Ayrshire's Crowning Glory & The Isle of Arran

Ayrshire and the Isle of Arran sit on the west coast of Scotland. Home to a vibrant island community, charming seaside towns, castles and their heritage. From here, visit Scotland's largest city for world-class attractions, Glasgow and Dumfries House; saved in 2007 by intervention of now His Royal Highness, King Charles the Third.

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Hotels

Nights 1 - 4: Riverside Lodge Hotwel, Irvine

Night 5: Holiday Inn, Preston

Price £749.00

Included

Door-to-door pick-up service - See brochure

All coach travel

5 Nights dinner, bed & breakfast

2 Nights of entertainment at Riverside Hotel

1 hour guided tour of Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Guided tour of Dumfries & Walled Garden with tea/coffee & shortbread

Return ferry crossing Ardrossan / Brodick

Brodick Castle & Garden, Isle mof Arran

Supplements

Hotel single occupancy £168.00

Monday

An early start is required for the journey north to Ayrshire arriving at our hotel late afternoon.

Tuesday to Thursday

With its abundance of over 9000 objects, this morning is to the Burrell Collection on the outskirts of Glasgow for a guided tour of the collection showing the highlights ranging from Chinese Art, medieval treasures and tapestries to renowned French artists. Afterwards, take time to wander in the beautiful park and woodlands. This afternoon take a scenic drive along the coast past Port Glasgow, into the seaside town of Largs, to wander and perhaps enjoy one of the many flavours of ice cream at Nardini's.

Today is to Dumfries House for a guided tour. Saved by a last-minute intervention of the then Prince Charles and the subsequent restoration of one of Britain's most beautiful stately homes. Set in 2,000 acres of land, this 18th-century house has an unrivalled collection of original furniture amongst the many highlights. Enjoy refreshments and wander in the grounds where we also include admission to the five acre Queen Elizabeth Walled Gardens, considered in many ways the flagship project of the Dumfries House Estate restoration. Return to Irvine, via Troon with its sandy beaches, beautiful views and bustling harbour.

Full day excursion to the Isle of Arran, beginning with an included visit to Brodick Castle. Dramatically set against the backdrop of Goatfell, the grand red sandstone, baronial-style castle has stunning views over Brodick Bay and boasts impressive gardens. Spend time in Brodick before re-boarding the ferry back to the mainland.

Order of days to be confirmed.

SB, D

Friday

We start our journey towards home. En route to Preston we tour and visit either the lowlands of Scotland (Moffat) or the Lake District area. Itinerary to be confirmed.

SB, D

Saturday

Today we visit Chester for a few hours over lunchtime before continuing south through mid Wales and home.

EB=English Breakfast Incl., SB=Scottish Breakfast Incl., D=Dinner Included

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