Ardgartan Hotel 8 Day Great Days of Steam
First Day - South
Arrive at the Ardgartan Hotel in time for dinner.
Edinburgh
Scotland’s Capital seamlessly blends old and new, making it a fabulous city to explore. The Castle and the Royal Mile are steeped in history and Scottish culture. Holyrood Palace lies in the heart of the city alongside the new Scottish Parliament building and it is the combination of ancient and modern that makes Edinburgh such a vibrant place to visit. This bustling city offers a wide variety of shops, food and drink, as well as some of the best city views in Europe.
Oban
The largest town in Argyll & The Isles, Oban is known as the 'Gateway to the Isles' and is the 'Seafood Capital of Scotland'. Oban has a way of drawing out the romantic side of visitors, with its mists that roll in from the sea, and the hills which overlook the bay. The most iconic feature within Oban is McCaig's Tower, a Colosseum lookalike that stands above the town and offers wonderful views out west. From seafood to whisky, Oban offers a great range of local produce - all well worth sampling!
The Waverley
One of the most iconic and historic ships – Waverley is the last sea-going paddle steamer in the world. Magnificently restored to her former glory with towering funnels, timber decks, gleaming varnish and brass. You can see and hear the mighty steam engines as the Waverley glides through the sea, giving passengers a glimpse of by-gone times.
Jacobite Steam Train
The Jacobite Steam Train is described as the greatest railway journey in the world and explores some of the best landscapes in the Scottish Highlands. The trip begins near Ben Nevis, Great Britain’s highest mountain, before heading west to Arisaig. The Jacobite line then passes close by the deepest freshwater Loch in Britain, Loch Morar, and the shortest river in Britain, River Morar. Finally, the train passes alongside Loch Nevis, the deepest seawater Loch in Europe.
Day at Leisure
Time to take one of the local walks amid beautiful Argyll scenery or, if there is sufficient interest an optional tour may be arranged.
Cruise Loch Katrine
Soak up the spectacular scenery of Loch Katrine and enjoy a cruise on board the famous Sir Walter Scott steamship. A cruise is the perfect way to enjoy the romantic landscapes and timeless beauty of the Trossachs. The Sir Walter Scott is a historic ship and has been cruising on these waters since 1900. Named after the author Sir Walter Scott, who played a huge part in romanticising Loch Katrine in his poem Lady of the Lake.
Last Day
Return home.
- Departure: Sunday, June 22, 2025
- Excursions Included
- Half Board
- Nightly Entertainment
- Luxury Coach Travel
- £799.00 Per Person
| Pickup Point | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Brixham | Opposite Tesco's (Formerly Woolworths), Bank Lane, TQ5 8HH | 5.30AM |
| Paignton | Bus Stop outside The Bargain Box, Torquay Road, TQ3 2SA | 5.45AM |
| Torquay | Lymington Road, Opposite the Library, TQ1 4AQ | 6.00AM |
| Kingskerswell | Opposite the Sloop, Newton Road, TQ12 5EH | 6.15AM |
| Newton Abbot | Opposite Railway Station, TQ12 2BP | 6.30AM |
| Kingsteignton | Bus Stop outside Homebase, Greenhill, TQ12 3SB | 6.35AM |
| Teignmouth | Coach Station, Dawlish Road, TQ14 8TE | 6.45AM |
| Dawlish | Bus Stop, Brookdale Terrace (opp Geralds Off Licence), EX7 9PF | 6.50AM |
| Starcross | Outside the Railway Station, EX6 8NY | 6.55AM |
| Exeter | Moto Services, EX2 7HF | 7.15AM |