4-Day Islay & Whisky Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh
Overview
*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 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 personalised attention with your guide.
What's Included
- Ferry crossings
- 3 nights en-suite accommodation
- Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
- Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, *Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries
- Driver Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees: unless specified
Meeting Location
Edinburgh EH1 3AY
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Edinburgh - Oban - Kilmartin Glen - Islay
4 Stops
Sample Scotland’s peatiest whiskies
3 Stops
Today you explore the southern side of the island, home to the smokiest of all whiskies: Laphroaig, Lagavulin & Ardbeg.
3 Stops
Get a sense of the old history of Inveraray
2 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- 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 from 11 June to 13 July, Ardbeg Distillery will be in its Silent Season. Production tours will not be available; however, guests will enjoy a tutored tasting featuring 5 drams.
- *Please note that from 8th July to 13th September, Laphroaig Distillery will be observing its Silent Season. During this period, distillery tours will not be available. Instead, your visit will include access to the museum, a guided talk, and a tasting of two drams.
- *Please note that Kilchoman Distillery will be observing its Silent Season from 20th July to 16th August. During this period, your visit will include a 12:00 pm tasting (2 drams), followed by lunch at your own expense. Please also note that Kilchoman Distillery is unavailable on 30th July, so a visit to Caol Ila Distillery has been arranged instead.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-2250ISLAY
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- Ferry crossings.
- 3 nights en-suite accommodation.
- Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach.
- Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, *Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries.
- Driver Guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop off.
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Entrance fees: unless specified.
The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 4-Day Islay & Whisky Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 4-Day Islay & Whisky Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Ferry crossings
- 3 nights en-suite accommodation
- Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
- Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, *Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries
- Driver Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees: unless specified
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- 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 from 11 June to 13 July, Ardbeg Distillery will be in its Silent Season. Production tours will not be available; however, guests will enjoy a tutored tasting featuring 5 drams.
- *Please note that from 8th July to 13th September, Laphroaig Distillery will be observing its Silent Season. During this period, distillery tours will not be available. Instead, your visit will include access to the museum, a guided talk, and a tasting of two drams.
- *Please note that Kilchoman Distillery will be observing its Silent Season from 20th July to 16th August. During this period, your visit will include a 12:00 pm tasting (2 drams), followed by lunch at your own expense. Please also note that Kilchoman Distillery is unavailable on 30th July, so a visit to Caol Ila Distillery has been arranged instead.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Operated by a business
