THE ISLAY WHISKY & MUSIC FESTIVAL

We leave the capital in the morning and travel to the quaint village of Luss on Loch Lomond. Driving further west, we stop at the incredible Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint before lunch at Loch Fyne in Inveraray. With our bellies filled with local treats, we board the ferry to our star island of the ....

We leave the capital in the morning and travel to the quaint village of Luss on Loch Lomond. Driving further west, we stop at the incredible Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint before lunch at Loch Fyne in Inveraray. With our bellies filled with local treats, we board the ferry to our star island of the trip, Islay. Get yourself settled and comfy in your accommodation for the night, with time to explore Port Ellen in the evening. (Overnight: Port Ellen)

We spend our morning exploring the stunning peninsula of Mull of Oa. Visit the American Monument from WW1 and catch a glimpse of local wildlife in the RSPB Nature Reserve. Don’t forget to try the famous Cullen Skink when we stop at Kilchoman Distillery for a wee dram, learning more about the revival....

We spend our morning exploring the stunning peninsula of Mull of Oa. Visit the American Monument from WW1 and catch a glimpse of local wildlife in the RSPB Nature Reserve. Don’t forget to try the famous Cullen Skink when we stop at Kilchoman Distillery for a wee dram, learning more about the revival of the traditional farm distilling. We finish the day back in Port Ellen - it’s celebration time! Get ready for the awesome main event of the trip, the Islay Festival Fèis Ìle. (Overnight Port Ellen)

After an amazing evening drinking drams with fellow travellers and ceilidh dancing, we start to feel a lot more Scottish already! We make our first stop of the morning at the ancient Kildalton Cross. From here, you can go on a scenic walk on the Three Distilleries Path to Lagavulin, Ardbeg and Laphr....

After an amazing evening drinking drams with fellow travellers and ceilidh dancing, we start to feel a lot more Scottish already! We make our first stop of the morning at the ancient Kildalton Cross. From here, you can go on a scenic walk on the Three Distilleries Path to Lagavulin, Ardbeg and Laphroaig, and indulge in coastal views and more drams! Our final distillery tour is at Bunnahabhain, the most remote distillery on Islay where you get the chance to pick up pre-ordered releases. We will then go for a hearty dinner in a local restaurant and return to our accommodation. (Overnight Port Ellen)

We catch the morning ferry back to the mainland, where our adventure continues with a visit at the historically significant Dunadd Fort and Kilmartin Glen. We drive along Scotland’s rugged west coast to the bustling seaside town of Oban, risen to fame for its seafood – a perfect stop for lunch! Next....

We catch the morning ferry back to the mainland, where our adventure continues with a visit at the historically significant Dunadd Fort and Kilmartin Glen. We drive along Scotland’s rugged west coast to the bustling seaside town of Oban, risen to fame for its seafood – a perfect stop for lunch! Next, we meet dramatic Glen Coe; one of Scotland’s most impressive Highland landmarks. A sight you won’t forget in a hurry! Soak up the last of the scenery on our drive south, passing the Kelpies; two gigantic steel structures, and largest equine sculptures in the world. We arrive back into Edinburgh at approximately 8.00pm.