4-Day Islay Privately Guided Whisky Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Highland Castle, Lochs, and Coastal Charms
6 stops
1
Stirling Castle
With sweeping views, grand halls, and Renaissance detail, it’s the perfect introduction to Scottish history, your guide will stop for a photo opportunity and a background to one of Scotland's most iconic castles.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Scotland’s first national park, and one of its most beloved. Here you’ll find tranquil waters, rolling hills, and quaint villages – a postcard-perfect Highland landscape.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
3
Kilchurn Castle
Perched dramatically at the head of Loch Awe, the romantic ruins of Kilchurn Castle are among Scotland’s most photographed. Once a stronghold of the Campbell clan, it offers striking views of loch and mountain.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
4
Oban
This picturesque coastal town, often called the “Gateway to the Isles,” is famed for its seafood, lively harbor, and Victorian charm. A perfect stop before heading west.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
5
Kilmartin Glen
A landscape steeped in mystery, dotted with ancient standing stones, cairns, and Celtic carvings. One of Europe’s richest prehistoric sites.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
After a scenic ferry ride, arrive on the enchanting Isle of Islay. Your base is the welcoming village of Bowmore, home to a legendary distillery and your 4-star accommodation.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
A Taste of Islay’s Whisky Heritage
3 stops
7
One of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, Bowmore is famed for its perfectly balanced single malts. Enjoy an immersive tour and tasting in the heart of the village.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
8
Unique as Islay’s farm-to-bottle producer, Kilchoman grows its own barley, distills, and matures everything on-site. A truly authentic whisky experience.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
9
Known for pushing boundaries, Bruichladdich offers innovative styles from unpeated to the world’s peatiest whiskies – all with strong ties to local heritage.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Legendary Distilleries & Island Treasures
5 stops
10
Bold, smoky, and world-famous. Ardbeg’s distinctive malts are matched with an atmospheric setting by the sea.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
11
Renowned for its intensely peaty whiskies, Lagavulin offers one of Islay’s most iconic tasting experiences, steeped in tradition.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
12
A true legend, loved (and sometimes feared!) for its medicinal, smoky character. Explore its heritage and enjoy a dram in a distillery with deep roots.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
13
A beautifully preserved 8th-century stone cross, rich with intricate carvings – one of Scotland’s finest early Christian monuments.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
14
Golden sands, dramatic coastlines, and wild lochside scenery remind you of the island’s natural beauty beyond the whisky.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Highland Scenery & Farewell
3 stops
15
Inveraray
A charming Georgian town on the banks of Loch Fyne. Wander its historic streets or admire the grand Inveraray Castle, home to the Dukes of Argyll.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
16
Rest and be Thankful
This stunning mountain pass, named by 18th-century soldiers, offers sweeping views of the Highlands – a place to pause, breathe, and take in the grandeur.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
17
Loch Lomond
Your journey closes with a return to Loch Lomond, its sparkling waters and rugged backdrop providing a memorable farewell to Scotland’s natural beauty.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

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• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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