Oban, Scotland seeking recommendations on what to do in September

[MMDown Under]

I am a senior, who will be in Oban, Scotland in September, after a cruise.  I'm a bit overwhelmed by the choice of what to do in Oban.  Which islands should I visit by ferry?  Where else should I consider by public transport?  How long should I allow for this beautiful part of Scotland?  Plan to visit Glasgow and Edinburgh for a few days each en route to London. 

[Thejuggler]

Mull is only 45 minutes by ferry and there will be a bus at the port to get you to Tobermory.

 

You can get to smaller islands, Coll and Tiree, but not much there.

 

calmac.co.uk for ferry info.

 

westcoasttours.co.uk do a three islands tour.  Mull, Iona and Staffa.  Well worth the very long day trip.

 

Train to Glasgow for an amazing trip.

[MMDown Under]

2 hours ago, Thejuggler said:

Mull is only 45 minutes by ferry and there will be a bus at the port to get you to Tobermory.

 

You can get to smaller islands, Coll and Tiree, but not much there.

 

calmac.co.uk for ferry info.

 

westcoasttours.co.uk do a three islands tour.  Mull, Iona and Staffa.  Well worth the very long day trip.

 

Train to Glasgow for an amazing trip.

Thank you

[CanEcosse]

12 hours ago, MMDown Under said:

Plan to visit Glasgow and Edinburgh for a few days each en route to London. 

Take the train Oban to Glasgow first (3 1/2 hrs scenic journey), then Glasgow-Edinburgh (1 hr) then Edinburgh-London (5 1/2 hrs)

Check if there is a fare plan that lets you break the Oban-London journey into segments and saves on overall fare.

[SrCruizer]

We took the West Coast Tours 2 Island tour, Iona and Mull, and thoroughly enjoyed it. We considered the longer tour which included Staffa but decided that 8 hours might be enough for us “seniors” and price was also a consideration. 

[MMDown Under]

Thanks everyone.  You have added to my excitement!