Scotland - Beautiful Argyll, Loch Lomond & Stirling Castle - Sun 30th April 2023

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If you are after a holiday which offers breathtaking scenery, Scotland is a fantastic choice! 

This holiday offers a comfortable journey as we have included overnight hotels, both ways, meaning we arrive at our excellent, friendly hotel near Loch Lomond all set to explore. Our excursions package included in the price of your holiday offers some fantastic destinations with the journeys offering some truly wonderful scenery. Included in this break is a visit to Inverary Castle, beautifully situated on shores of Loch Fyne, a cruise on the awesome Loch Lomond, a distillery visit for a tour and tasting plus a visit to historic Stirling Castle. Throughout, sit back and relax on our modern touring coach and soak in the changing views of this region of Scotland including the mighty Arrochar Alps, the Trossachs National Park, a number of Lochs and the beautiful coastline. Hopefully we will be able to spot some of the wildlife of the area too.

Quality overnight hotel stops. Book early to secure your seat.

DAY 1
After being collected from your local pick up point around 8.00am, sit back and relax in comfort as we travel north to our overnight hotel - details to follow but will be of 3* standard and include Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. 

DAY 2
Enjoyable day travelling as we head into Scotland and see the landscape changing on our way to our hotel. We shall have an extended stop for lunch on the way before arriving at the hotel mid/late afternoon. Settle in to your comfortable bedroom and maybe head for the bar before dinner. 

DAY 3
Wonderful day driving today with stunning scenery along the way, so after breakfast we head West along Loch Lomond and past the top of Loch Long. Up in to the Arrochar Alps and past the Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint before heading down to Lock Fyne. On the shores of the Loch lies the historic town of Inverary and one of Scotland's finest castles. The striking historic home of Clan Campbell, Inverary Castle, has extensive grounds including beautiful gardens to explore and a famous armoury room. The castle has featured in many films and television series. Plenty of time here to fully explore before we head back, following the same route but stopping on the way back on the shores of Loch Lomond where we have arranged for a boat cruise. Lovely way to finish the day before heading back to the hotel. Castle entrance & boat cruise included.

DAY 4
Enjoy a lovely breakfast before we head off for todays excursion. First heading to Loch Lomond Shores, a chic lochside shopping centre in Balloch - nice place to enjoy the views along the Loch with a coffee and watch the boats head out, before continuing on to the affluent Victorian town of Helensburgh, beautifully positioned on Gare Loch with views over the Clyde. Some lovely places here for lunch. Time here to potter around the shops and stroll along the front. Reboarding the coach for a scenic coastal drive before we arrive at the highly regarded Glengoyne Distillery for a tour and tasting of their fine Scotch Whisky - a must for any holiday to Scotland!

DAY 5
Another day of stunning scenery as we drive in to The Trossachs via the stunning Duke's Pass and continuing on to the historic town of Stirling. We have included entrance to Stirling Castle, one of Scotland's most historically important sites with its superb sculptures and beautiful gardens. Meet costumed characters in the roles of bodyguards, court officials, maids of honour and servants who will welcome you into 16th century life. Other highlights include the Great Hall, Chapel Royal, Castle Exhibition, Regimental Museum, Great Kitchens, Tapestry Studio and the nearby Argyll’s Lodging, a 17th century town house. Excellent day out - entrance fee included.

DAY 6
Sadly, we leave the hotel and begin, leaving Scotland behind as we head to our overnight hotel. Extended stop for lunch before arriving at the hotel mid/late afternoon. Hotel details to follow but will be of 3* standard and include Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. 

DAY 7
Continuing home with comfort stops as required on route. Arriving back in the local area around 4.00/5.00pm.

Meal plan included - Dinner Bed & Breakfast

3* Winnock Hotel

Our base for 4 nights in Scotland. Selected due to the positive feedback we received during previous stays here. 

A warm welcome awaits at this family run 3 star hotel located on the green in the village of Drymen, a lovely relaxing place to be, intimate with a village shop and pub. 

Dating back to the late 1700s, this former coaching Inn has been restored and extended over the years and now offers 73 well equipped bedrooms. The welcoming atmosphere continues throughout the hotel with a really homely feel - comfy sofas in the reception area and through in to the lovely Ptarmigan Bar - so plenty of places where you can sit and recall the days sights and events.

Enjoy a tasty full cooked breakfast to set you up for a day exploring and in the evening our group meals with served in the elegant Capercaille function room - 3 courses with 3 choices per course plus a vegetarian option complete with tea or coffee after. During our stay at the hotel there will also be some entertainment on at least 1 of the nights.     

All the comfortable bedrooms in this 18th-century building feature en suite bathrooms with bath and/or shower, tea & coffee making facilities and TV with satellite channels. No lift but ground floor rooms available. Porterage included

EXCELLENT - RECOMMENDED