daily 17:30–19:00 | up to 9 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/de/it |
| 6 | [The Mountebank Comedy Whisky Tasting](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/the-mountebank-comedy-whisky-tasting/?format=md) |  | €14 per person | 5.0 (32) | 1h 30m | Thu Fri Sat 13:30–15:15 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 7 | [3-Day Speyside Whisky Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/3-day-speyside-whisky-tour-from-edinburgh-including-admissions/?format=md) |  | €674 per person | 4.91 (117) | 72h | Mon Wed 08:45 | up to 8 per booking · en |
| 8 | [90min Connoisseur Underground Whisky Tasting](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/90min-connoisseur-underground-whisky-tasting/?format=md) | Ghost Tours & Vaults | €62 per person | 5.0 (30) | 1h 30m | daily 14:00–21:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 9 | [4-Day Islay & Whisky Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/4-day-islay-whisky-tour-including-admissions-from-edinburgh/?format=md) |  | €1264 per person | 4.92 (84) | 96h | Mon Wed Fri 08:30 | up to 8 per booking · en |
| 10 | [Edinburgh Historical Gems Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-historical-gems-tour-with-whisky-local-flavours/?format=md) |  | €48 per person | 4.93 (57) | 2h–2h 10m | Thu Fri Sat 13:00 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 11 | [Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults \| 90min](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/luxury-whisky-tasting-in-edinburgh-s-underground-vaults-90min/?format=md) | Ghost Tours & Vaults | €113 per person | 4.88 (166) | 1h 30m | daily 14:00–21:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 12 | [Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-castle-whisky-kelpies-tour-starting-edinburgh/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh | €118 per person | 4.88 (147) | 9h 30m | daily 08:30 | up to 4 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 13 | [1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/1-day-loch-ness-whisky-glencoe-scottish-highlands-tour/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh, Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh, Loch Ness from Edinburgh | €64 per person | 4.86 (387) | 12h 25m | daily 08:15 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 14 | [Small Group Edinburgh Whisky Tour and Tasting](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/small-group-edinburgh-whisky-tour-and-tasting/?format=md) |  | €51 per person | 4.86 (78) | 2h | Fri Sat Sun 14:00–17:00 | up to 6 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 15 | [Loch Ness Cruise, Walk, Whisky, and Glencoe Tour - Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/loch-ness-cruise-walk-whisky-and-glencoe-tour-edinburgh/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh, Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh, Loch Ness from Edinburgh | €125 per person | 4.85 (207) | 12h | daily 08:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 16 | [90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Old Town](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/90min-underground-whisky-tasting-in-edinburgh-s-old-town/?format=md) | Ghost Tours & Vaults | €48 per person | 4.85 (485) | 1h 30m | daily 14:00–21:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 17 | [Waterfalls, Warriors & Whisky Adventure Day Tour from Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/waterfalls-warriors-whisky-adventure-day-tour-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh | €81 per person | 4.83 (64) | 24h | Mon Wed Fri 08:15 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/de/it +2 |
| 18 | [Stirling, distillery, St Andrews 1 Day in Spanish from Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-distillery-st-andrews-1-day-in-spanish-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh, St Andrews from Edinburgh | €65 per person | 4.77 (35) | 10h | Mon Wed Fri 08:15 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · es |
| 19 | [Scotland's Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/scotland-s-glens-highlands-whisky-day-trip-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh, Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh | €81 per person | 4.83 (339) | 9h | Mon Wed Fri 08:15 | up to 9 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/de/it +2 |
| 20 | [Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-castle-and-whisky-very-small-group-tour-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh | €82 per person | 4.83 (399) | 10h | Sat Sun 08:45 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 21 | [Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/highland-lochs-glens-whisky-day-tour-including-admission/?format=md) |  | €118 per person | 4.82 (658) | 10h | daily 09:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 22 | [Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-holyrood-distillery-whisky-and-gin-tour-tasting/?format=md) |  | €32 per person | 4.79 (602) | 1h | daily 12:00–16:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 23 | [Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-rosslyn-chapel-the-borders-glenkinchie-distillery/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh | €55 per person | 4.74 (186) | 8h | Tue Wed Fri Sat 08:30 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 24 | [Discover Malt Whisky Day Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/discover-malt-whisky-day-tour-including-admissions-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | Day Trips from Edinburgh | €130 per person | 4.7 (296) | 9h | Tue Thu Sat Sun 09:30 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 25 | [Edinburgh: The Ultimate Whisky Experience Tour](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-the-ultimate-whisky-experience-tour/?format=md) |  | €70 per person | 4.69 (261) | 10h | Mon Tue Thu Fri Sat 08:45 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 26 | [The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour - An Introduction to Whisky](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/the-scotch-whisky-experience-guided-whisky-tour-an-introduction-to-whisky/?format=md) |  | €30 per person | 4.67 (1701) | 50m | daily 10:00–19:00 | up to 6 per booking · free cancel · en/es/fr/de/it +11 |

