Isle of Islay 4-Day Tour, Whisky Distilleries From Edinburgh
Your 4-day excursion begins in Edinburgh, where you meet your guide and small group of fellow whisky-lovers. Set off in the morning in a top of the range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, embarking by ferry to the Hebridean island of Islay. Along the way, catch spectacular mountain and ocean views, full of local wildlife and ancient monuments. Arrive by early evening to Bowmore and check in to your quaint holiday cottage located at Bowmore Distillery. Please note that you have the choice of a single or twin room in a shared cottage. Over the next days, visit at least six renowned whisky distilleries such as Bruichladdich, Kilchoman, Laphroaig, and Ardbeg. Enjoy samples of choice whiskies and learn the full-sensory experience of whisky tasting (own expense). If time and group interest permit, your guide can make additional stops at some of the areas other distilleries. Have the option to taste at your own expense at each location, or simply view the space and its breathtaking natural surroundings. Your tour includes round-trip transport, three nights accommodation in the 4-star Bowmore Distillery Cottages and daily continental breakfasts of bread, milk, and cereals.
Highlights
- ✓Indulge in a 4-day whisky tour to the Isle of Islay from Edinburgh
- ✓Learn all about smoky Islay whiskies during up to six distillery visits
- ✓Travel via top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coaches
- ✓Enjoy the intimacy of a small group for a more personalized experience
What's included
- ✓Ferry crossings
- ✓3 nights en-suite accommodation
- ✓Driver Guide
- ✓Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
- ✓Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, *Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop off
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks, unless specified
- ✓Entrance fees: unless specified
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately we don't carry anyone under 18 years old on this tour
On this tour you will spend 3 nights in the beautiful Bowmore Distillery Cottages .The cottages have between three and six twin bedrooms, each with private bathrooms. Due to the shared nature of the accommodation, individual bedrooms don't have lockable doors. The kitchen and lounge facilities are shared with other passengers, and basic self-service breakfast ingredients are provided. Full Scottish breakfasts are available at the nearby hotels if you prefer, payable locally. *From 16th March 2026 , cooked breakfast options will be available at the Harbour Inn instead of the previous 'self-service breakfast' option.
Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
Passengers are restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
Monday departures offer the chance to see more whisky production as all the distilleries are in operation on weekdays.
Itinerary and distillery visits are subject to change.
*Laphroaig (Monday Departures): Replaced with Lagavulin; museum/shop/bar still accessible.
*If the tour departs on a Friday, we will not be able to stop at Kilchoman Distillery. The tour will follow a more flexible itinerary, stopping in at other distilleries for a shorter shop visit .
Please note that Ardbeg Distillery is closed on weekends during October. Therefore, the Sunday visit to Ardbeg will not operate for departures on 2, 9, 16, and 23 October
Cancellation policy
This experience is non-refundable — once booked, it can’t be changed or refunded.
Isle of Islay 4-Day Tour, Whisky Distilleries From Edinburgh
Your 4-day excursion begins in Edinburgh, where you meet your guide and small group of fellow whisky-lovers. Set off in the morning in a top of the range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, embarking by ferry to the Hebridean island of Islay. Along the way, catch spectacular mountain and ocean views, full of local wildlife and ancient monuments. Arrive by early evening to Bowmore and check in to your quaint holiday cottage located at Bowmore Distillery. Please note that you have the choice of a single or twin room in a shared cottage. Over the next days, visit at least six renowned whisky distilleries such as Bruichladdich, Kilchoman, Laphroaig, and Ardbeg. Enjoy samples of choice whiskies and learn the full-sensory experience of whisky tasting (own expense). If time and group interest permit, your guide can make additional stops at some of the areas other distilleries. Have the option to taste at your own expense at each location, or simply view the space and its breathtaking natural surroundings. Your tour includes round-trip transport, three nights accommodation in the 4-star Bowmore Distillery Cottages and daily continental breakfasts of bread, milk, and cereals.
Highlights
- ✓Indulge in a 4-day whisky tour to the Isle of Islay from Edinburgh
- ✓Learn all about smoky Islay whiskies during up to six distillery visits
- ✓Travel via top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coaches
- ✓Enjoy the intimacy of a small group for a more personalized experience
What's included
- ✓Ferry crossings
- ✓3 nights en-suite accommodation
- ✓Driver Guide
- ✓Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
- ✓Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, *Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop off
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks, unless specified
- ✓Entrance fees: unless specified
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately we don't carry anyone under 18 years old on this tour
On this tour you will spend 3 nights in the beautiful Bowmore Distillery Cottages .The cottages have between three and six twin bedrooms, each with private bathrooms. Due to the shared nature of the accommodation, individual bedrooms don't have lockable doors. The kitchen and lounge facilities are shared with other passengers, and basic self-service breakfast ingredients are provided. Full Scottish breakfasts are available at the nearby hotels if you prefer, payable locally. *From 16th March 2026 , cooked breakfast options will be available at the Harbour Inn instead of the previous 'self-service breakfast' option.
Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
Passengers are restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
Monday departures offer the chance to see more whisky production as all the distilleries are in operation on weekdays.
Itinerary and distillery visits are subject to change.
*Laphroaig (Monday Departures): Replaced with Lagavulin; museum/shop/bar still accessible.
*If the tour departs on a Friday, we will not be able to stop at Kilchoman Distillery. The tour will follow a more flexible itinerary, stopping in at other distilleries for a shorter shop visit .
Please note that Ardbeg Distillery is closed on weekends during October. Therefore, the Sunday visit to Ardbeg will not operate for departures on 2, 9, 16, and 23 October
Cancellation policy
This experience is non-refundable — once booked, it can’t be changed or refunded.