Ardgartan Hotel 8 Day Great Days of Steam
First Day - South
Arrive at the Ardgartan Hotel in time for dinner.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Last Day
Return home.
- Departure: Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Excursions Included
- Half Board
- Nightly Entertainment
- Luxury Coach Travel
- £847.00 Per Person
| Pickup Point | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Shoeburyness | Bus Stop, Blackgate Road at Qinetic MOD Gates, SS3 9SR | 5.00AM |
| Southend on Sea - Southchurch | Outside the Walnut Tree, Junction Southchurch Road & Listan Way, SS2 4XB | 5.15AM |
| Southend on Sea - London Road | Bus Stop, outside Park Tavern, 124 London Road, , opposite Sanctos, SS1 1PQ | 5.35AM |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | Palace Theatre, London Road, SS0 9LQ | 5.45AM |
| Chalkwell Park | Bus Layby London Road Opposite South Bourne Grove, SS0 8NB | 5.46AM |
| Leigh-on-Sea | The Elms Hotel Coach Stop, SS9 3ND | 5.50AM |
| Hadleigh Essex | Coach Stop, 284 Kiln Road, SS7 1QT. Drop off outside Bus Station, SS7 2QP | 5.55AM |
| South Benfleet | Coach Stop, London Road (opp. Clare Road) Sadlers Farm, SS7 5TL - Drop off outside Co-op opposite Tarpots pub, SS7 5UH | 6.00AM |
| Basildon | Southernhay Bus Station, Stand V, SS14 1BZ | 6.15AM |
| Stanford-Le-Hope | Bus Shelter outside St. Clere's Golf Club Rookery Corner, SS17 0LX | 6.30AM |
| Grays | Bus Stop before Oak Public House, Lodge Lane, RM17 5RY | 6.45AM |
| Birchanger Services | (M11 Junction 8) Birchanger Services, CM23 5QZ | 7.45AM |