The Whisky Route

Whisky-making in Scotland is a time-honoured tradition that captivates many — and we're no exception.

In 2026 we are delighted to be introducing a new route from Troon to Fort William. With our route still taking in many of the most loved mainland and island stops, we are looking forward to exploring some new places this new route.

Is there a better way to experience Scotland's whisky country than by yacht? We certainly don’t think so! With our expert crew and deep local knowledge, we’ll guide you through remarkable stories, fascinating history, and of course, some exceptional malts. And let’s not forget the sailing — aboard our 18-meter circumnavigating yacht, it’s as smooth and enjoyable as sipping a fine whisky with a splash of fresh Scottish spring water (or so our principal skipper likes to think!).

With distilleries on almost all points of the compass, the biggest decision will be choosing where to go first! Your skipper will closely follow the weather to get the best sailing in between our stops. You can then choose where to visit. There may even be some of those Gin places enroute :-)

And of course, no trip on our yacht, in these waters, would be complete without some sailing related ticks! With the famous Corryverckan, Sound of Luing and the Mull of Kintyre on our Whisky route, there will be a whole bunch of iconic marine sights being ticked off the list! Visiting island gems like Jura and Islay, alongside lesser known locations this is truly a special route! Don’t forget to keep an eye out for some iconic wildlife such as puffins, seals, dolphins and whales along the way!

Of course, our itinerary and schedule are all influenced by the weather so we may need to make changes as we go, but with at least a dozen distilleries along our route we are sure to tick off a number of whisky and sailing boxes! Below is a sample itinerary as a reference to what you can expect.

Key Information

Travel:

Troon:

Troon is easily accessible by both rail and road. With international flight connections available at the nearby Prestwick and Glasgow international airports our start point is within easy reach for all. Troon train station is a short taxi ride from Troon Yacht Haven which is also served by local bus services. For those driving, parking is available at the marina, note there may be a charge for this.

Fort William:

Our finish point of Fort William is one of the main transport hubs in the west of Scotland and is served with good bus and train services. In fact, the train service will take you on the route made famous by Harry Potter back to Glasgow for onward regional and international connections. Finishing at the foot of the Caledonian canal you can also visit the famous Neptune’s staircase before departing.

Event Information:

Check out the links below for helpful details on what to bring, our exciting provisional itinerary, and everything you need to know to join us on this adventure. We can’t wait to welcome you aboard!

What to bring guidance is located here.

Our Provisional Itinerary will be available here from October 2025

Joining Instructions will be available here from October 2025

Cost: From £1015 before early booking discount

Book from £659.75 until 30 September 2025 (£350 deposit due at time of booking) per person inclusive of all onboard costs. Discount reduces on the 1st of each month (October through to March) by 5% until 1 April 2026 when the full price will apply. Additional chargeable options are available for cabin types, selectable when booking.

Dates:

14-20 June 2026

Sample Itinerary:

Day One: Arrive aboard the yacht in the late afternoon, where you'll be welcomed by our friendly crew for an evening meal and a chance to get familiar with your new floating home. Unpack, unwind and get ready for an unforgettable trip.

Day Two: Start the adventure with a mandatory safety briefing and familiarisation session as we set sail toward our first destination. We typically aim for Lochranza on the Isle of Arran, an amazing location to start our trip.

Day Three to Five: Continue your journey that takes you to iconic distilleries, set against some of the most breath-taking scenery Scotland has to offer, including the rugged landscapes of Mull, the world-renowned whisky island of Islay, and the untamed beauty of Jura.

Day Six: Arrive into Fort William Thomas Telford Corpach Marina

Day Seven:  Enjoy one last tasty breakfast, then disembark by noon, taking with you unforgettable memories from our Whisky route.

NOTE:

• The cost of this event includes all onboard food, fuel, waterproof and lifejacket hire and berthing charges.

• We supply pillows and sleeping bags

• Sailing activity is weather dependent. If conditions are too severe activity may be postponed, cancelled or the passage plan adjusted.

• Guests need to arrange their own travel to/from the embarkation and disembarkation point.

• Unlike many pre-book firms we don’t spend your hard earned money before your trip which means if there is disruption out-with our (and your) control that qualifies for a refund your money is safe and can be returned to you quickly. (We also don’t charge a cleaning fee, or make you do the cleaning.. Bonus :-))