Arrive Sundays 3 nights Ayrshire, 2 nights Dundee
Time to discover Arran, 20 miles long and 10 miles wide, with 56 miles of coastline, dotted with sandy beaches and often referred to as “Scotland in Miniature”. Scotland is renowned for its dramatic coastal scenery and days out are taken to take in this visual feast. The Ayrshire coastline with entry to a cliff top castle and to Angus with its famous golf courses with time to discover the ship which took Scott & Shakleton to the Antarctica in 1901.
Wheelchair access is availble on all ferries.
Arrive Sundays 3 nights Ayrshire, 2 nights Dundee
Tuesday: Culzean Castle & Ayrshire Coast
Perched high on the cliff top looking out towards Arran stands magnificent Culzean Castle with a 260 hectare Country Park. Entry to explore the 40 buildings, secret follies, walled garden, beaches and the swan lake. Continuing along the coastline to the seaside town of Maidens and world famous Turnberry.
Wednesday: Isle of Arran
Catch the ferry from nearby Ardrossan to Arran, to see for yourself why this island is known as “Scotland in Miniature”. Take in the coastal villages of Lamlash & Whiting Bay. Stop for photos at Kildonan of the bird sanctuary Ailsa Craig. Over the tops opening up views of the whole island, before stopping at Arran Sense of Scotland finishing with time in the capital Brodick before catching the ferry back to the mainland. (60 miles).
Thursday: Trossachs, Whisky Tasting, Crieff & Dundee
Depart Ayrshire, passing Glasgow & Stirling, turning north into glorious Trossachs countryside. Time free in Callander. Continue into the Highlands, along the shoreline of Loch Earn stopping at Glenturret for a guided tour and tasting of the famous Grouse whisky. Free time in the picturesque Perthshire village of Crieff before heading along the Firth to Dundee for 2 nights. (145 miles).
Friday: RRS Discovery and Angus Coastline
The morning is spent on Dundee’s rejuvenated waterfront. A visit is arranged to board the iconic 1901 RRS Discovery - the ship used by Scott and Shakelton on their expedition of Antarctica. Hear the stories and live the past through the extensive galleries, film shows, interactives and artefacts.
The coastal scenery around Dundee is amazing and we make the most of the day by visiting Carnoustie & Arbroath. (53 miles).
Saturday: St Andrews & Homeward Bound
Depending on your homeward journey, and not far off the beaten track is St Andrews, a town of significant historical interest as well as being the home of golf, before joining the Motorway and over the new Forth Road Bridge.
Arrive Sundays 3 nights Ayrshire, 2 nights Dundee
3 nights Ayrshire coast, 2 nights Dundee
IRVINE - Riverside Lodge
Approved
Approved - Reaches Classic’s minimum quality threshold
Commended - Many areas within the hotel are above average
1st Class - The hotel is well above average in all departments
Bedrooms: 126
Steps into Hotel: 2
Recently transformed into a top notch 4* hotel. Set in own grounds on outskirts of town. Spacious accommodation together with stylish public areas has re-established this hotel as a firm favourite for our groups Recently transformed into a top notch 4* h
Recently transformed into a top notch 4* hotel. Set in own grounds on outskirts of town. Spacious accommodation together with stylish public areas has re-established this hotel as a firm favourite for our groups Recently transformed into a top notch 4* hotel. Set in own grounds on outskirts of town. Spacious accommodation together with stylish public areas has re-established this hotel as a firm favourite for our groups
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Lift/Ground Floor rooms
Entertainment included certain nts
Great food reviews
Town or city centre location
Disabled assisted rooms
Free on site coach parking
Fine views from hotel
DUNDEE - Invercarse Hotel
Commended
Approved - Reaches Classic’s minimum quality threshold
Commended - Many areas within the hotel are above average
1st Class - The hotel is well above average in all departments
Best Western Invercarse Hotel in Dundee has a great location with outstanding views over the River Tay and its own private grounds. This traditional 3-star hotel is just minutes away from Dundee city centre and offers a comfortable and charming atmospher
Best Western Invercarse Hotel in Dundee has a great location with outstanding views over the River Tay and its own private grounds. This traditional 3-star hotel is just minutes away from Dundee city centre and offers a comfortable and charming atmosphere for guest staying either for business or pleasure.
Now with 68 bedrooms in total, the Invercarse Hotel accommodation is ideal for a holiday in Dundee. The new 24 wing extension was opened in April 2018 and consists of Family rooms and King Rooms. There's excellent complimentary Wi-Fi throughout and all the other facilities you’d expect from an established hotel. All you have to do is relax and enjoy a good night sleep!
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Lift/Ground Floor rooms
Disabled assisted rooms
Free on site coach parking
DUNDEE - Landmark Hotel
Approved
Approved - Reaches Classic’s minimum quality threshold
Commended - Many areas within the hotel are above average
1st Class - The hotel is well above average in all departments
Bedrooms: 95
Steps into Hotel: 0
Offering spacious accommodation and delicious dining, all within a short drive from Dundee city centre, the Landmark Hotel is a great choice when looking for a break near Scotland's fourth largest city.
Lift/Ground Floor rooms
Disabled assisted rooms
Free on site coach parking
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