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4-Day Islay & Whisky Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

4.984 reviews

  • 96 hours
  • Guided in English
  • Mobile ticket

Highlights

*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.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Ferry crossings
  • 3 nights en-suite accommodation
  • Driver Guide
  • Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
  • Entrance Fee: Price includes Tour & Tasting at Ardbeg, *Kilchoman , Bowmore & Laphroaig Distilleries

What's not

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Entrance fees: unless specified

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 16 travellers
Operated by
Rabbies Trail Burners
  • 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.

How it compares in Edinburgh

  • Its from-price is 431% above the median of the 1253 experiences we list in Edinburgh.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 209 of 1253.

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