## Why each made the list

- **Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish** — Stirling, Highland forests and lakes shape a day focused on Scotland's castles and distilleries. Guiding is included, but lunch is extra and children under four cannot join. 4.98 from 405 reviews at €77 per person for 12h.
- **Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge** — A private whisky lounge is the setting for stories and a tasting of four single malts from different regions of Scotland. Guided storytelling is included, but whisky requires the drinks ticket option; guests must be at least eighteen. 4.94 from 1008 reviews at €21 per person for 2h.
- **4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh** — Explore Islay through distillery visits, whisky tastings and a warehouse experience in a small shared group of up to sixteen. Return ferries, guided minibus transport, breakfast and alcoholic drinks are included; lunch and dinner cost extra. 4.98 from 172 reviews at €1302 per person for 96h.
- **Port of Leith Distillery Tour and Tasting** — Explore a vertical whisky distillery in Leith and fill your own miniature bottle of New Make spirit. The production tour and tasting are included; access to the distillery bar requires a separate booking, and children under seven cannot join. 4.91 from 1445 reviews at €30 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Scotch Whisky Tasting - The True Spirit of Scotland** — Taste three single malts alongside an unaged new make spirit while learning about Scotch whisky's history and place in Scottish culture. All four pours are included, but snacks and private transportation are not. 4.93 from 105 reviews at €49 per person for 1h 30m.
- **The Mountebank Comedy Whisky Tasting** — A stand-up comedian mixes whisky tasting with Scottish history and jokes about Scotland and its drink. The whisky option includes four malt whiskies; a no-whisky option is also listed, and extra drinks cost more. 5 from 32 reviews at €14 per person for 1h 30m.
- **3-Day Speyside Whisky Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions** — Explore Speyside's whisky region in a small shared group of up to sixteen passengers. Minicoach travel, selected admissions and two nights of accommodation with breakfast are included; travelers must be at least eighteen. 4.91 from 117 reviews at €674 per person for 72h.
- **90min Connoisseur Underground Whisky Tasting** — An underground tasting focuses on independent bottlers and unusual cask finishes for drinkers with some whisky experience. Four drams of Scotch whisky are included; the activity is not recommended during pregnancy. 5 from 30 reviews at €62 per person for 1h 30m.
- **4-Day Islay & Whisky Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh** — Explore Islay through tours and tastings at four whisky distilleries. Ferry crossings, guided mini-coach transport and three nights of en-suite accommodation are included; the trip is adults only, with shared living spaces and bedroom doors that do not lock. 4.92 from 84 reviews at €1264 per person for 96h.
- **Edinburgh Historical Gems Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours** — Walk from the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse with a character-guide and tastes of whisky, haggis, neeps and tatties, tablet and fudge. The food and whisky tasters are included; moderate fitness is required, and the walk ends at the palace gates. 4.93 from 57 reviews at €48 per person for 2h–2h 10m.
- **Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 90min** — Taste five drams of rare and old whiskies in Edinburgh's underground vaults, with a guide to lead the tasting. Access to the underground venue and the whiskies are included; the experience is not recommended during pregnancy or for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. 4.88 from 166 reviews at €113 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh** — Stirling Castle, whisky and the Kelpies form the theme of this outing, with short guided hikes breaking up the driving. Minibus transport and guiding are included; activity entry fees, including Stirling Castle admission, are extra. 4.88 from 147 reviews at €118 per person for 9h 30m.
- **1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour** — Loch Ness, Glencoe and a whisky distillery stop share a day through the Scottish Highlands. Air-conditioned transport, live commentary and comfort breaks are included; the distillery tour and tasting cost extra, and the minimum age is eight. 4.86 from 387 reviews at €64 per person for 12h 25m.
- **Small Group Edinburgh Whisky Tour and Tasting** — Explore whisky stories in Edinburgh’s Old Town before tasting four drams underground in Megget’s Cellar. Guided storytelling and audio devices with sounds of Edinburgh are included; participants must be eighteen or older. 4.86 from 78 reviews at €51 per person for 2h.
- **Loch Ness Cruise, Walk, Whisky, and Glencoe Tour - Edinburgh** — Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highland waterfalls share the route with a stop at a traditional fish and chip shop. Air-conditioned transport is included for a small shared group of up to sixteen; meals cost extra and the optional cruise is paid in cash on the day. 4.85 from 207 reviews at €125 per person for 12h.
- **90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Old Town** — Taste four whiskies from different Scottish production regions in an underground Old Town space. Exclusive access and a guided introduction to whisky history and production are included; additional tastings cost extra. 4.85 from 485 reviews at €48 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Waterfalls, Warriors & Whisky Adventure Day Tour from Edinburgh** — Choose between a whisky distillery visit and time exploring the market town of Crieff on this day trip from Edinburgh. Guided travel in an air-conditioned vehicle is included; the distillery tour and lunch cost extra, and guests must be at least eighteen. 4.83 from 64 reviews at €81 per person for 24h.
- **Stirling, distillery, St Andrews 1 Day in Spanish from Edinburgh** — Stirling, a whisky distillery and St Andrews share the route, with a photo stop at Forth Bridge on the return to Edinburgh. Guiding and minivan or coach transport are included; hotel pickup and meals are excluded. 4.77 from 35 reviews at €65 per person for 10h.
- **Scotland's Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh** — The Kelpies, a whisky distillery stop and the Hermitage link sculpture, whisky and woodland on this Highland route. A guide and air-conditioned transport are included; the distillery tour, whisky and lunch are listed as extra. 4.83 from 339 reviews at €81 per person for 9h.
- **Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh** — Stirling Castle, a whisky distillery and Loch Lomond anchor a route through the Highlands. Air-conditioned mini-coach transport and live commentary are included; all entrance fees, food and drinks cost extra. 4.83 from 399 reviews at €82 per person for 10h.
- **Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission** — Highland lochs and glens share the itinerary with a distillery tour and whisky tasting. Guided minicoach travel and the tasting visit are included for a small shared group of up to sixteen; the distillery may change if closed. 4.82 from 658 reviews at €118 per person for 10h.
- **Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting** — A seasonal cocktail opens this Edinburgh distillery visit, which explores whisky making and a gin made with three ingredients. Alcoholic drinks are included; guiding is limited to one language. 4.79 from 602 reviews at €32 per person for 1h.
- **Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery** — Head into the Scottish Lowlands for stops at Rosslyn Chapel and Melrose, with commentary along the route. Air-conditioned transport and a driver-guide are included; attraction tickets and food cost extra, and children must be at least four. 4.74 from 186 reviews at €55 per person for 8h.
- **Discover Malt Whisky Day Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh** — Two distillery stops pair a tour and whisky tasting at one with a tasting at the other. Admissions and mini-coach travel in a small shared group of up to sixteen are included; guests must be eighteen or older, with departure from Edinburgh Bus Station. 4.7 from 296 reviews at €130 per person for 9h.
- **Edinburgh: The Ultimate Whisky Experience Tour** — Two distillery visits and a stop in Aberfeldy shape this whisky day trip from Edinburgh. Air-conditioned transport and onboard commentary are included; the chocolate and whisky tour at one distillery costs extra. 4.69 from 261 reviews at €70 per person for 10h.
- **The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour - An Introduction to Whisky** — Explore whisky making, regional flavour differences and blending on an introduction aimed at beginners. Expert guiding, a dram and a crystal whisky glass souvenir are included; the minimum drinking age is eighteen. 4.67 from 1701 reviews at €30 per person for 50m.

