Mull & Iona 2025/2026

Today, we’re embarking on an exciting island-hopping adventure, visiting two stunning islands: Iona and Staffa, while exploring the scenic beauty of Mull along the way.

We travel along Mull’s rugged coastline, passing tranquil coves, rocky outcrops, and sandy beaches. Mull is a haven for nature lovers, offering opportunities to spot seals, otters, and eagles, so keep your eyes peeled. As we wind through lush pastures, dense woodlands, and peat bogs, we reach Fionnport, where we board a ferry to Iona, the birthplace of Celtic Christianity.

Discover the serene beauty of Iona, a sacred island where history and nature meet. You’ve got free time here to walk in the footsteps of St Columba at the ancient Iona Abbey, or admire the magnificent, ancient Celtic crosses and headstones. Later, take an optional boat trip to Staffa, where you may spot puffins and other wildlife. This is home to the awe-inspiring Fingal’s Cave that is one of the most remarkable geological sites in the world. The island, made of striking hexagonal columns, was formed millions of years ago by volcanic eruptions, though local legend claims it was built by a giant.

Passengers will be able to land on the Isle of Staffa after 10th June.

After a day spent exploring these remarkable islands, we hop back on a ferry to Mull and journey through scenic glens, past craggy hills, and shimmering lochs to Tobermory. You’ll have free time this evening—will you enjoy a leisurely dinner and stroll along the picturesque harbor, or perhaps seek out a traditional Scottish music session in one of the local pubs? The choice is yours.

Your overnight accommodation will be in Tobermory. (B)

Say farewell to Tobermory as we head south to Craignure for the ferry to the mainland.

Enjoy a short ferry ride across the Firth of Lorn and cast a last glance at the breathtaking landscapes of the rugged Isle of Mull, before you arrive in Oban, the bustling port town in Argyll.

The port town of Oban, once the heart of feuding clans, is now known as the “Gateway to the Isles” and famed for its fresh seafood. For a true taste of the region, visit the Oban Seafood Hut by the ferry terminal. After lunch, we continue through Kilmartin Glen, where you can explore standing stones and ancient strongholds that date back over 1,500 years. Traveling east, we pass through the scenic landscapes of Argyll and Bute, stopping at picturesque spots along the way. We pause in the charming town of Inveraray, on the shores of Loch Fyne. This picturesque town, known for its whitewashed buildings and a castle; offers a glimpse into Scotland’s rich history.

We continue through the wild landscapes of the Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park, famous for Loch Lomond immortalized in a beloved Scottish folk song, and for the legendary outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. With time, the rugged mountain peaks and forest-filled glens of the majestic Highlands gradually give way to the flat, fertile plains of the Lowlands, bringing us back to Glasgow. (B)