Islay – Heart of Peat, Campbeltown & Arran

05.02.2027 – 20.02.2027

This trip is not for ordinary tourists – it's an intense experience for all senses. A journey into the heart of smoke and peat, where whisky is not just a drink but a way of life. Welcome to Islay – the Queen of the Hebrides.

An exclusive adventure begins

In a small, personal group of no more than eight guests, your journey begins with a relaxed home pick-up (in Saxony and Thuringia, otherwise by arrangement). Together we head to Amsterdam, where we board the ferry.

The adventure begins with a lavish dinner buffet and views of the open sea. The next morning we arrive in Newcastle and make our way west – our destination: one of the most legendary whisky regions in the world.

Islay – The Island of Smoke

We cross to Islay by ferry. Even upon arrival, the scent of peat and sea hangs in the air. In February, the island reveals its quiet, unspoiled side – far from the hustle and bustle, intense and authentic.

In the coming days, we will visit eight of Islay's most famous distilleries – each with its own unique character:

• Laphroaig

• Lagavulin

• Bowmore

• Caol Ila

• Kilchoman

• Ardbeg

• Bunnahabhain

• Ardnahoe

Through exclusive tours and tastings, you will delve deep into the world of smoky whiskies. Between visits, there will be time to explore the island – for example, the towns of Port Ellen and Bowmore, which captivate with their special charm.

Arran – Diversity in a small space

After intense days on Islay, our journey continues to the Isle of Arran – often called "Scotland in Miniature."

Here you can expect impressive landscapes, mystical places, and an exciting whisky tradition. We will explore the mysterious Machrie Moor and visit both the Lochranza Distillery and the modern Lagg Distillery – two distilleries that could hardly be more different.

Campbeltown – The forgotten whisky capital

Our next stop takes us to the Kintyre Peninsula, to Campbeltown – once the center of Scottish whisky production. Today, the region is smaller but all the more characterful.

Here we visit the traditional Springbank and Glen Scotia distilleries. A special highlight is the evening at the Ardshiel Hotel – known for its impressive whisky bar and excellent cuisine, especially fresh seafood.

Comfort, enjoyment and perfect organization

Throughout the entire trip, you will enjoy the highest level of comfort: overnight stays with breakfast are included, as are all ferry crossings, distillery visits, tastings, and entrance fees.

Your well-being is also taken care of on the bus – drinks are available free of charge, so you can fully concentrate on the experience.

Services at a glance

• Home pick-up (Saxony & Thuringia, otherwise meeting point)

• Ferry crossing Amsterdam – Newcastle – Amsterdam

• Dinner & breakfast on board

• Accommodation in cottage or hotel

• Ferry crossing to Islay (Port Ellen)

• 8 distilleries on Islay (tours & tastings)

• Stay in Port Ellen & Bowmore

• Ferry to Arran

• Lochranza Distillery (tour & tasting)

• Visit to Machrie Moor

• Lagg Distillery (tour & tasting)

• Ferry to the Kintyre Peninsula

• Springbank & Glen Scotia (tours & tastings)

• Visit to the Ardshiel Hotel

• Return journey including ferry, dinner & breakfast

• Overnight stay with breakfast

• Free drinks on the bus

Travel price

€3,490 per person

An experience that stays with you

This journey is more than a whisky tour – it is a journey of discovery to the origins of Scottish tradition.

Between rough seas, endless horizons, and intense flavors, you will experience Scotland at its most powerful. Authentic, original, and unforgettable.

Join us in the "Heart of Peat" – and experience whisky where it has its soul.