Embark on a 4-day Islay Platinum Whisky Tour and immerse yourself in Scotland’s whisky heritage. Experience tastings and learn about the ‘water of life’ at renowned distilleries, while enjoying the stunning beauty of the country.
Embark on a 4-day Islay Platinum Whisky Tour and immerse yourself in Scotland’s whisky heritage. Experience tastings and learn about the ‘water of life’ at renowned distilleries, while enjoying the stunning beauty of the country.
Journey from Pickup to Oban
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - On the way to Oban, we drive through and past the world famous Loch Lomond and Trossachs national park.
We will stop at the Drovers Inn for lunch for an hour.
With over 300 years’ worth of visitors, the walls of the Inn could certainly tell a tale. This historic and well…
Journey from Pickup to Oban
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - On the way to Oban, we drive through and past the world famous Loch Lomond and Trossachs national park.
We will stop at the Drovers Inn for lunch for an hour.
With over 300 years’ worth of visitors, the walls of the Inn could certainly tell a tale. This historic and well known building has welcomed hundreds of thousands of people. Including Rob Roy and Gerard Butler!
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is a national park in Scotland centred on Loch Lomond and the hills and glens of the Trossachs, along with several other ranges of hills.
It was the first of the two national parks established by the Scottish Parliament in 2002, the second being the Cairngorms National Park. The park consists of many mountains and lochs, and the principal attractions are scenery, walking, and wildlife.
Oban Distillery - When we arrive in Oban, we will visit the Oban distillery.
The time in Oban includes:
Standard distillery tour and tasting at Oban distillery.
Spare time to visit Oban town, have a meal and relax before we travel to Islay on day two.
The small and historic Oban distillery is located in the charming coastal town of Oban.
Oban distillery takes it name from the town where the Highland mainland meets the Islands and nestles below the steep cliff that overlooks Oban.
This coastal location is said to be reflected by the character of the Oban 14 year old single malt whisky. Join the tour to find out!
Islay - Day 1
Ardbeg Distillery - After we visit Lagavulin, we move to Ardbeg for a whisky tasting and lunch.
Five whiskies are included along with a tutored tasting from the bar staff.
Lunch is excellent at Ardbeg. The restaurant is frequented by whisky fans and locals because of the quality of food and experience. (Food costs aren’t included.
Bunnahabhain Distillery - Standard whisky tour and tasting at Bunnahabhain distillery. Two or three whiskies included.
The Bunnahabhain Distillery was founded in 1881 near Port Askaig on Islay. The village of Bunnahabhain was founded to house its workers. The distillery is owned by Distell and is one of nine active distilleries on the island.
The Bunnahabhain is one of the milder single malt Islay whiskies available and its taste varies greatly from other spirits to be found on the island of Islay, off the west coast of Scotland.
Islay - Day 2
Kilchoman Distillery - Standard tour and tasting at Kilchoman. Two or three whiskies.
Kilchoman was the first distillery to be built on Islay in over 124 years. The distillery was founded in 2005 by Anthony Wills and is Islay’s only farm distillery, producing Single Farm Single Malt. Kilchoman is one of the few whisky distilleries in Scotland to remain independent.
Bruichladdich Distillery - A stop for a quick tasting and look around the fantastic gift shop.
Bruichladdich distillery is located on the southwestern tip of Islay.
Bruichladdich distil four unique spirits and home to Bruichladdich, Port Charlotte and Octomore single malt whiskies and the Botanist Islay dry gin.
Laphroaig Distillery - Our last stop is at Laphroaig distillery for a tasting and a look around their whisky exhibition and gift shop.
The distillery and brand are owned and operated by Beam Suntory, the American subsidiary of Japan’s Suntory Holdings.
Islay to Drop off
The Clydeside Distillery - We will stop for a lunch and whisky tasting (4 whiskies) at Clydeside distillery, Glasgow. All visitors to the Clydeside can enjoy lunches and bites in the sumptuous Pumphouse Café.
Presenting all of Scotland’s bounty for you to enjoy. The food is freshly prepared using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and our menu is carefully chosen to showcase regional specialities.
(Food not included)
- Round-trip Ferry to Islay
- Complimentary bottled water in van
- Six exclusive whisky distillery visits
- Opportunity to visit all nine Islay distilleries
- Daily breakfast included
- Three nights’ accommodation (1 night in Oban, 2 nights in Islay)
- Round-trip Ferry to Islay
- Complimentary bottled water in van
- Six exclusive whisky distillery visits
- Opportunity to visit all nine Islay distilleries
- Daily breakfast included
- Three nights’ accommodation (1 night in Oban, 2 nights in Islay)
- Food apart from Breakfast
- Transport after 5:30pm
- Food apart from Breakfast
- Transport after 5:30pm
Embark on a private whiskywheels.scot excursion to delve into Scotland’s abundant whisky heritage. Over the course of four days, you’ll get to savor and learn about the renowned ‘water of life’, departing from a location of your choice.
Our journey takes us through picturesque landscapes as we make our way from Loch Lomond to Oban, Scotland’s seafood…
Embark on a private whiskywheels.scot excursion to delve into Scotland’s abundant whisky heritage. Over the course of four days, you’ll get to savor and learn about the renowned ‘water of life’, departing from a location of your choice.
Our journey takes us through picturesque landscapes as we make our way from Loch Lomond to Oban, Scotland’s seafood hub, where we will halt for the night. Next, we proceed down the west coast to reach Islay. After a two-day sojourn on Islay, we head back on the fourth day via Inveraray.
Included in the Tour:
• 3-night accommodation in a twin or double room
• A choice of four whisky experiences in Islay, featuring: Lagavulin, Ardbeg, Laphroaig, Bowmore, Bruichladdich, Kilchoman, Bunnahabhain, Ardnahoe
• Option for two whisky experiences in the Highlands at locations such as: Oban, Deanston, Glenturret and Glenturret.
• All of Islay’s whisky distilleries can be visited for tasting, shopping, and more
• Lunch venues include: Drovers Inn, Ardbeg restaurant, Port Charlotte hotel, Glenturret, Deanston
• Ferry ride back to Islay
Not Included in the Tour:
• Lunch, Dinner, and Snacks
• Additional whisky
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
