Embark on a sensory journey into the heart of Scottish whisky and craft spirits directly from Greenock Ocean Terminal. Our Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour offers cruise passengers a private, relaxing way to visit world-renowned distilleries located just a short drive from the port.
Whether you prefer a local tour right on our doorstep at Ardgowan Distillery, a Lowland single malt experience at Auchentoshan, or a Highland border drive to Glengoyne, our local drivers handle all travel logistics – giving you a safe, comfortable, and memorable tasting day with guaranteed return to your cruise ship.
Tour Highlights & Key Stops
- Ardgowan Distillery (Local Stop): Experience Inverclyde’s newest local eco-distillery, celebrating centuries of local distilling heritage alongside craft spirits like Blackwood Gin.
- Auchentoshan Distillery: Famous for its unique triple-distillation process, this Lowland distillery sits at the foot of the Kilpatrick Hills, offering guided production tours, warehouse tastings, and an extensive shop.
- Glengoyne Distillery: Situated in a picturesque wooded glen with its own waterfall, Glengoyne is known for its unpeated Highland single malt tastings in a traditional setting.
- Clydeside Distillery (Glasgow Option): Located on the River Clyde in Glasgow’s docklands, perfect for pairing a whisky tasting with a city cultural drive.
Tour Details at a Glance
- Pickup Point: Direct greeting at the Greenock Ocean Terminal arrivals gate
- Approximate Duration: 4 to 6 Hours (Tailored to your ship’s docking schedule and distillery tour booking)
- Pricing: Fixed per-vehicle rate (from £50/hour) – not per person (Distillery entry/tasting tickets booked separately)
- Vehicle Options: Standard saloons, spacious 5-seater vehicles, and wheelchair-accessible cabs
- Return Guarantee: Scheduled precisely to return you to port well ahead of all-aboard time
