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Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break

Whisky Tour

  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break

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  • Tour ID:
    1492
  • Tour theme:
    Whisky Tours,
  • Duration:
    4 Days / 3 Nights
  • Starts from:
    Edinburgh, Glasgow
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  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break
  • Private Whisky Tour to Islay - Long Break

Tour Description


Come with Go Scotland Tours on this exclusive 4 Day Private Tour to the Whisky Isle of Islay. A must visit for those whisky enthusiasts. This tour is designed to show you the best of the island in the short time that we have. This is a customisable tour but below is a suggested itinerary for a 3 day tour...

Day 1: Your private driver guide can pick you up from Edinburgh, Glasgow or another location in Scotland to begin the tour. The itinerary will depend on where and what time you start.

Afterwards we continue our Journey to the West Highlands and head towards the inspiring Loch Awe. Kilchurn Castle sits on a small island in the middle of the Loch. Built in the 1400s by Sir Colin Campbell. We will make a short photo stop here. Then we go to the seaside town of Oban for lunch.

Continuing the tour we will travel through the dramatic landscape of Kilmartin Glen. This is an intriguing area of Scotland's ancient civilizations. We will have some time to walk around the Standing stones at Temple Wood. On the way to the ferry port at Kennacraig we pass by Dunnad Hill, once the seat of the Kings of Dalriada.

The ferry crossing to Islay is approx 2 hours so this is a perfect time to have your evening meal. Arriving on the island at about 8.30pm your guide will take you to your hotel for the night. Overnight will be at Port Ellen or Bowmore depending on availability.

Day 2: Today we will go to the south end of Islay going to the heavy smoky hitters of Lagavulin, Ardbeg and Laphroaig distilleries.

In the morning we drive by the peat fields to reach Lagavulin Distillery. The historic Dunyvaig Castle sits behing the distillery, it was once home to King of the Isles. Lagavulin has recently celebrated its 200 year anniversary, it is a favourite of many.

Then we go to see the Kildalton Cross; a 2.65m high cross that is just one single slab. Made in the 700s and has its origins on the holy island of Iona.

For lunch we will head of to the Old Kiln Cafe at Ardbeg Distillery. Here you will have a chance to sample a dram at the tasting bar and then explore their shop.

After lunch we will head to the Laphroaig Distillery. Laphroaig is one of the few remaining distilleries that still malts their own barley in traditional way on their malting floor.  After you become a Friend of Laphroaig you will be given a square foot of land and then strap on your wellies to plant a flag on your peaty territory.

Day 3: In the morning we drive around the coast of Loch Indaal to reach Kilchoman Distillery. A unique farm distillery on the island. It is the only that goes from Barley to Bottle. It is near the white sandy beach of Machir's Bay.

After lunch we then drive across the island Bunnahabhain Distillery. The entrance is a bendy single track road which eventually reaches the Sound of Islay for great views to the Isle of Jura. Here we will take part in the Warehouse experience to sample whisky straight from the cask and learn about maturation process.

At the end of the day we can go to Loch Finlaggan. From the car park and visitor's centre we walk across the bridge to see ruins of the castle. During the medieval times this was the command centre for the Lords of the Isles who at one time controlled the western isles of Scotland. Or visit the Islay Woollen Mill; in a picturesque setting producing a range of top quality woven fabrics. The have provided fabric for the film industry including Braveheart, Forrest Gump and Rob Roy.

Day 3: In the morning we head towards the port to catch the ferry back to the mainland. On arrival we then start our long journey back to Edinburgh or Glasgow. Driving along the coast of Loch Fyne, which is well known for its sea food, we head to the white washed town of Inverary. Here you have the option to visit the fairy tale like Inverary Castle. It is home to the Duke of Argyll, Cheif of the Clan Campbell. Also used in the TV series Downton Abbey.

We then continue our journey past the amazing mountainous area named Rest and Be Thankful. Last stop of the tour is at Loch Lomond.

Returning for about 6 or 7pm

Private Whisky Tour to Islay

Prices & Dates

What's Included

This is a private tour and prices and details are available upon request.

The prices for this tour will depend on your group size and itinerary.

