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You may know a thing or two about whisky. Like how taxes forced distillers to produce only at night, or how the Scots consider it the ‘water of life’. But even if you’re knowledgeable about whisky, you’re going to learn a lot more on this four day whisky tour on Islay, ‘Queen of the Hebrides’. You taste the smoky flavours of Islay’s single malts, explore the historic sights of Islay, and spend your time trading notes with fellow whisky lovers at six different distilleries.
Duration: 4 days
Led by: Expert local guide
Group size: Max 16 people
Travel by: Mini Coach & Ferry
Bowmore Distillery
Islay’s oldest distillery, on the shores of the picturesque Loch Indaal.
Oban
This bustling Victorian harbour town offers excellent seafood and a charming intimacy.
Lagavulin Distillery
With its distinctive pear-shaped stills, Lagavulin is one of Scotland's oldest distilleries, set against the backdrop of the Dunyvaig Castle ruins.
Kilchoman Distillery
From barley to bottle, this is the only farm distillery on Islay, bringing a revival to traditional farm distilling techniques.
Laphroaig Distillery
Pronounced “la-froyg” this Islay distillery was founded in 1815 by members of Clan Donald and still produces many iconic spirits today.
Ardbeg Distillery
This established 18th-century distillery's spirits are “as close to perfection as makes no difference."
What’s included
Expert Local Guide
Travel in Luxury 16 Seat Mini Coach
Ferry Travel to Islay
Daily Accommodation Pick up and Drop off
1x small checked bag allowance (22in x 17in x 10in)
Optional Extras: Bowmore Distillery Tour with Signature Cask Tasting
Optional Extras: Kilchoman Distillery Malt Floor Visit with Tasting
Rabbie’s is one of the UK’s leading small-group tour operators, offering unforgettable journeys across Scotland and beyond. With knowledgeable local guides, immersive itineraries and a focus on authentic experiences, Rabbie’s helps visitors explore the very best of Scotland’s landscapes, history, culture and food and drink scene.
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