DRIVE BY DAY, WHISKY BY NIGHT!
25th - 27th April 2025
Embark on the Ultimate Highland Adventure!
Get ready to create memories on an unforgettable journey through Scotland’s awe-inspiring Highlands and the enchanting Speyside region!
Join us for a three-night, two-day Discovery Drive car tour, where you'll experience the thrill of the open road by day and the warm embrace of Scottish hospitality by night. Picture yourself cruising through Scotland’s breathtaking landscapes, uncovering the secrets of 10 iconic malt whisky distilleries, and ending the day with a glass, or two, of liquid gold once your car is safely tucked away at the hotel.
Tour Highlights
🌄 Base in Dundee: Begin and end your journey in our comfortable hotel near Dundee, where a delightful Welcome Dinner and Whisky Tasting on the first evening will kickstart your adventure in style.
🥃 Whisky Exploration: Visit 10 renowned distilleries to learn the craftsmanship behind Scotland’s finest malt whiskies.
🛤 Pre-driven, Detailed Route: Each day, enjoy a carefully planned route with an App-based navigation system, making it easy to explore Scotland’s picturesque landscapes.
🏞 Night in the Cairngorms: Spend a night in the heart of Cairngorms National Park, a haven for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
🍽 Picnic Hamper Lunch: On Saturday and Sunday, enjoy a delicious picnic hamper lunch at a scenic spot, perfect for relaxing and soaking in the Highland views.
🍽 Meals Included: Relish a variety of meals throughout the trip, including lunch on both days, dinner on Saturday night, and a celebratory Farewell Drinks Reception followed by a Farewell Dinner.
🛑 Refreshment Stops: Each day features a planned refreshment stop, giving you time to relax and take in the beauty of your surroundings.
📍 Suggested Stops: Follow our recommendations for the best scenic stops and must-see locations along your route, allowing you to explore at your own pace.
🎯 Quest Drive Challenges: Opt into fun daily quests, competing for "fun" honours while adding a playful twist to your drive, guided by a professional team. How to Quest
🏆 Event Souvenir: Take home a special event souvenir as a reminder of your incredible journey.
Why Join?
Whether you're a whisky aficionado or simply seeking a unique way to experience Scotland’s rugged beauty, the Whisky Discovery Touris the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and camaraderie. With a professional team on hand to ensure everything runs smoothly, this tour promises to deliver an unforgettable experience.
Book your spot now—raise a glass to adventure, whisky, and the great Scottish outdoors!
What's Included?
Welcome Dinner
A pre-driven detailed route each day
A Whisky Tasting Experience
One refreshment stop each day
Picnic Lunch on Saturday and Sunday
Dinner on Saturday night
Whisky Distillery visits
Suggested places to stop
Farewell Drinks Reception
Farewell Dinner
Event Souvenir
App based route instructions
Opt into Quests each day
Professional team
Additional extras will be available to purchase to make more of your trip.
Entry Fee
Early Bird Venture Bound Members Entry Fee (before 30th November 2024) £1,998
Early Bird Entry Fee (before 30th November 2024) £2,198
Standard Venture Bound Members Entry Fee (after 30th November 2024) £2,220
Standard Entry Fee (after 30th November 2024) £2,442
£499.50 Non-refundable
Deposit
£2,442 £2,198
Early Bird Entry Fee
(before 30th November 2024)
£2,220 £1,998
Early Bird VBMMC Members Entry Fee
(before 30th November 2024)
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Itinerary
Roads may change by the day, due to closures.
Any scheduled or Itinerary published must be considered provisional.
DAY 1 - Friday
Friday 25th April
Make your way to a privately owned hotel on the outskirts of Dundee, where you will be warmly welcomed. This hotel will serve as our starting and finishing venue for the trip. Aim to arrive by mid-afternoon so that you can relax before the evening festivities begin. Early in the evening, you will meet your fellow travellers and your host, over a welcome drink, featuring a few whisky sampling drams (other beverages will be available for those who prefer something different). Dinner will follow in a relaxed atmosphere, during which your host will provide an overview of Saturday’s itinerary, kicking off our exploration of Highland and Speyside malt whisky distilleries.
DAY 2 - Saturday
Saturday, April 26th
After enjoying breakfast and collecting your picnic hampers, you will depart the hotel and head north towards Stonehaven, just south of Aberdeen, before making your way west to Grantown-on-Spey. Today’s journey will cover 158 miles and the day will include visits to five distilleries (two in the Highlands and three is Speyside). One is a modern facility that also produces vodka, gin, and whisky, followed by one of the oldest family-run distilleries in the east. A coffee stop will be scheduled in the morning, along with suggested picnic lunch spots. You’ will also have the option to participate in three Quest Drives along the route, with fun prizes for top performers and the “wooden spoon” for the lowest score. Whilst there is a suggested timetable, you are welcome to drive at your own pace and make stops as you wish. We anticipate arriving at our overnight hotel in NethyBridge at around 15:30 to 16:00, giving you ample time to relax and explore the charming village before dinner. During dinner, your host will summarise the day, unveil the Quest Drive Challenge leaderboard, and outline what to expect for the following day.
DAY 3 - Sunday
Sunday, April 27th
After breakfast and collecting today’s picnic hampers, you will set out for a 166-mile route that includes a coffee break and visits to five distilleries—one of which is located in the highest village in the Highlands. The route will feature one Speyside and four Highland malt distilleries, including a hidden gem, before you return to our starting venue.
The drive will take us south over the Cairngorms towards Pitlochry, showcasing some excellent driving roads and stunning scenery before you head west and then east back to Dundee. You will have the option to participate in four Quest Drives today—let’s see which team excels!
Lunch stop suggestions will be provided, along with details about the distilleries you will visit or pass. As always, the choice to stop or continue is yours.
Tonight’s’ farewell dinner will reveal todays Quest Drive Leaderboard and overall.
DAY 4 - Monday
Monday, April 28th
Enjoy breakfast at your leisure before heading on your way home.
Each guest will also receive a gift as a memento of the event.
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