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Island Hopping

Renowned as "the gateway to Argyll and The Isles", Oban is an ideal base for Island hopping and Island tours. We cannot emphasise enough the variety of views, wildlife, beaches and scenery you will find. The perfect holiday.

No less than 10 islands are within easy reach for a day trip including:

Mull - with beaches, castles and a host of attractions

Iona - the birthplace of British christianity and burial place of Kings

Staffa - famous for Fingal’s Cave and the inspiration for Mendelssohn’s celebrated Hebrides overture

Lismore - rich in historical sites and wildlife and the perfect island for a day’s cycling

Sail by ferry or choose from the host of private boat trips which depart from the harbour each day.

More far flung destinations include the Western Isles, Colonsay, Islay and even St Kilda. We recommend that you take several days on these islands and stay at The Oban Caledonian at either side of your journey.