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## FAQ

**How many whisky tours in Edinburgh are available on Guidekin?**

26 whisky tours are available for booking in Edinburgh on Guidekin. The top-rated is Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish with 4.98/5 from 405 reviews.

**How much do whisky tours in Edinburgh cost?**

Prices range from €14 to €1302 per person. The most affordable option is The Mountebank Comedy Whisky Tasting at €14. The premium choice is 4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh at €1302.

**What are the best whisky tours in Edinburgh?**

Based on 9466 traveler reviews across 26 tours, Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.98/5 (405 reviews).

**How long do whisky tours in Edinburgh last?**

Duration ranges from 50 min to 4 days. The shortest is The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour - An Introduction to Whisky at 50 min. The longest is 4-Day Islay & Whisky Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh at 4 days.

**How do I book whisky tours in Edinburgh on Guidekin?**

Browse 26 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

**What is the cancellation policy?**

Most whisky tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.


## Query this catalogue with URLs

Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user
a link that already matches their constraints. Combine freely on https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/whisky-tours-edinburgh/:

| Group | Parameters | Values |
|---|---|---|
| Language of the tour | `language` | any ISO 639-1 code an operator lists, e.g. en, es, fr, de, it, pt, ru, uk, tr, hi. Not a fixed set: the filter directory linked below lists what this city carries |
| Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared |
| Group size | `group_size_max` (stated cap), `party_size` (your group fits) | people, e.g. 8 |
| Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers |
| Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers |
| Rating | `rating_min` | 4.5, 4.8, 4.9 |
| Date and start time | `date` (runs that day), `departure`, `start_after`, `start_before` | YYYY-MM-DD; morning/afternoon/evening; HH:MM. `date=` means the tour is scheduled to run that day, not that seats remain |
| Included in price | `tickets=included`, `pickup` | pickup: hotel, cruise |
| Booking terms | `free_cancellation=true`, `instant=true` | booleans |
| Family and access | `kids=true`, `wheelchair=true` | booleans |
| Order | `sort` | price_asc, price_desc, rating, popular, duration_asc (default: Guidekin weighted rank) |

Worked examples:
- Spanish-speaking, under €60, cancellable: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/whisky-tours-edinburgh/?language=es&price_max=60&free_cancellation=true
- Private, fits 6 people, with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/whisky-tours-edinburgh/?tour_type=private&party_size=6&pickup=hotel
- Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/whisky-tours-edinburgh/?date=2026-10-15&departure=morning

Full directory with live option counts: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/filters/

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