A day visiting iconic places in Moray Speyside

Duration

8 hours

Group size

1 - 6

Description

The Moray Speyside is a very special region in The Highlands. Located east of Inverness in the Highlands around the River Spey, Moray Firth to the north, and the Cairngorms National Park to the south. With the driest and warmest weather in Scotland, the region is an ideal place to be visited all year around not only for the whisky distilleries based in Moray Speyside but for its wildlife, food, drinks, beaches, perfect dark skies for stargazing, outdoor activities, historic buildings, castles, walking, fishing and golfing.

Elgin Cathedral

Elgin Cathedral, also known as the ‘Lantern of the North is a majestic, historic ruin situated in Elgin. Also, it is one of Scotland’s most beautiful medieval buildings, dating back to the 13th century. Elgin Cathedral has a rich history - it was badly fire-damaged in 1390 following an attack by Robert III's brother Alexander Stewart, Earl of Buchan, who was also known as the ‘Wolf of Badenoch’. Well worth a visit and the climb of the tower is a must-do when in Elgin.

Johnston of Elgin (Mill Tour)

Since 1797, Johnstons of Elgin has produced the very best of cashmere, wool, and vicuna clothing. A local company with a global reach that puts Moray and its local community in a high spot. Book a tour of their mill and learn about its history, production, and what makes the company so special in its field for 225 years. Also, on-site, you will find their luxury shop selling clothing, a gift shop with local and Scottish products, and a fantastic restaurant with a varied menu with local products sourced.

Craigellachie Bridge

Craigellachie Bridge is a cast iron arch bridge across the River Spey at Craigellachie, near the village of Aberlour in Moray, Scotland. It was designed by the renowned civil engineer Thomas Telford and built from 1812 to 1815. It is the oldest surviving cast-iron bridge in Scotland and is considered one of the finest of its type in Britain.

A Speyside Whisky Distillery (of your choice)

Speyside is the home of the largest number of distilleries in Scotland – with 51 distilleries working! Over 50% of the total amount of distilleries in Scotland are located in the Moray Speyside region and so often called “Malt Whisky Country”. This perfect weather contributes to the growing of barley which when combined with the water of the River Spey, produces the “Water of Life” usually lighter and sweeter than other Scotch single malts.

What is included

• A bottle of mineral water
• Wi-Fi on board
• Mobile phone charger
• Private Transportation for your party only
• Driver-guide staff (ENG/PT)

What's not included

• This itinerary does not include accommodation anywhere along the itinerary
• Entrance to visitor attractions (castles, natural parks, special tours, distilleries experiences, and entry fees, etc.) and suggested tours featured in the itinerary. However, advice on pre-bookings can be provided
• Meals and drinks at lunch stops and any other stop needed
• Travel Insurance, including cancellation insurance

*** IMPORTANT NOTES***

• The choice of Castles/Attractions/Distilleries to be visited on a day is directed related to the time available to travel between sites, opening hours, and pre-booked slots (where applicable)*
• Local attractions, restaurants, coffee shops, outdoor adventure activities, distilleries, retail shops, breweries, etc. have changed/adapted their visiting operation systems due to COVID-19 safety guidelines. It is recommended to contact us before booking your transportation to consider the dates, times, and routes selected for your experience.
• Be prepared to pre-book all your attractions/experiences in advance due to new capacity restrictions in place on many premises, including places for food and beverage.
• Many attractions in the region are seasonal (Spring/Summer) while others are only open for a few months during the year. It is highly recommended to check the attraction opening dates and times on its website before planning your ground transportation. Contact us for more details.