Scotland’s Romantic Highland Railways 2024
Twin/Double room 2 sharing £595 per person
Single room for solo traveller £703
Departing 15/04/2024
Tour Details
Join us on a tour of Scotland’s Romantic Highland Railways. A true showcase of Scotland’s best rail journeys. Staying at the Highlander hotel set in the picturesque village of Newtonmore. The hotel is a traditional highland hotel renowned for its good food and true Highland hospitality and its location makes it an ideal base for exploring the Highlands. Sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in amazing Highland scenery as we take you on three famous railway journeys. The West Highland line featuring the made famous by the Harry Potter movies. A short but sweet steam train journey from Aviemore on a lovingly restored locomotive one of the Cairngorms little gems. Finally take the trilling journey on the Kyle line between Skye and Dingwell to appreciate the dramatic scenery.
Tour Deposit: £100 per person
Price Includes:
- Luxury coach travel from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast and Belfast Stena Line Port
- Return ferry crossings with Stena Line Belfast/Cairnryan
- 4 nights’ accommodation at the Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore
- Breakfast and evening meals
- Single ScotRail train journey Fort William to Mallaig
- Single rail journey on The Strathspey Steam Train Aviemore to Broomhill
- Single Scotrail train journey from Dingwall to Kyle of Lochalsh
- Visit to Stirling
- Free time in Glasgow
- Entrance to Eilean Donan Castle
- Visit Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre
- Services of an experienced tour manager
Ferry Times:
- Depart Belfast 07.30 / Arrive Cairnryan 09.50
- Depart Cairnryan 19.30 / Arrive Belfast 21.45
Please note:
- Meals on-board the ferries are not included in your tour price.
- This hotel has no lift.
Optional extra:
Single Supplement Cost: £108 per person
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Bonny Lochs and Waterways of Scotland 2024
29th April 2024
£469pp
Scotland isn’t short of famous historical places, none more so than the Firths of Forth and Clyde. An area which undoubtedly shaped Britain’s heritage and played a significant role in the development of the modern world. This tour offers some true treasures, from being hoisted 35 metres by the Falkirk Wheel to admiring the amazing engineering work of the three bridges on a Forth River cruise. Admire The Kelpies – A 30-metre-high horse-head sculptures depicting kelpies, located between Falkirk and Grangemouth this is one of Scotland’s top attractions. Staying at the Rob Roy Hotel in Aberfoyle, wonderfully situated in idyllic countryside at the gateway to the glorious Trossachs and set within Scotland’s first National Park.
- Luxury coach travel from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast and Belfast Stena Line Port
- Return ferry crossings with Stena Line Belfast/Cairnryan
- 4 nights’ accommodation at the 3* Rob Roy Hotel, Aberfoyle
- Breakfast and evening meals
- 2 nights’ entertainment at the hotel
- Free time in Glasgow
- Cruise on Loch Katrine
- Three Forth Bridges Cruise
- Tour the Five Highland Lochs
- Visit Stirling
- Entry to Falkirk Wheel and Boat Lift
- Services of an experienced tour manager
Ferry times:
- Departs Belfast 07:30 – Arrives Cairnryan 09:52
- Departs Cairnryan 15:30 – Arrives Belfast 17:45
Please note: Meals on-board the ferries are not included in your tour price.
Call 02890 644996
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Spring in Bonnie Scotland
15th April 2024
£579pp
Discover the outstanding beauty of the heart of Scotland as we view the spectacular mountain scenery, lovely lochs, towns, and villages in Perthshire. We join the Scotrail train at Crianlarich station for the ride to Oban, the line takes us through the Pass of Brander and alongside Loch Etive. Tour around beautiful Perthshire, visit the Glenturret distillery for a tour and enjoy a wee dram, spend some time in Fort William and stop at the Glencoe Visitors Centre. Staying at The Best Western Crianlarich Hotel stands in the village of the same name on the fringe of the beautiful Breadalbane region of Perthshire.
- Luxury coaching from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast, and Stena line Belfast Port
- Return ferry crossing with Stena Line – Belfast to Cairnryan
- 4 nights’ accommodation in the 3* Best Western Crianlarich Hotel, Crianlarich
- Breakfast and evening meals
- Glass of wine each evening with dinner
- 2 nights’ entertainment in hotel (1 Live + 1 Quiz)
- Free time in Glasgow
- Visit Glenturret distillery tour and tasting.
- Return train journey with Scotrail – Crianlarich to Oban
- Free time in Oban and Fort William
- Tour Perthshire
- Services of an experienced tour manager
Ferry times:
- Departs Belfast 07:30 – Arrives Cairnryan 09:52
- Departs Cairnryan 15:30 – Arrives Belfast 17:52
Please note: Meals on-board the ferries are not included in your tour price.
