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 (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.
What's Included
- Ferry crossings
- 3 nights en-suite accommodation
- Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries
- Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
- 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
4 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.
- 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 Silent Season (07th July-13th of August): Museum visit & bar tasting to replace production site.
- *Bowmore Silent Season (8th of July–18th August): Cask tasting replaces production site.
- *Bruichladdich: No longer visited—Bunnahabhain tasting offered instead.
- *Laphroaig (Monday Departures): Replaced with Lagavulin; museum/shop/bar still accessible.
- *Kilchoman Closures (6th September): Ardnahoe tour & tasting as an alternative.
- *Please note that Kilchoman Distillery will be closed on 13th of May 2025, we will be visiting Caol Ila instead.
- *Ardbeg Silent Season (09–29 June 2025): A guided tasting of the full core range (5 drams) will be offered instead of the distillery tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Activity code: C-2250ISLAY
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Frequently Asked Questions (5)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- Ferry crossings.
- 3 nights en-suite accommodation.
- Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries.
- Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach.
- 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 City Boat Tours. 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
- Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries
- Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
- 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.
- 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 Silent Season (07th July-13th of August): Museum visit & bar tasting to replace production site.
- *Bowmore Silent Season (8th of July–18th August): Cask tasting replaces production site.
- *Bruichladdich: No longer visited—Bunnahabhain tasting offered instead.
- *Laphroaig (Monday Departures): Replaced with Lagavulin; museum/shop/bar still accessible.
- *Kilchoman Closures (6th September): Ardnahoe tour & tasting as an alternative.
- *Please note that Kilchoman Distillery will be closed on 13th of May 2025, we will be visiting Caol Ila instead.
- *Ardbeg Silent Season (09–29 June 2025): A guided tasting of the full core range (5 drams) will be offered instead of the distillery tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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