We can cater to small groups of 1 to 7 people with a private driver guide.
Transportation would either be in a family size sedan car or MB Vito 9 seater. Executive vehicles also available upon request.

We are also happy to organise a tour for a larger group with a coach, driver and guide.

For more details contact us now!

Departure & Map

Terms and Conditions

NOTICE TO TRAVELLERS
You should be aware that Scotland has particular features which may or may not appeal to you, including weather, food, local customs, etc. There are different living standards and conditions with respect to the provision of utilities, services and accommodation. By buying the particular travel service you have selected, we assume that you have made all reasonable inquiries about the travel service.


TOUR INFORMATION 
The outline of the itinerary must be taken as an indication of what each Group should accomplish and not as a contractual obligation on the part of Go Scotland Tours. Any changes in itinerary may be caused by local political conditions, delays, mechanical breakdown, weather, border restrictions, sickness or other unforeseeable circumstances. No refund will be given for services not fulfilled. It is a fundamental condition of joining the tour described in the itinerary that you accept this flexibility and acknowledge that delays and alterations with resulting consequences, comfort or disappointments are possible.


TOUR INSURANCE PROTECTION 
To protect yourself against cancellation charges, we highly recommend that you purchase Travel & Medical Insurance for your added protection and convenience. We accept no responsibilities for these items.

REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS 
Below are the standard terms of cancellations. For regular tours please refer to each tours individual terms when making the booking online. Be-spoke services terms may vary and change.
Be-spoke (Private) 1 Day Services; private services of only 1 day (tours, transfers, etc..) are non-refundable 1 week prior.
Be-spoke (Private) Multi-day Services; A 75% refund (25% of package price or £200 GBP if 10% of the price lower, the deposit is non-refundable) will be made if cancellations are received a minimum of 60 Days prior to the Tour departure. From 59 to 30 Days 50% of the tour cost is non-refundable. From 30 days prior to departure, 100% of the tour cost is non-refundable.

UNUSED SERVICES 
In case of you are canceling any portion of the tour while en route, there are no refunds for pre-booked hotels, sightseeing tours or any other services or costs. Note: No refunds are made for any unused services including accommodations, sightseeing tours, transportation, etc. with or without notice and the above schedule lists cancellation penalties in effect from time of reservation on any tour or extension. Go Scotland Tours is not responsible for cancelations or delays caused by forces of nature or airlines or cruise line.

CHANGES OF BOOKING
Be-spoke services; Changes made 30 or more days prior of tour start date non-refundable fee of £85 GBP will be charged. Changes made within 30 of tour start date non-refundable fee of £115 GBP.
Regular tours; no charge for changes
Note; charges may vary then what is specified above. This will be discussed at time of change.

CHANGE OF ITINERARY 
No changes can be made in the itinerary as set out in the itinerary once travel has commenced unless confirmed by the Tour organizers in accordance with the provisions listed here. 

CHANGE OF HOTELS OR SERVICES 
Go Scotland Tours. reserves the right to substitute hotels listed for others of a similar category. In the event of any program or hotel changes while you are on the tour, you will be immediately informed and booked in another hotel of the same category. Any costs incurred due to changes made by the tour participants or due to additional services requested will be borne by the tour participants. 

RESPONSIBILITY 
Go Scotland Tours., provide means of fully insured and licensed transportation, and act as agents contracting hotels, meals, or other services and receipts issued are subject to all terms and conditions under which such services are offered or provided. The acceptance of all such documents shall be deemed as consent. Further, Go Scotland Tours. shall assume no responsibility in any way for any injury, loss, accident, or delay that may be caused by either reason or default of any company, agent or person engaged in carrying our arrangements for the tour. Further no responsibility can be accepted for any additional expenses incurred by the passengers due to delays, omissions, rerouting, changes in the schedule of the airlines or other events resulting from improper documents carried by the passenger, or by any act of government or any authority, strikes, civil disturbances, political unrest, acts of God and any act or omission or event while the passengers are not aboard their conveyances. The passenger contract in use when issued by the airline/s concerned shall constitute the sole contract between the airline and the purchaser of this tour and/or other passengers. 


ITINERARY, ACCOMMODATIONS AND PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.


 

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