Edinburgh: Guided Whisky Tasting & Walking Tour with Snacks
ID: GYG428979-772742
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Go on a walking tour through Edinburgh. Learn about the history of the city from a local guide while tasting five different types of the famous alcoholic beverage, all paired with appetizers.
Do a walking tour in Edinburgh and learn all about whisky at the same time. Walk with a local guide past different attractions in the city, learn about the architecture and history, and get to try the famous drink in several different locations with paired snacks.
Begin your tour by meeting your local guide at one of the first cask ale Bars in Edinburgh. Listen to your guide tell you all about the history of the pub, which goes all the way back to the 60s. Begin your tasting journey by sampling some whiskies.
Follow your guide through the major city center neighborhoods. See ancient royal burghs, opulent garden squares, rejuvenated shopping districts, medieval alleys, and meandering cobbled streets. Listen to the fascinating history of whisky in the city and hear anecdotes and stories.
Stop at several iconic Edinburgh bars to sample a range of Scotch whiskies. See the diversity of the spirit by trying blended scotch, single malt, and whisky cocktails. Enjoy with paired appetizers. Receive a free Glencairn whisky glass at the end of the tour.
Highlights
- Savor 5 different whiskey drinks and learn to detect the difference between them
- Broaden your knowledge of whiskey and listen to your guide explain its history
- Visit famous attractions in Edinburgh, from garden squares to medieval buildings
- Learn all about the history and architecture of Edinburgh from a local guide
- Sample some of what the locals eat and enjoy your drinks with paired appetizers
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You will walk approximately 2 miles/3.2 kilometres on the tour
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
The venue is an 11-minute walk downhill from Waverley Station and a 5-minute walk from The York Place tram stop. The 8, 13, 23 and 27 buses all stop across the roundabout from The Cask and Barrel at Mansfield Place.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
