Islay Whisky

Our Whisky and Folklore tour is unlike any other experience in Edinburgh.  We take you to our personal, custom designed, whisky venue where you will be served four classic Single Malt Scotch Whiskies and immerse ourselves in the great cultural importance of whisky and storytelling in Scotland. The ticket price includes the cost of the whiskies (ONLY IF YOU DO NOT SELECT THE "NO WHISKY" OPTION. 4 great single malt Scotch whiskies will be served over the tour. Drink alternatives are available upon request for those who do not drink whisky.

*Tour cost includes Tours & Tasting at 4 Whisky Distilleries (other attractions not included in the price). Visit the Isle of Islay in the Scottish Hebrides on a 4-day tour from Edinburgh, and discover its famously friendly people, stunning landscapes, and most importantly – its whisky! Having produced Scotland's finest smoky malt whiskies for more than 200 years, Islay provides the perfect base for whisky lovers and novices alike. Enjoy three nights of accommodation in the 4-star Bowmore Distillery Cottages (not available on Wednesday departures)** and discover up to six different distilleries, including big-name sites like Laphroaig and Ardbeg, with a guide. Numbers are limited to 16 on this small-group tour, ensuring you’ll see the best of Islay with personalized attention with your guide.

Embark on a sensory journey through Scotland’s whisky. Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town, where the world’s largest Scottish whisky company was founded and a vibrant history of “aqua vitae” (or the “water of life”) began. Colourful history, tradition and a candlelit whisky tasting The tour continues with a whisky tasting in our candlelit underground Megget’s Cellar. Hear captivating tales, breathe in the rich aromas, and savour a single malt tasting in our exclusive underground vaults. There’s no better way to warm the spirits. You’ll taste four Scottish whiskies, under the guidance of our whisky specialist.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This tour takes you to the island of Islay, a Scottish island paradise, with stunning scenery, ancient history, traditional culture and home to some Scotland’s finest whisky distilleries, many of which you will have the opportunity to visit. WHAT’S INCLUDED? • Minibus transport (max 16 guests) • Return Ferries to/from Islay • Services of a professional tour guide • Lagavulin Warehouse Experience • Tour and tastings at Ardbeg • Tour and exclusive tasting at Laphroaig • Tour and tasting Bruichladdich • Tour and exclusive tasting at Kilchoman • Cask Tasting at Bunnahabhain • 3 nights B&B accommodation at The Bowmore House or Island Bear

Take a private whiskywheels.scot tour through Scotland’s rich whisky history by tasting and learning about the ‘water of life’ on a four-day tour from the pickup location of your choice. Explore the beauty of our country as we travel past Loch Lomond up to Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland and stay for the night. Then down the west coast to Islay. Two days and nights on Islay and on the fourth day we return via Inveraray. Inclusions • Accommodation included for 3 nights on a twin or double room basis • Four Islay whisky experiences included from: Lagavulin, Ardbeg, Laphroaig, Bowmore, Bruichladdich, Kilchoman, Bunnahabhain, Ardnahoe, • Two Highland whisky experiences included from: Oban, Deanston, Glenturret and Glenturret. • Visit all of Islay’s whisky distilleries for tastes, shop visits etc • Lunch venues: Drovers Inn, Ardbeg restaurant, Port Charlotte hotel, Glenturret, Deanston • Return ferry to Islay Exclusions • Lunch, Dinner, Snacks • Extra whisky

Best Value Private Tour ( minimum group size 3-max 6) delivering the ultimate Scottish Whisky experience. Includes exclusive use of Luxury Vehicle , experienced driver / tour guide for duration of tour. Collection point of Guests choice in Glasgow, entry fees to 4 world class distillery tours with drams and other named attractions included. We specialize on whisky tours with our owner resident on Islay with an in depth knowledge of the history of whisky production on the beautiful Island. We are passionate about sharing our love of Scotland ,its history and proud tradition of producing the worlds finest malt whisky. Come savour it with us!

Once you have been picked up in Glasgow we will head to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal. On the way we will pass Loch Long and Loch Fyne, we will also stop at the Rest and be Thankful to take photographs and have a wee Dram of Whisky. We will stop for lunch at Inveraray prior to reaching Kennacraig Ferry Terminal. During our 4 day tour we will visit and undertake tours of 8 Whisky Distilleries.

Experience an extra small group tour of up to only 8 Clients Drink Scotch Whisky at some of the most iconic Whisky Distilleries in the world in arguably Scotland's Whisky Capital, Islay. Day 1 Travel through gorgeous Loch Lomond National Park on your way to the Clan Campbell's Inveraray Castle. Explore the coast of Loch Fyne and before taking the boat across the Sea to the Whisky Island of Islay. Day 2 & 3 Start your day with a visit and Tour to one of the most delicious of Scotch Distilleries, Bowmore Take a wonderful Whisky Walk to 3 iconic Scotch Distilleries, Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Ardbeg where you'll get the chance to enjoy a visit to each of their bars. Day 4 Start by taking the boat back across the water to visit 5000 year old Standing Stones, stone circles and burial cairns. Travel to Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland where you'll have a visit of Oban Distillery for some more Scotch before visiting the ruined Kilchurn Castle on the banks of Loch Awe.