Islay Whisky Itinerary
This four day is not just about Islay Whisky but is also about the scenery and the road trip too. We have put below an itinery but this can be adjusted to suit your own wishes.
Day 1 (example from Glasgow)
Leaving your accommodation in the morning we will take you on a most scenic drive along Loch Lomond, Loch Long and Loch Fyne. At inveraray on Loch Fyne we will stop for a lunch break, and thereafter a visit to Inveraray Jail before continuing on our journey.
We will stop in the afternoon for a visit to Auchindrain Historic Township. This fascinating preserved group of crofts reflect the rural lives and living conditions in West Scotland across the ages.
In the late afternoon you will be delivered to your excellent accommodation in the small fishing town of Tarbert which is packed with restaurants, bars and galleries to visit.
Day2
We will head off from your acommodation to the Islat ferry which sails from Kennacraig a few miles south of Tarbert. The journey time on the ferry is between 2 and 2 and a half hour depending upon which port on Islay it is going. When we arrive on Islay we will take you to your first Dislillery tour (which distllery and the order we visit will depend upon many factors not least of which is the distilleries tour availabliity.)
During the day we will visit 3 distilleries in total and you will have plenty of time to sample the produce and between distilleries enjoy this very scenic island as well as having lunch at one of the many good eateries.
We will thern get you and your group checked in to your chosen accommodation for the evening.
Day3
An early start after a good breakfast and we will head out to the ferry port for our retun journey to Kennacraig.
On arrival we will head up the west Coast of Argyll and a change of pace with a visit to the amazing Kilmartin Museum after having visited the Temple Wood standing stones. There will be plenty of time to look around the museum and to get some lunch.
After lunch we journey further up the west coast to the town of Oban. Here you will arrive in time for a tour of the Oban distillery.
After the touryou will be taken to your accommodation for the night. Oban is a great town full of restaurantds and bars and live music venues. Why not relax and enjoy a night out in this vibrant town.
Day4
After a good breakfast you will be taken to McCaigs tower to take in the history of this amazing circular structure and to enjoy the views across Oban bay to the islands of Kerrera and Mull beyond.
The next stop is at Inveraray Castle, to immerse yourself in the history of the clan Campbell and the castle. Later we will stop for lunch at the renowned Loch Fyne Oyster Restaurant.
After lunch we head back to Glasgow with a stop on Loch Lomond to stretch your legs and perhaps ttake some photos of this bonnie loch.
Prices
Prices for this trip will vary depending upon where we pick you up from.
Accommodation assuming just 2 people sharing is £480
Distillery tours per person is approx £90
Maximum Passengers = 8