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Ayrshire Island Duet
27th May 2024
£579pp
Explore West Scotland’s Unspoilt Coastline. With its miles and miles of sandy, unspoilt, rugged coastline and golden sandy beaches, you’ll be captivated by the scenery when you stay in the west coast of Scotland. Staying at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, located on the outskirts of Irvine and within 1 mile of the sea. Based in the coastal town of Irvine this tour combines beautiful coastal drives along the Ayrshire coastline, with full days out exploring the Isle of Arran, Scotland’s 7th largest island with entry into Brodick Castle and Gardens and then onto Bute where a visit to the opulent Mount Stuart awaits. Enjoy the coastal views with a visit to Alloway the birthplace of Robert Burns and onto Turnberry home of the famous golf course and its luxury resort
- Luxury coach travel from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast and Belfast Stena Line Port
- Return ferry crossing from Belfast to Cairnryan with Stena Line
- 4 nights’ accommodation at the 4* Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine
- Breakfast and evening meals
- Return ferry to Bute
- Entrance to Mount Stuart Mansion and Gardens
- Return Ferry Adrossan – Brodick
- Entrance to Brodick Castle and Gardens
- Services of an experienced tour manager
Ferry times:
- Departs Belfast 11:30 – Arrives Cairnryan 13:52
- Departs Cairnryan 15:30 – Arrives Belfast 17:52
Please note: Meals on-board the ferries are not included in your tour price.
Call 02890 644996
Spectacular Palaces of Scotland
06th May 2024
£785pp
This tour takes us through some of the most stunning and dramatic landscapes of Scotland. Gain an insight into some of Scotland’s most magnificent castles and royal residences. No other country in the world does a castle quite like Scotland. The first 3 nights of the tour is spent staying on the Isle of Bute at the Glenburn hotel before heading east to Stirling where we will spend the remaining 2 nights of the tour at the King Robert Hotel. With entry to four of Scotland’s most opulent castles and palaces this tour is a right royal delight, taking in some of Scotland’s best scenery, fascinating history and unique architecture along the way.
- Luxury coach travel from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast and Belfast Stena Line Port
- Return ferry crossing from Belfast to Cairnryan with Stena Line
- 3 nights’ accommodation at the 3* Glenburn Hotel, Rothesay
- 2 nights’ accommodation at the 3* King Robert Hotel, Stirling
- Breakfast and evening meals
- Return ferry Wemyss Bay to Rothesay
- Return Ferry Rhubodach to Colintraive
- Entry to Mount Stuart
- Entry to Inverary Castle
- Entry to Stirling Castle
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle
- Afternoon Tea at Edinburgh Castle
- Services of an experienced tour manager
Ferry Times:
- Departs Belfast 07:30 / Arrives Cairnryan 09:52
- Departs Cairnryan 15:30 / Arrives Belfast 17:52
Please note:
- Meals on-board the ferries are not included in your tour price.
- Itinerary subject to change, due to attractions availability
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Edinburgh and Castle of Light
2 nights
£339 per person
Departing 02/12/2023
Tour Details
Join us on a short break this festive season staying in the heart of Scotland’s majestic capital Edinburgh. Marvel at the skyline as you’ve never seen it before with a magical light show of projections and immersive illuminations lighting up the Castle in impressive colour. Enjoy free time to explore Edinburgh City at leisure. It is a beautiful city of cobbled streets, the majestic Edinburgh Castle, home to Scotland’s crown jewels. Explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town or visit one of the many museums or galleries.
Tour Deposit: £100 per person
Price Includes:
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Luxury coach travel from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast and Belfast Stena Terminal.
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Return ferry crossings Belfast to Cairnryan with Stena Line
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2 nights accommodation in the 3* Braid Hills Hotel. Edinburgh
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Breakfast
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Dinner at your hotel on first night
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Free time in Edinburgh
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Festive afternoon tea at a city centre hotel on one afternoon
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Entrance to Edinburgh Castle of Light trail
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Services of a Tour Manager
FERRY TIMES:
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Departs Belfast 07.30 – Arrives in Cairnryan 09.52
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Departs Cairnryan 19.30 Arrives in Belfast 21.45
Please note: Meals on-board the ferries are not included in your tour price.
Optional extra:
Single Supplement Cost: £95 per person
Updated 8/3/23
Stirling and the Trossachs – for Solo Travellers
30th October 2023.. £459pp
Book now for only £100pp deposit
Tour Details
Discover beautiful Scotland. This tour combines historic cities with outstanding scenery. Spend the day in Edinburgh, visit Stirling and Stirling Castle and tour Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. Staying at the Rob Roy Hotel, Aberfoyle wonderfully situated in the idyllic countryside at the gateway to the glorious Trossachs and is set within Scotland’s first National Park. The Rob Roy Hotel offers excellent food, friendly staff, and good old-fashioned value for money.
- Luxury coaching from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast, and Stena line Belfast Port
- Return ferry crossing with Stena Line – Belfast to Cairnryan
- 4 nights accommodation in the 3* Rob Roy Hotel, Aberfoyle
- Breakfast and evening meals
- 2 nights entertainment in hotel
- Free time in Glasgow
- Visit to Stirling + Entrance to Stirling Castle
- Visit Callander
- Visit to Edinburgh
- Tour Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
- Visit Inverary
- Services of an experienced tour manager
Please note: Meals on-board the ferries are not included in your tour price.
Ferry times:
- Departs Belfast 07:30 / Arrives Cairnryan 09:52
- Departs Cairnryan 19:30 / Arrives Belfast 21:45
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